I having been practicing Criminal Law my entire 35 years as an Attorney. I started in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. in 1980 and practiced there until 1998. In 1998, My wife and I moved to Lake County, Fl. and I have been in Lake since then. I only handle Lake County cases and that helps to give a real local and "Home Field" advantage in the defending of my clients. I know everyone in the Lake County Courts and am always available for my clients. It is always an honor and pleasure to represent my clients who have put their faith and financial resources in my ability as an attorney and as an individual. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Andrew Colando Jr.
Practice areas
Criminal and DUI Defense in Lake County, Florida. Over 35 years experience.
42 years
42 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1979 | 05/16/2022 |
Legal answers | 8 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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10 Best Attorneys in Florida in Client Satisfaction | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2006 |
Dean's List | University of Miami School of Law | 1979 |
Dean's List | University of Miami School of Law | 1978 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Criminal Defense Attorney | Andrew C. Colando Jr. Attorney at Law | 1984 - Present |
Assistant Public Defender | Public Defender's Office | 1983 - 1984 |
Assistant State Attorney | State Attorney Office | 1980 - 1983 |
Law student intern | Morgan, Melhuish, et al | 1977 - 1979 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Life Member | 2005 - Present |
Lake County Bar Association | Member | 1998 - Present |
Criminal Section of the Florida Bar | Member | 1984 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 1979 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Lake Legal News | How do Lawyers Unwind? | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Florida | Criminal Trial Institute | 1983 |
University of Miami School of Law | Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor | 1979 |
Tulane University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1976 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Umatilla Middle School | A career as an Attorney | 2013 |
Criminal Trial Institute | Closing Argument | 1983 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. B.R | case dismissed |
State v. A..R | Reduced to reckless Driving |
State v. M.R. | reduced to burglary 3 |
State v. B.T. | Evidence suppressed, case dismissed |
State v. D.B. | not guilty |
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Zachary McCormick, Unknown Attorney on May 3, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andy is a great colleague to work with. He is knowledgeable and friendly and one could hardly ask for more.
Timothy Keough, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 23, 2016
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Andy is a very effective defense attorney.
Zachary McCormick, Unknown Attorney on May 3, 2017
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Andy is a great colleague to work with. He is knowledgeable and friendly and one could hardly ask for more.
Timothy Keough, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 23, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andy is a very effective defense attorney.
Francis Remsen, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 27, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Andy is a great attorney, always well prepared, very knowledgeable and does a great job for his client. He is well respected in the community and a credit to lawyers.
Thomas Holden, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Paul Darby, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Andy is a good guy.
Stephen Birr, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I enthusiastically endorse Andy whom I have known and observed in and out of the courtroom many years. He has a pleasing demeanor which is well received by the judiciary. His experience and legal knowledge promote favorable outcomes for his clients who are in good hands when represented by Andy.
James Feuerstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Colando is a well respected member of the defense community and provides his clients with excellent service.
Charles Fantl, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andy Colando is a highly competent and aggressive lawyer who is deeply concerned with the rights of his clients.
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