Attorney Sherri DeWitt is known for her unique experience handling tax deed sale issues. She has argued these issues before the trial courts, District Courts of Appeal, and the Florida Supreme Court. Notably in 2006, she changed Florida law by arguing the landmark case of Vosilla v. Rosado, 944 So. 2d 289 (Fla. 2006) in front of the Florida Supreme Court.
The DeWitt Law Firm has handled numerous tax deed sale cases, representing clients with property in Orange County, Seminole County and Osceola County. Many of these issues relate to whether the County properly notified the property owner of the sale. Some relate to identifying precisely which property owners are entitled to notification of a tax deed sale. Still others address the timing of various actions by the County or County departments.
There is a difference between a tax certificate and a tax deed. This is a very important difference. Until a sale has taken place, a property owner can redeem a tax certificate. After a tax deed is issued, however, the property owner must have grounds to rescind the sale in order to get title to the property back.
Generally, the issues related to a tax deed sale are brought up during the course of a quiet title action. After a tax deed is issued, the purchaser files a quiet title action to have the court confirm title to the property. If the original owner disputes the issuance of the tax deed, then the court decides whether the tax deed is valid.
The laws regarding tax deed sales continue to change. Within the last few years, there have been amendments to the governing statutes, which may affect your rights to notice of tax deed sales. It is important to consult with an attorney who has experience in this area. Otherwise, you may end up losing a valuable property interest that you might have been able to save.
Please contact the DeWitt Law Firm if you have a tax deed or tax certificate issue.
With over 25 years of dedicated service, the DeWitt Law Firm has earned a reputation for integrity and compassionate legal support in Florida’s family law courts. We know the stakes are high—emotionally and financially—and we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients.
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