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John Patrick Musca

800-687-2252

Criminal Law

200 Southeast 6th St., Suite 507
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1999 (10 years)

Criminal defense is a very complicated and highly specialized area of law, which Attorney John Musca has devoted his professional career to. After completing his undergraduate studies cum laude at Boston College, Attorney Musca received his Juris Doctorate Degree from Case Western University School of Law in 1997. He speaks fluent Spanish and has attended international and legal studies overseas at the world-renowned Instituto International in Madrid, Spain. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and the United States Federal Court, Middle District of Florida.

Serving as a Public Defender in the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida, Attorney Musca spent considerable time in court developing the skills needed for successful litigation through extensive case preparation and jury trials.

Attorney Musca has tried misdemeanors through serious felonies. In addition to trials, Attorney Musca has extensive experience in Florida DUI arrests, violation of probation matters, drug charges, fraud, battery, domestic disputes, bond hearings, sex crimes, tourist arrests, expungements, and other criminal issues.

As a skilled and competent trial attorney, Attorney Musca has obtained successful results for even the most challenging criminal defense cases. He is proactive in the pursuit of justice for his clients and will demand a trial on the merits of their case, thereby forcing the prosecution to prove their case beyond to and to the exclusion of reasonable doubt.

As a criminal defense lawyer he thoroughly investigates the charges and aggressively challenges the evidence against his clients.
John Musca is dedicated to winning by preparing forward-thinking, strategic, aggressive representation, and always negotiating from a position of strength. The foundation of Musca Law is built on his deep passion for the law and commitment to create a new benchmark for the practice of criminal law. Attorney Musca takes pride in the results his firm has delivered to clients, many of which can be viewed on our http://muscalaw.com under case results.

Attorney Musca has established an innovative firm philosophy leading to continuous improvements of client services and competitive advantages in every respect. He believes in utilizing core concepts of Six Sigma principles as part of his commitment to deliver exceptional value to his clients, without sacrificing the quality of legal services expected from a reputable law firm. By implementing a systematic approach of Law Firm Lean Leadership, Attorney Musca has created a legal practice focusing on streamlining processes and enhancing client service. Encompassing his Firm Philosophy the utilization of each staff members skills and abilities to the fullest as a total legal team approach. Musca Law is a criminal defense law firm serving clients throughout the State of Florida that functions in a competent and winning style.
Additionally, Attorney Musca believes strongly in giving back to the community and supports numerous non-profit and charitable organizations throughout the State of Florida.

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William Ryan Moore

Alitowski & Moore

954-523-5333

Bicycle Injuries, Boating Accidents, Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI More >>

100 SE 3rd Ave, Suite 2500
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394

David M. Edelstein

954-414-4132

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence

1 East Broward Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Roger P. Foley

Roger P. Foley

954-467-2946

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Entertainment / Sports, Immigration Law, Injury Law More >>

524 South Andrews Avenue, Suite 200 North
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Brian S. Leifert Esq.

954-523-9600

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Drugs More >>

1200 South Pine Island Road, #220, Broward County
Plantation, FL 33324

Leland Eric Garvin

Garvin Law Firm

954-524-2424

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Injury Law More >>

888 SE 3rd Ave., Suite 400
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Ralph Behr

Ralph Behr

800-761-3446

Appeals / Appellate, Broker Fraud, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Immigration Law

888 S.E. 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Sebastian John Balliro

Balliro Seltzer

954-463-9884

Bail & Release, Bench Warrants, Criminal Law, Cybercrimes Defense, DUI / DWI More >>

12 SE 7th Street, Suite 603
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

David S. Seltzer Esq.

David Seltzer

305-444-1565

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, Cyber Crime Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce More >>

1200 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1440
Miami, FL 33131

Edward S. Schwartz

Gerson & Schwartz

305-539-8000

Admiralty / Maritime, Car Accidents, Criminal Law, Injury Law, Medical Malpractice More >>

1980 Coral Way
Miami, FL 33145

Rebecca Sonalia

239-793-5297

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence

2650 Airport Road, Suite H
Naples, FL 34112

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Jurisdictions: Florida, Michigan

After completing her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan, Attorney Rebecca Sonalia received her Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law, graduating cum laude. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and the State of Michigan.

Criminal defense law involves helping people through very traumatic times in their life. Attorney Sonalia takes this aspect of her profession very seriously. Her compassionate nature and diligence in keeping her clients informed has truly been an asset to the success of the firm. Musca Law clients have consistently expressed their gratitude for dealing with such a compassionate legal professional, who has successfully guided and supported them through their criminal proceedings.

Attorney Sonalia has assisted clients involved in even the most complex DUI criminal charges retain their license through aggressively challenging the evidence at the DMV Formal Administrative Hearing. With a focus on relentless perseverance, she has prevented clients from having their license suspension, successfully mitigated any additional points to their record, and protected their driving privileges. She has represented local Florida residents, over-the-road truck drivers, and tourists for all types of traffic violations, including those related to DUI offense.

Leaving no stone unturned to create an effective defense strategy is the goal Attorney Sonalia has as she thoroughly investigates her clients charges. Her passion and dedication to in-depth research has proven to be a key advantage in criminal defense trial preparations, negotiations and the formulation of highly creative defense strategies. With over 100 years of combined legal experience, our staff of legal professionals work together, utilizing each staff members skills and abilities to the fullest, as a total legal team approach. As a results-orientated legal defense team, Attorney Sonalias dedication to obtaining the very best possible outcome for our clients has proved to be invaluable.

Ms. Sonalia is a strong advocate for the rights of criminal defendants. She believes in the importance of preserving the rights of the accused throughout the criminal justice process. Her high level of academic achievements, analytical mind, and professional demeanor give her the critical skills needed for a successful criminal defense attorney

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Neil C. Kerch

Balliro Seltzer

954-463-9884

Bail & Release, Bench Warrants, Criminal Law, Cybercrimes Defense, DUI / DWI More >>

12 SE 7th Street, Suite 603
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Grey Tesh

561-686-6886

Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law

1610 Southern Blvd.
West Palm Beach, FL 33406

Shlomi Presser

954-764-1080

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Family Law, Real Estate Law

200 SE 6th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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Education: Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 2002 (7 years)

Florida criminal defense lawyer Shlomi Presser has an extensive background providing outstanding criminal defense services in both state and federal courts. Attorney Presser completed his undergraduate studies at Florida State University, majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. He received his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University College of Law and is a member of the Florida Bar Association.

Following law school, Attorney Presser served as an Assistant Public Defender for the 17th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida. During his time as a Public Defender, he defended countless misdemeanor and felony cases, while honing his skills as a criminal defense lawyer. His experience as a criminal defense attorney includes handling thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanor driving while license suspended, all the way up to attempted 1st degree murder cases. He has a trial success rate of over 80%, and has been able to get many cases dismissed prior to trial through motions.

As a committed defense attorney, Shlomi Presser is a true asset to the Musca Law team. His years of experience and knowledge of the law make him an effective advocate on behalf of our clients. Attorney Presser believes in fighting his clients case before it goes to court by bringing to light any false evidence, lying witnesses, exaggerated charges, illegal searches or illegal arrests. He makes every attempt to prevent charges from being filed and aggressively negotiates on behalf of his clients for bail reductions, jail alternatives, dismissals, reduced fines, or reduced jail time.

Shlomi Presser provides his clients with a high level of professionalism, strong work ethics, a reputation for honesty and integrity, and a track record of success. Given the facts and circumstances of each particular case, Attorney Presser works hard to formulate a rigorous defense strategy to protect the rights of his clients. As an experienced criminal defense attorney, he understands the high stakes and unique nuances of each case. Attorney Presser has developed a reputation with judges and prosecutors for taking an aggressive, proactive, yet tactful approach to each case. Musca Law clients have consistently expressed gratitude for having such a talented, tenacious criminal defense lawyer represent them.

Emphasizing our Firm Philosophy, Attorney Presser has worked diligently to indentify benchmarks and strategic planning for the entire legal staff at Musca Law, adding to the strength of representation we provide our clients. His insightful team recommendations and mentoring skills have proved to be a key advantage in our team approach of effective, yet affordable client services.

Maintaining the highest level of professionalism with all of his clients is a priority for Attorney Presser and his staff of legal assistants. As with all of our Musca Law legal professionals, we use due diligence in providing updates to our clients on the progress of their cases, so that they are able to make informed decisions.

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Steven A. Goldstein

305-523-9090

Criminal Law, Deportation Defense, Immigration Law

2121 SW 3rd Avenue, Fifth Floor, 2121SW 3rd Avenue, Fifth Floor
Miami, FL 33129

Mark Eiglarsh

Mark Eiglarsh

305-674-0003

Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Drug Crimes, Sex Crimes More >>

4770 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 610
Miami, FL 33137

Douglas I. Leifert Esq.

Leifert & Leifert

561-988-8000

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Juvenile Law

2160 West Atlantic Avenue, Second Floor
Delray Beach, FL 33445

Bradley H. Trushin

Koch & Trushin

954-763-7600

Appeals / Appellate, Business Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Entertainment / Sports More >>

110 East Broward Boulevard, Suite 1630
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Daniel Louis Koch

Koch & Trushin

954-763-7600

Appeals / Appellate, Business Law, Criminal Law, Entertainment / Sports, Family Law More >>

110 East Broward Boulevard, Suite 1630
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Richard Ansara

Richard Ansara

954-588-8825

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Drug Crime Defense, Expungements, Fraud Defense More >>

400 SE 8th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Mr. Joseph H. Wolenski III

305-350-2700

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI

1001 Brickell Bay Drive, Suite 2206
Miami, FL 33131

Dorothy F Easley MS JD

305-777-0258

Appeals / Appellate, Business Law, Criminal Law, Employment Law, Family Law More >>

4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 470
Miami, FL 33146

Randall Lee Berman

561-866-5717

All Felonies, All Misdemeanors, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Retail Theft More >>

105 E. Palmetto Park Rd.
Boca Raton, FL 33432

David Raben

Robbins, Tunkey, Ross, Amsel, Raben, Waxman, P.A.

800-226-9550

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI

2250 Southwest Third Avenue,, Fourth Floor
Miami, FL 33129

Jonathan Harry Wasserman

561-615-9785

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Criminal Law

560 Village Blvd, Suite 240
West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Justin Paul Caldarone

239-537-0439

Business Law, Car Accidents, Collections, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI More >>

2390 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 102
Naples, FL 34103

John Skyler Riordan

561-738-7922

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Business Law, Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce More >>

3600 South Congress Ave, Suite G
Boynton Beach, FL 33426

Steven Michael Potolsky

Steven M. Potolsky, P.A.

305-530-8090

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Criminal Law

100 SE 2nd St, Suite 3550
Miami, FL 33131

Bret Leon Lusskin

The Ticket Cricket

954-454-5841

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Law

1001 N. Federal Hwy, Ste 106
Hallandale, FL 33009

Ivan Jose Parron Esq.

Parron & Associates, PL Attorneys-at-Law

888-457-3771

Antitrust, Bankruptcy / Debt, Business Law, Criminal Law, Entertainment / Sports More >>

300 S Pointe Dr, Ste. 707
Miami Beach, FL 33139

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Education: Florida International University, College of Law

Jurisdictions: 11th Circuit, Florida, Florida Southern District Bankruptcy Court, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Tax Court

Ivan J. Parron, Esq. currently serves as the managing attorney and principal of Parron & Associates, PL, a boutique entertainment, media, sports and technology law firm based out of Miami Beach, Florida. The law firm represents a wide range of entertainment and media clients including artists, record labels, motion picture production companies, digital media distribution companies, television networks, magazine publications, merchandising companies and tour production companies. Mr. Parron has over 15 years of executive and legal experience in the digital media, music and entertainment space with strong emphasis on business strategy/development and venture management/capitalization, serving as a CEO, board member and an in-house attorney.

Mr. Parron previously served as in-house attorney at Universal Music Group, based out of the Miami Beach regional office which oversees the US Latin market, Spain and Portugal. During his tenure, Mr. Parron represented the company in negotiations with some of the top selling and world renown music artists including Juanes, Akon, Enrique Iglesias, Jim Jones, Paris Hilton, Nelly Furtado, Daddy Yankee, Don Omar and Wisin & Yandel. He also oversaw business and legal affairs for several of the company’s joint ventures, was instrumental in the company’s efforts in obtaining digital and mobile distribution rights from its artists, and assisted in developing an “American Idol”- style venture.

During the “DotCom Boom” in the late 1990’s, Mr. Parron served as founder and CEO of Ritmoteca.com, Inc., the world’s first legal source for downloadable Latin music via the Internet and mobile networks. The company was an early predecessor to the now highly successful Apple iTunes business model. As CEO, he oversaw the vision and implementation of the company’s business plan, capitalization and forging of strategic partnerships. Mr. Parron helped pioneer the deal structure for digital distribution of music, signing digital distribution agreements with over 60 top independent record labels and aggregating exclusive digital rights to over 600,000 music tracks and videos including exclusive digital distribution rights to catalogs of artists like Marc Anthony , Carlos Vives , Tito Puente and Celia Cruz. His vision and business savvy also led his company to become the first Latin music venture to sign digital music distribution deals with the major record labels including Sony, BMG, Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group, securing his position as a dealmaker. Under his leadership, Ritmoteca forged strategic alliances with companies including Microsoft, AOL, Real Networks, Nokia, Motorola, MusicNet and Napster. Mr. Parron built the company up to 200 employees with satellite offices in Europe backed by private and institutional investors including Bain Capital in Boston.

Prior to Ritmoteca, Mr. Parron served as founder and president of Internet Marketing Consultants, one of the first Internet and new media consulting firms in Florida in 1994. He consulted for international media brands and companies including MTV, Nickelodeon and Discovery Channel.

Mr. Parron has been involved in media and entertainment industry practically his entire life, playing alto saxophone since the age of six, working as a DJ at the age of 14 and working in practically every department of Miami FM radio stations throughout his college career. He is a member of both the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and the Latin Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. He is an active member in his community and donates his time and efforts to charities including La Liga Contra El Cancer, Amigos For Kids and The Susan G. Koman Foundation. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida and is currently in the process of being admitted to practice in Washington D.C. where he plans to open a second office this year. http://www.ParronLaw.com

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Robyn Rappaport Weiss Esq.

Leifert & Leifert

561-988-8000

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Juvenile Law

2160 West Atlantic Avenue, Second Floor
Delray Beach, FL 33445

Teresa Elizabeth Williams

954-761-9131

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Car Accidents, Criminal Law, Injury Law, Medical Malpractice

400 SE 12th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Gary Cole

954-462-4600

Criminal Law

1209 SE Third Ave.
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316

Zeljka Bozanic

305-643-1234

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Criminal Law

701 SW 27 Avenue, Suite 1200
Miami, FL 33135

Mr. Eric Cecilio Padron

305-461-0095

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law

3132 Ponce de Leon Boulevard
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Steven M. Logan

Steven M. Logan

561-791-1882

Animal / Dog Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Entertainment / Sports

500 Australian Avenue South, Suite 600
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Edward L. Larsen, Esq.

239-643-0100

Business Law, Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law

649 Fifth Avenue South
Naples, FL 34102

Robert David Malove

Robert David Malove

954-745-5840

Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Health Care Fraud, Health Care Law More >>

1 E Broward Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Randy Berman

Law Offices of Randy Berman

561-866-5717

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Drug Crime, Misdemeanors, Probation Violation More >>

105 E. Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, FL 33432

Bradford M. Cohen

Bradford Cohen

954-523-7774

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Family Law, Immigration Law, Injury Law More >>

1132 SE 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Donny Marin

305-302-5621

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, Injury Law, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability

8726 Northwest 26th Street, Suite 8
Miami, FL 33172

George Michael Evans

305-447-8170

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Appeals / Appellate, Business Law, Criminal Law, Divorce, Employment Law More >>

1500 Ponce de Leon Blvd. 2nd Floor
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Mr. Timothy England Moffitt

239-298-6538

Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence

2340 Stanford Ct.
Naples, FL 34112

Harris Gilbert

786-371-4431

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, General Civil, Injury Law More >>

1 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33132

Jonathan Jay Kirschner

772-489-8501

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Family Law, Injury Law

200 South Indian River Drive, Suite 200
Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Mark A Douglas

305-643-1234

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Bankruptcy / Debt, Criminal Law, Immigration Law

701 SW 27th Ave, Suite 1200
Miami, FL 33135

Emily Patricia Graham

The Law Offices of Emily Patricia Graham

561-789-2220

Animal / Dog Law, Bankruptcy / Debt, Business Law, Civil Rights, Collections More >>

8440 S Dixie HWY #1005
Miami, FL 33134

Angel Rafael Diaz

Kirshner & Groff

305-661-3633

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Insurance Bad Faith, Legal Malpractice

5901 SW 74th Street, Suite 404
Miami, FL 33143

David W. Olson

David Olson

561-833-8866

Car Accidents, Civil Rights, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Injury Law More >>

250 Australian Avenue South, Suite 1400
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

T. Charles Shafer Esquire

800-929-9105

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Dependency/Parent's Rights, Family Law

1115 Delaware Ave.
Fort Pierce, FL 34950

James D. Sallah Esq.

Sallah & Cox

561-989-9080

Arbitration / Mediation, Broker Fraud, Business Law, Criminal Law, Securities Law

2101 NW Corporate Boulevard, Suite 218
Boca Raton, FL 33431

Robert E. Abreu

305-350-2700

Criminal Law

1001 Brickell Bay Dr, Suite 2206
Miami, FL 33131

Charles M. Baron

305-933-9292

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Animal / Dog Law, Appeals / Appellate, Car Accidents, Civil Rights, Condominium Law More >>

18321 W Dixie Hwy, Suite 205
North Miami Beach, FL 33160

Gary Kollin

954-723-9999

Appeals / Appellate, Car Accidents, Civil Rights, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI More >>

7301 NW 4th Street, Suite 103
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317

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Education: University of Miami School of Law - University of Miami

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1979 (30 years), U.S. Supreme Court - Admitted in 1982 (27 years), 11th Circuit - Admitted in 1985 (24 years), US District Court - Southern District of Florida - Admitted in 1985 (24 years), US District Court - Arizona - Admitted in 1990 (19 years), US District Court - Middle District of Florida - Admitted in 1990 (19 years)

Attorney and Lawyer Gary Kollin is a sole practitioner concentrating in criminal defense and civil rights litigation. He has represented clients in the state and federal courts charged with crimes that range from petit theft to first degree murder and include federal charges of drug trafficking and continuing criminal enterprises. Gary Kollin represents clients in the state and federal appeal courts and argued the case of Smith v. United States, 508 U.S. 223 (1993), before the Supreme Court of the United States. Gary Kollin was counsel in a 220 person class action suit, Jones v. Sheriff, 9 Fla. L. Weekly Fed. D109 (S.D. Fla. 1995), against the local Sheriff where the federal judge entered summary judgment proscribing the practice of post-acquittal detention and ordered damages in an amount in excess of one million dollars. Gary Kollin is Board Certified by the Florida Bar as an Expert in Criminal Trial Law and in Criminal Appellate Law and a Nationally Certified Expert in Criminal Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. There are only a handful of lawyers in Florida who possess these three certifications and he is the sole triple certified lawyer in south Florida. He is Martindale-Hubbell AV rated and selected as a Leading Florida Attorney in the area of Felonies and Misdemeanor Defense Law by the American Research Corporation. He has also been designated as a Super Lawyer in the areas of criminal defense, criminal appellate and civil rights law by Super Lawyers magazine.

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Robert W. Stickney

954-767-8908

Appeals / Appellate, Business Law, Collections, Consumer Law, Criminal Law More >>

One Fincancial Plaza Suite 2510, 100 SE 3rd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394

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Education: University of Florida

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1991 (18 years), United States District Court, Middle District of Florida - Admitted in 1992 (17 years), 11th Circuit - Admitted in 1994 (15 years), Ohio - Admitted in 2000 (9 years), United States District Court, Southern District of Florida - Admitted in 2000 (9 years)

Robert Stickney's career is one devoted to serving justice and country. He has held key positions on both sides of the court room as a State Attorney and Assistant United States Attorney and as criminal defense attorney handling serious crimes in both state and federal court. In addition to his impressive record as an effective litigator, both in and out of court, Mr. Stickney also has a distinguished career in the United States Navy as a naval officer where he has risen to his current command level rank of Captain.

Mr. Stickney is a South Florida native. He graduated from the University of Michigan acquiring a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science. He also completed the Naval Reserve Office Training Commission program and left Michigan as a commissioned officer in the Navy. After five years on active duty Mr. Stickney commenced law school at the University of Florida.

Upon graduation he worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the juvenile, misdemeanor and felony sections of the State Attorney's Office in Fort Meyers, Florida. Mr. Stickney handled all aspects of pre-trial motions, trial preparations, plea negotiations, and litigation for docket averaging 100 cases per quarter. He prosecuted in excess of 50 bench trials and 35 jury trials to verdict. Mr. Stickney completed four appeals to Circuit Court. He was also responsible for extradition of fugitives.

Mr. Stickney then transitioned to federal prosecution as an Assistant United States Attorney in Tampa, FL. As a federal prosecutor in the Criminal Division he was responsible for all aspects of investigating and prosecuting violations of the United States Code. He conducted federal grand jury investigations working closely with local, state, and federal agencies including the FBI, DEA, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Customs, Fla. Dept. of Law Enforcement, and local Sheriff's Offices. Mr. Stickney prosecuted international counterfeiting conspiracies, international and interstate narcotics trafficking, credit card fraud, bankruptcy fraud, mail fraud, bank robbery, illegal alien smuggling, and corruption cases.

As an AUSA, Mr. Stickney successfully completed 28 jury trials and five U.S. Circuit Court appeals. His most notable cases involved threats against the President's life; wire and mail fraud charges based on a lawyer's scheme to sell Presidential Pardons to federal prisoners; international counterfeiting conspiracies; international narcotics trafficking; armed bank robberies, violations of the U.S. Trade Embargo on Cuba, and illegal alien smuggling.

Due to his competent legal advisement and effective leadership, Mr. Stickney has been recalled to active military duty in support of Operation Enduring Freedom as part of the global war on terrorism -twice. During these periods his service included critical billets such as the Deputy Chief of International Law for United States Forces, Japan. He advised the Commander, US Forces, Japan on current military operations, international issues, rules of engagement, personnel issues, maritime law, the Mutual Cooperation Treaty and Status of Forces Agreement between the United States and Japan.

In private practice Mr. Stickney's primary focus is on federal and state criminal defense litigation with secondary emphasis on general civil litigation with cases throughout the United States. He maintains on office in downtown Fort Lauderdale in the Regions Bank building steps from both the Fort Lauderdale Florida Southern District Federal Courthouse and Broward County's 17th Judicial Circuit. He is centrally located between Miami and West Palm Beach as to best serve his clients with cases in either federal or state jurisdictions of either county.

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