Rafael Joseph Echemendia

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Rafael Joseph Echemendia
Personal attention for people in crisis. I you are in crisis, we can help!
5.0 star rating
Excellent lawyer
- Barbie, a Child Custody client

Overview

Avvo Rating

Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 4

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Practice Areas

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  • 40% Car / Auto Accident
    13 years
  • 20% Divorce / Separation
  • 20% Criminal Defense
    15 years
  • 10% Family
    13 years
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%), Free Consultation (30 minutes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 863-965-1111
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  • Echemendia Law Firm
    201 Main Street
    Auburndale, FL 33823
    Office: 863-965-1111
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  • Echemendia Law Firm
    5473 US 98 South
    Lakeland, FL 33812
    Office: 863-965-1111
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

Photos (2)

Videos (0)

University of Florida Graduation with son and Grandparents.
The Wedding 1989 (20+ years)
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References

Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Excellent lawyer”

Posted by: Barbie, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: Excellent attorney... Rafael Echemendia was an excellent choice. He was very professional as well as his staff. I hired Mr. Echemendia to help fight... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


Andrea Nichole DeMichael

I endorse this lawyer. In previous years, I worked as opposing counsel on many criminal matters with Rafael. He was always been a fearless, yet... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Andrea DeMichael , Lakeland (FL), 17 days ago
Jalal Shehadeh

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Echemendia is an experienced lawyer who achieves positive results for his clients. I was opposing counsel to Mr.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jalal Shehadeh , Fort Lauderdale (FL), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

15 years since Rafael Joseph Echemendia was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1998 04/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Echemendia Law Firm 2010–present
Founding Partner at Allen & Echemendia, P.A. 2000–2010

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Ohio State University Moritz College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1997
University of Florida Communication Sciences and DIsorders BA - Bachelor of Arts 1994

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Presidential Recognition University of Florida

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Polk County Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Polk County Bar Association
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 4
Answers: 13 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
4 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Legal issues for homeless Annual Fund Raiser 2012

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