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Yale Galanter, is a nationally recognized authority in the field of criminal litigation. He is skilled in the area of criminal trial law with more than 30 years of experience. Galanter Law has offices in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, so if you are looking for a Miami Criminal Lawyer or a Fort Lauderdale Criminal Lawyer, CALL TODAY!

With decades of experience and a long list of satisfied clients throughout both Miami, OK and Joplin, MO, Attorney J. Ken Gallon has built a reputation for dependable criminal defense when it counts. Whether you face charges for DUI, theft, or a violent crime, his team at J. Ken Gallon, Attorney at Law can provide you with a free consultation to plan an effective defense. With decades of experience working in blue-collar jobs, Mr. Gallon understands the unique needs of clients within his community. He can help you plan an effective defense to better protect your future and avoid the devastating consequences of a criminal conviction. Call now to get started on your free consultation.. Miami, Oklahoma and Joplin Missouri  Criminal and Bankruptcy Law Attorney Dedicated to Helping Those in Need of Legal Services. Skilled attorney devoted to guiding clients through legal problems for more than 10 yearsJ. Ken Gallon, located in Miami, Oklahoma, and Joplin Missouri represents individuals who are experiencing financial debt issues, pending criminal charges in Oklahoma’s Delaware, Ottawa and Craig, Jasper, Newton, McDonald counties. J. Ken Gallon is a skilled attorney with more than 17 years of experience assisting clients to secure positive results in the areas of criminal law and bankruptcy. His office team is dedicated to their clients, providing effective legal representation both in and out of the courtroom to help achieve a favorable outcome. Each client is approached with compassion and personal attention to provide the best possible legal representation. We go the distance to help each client and work tirelessly to attain the results and satisfaction you are looking for. In court, I fight aggressively for your rights. My staff and I have a proven track record – including extensive jury trial experience – of successfully helping clients with their legal needs. To find out how we can serve you in your legal matter, call J. Ken Gallon today.Ethical practice working hard to help clients get resultsJ. Ken Gallon and his team derive a tremendous sense of professional and personal satisfaction from helping clients with their legal problems. We are:. Dedicated attorney helping clients in the areas of family, criminal and bankruptcy lawJ. Ken Gallon is dedicated to helping clients with family law matters, criminal defense and bankruptcy proceedings:. Contact a Miami, Oklahoma  and Joplin, Missouri attorney ready to help youFor result-oriented legal services in and around Northeast Oklahoma, call J. Ken Gallon at today to schedule a free initial consultation or contact us online.

With a unique blend of systems engineering, data science, and real-world business experience, I bring a comprehensive, analytical approach to legal practice. I am dedicated to providing personalized, strategic counsel that deeply aligns with each client's unique needs. My work ethic centers around becoming intimately familiar with my clients, their interests, and their challenges so that I can make thoughtful, informed decisions that are always in their best interest—whether that means working more, less, or even advising that we not work together at all.. My education reflects my commitment to continual learning and professional development. I hold five degrees, including three in law, and remain an active member of several industry groups while consistently taking courses on relevant topics. My passion for education also extends into my personal life, where I am involved in local government, PTA, EESAC, and educational advocacy initiatives.Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are core principles of my practice. I believe that diverse perspectives make our firm stronger, more innovative, and more fair. In line with this belief, fairness is another pillar of our work, ensuring that every client is treated with the utmost respect and consideration. Pro bono and quasi pro bono work are integral to my practice as I seek to give back to the community, particularly in areas tied to education.. Outside of work, I enjoy swimming, boating in the Florida Keys, and spending time with my family, including my daughter, parents, and siblings. For me, family is a key value that informs how I approach both my personal and professional life.I take pride in articulating my clients' concerns and advancing their interests with clarity, precision, and grace. I’m not just an advocate; I’m a partner committed to navigating complex legal landscapes with my clients every step of the way..

When you are looking for real estate legal assistance,the Law Offices of Paul Agbeyegbe can take care of your graduate of the University of Miami, Paul is an attorney and Miami native with thorough knowledge of the neighborhood.

The Joseph Firm is a law firm started by Marck K. Joseph, Esq., BCS, with the mission of providing cost-efficient, results-driven, personal legal services in the South Florida. His practice focuses on the areas of Family law including Divorce, Paternity, Child Custody, Child Support and Domestic Violence among other issues.. We are committed to exceeding client expectations.  Our firm focuses on both dedication to the quality of work and providing services in a timely, friendly and professional manner.  Whether it be through mediation, negotiation, or trial we fight for our clients and work toward getting the best results.

Serving Immigrants is a full-service immigration law firm offering a complete range of immigration services to both businesses and individuals. We are uniquely qualified to manage the most contentious and unusual immigration needs. We recognize that swift resolution of immigration-related issues is integral to a client’s ability to conduct business or reach their personal goals in the United States.. Located in Miami, Clewiston and Orlando, our offices provide corporate and individual clients of foreign nationality with temporary work permits for the U.S., green card petitions, criminal waivers and representation in removal proceedings cases.. With over a decade of experience, our firm provides clients with the confidence that their cases will be handled by an expert who understands their needs and how to obtain their goals. Although the majority of our clients live in Florida, we represent people from all over the USA as well as Internationally

Sarah Glasser is a trial attorney with Freidin Brown, P.A., handling catastrophic personal injury and medical malpractice cases from beginning to end.. Sarah joined the firm following a federal clerkship with the Honorable Beth Bloom in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. In that role, Sarah played an important role assisting the Court with legal research and writing in a varied caseload, including class action and personal injury cases.. Sarah graduated from Indiana University with a double major in History and Jewish Studies, and earned her Master’s Degree from Columbia University’s Teachers’ College. Sarah spent the next four years teaching History, Government, and Mock Trial to high school students in New York City Public Schools. She was appointed Chair of the Social Studies Department and founded the Advanced Placement program at the Brooklyn Institute for Liberal Arts. Sarah was also selected as one of eight teachers across New York City to revise the Ninth Grade Global History Curriculum for New York City’s Public Schools.. While working as a high school teacher, Sarah enrolled in Brooklyn Law School’s Evening Program, earning her J.D., magna cum laude, in three-and-a-half years. While working full time and going to school at night, she found time to successfully compete on Brooklyn Law School’s moot court and mock trial teams and to serve as an Editor of Brooklyn Law School’s Journal of Public Policy. While in law school, Sarah published an article addressing the public’s obligation to protect child witnesses who testify in criminal cases.Sarah transitioned from teaching when she was hired as the Legal Assistant to New York City’s Special Narcotics Prosecutor. During the two years she served in this role, she conducted legal and policy research related to the opioid epidemic, attended court proceedings, and provided administrative support.. Following graduation from law school, Sarah was hired by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office where she served for two years as an Assistant District Attorney. Sarah handled all aspects of criminal cases, including interviewing witnesses, conducting Grand Jury presentations, engaging in discovery, negotiating plea deals, and otherwise seeing cases through to disposition, including by jury verdict.

Sandy T. Fox is Board Certified in Marital and Family law. He is recognized as having special knowledge, skills and proficiency in marital and family law and professionalism and ethics in practice. As a legal expert and specialist in Marital and Family Law in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, Mr. Fox has achieved the highest level of evaluation by The Florida Bar for his competency and experience as a Marital and Family law attorney.. He focuses his law practice exclusively in the area of high net worth and complex marital and family law, including but not limited to divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, alimony, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements and post decree modification and enforcement.. Mr. Fox received his Bachelor of Science in Finance and Multinational Operations from Florida State University in 1999 and his Juris Doctor degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2004. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in the same year. He is a member of the Broward County and Miami-Dade Bar Associations and the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar.

Richard L. Cooper is a criminal defense attorney handling all types of State and Federal crimes and serving all of Florida.. A member of the Florida and Federal Bars, Mr. Cooper is a zealous advocate for those accused of any crime.  From traffic to trafficking, Mr. Cooper has had the pleasure of representing people in their most trying times.. We know that being faced with the spectre of serious criminal charges is frightening. You may be worried about spending substantial time in prison, losing personal relationships or business assets you’ve spent many years creating, and permanent damage to your reputation. With the Law Offices of Richard L. Cooper on your side, you can expect a trusted confidant who will work diligently to fully understand your case and determine a road map to help you regain control of your life.

Ricardo Corona, founder of the firm, is a graduate of the University of Miami (J.D. cum laude), and has extensive business, real estate and over 15 years of commercial banking experience including eight years as a bank director. Corona is admitted to the Florida Bar and the Federal Bar of the United States District Court forthe Southern District of Florida and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida; and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; the Bankruptcy Bar Association of theSouthern District of Florida; the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys; the American Immigration Lawyers Association; and the Cuban American Bar Association. Mr. Corona practices civil litigation, criminal defense, immigrationlaw, family law, real estate law, civil forfeitures, commercial litigation, foreclosures andappellate law.

Ricardo Ampudia represents clients in a wide variety of international disputes, including investor-State, commercial, and State-State arbitration, as well as litigation in matters pertaining to securities, international trade, international human rights, and international criminal law proceedings before INTERPOL.. Mr. Ampudia's experience covers numerous international investment and trade agreements, as well as a wide range of industries, including agriculture, construction, healthcare, internet and technology (including disputes against ICANN), oil and gas, electricity and heat generation, textiles, steel manufacturing, and transportation.  His experience also includes representation of clients in the procurement of public contracts and related civil and criminal investigations.  He has advised clients and clerked for tribunals in high-profile proceedings in various languages and under various arbitration rules, including ICSID, UNCITRAL, DIAC, ICC, DR-CAFTA, HMAA, the AHLA, and the ICDR.  Some of his most recent representations include:. Additionally, Mr. Ampudia has represented and advised clients in numerous proceedings before U.S. Courts.  His class action experience includes In re Petrobras Sec. Litig., 14-cv-09662-JSR, a securities class action filed on behalf of Petrobras investors against the company.Prior to founding International Dispute Resources LLC, Mr. Ampudia worked in the litigation department of a major international law firm in Washington, DC.  Mr. Ampudia is Co-Founder of the Georgetown International Arbitration Alumni group.  He has also given graduate-level lectures on international commercial arbitration at Georgetown Law.During law school, he served on the Executive Board of the American University International Law Review and was the editor of the Human Rights Academy and Humanitarian Law Book.  Mr. Ampudia was also an intern at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the United States Department of Justice.

Philip John Mitchell Jr. is a founding partner of the law firm Mitchell & West, LLC. He practices in a wide range of cases, including family law, criminal defense, and personal injury. He is licensed to practice in all Florida state and federal courts. Prior to forming his own practice, Mr. Mitchell served as a public defender for Miami Dade.  He is known for his dedication to his clients and  is highly respected for his legal advocacy. A seasoned litigator, he is a veteran of many trials in civil & criminal courts.

Philip Freidin has been practicing law for 50 years and has devoted his life to representing clients who have been seriously injured by the wrongful acts of others. Phil has represented plaintiffs in some of the most significant personal injury and medical malpractice cases in Florida’s history and has earned his status as a pillar in the South Florida legal community. As one federal judge recently wrote, “he is unquestionably among the upper echelons of lawyers in our district.”. Phil has been Board Certified in Civil Trial Law since 1989 and recertified three times. Board certification recognizes lawyers’ special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in various areas of law, along with professionalism and ethics in practice, and is only awarded to the most experienced and capable lawyers in their practice area. Over the course of his career, Phil has conducted more than 200 jury trials and around 100 non-jury trials, all involving personal injury and medical negligence issues.. Since 1984, Phil has also been an active leader in the Florida Justice Association, the largest organization for plaintiffs’ lawyers in Florida. After joining, he was elected Secretary, Treasurer, and then President of the statewide organization, which had 3,500 members at the time.. Phil’s stature in the legal community has been recognized by Florida Governors, U.S. Senators, and Florida Supreme Court Justices. He has been appointed to serve on multiple Judicial Nominating Commissions—both at the state and federal levels—over the years, and over 60 judges have been appointed as a result of his 17 years of membership and participation in JNCs.

Our main office is located in Miami, in the Aventura area, and we represent clients throughout South Florida in homeowners insurance and first party property lawsuits, personal injury, and general civil litigation. We also provide Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning services, small business consulting and general counsel services.. I opened The Dempsey Law Firm, P.A., so that I could provide the kind of personal service and connection that clients need, want, and deserve as they deal with trying times and the legal system.. Attorneys can be fast paced, fast talkers who find it hard to make complex litigation concepts relatable to the legally inexperienced client, and so we try to make sure that communication and explanation are at the forefront of our client service model.. I practice with professionalism, I'm detail oriented, and I place a premium on producing quality work in the goal of obtaining the positive results on behalf of the client, and keeping them informed all the way through.. We also offer alternative fee arrangements and means of representing our clients, as we know that not all clients have the means to obtain meaningful representation in the legaly system. To that end, we accept ARAG Legal Insurance, and are happy to offer free consultations for all prospective clients.. When not working, I can be found spending time with my family and our dogs.. I'm available for a free consultation by appointment only, submit the form below, email me at , or give us a call.

My father founded the practice about 47 years ago. I joined him in 1992 after graduating from Tulane University School of  Business and University of Miami School of Law.  After working together for 3 years on Foreclosure Cases and Complex Commercial Litigation, I went into the Banking Industry for the next fifteen years where I worked for various commercial real estate lenders. When the real estate markets took a turn for the worse, I helped oversee foreclosure cases across the country on behalf of American Residential Equities, a real estate lender. I returned to the Neustein Law Group in 2008 when foreclosures really started to take over the practice - the vast majority of these cases are personal referrals.  Since then, we have opened 8 additional sattelite offices throughout the state to service our clients throughout the state.. Florida Native - Married to Nicole Neustein with three children, Jack, Sean and Isabella.. Grauduate of North MIami Beach Senior High.

Mr. White is as an accomplished Criminal Defense Lawyer and has built his practice defending people against prosecutions in Federal and State Court at every stage; including pre-indictment and Grand Jury Witness representation, through jury trial, as well as to appeal or post-conviction.. Mr. White's experience is:. Jurisdictions Attorney is Licensed in:. Date Admitted to the Bar:. 10/30/81. Education:

Mr. Wasserman earned his Juris Doctor degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Law in 2014, graduating cum laude. He also holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Central Florida.. Throughout his entire legal career, Mr. Wasserman has been dedicated to the practice of personal injury law and insurance disputes. His dedication to this area of law allows him to provide his clients with unparalleled knowledge and representation. What sets Mr. Wasserman apart is his ability to implement winning case strategies with meticulous attention to detail. He also believes in the power of communication and takes the time to engage with his clients, ensuring they understand the legal process and big picture goals of their cases. His patience in answering client questions is a hallmark of his practice.

Mr. Patel began his legal career representing immigrants in deportation proceedings as well as assisting those applying for permanent residence, citizenship, visas and work permits. Following his practice in immigration, Mr. Patel sought to broaden his legal acumen, working for a civil ligation defense firm that represented major insurance companies involved in contractual disputes and later representing several hospitals in breach of contract claims against auto insurers.. In his private firm he took on a wide array of cases in both state and federal court, including; contract disputes, shareholder derivative actions, civil theft, fraud & conversion, real estate litigation, immigration, and personal injury. He has also invested firm resources in growing its transactional practice to provide guidance to clients in need of a will or trust, or assistance with corporate formation. Mr. Patel has also assisted clients with exceptional detail in the area of real estate transactions.. Mr. Patel has received multiple accolades for his oral advocacy and client relation skills, including being named to the National Order of Barrister. He also takes great pride in serving the South Florida community, previously assisting the Legal Aid Society of Broward County, Immigration Division and currently enrolled as Pro Bono Counsel with Dade Legal Aid.

Mausner Graham Injury Law PLLC is a boutique law firm located in Miami, FL that handles all areas of personal injury including auto accidents, truck accidents, slip/trip and falls, negligent security, medical malpractice, construction accidents, and boating/maritime accidents. Eric J. Mausner and Thomas D. Graham are former prosecutors who aggressively represent their clients’ rights under the law. Contact us for a free consultation anytime.

Leonard A. Sands, Esquire is living his boyhood dream. He has always wanted to be a lawyer - a criminal lawyer - protecting the rights we as Americans each hold dear. As one of the top graduates in his class in law school, Leonard was recruited by the United States Department of Justice Attorney General's ‘Honors Program.’ Serving in the Attorney General's Honors Program, he went to Washington to join the then relatively new Organized Crime & Racketeering Section.. ---. Since 1979, Leonard and his partner have been in private practice in Miami, Florida, limiting their focus to all kinds of criminal cases both in the federal and state courts in Florida and elsewhere. Leonard has developed a reputation for exceptional skill in white collar, fraud, tax, RICO and complex criminal cases at both the trial and appellate levels.. For many years, Leonard has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and also served as a past President of the Miami Chapter. Recently honored by the South Florida Legal Guide, he was named a "Top Lawyer" in Criminal Law for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and, 2011.  He is listed in SuperLawyers, 2011.. Leonard and his partner are both AV rated & listed in Martindale-Hubbell's © Directory of Pre-Eminent Lawyers.. Feel free to call or e-mail to discuss how we can help you or someone you care about.. Leonard A. Sands practices in the following areas of law: Criminal Law; White Collar Crime; Appellate Practice.. Admitted: 1972, New York and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio; 1973, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth and D.C. Circuits; 1975, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York; 1977, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit; 1978, Florida; 1979, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida; 1980, U.S. Tax Court; 1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit; 1984, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida; 1991, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit. Law School: Brooklyn Law School, J.D., 1971. College: Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, B.S., Accounting, 1968. Member: Dade County Bar Association (Member, Committees on: Federal Courts, 1983—; Criminal Courts, 1996—; Chair, Criminal Courts Committee, 1999-2000; United States District Court Peer Review Committee, 1989-1995); The Florida Bar (Former Chair, Grievance Committee); Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Director, 1998—; President, 2001-2002, Miami Chapter).. Biography: Recipient, Judge Nathan R. Sobel Prize for Graduate with Highest Grade in Criminal Law. Selected, U.S. Department of Justice Honors Program Graduate. Trial Attorney, Criminal Division, Organized Crime and Racketeering Section, U.S. Department of Justice, 1971-1979. Recognized as a "Top Lawyer" in Criminal Law by South Florida Legal Guide, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011; and, SuperLawyers Magazine, 2011.

Jonathan Freidin is the Managing Partner at Freidin Brown, P.A. Since joining the firm in 2014, he has handled some of the firm’s most serious personal injury cases and represented clients in several jury trials involving catastrophic injuries. Jonathan’s practice focuses on medical malpractice, complex personal injury, and whistleblower/qui tam claims. He takes great pride in representing his clients and is recognized throughout the firm for his attention to detail in every case he handles.. Jonathan earned his college degree summa cum laude from the George Washington University in 2009. During college, Jonathan was awarded the Presidential Merit Scholarship and was appointed as a Student Justice on the University’s disciplinary court. After college, Jonathan returned to Florida and received his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 2012. During law school, Jonathan was an editor on the Florida Law Review and worked as a Certified Legal Intern at the Public Defender’s Office, where he represented indigent clients in court. Jonathan also served as a judicial extern for Judge Alan Gold in the Southern District of Florida. He received book awards for the highest grade in both Appellate Advocacy and Child, Parent, & the State, and held a position as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Research & Writing and Appellate Advocacy.. Prior to becoming part of the team at Freidin Brown, P.A., Jonathan served for two years as a federal law clerk to the Honorable Donald M. Middlebrooks in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. While clerking, Jonathan worked on various types of federal matters from start to finish, including actions for patent infringement, tort liability, employment discrimination, civil rights violations, and fraud. He also assisted with several cases on the appellate level when Judge Middlebrooks sat by designation on the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.. Being born and raised in Miami, Florida, Jonathan’s love for South Florida has steered him toward several leadership positions in the community. Since January 2018, Jonathan has served on the Board of Directors of SAVE, South Florida’s leading organization dedicated to protecting the rights of the LGBTQ community. He also serves on SAVE’s Endorsement Committee, which interviews and endorses political and judicial candidates running for office in South Florida. In 2022, Jonathan was appointed to a two-year term on the Miami Beach Planning Board, one of the most important community boards in the City of Miami Beach. In January 2024, Jonathan was re-appointed by the Miami Beach City Commission to a second term on the Planning Board. Jonathan also serves on the Board of Directors of the Florida Justice Association, the largest organization dedicated to protecting Florida’s civil justice system and protecting the rights of Florida’s consumers and citizens. By dedicating himself to this state-wide organization, Jonathan works to improve the legal landscape for his clients and others who have been harmed by the negligence of others.

Jennifer Felipe is a trial attorney with extensive experience in the areas of construction and personal injury litigation.. Ms. Felipe focuses her practice on construction defect litigation and general liability matters. Ms. Felipe represents commercial and residential property owners, developers, and contractors in Fort Lauderdale and throughout South Florida in all phases of construction litigation.. She also represents Fortune 500 companies in premises liability matters and has vast experience in all areas of personal injury, including automobile accidents, slip and falls, negligent security claims and wrongful death.. She practices in both state and federal courts and is fluent in Spanish.

Jeffrey S. Weiner, P.A., Attorneys at Law, is one of our nation’s premier criminal defense law firms. For over forty years, we have successfully defended clients in all types of state, federal and international criminal cases throughout the United States and abroad. Our Miami criminal defense attorneys offer advocacy based on years of experience and a thorough understanding of the law and facts of each case and of each client, and we have an unwavering adherence to the unique needs and complexities of each client’s case. We spend the necessary time to fully prepare cases and to get the best possible results in each case.. Survey after survey of fellow attorneys have named Jeffrey S. Weiner among the “best” criminal lawyers, with a national and international reputation for providing quality, result-oriented representation for our clients. Jeffrey S. Weiner is listed in the most prestigious publications in which practicing attorneys rate their peers. As a few examples, Mr. Weiner is listed in the 2010 Best Lawyers in America™, in Florida Trend Magazine’s “Legal Elite”™ (the top “1.8 percent of the 57,968 Florida Bar members who practice law in the state”), and in Super Lawyers Magazine™. Additionally, Mr. Weiner has an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell legal directory (the highest available rating), in which lawyers are rated for their skill and ethics.. Jeffrey S. Weiner is a former president of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a former president of the Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association. He is also a former chairman of the Miami-Dade County Bar Association Criminal Courts Committee and of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers criminal law section. Additionally, Mr. Weiner lectures throughout the United States and is the author of numerous legal articles. Jeff Weiner also co–authored the 2017 ‘Federal Criminal Rules & Codes plus’, an important reference source for attorneys and judges throughout the United States.. We provide representation at the investigative, grand jury, trial, plea, post-conviction and appellate levels (appeals) to individuals and corporations facing criminal charges in Miami-Dade County, Broward County, Palm Beach County, South Florida, State and Federal Courts across the United States, and all over the world.. We care about our clients and understand the anguish and stress that a person charged with a crime experiences. Being charged with a crime is a nightmare – not only for the individual charged, but for his or her family as well. We will guide you through the process, answer your questions and provide you with the highest quality representation. Contact our Miami criminal defense attorneys for more information or assistance today.. Comprehensive, Cutting-Edge Criminal Defense Representation. Since 1974, Florida and Illinois criminal defense attorney and firm founder, Jeffrey S. Weiner, has been a dynamic and leading advocate for the preservation and protection of constitutional rights before, during and following an arrest, and in the filing of formal criminal charges by an indictment, an information, or a complaint.. The pursuit of a successful defense strategy, coupled with one-on-one client interaction, has been the hallmark of Mr. Weiner’s practice throughout the past forty-three years. Our firm is the choice for people and businesses seeking cutting edge, high quality and personalized criminal defense representation. Guided by the philosophy that the situation of every person facing criminal charges is unique, we tailor our defense strategies to the facts and circumstances of each case as they apply to the law, and we work to attain the best possible results for our clients. A creative and intensive approach to criminal charges can make a big difference in the result in your case, as does your choice of lawyer to represent you.. We welcome you to compare our reputation, experience and results with that of any criminal defense lawyer or law firm in the country. Our professionalism and skill help us to obtain the best results and satisfaction for our clients.

Jack Hickey is a trial attorney.  Since 1980, he has been trying personal injury and wrongful death cases in the areas of admiralty and maritime, railroad, medical malpractice, product liability, and general liability.. Hickey is Board Certified in Admiralty & Maritime Law and as a Civil Trial Lawyer by The Florida Bar and by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA).  The NBTA is the only national certification program for trial attorneys and is accredited by the American Bar Association.. Hickey is rated A/V by Martindale-Hubbell (the international listing of attorneys, a rating achieved by only 5% of attorneys.  The rating indicates that the attorney “has reached the height of professional excellence” and is “recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity”.   He is also listed in Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in American Law, and Who’s Who in Emerging Leaders in America.  He has been chosen by other lawyers as a: “Top Lawyer in South Florida” in the areas of personal injury and maritime in the South Florida Legal Guide (2004 - present); “Legal Elite” in Florida Trend Magazine(top 1.7% of attorneys) (2006 - present); and Superlawyer in the area of personal injury in Superlawyers.com (2006 - present).  Hickey is a member of The Florida Bar Board of Governors.  The Board of Governors is the governing body of all 90,000 members of The Florida Bar, that is, every lawyer in Florida.. He is also a Past President of the Dade County Bar Association (DCBA) (2003 – 2004).  The DCBA is the largest voluntary bar association in Florida.  Hickey also is a Lifetime Member of the Florida Council of Bar Association Presidents, a Fellow and Lifetime Member of The Florida Bar Foundation, and a Sustaining Member of the American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America).. Hickey lectures and writes articles on trial practice and on substantive law including Maritime and Admiralty.  He was the Chair of The Florida Bar Admiralty Law Committee and is Past Chair of the Admiralty Law Section of the American Association for Justice.. Hickey has been interviewed on national television over 40 times from July 2005 to present on subjects related to cruise ships.  This includes shows on CNN, MSNBC, NBC, CBS, and Fox News.  Hickey has also been quotes in numerous newpaper and magazine articles on topics related to cruise ships as well as interviewed on various radio stations across the country.. Hickey was born in Miami and is conversant in Spanish.  For the first 17 years of his career, he represented cruise lines, railroads, and other self-insured Defendants as well as insurance companies.  Eighteen years ago, he made the transition to representing plaintiffs, and is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Forum based on the cases in which he has obtained settlements or verdicts in excess of $1 Million.  He started his career at Smathers & Thompson and went on to Hornsby & Whisenand, where he became a partner.  In 1988, Hickey and The Honorable Gary R. Jones founded Hickey & Jones, P.A.  In 1999, Judge Jones left and became a Federal Magistrate in the Middle District of Florida, and the firm changed its name to Hickey Law Firm, P.A.

Ira Leesfield is founder and managing partner of Leesfield Scolaro, P.A., with offices in Miami, Key West, South Beach and Central Florida.  Recently, Mr. Leesfield received the prestigious “Judge Learned Hand Award” presented by American Jewish Committee in recognition of his values and standards of excellence associated with Judge Learned Hand and the principles he represented: the rights of the individual and the importance of democratic values in an orderly society.  Big Brothers/Big Sisters will honor Ira with the “Miracle Maker” award for his tireless support and contribution to the organization in April 2010.  He is board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocates and now serves as board member of the certification board; a past President of the Florida Justice Association, formerly known as,  Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers; an EAGLE Patron; and now serves as Senior Florida Governor of the American Association for Justice, serving over 20 years.In 2001, Mr. Leesfield received the Anti-Defamation League’s prestigious “Jurisprudence Award.”  He was also honored by the Florida Region of American ORT as the first recipient in Florida of the “American ORT Jurisprudence Award” for his lifetime of dedication to his profession, his nation and his community, and recognizing his outstanding initiative in prosecuting cases that benefit public interest.  In 2002, he was also awarded the “Melvin Belli Award” for outstanding practitioner of advocacy and for exercising extraordinary initiative in prosecuting cases that benefit public interest.In 2004, the Florida Justice Association  recognized his lifetime achievement by awarding the Al J. Cone Lifetime Achievement Award for his life-long crusade in helping the less fortunate and his commitment to preserving our civil justice system.  He was nominated as "Lawyer of the Year" by the Trial Lawyers for Public Justice, after he obtained a $19.8 million verdict against Honda Corp., and selected as one of America’s Top Ten Trial Lawyers.  He has published numerous articles and treatises in the area of trial strategy while appearing as a guest commentator on national news programs, including ABC’s Nightline with Ted Koppel.  He is past Chair of The Florida Bar CLE Committee; serves as a life member of The Roscoe Pound Foundation; and is an adjunct professor of law at the University of Miami School of Law.  Ira Leesfield served President Clinton in two important posts from 1992 to 2000, the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports and the Presidential Advisory Commission on Holocaust Assets.  He co-authored the President’s Report on Holocaust Assets.  In 1989, he was appointed as Chair of the Third District Court of Appeals Judicial Nominating Committee and was reappointed for a second term in 1995 by Governor Chiles.   In 1998, he served as a member of the Florida Constitution Revision Commission. Mr. Leesfield has twice been awarded the prestigious Wiedman Wysocki medal for outstanding advocacy.  He is a Life Member of the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation.   Mr. Leesfield was the keynote speaker at the Florida Supreme Court Justices Teaching Institute  in Tallahassee, Florida where top educators from around the State of Florida convene annually for an intensive study of the judicial system.  Recipient of the 2003 Crystal Eagle Award of the Florida Justice Association, in recognition for his exceptional generosity on behalf of Florida's families. He is Immediate Past  President of  the Melvin M. Belli Society.