Richard Merlino - Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer Reviews & Ratings
Richard Merlino has an average rating of 4.5/5 based on 31 reviews and practices at RICHARD A. MERLINO, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Practice areas include Criminal Defense law.
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About Richard Merlino
As of October 2012, Richard was appointed by a joint committe of Federal judges, Federal Public Defenders, and private attorneys to the Federal Criminal Justice Act Panel for the Southern District of Florida. A handful of attorneys are selected to the CJA Panel regionally and are carefully screened in order to ensure that the attorney possesses the professionalism and experience necessary to handle complex Federal matters. The CJA Panelists are called upon and appointed by Federal judges to handle any/all Federal criminal cases where a conflict exists with the Federal Public Defender’s Office.
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criminal defense attorney — FloridaLocation: Florida A couple of months ago, my car was broken into while it was parked at my apartment. The police knocked on my door to let me know it had happened. At the time, I had just moved, and my car was full of unlabeled boxes. I honestly had…
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criminal defense attorney — FloridaLocation: Florida A few days ago I was told to call my probation officer, and schedule my check-in for next month, But while on the phone with him, he told me “no, it won’t do you any good” and ended the call. I’ve finished all required classes, and now I’m…
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Defamation or wrongful arrest? Need advice!! Jul 23, 2026criminal defense attorney — FloridaLocation: Florida In October 2024, three deputy sheriffs showed up at our house to arrest my bf on five felonies that he had no involvement in or knowledge of. He was held with no bond for a total of 71 days before the charges were finally dropped due to no…
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Location: Florida How do I figure out my sister's probation situation after I already allowed her to live with me? Jul 21, 2026criminal defense attorney — FloridaLocation: Florida My sister was arrested for possession of meth in 2025 - Polk County and Criminal Mischief More than $1000 (it was actually arson, she set the bushes in front of her landlord's window on fire) but it got pled down) in 2026 - Marion County. I have been…
Average Rating: 4.5
Total Reviews 31
Total Reviews 31
Avvo Review
“Was also wonderful to work with — always helpful, professional, and supportive. Beyond being an ou”Read on Avvo
Lawyers.com Review
“I highly recommend Attorney Richard Merlino. I have handled numerous criminal matters with him. We have worked as co-counsel on complex criminal matters. Mr. Merlino is highly skilled and competent in his field. He is well respected among our peers and I find him to have high ethical standards. I completely endorse Richard with no reservations whatsoever.”
RICHARD A. MERLINO, P.A.
Practice Area(s)
Criminal Defense
Address
101 N.E. Third Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale
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33301
Counties Served
Broward County - Central, Philadelphia - North
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Richard Merlino has received a total of 31 Lawbamba, Avvo, Yelp, Google and Lawyers.com reviews.
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