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Jerry Jenkins
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Biography
Jerry is a former prosecutor and U.S. Army Military Police. He has the training and experience to know when your rights have been violated. He understands that bad things can happen to good people when they least expect it. That is the reason he founded The Law Office of Jerry Jenkins. He wants to make sure you are offered the opportunity to defend yourself against all allegations.
Offering Affordable legal services, lawyer, or attorney. Practice areas include appeals, 3.850, post convictions relief, DUI driving under the influence, Refusal to submit to test, Sealing or Expunging, Drug Crimes, Trafficking, Possessing, Mandatory Minimum Sentencing, Sell and Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Possession with Intent to Sell a Controlled Substance, Sex crimes, Rape, Sexual Battery, Lewd and Lascivious Battery, Molestation, Exposure of Sexual Organs, Traveling to Meet a Minor, Solicitation of a Minor, Prostitution, Possession of Child Pornography, Burglary, Trespass, Theft, Arson, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Firearm, Battery, Domestic, Assault, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Battery, Child Abuse, Child Neglect, Stalking, Kidnapping, False Imprisonment, Vehicular homicide, Manslaughter, Murder, Carjacking, home invasion robbery, Robbery with a firearm, white collar crime, fraud, dealing in stolen property, gambling, bribery, fraudulent insurance claims, RICO, Organized Car accident, identity theft, forgery, VOP, violation of probation, VOCC, violation of community control, juvenile delinquency.
Proudly serving your community! Criminal Defense Attorney. Former Prosecutor.
Orange County ( Orlando, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Apopka, Winter Park, Belle Isle, Maitland, Oakland, Edgewood, Eatonville, Windermere, Bay Lake, and Lake Buena Vista ); Lake County ( Astatula, Clermont, Eustis, Fruitland Park, Groveland, Howey in the Hills, Lady Lake, Leesburg, Mascotte, Minneola, Monteverde, Mount Dora, Tavares, and Umatilla ) Seminole, Osceola and all surrounding areas.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
18 years | 20,001 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 17 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Jerry Jenkins, P.A.
200 East Robinson St., Suite 1140, Orlando, FL, 32801
The Law Office of Jerry Jenkins, PA
17410 SR 50 E, Suite 220, Clermont, FL, 34711
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Jerry Jenkins's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
24 Client Reviews
Jerry Jenkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"As a former prosecutor Jerry understands how the system is designed to work against you. With this knowledge, his passion, and diligence Jerry obtains optimal results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jenkins is honest and works hard for his clients. I've called him when facing legal challenges in my cases just to get his insight. He has a solid understanding of the law and is diligent in defending his clients. Facing a problem, Mr. Jenkins is someone you can trust to get you a great result."
"Jerry and I both worked together as prosecutors in the sex crimes unit. Jerry is an excellent attorney, and well versed in the issues in the cases he handles. A person would be very lucky to have Jerry representing him or her on their criminal matter."
"I had a case with Jerry when he was a prosecutor. He was and still is very well respected by prosecutors and judges. Jerry uses his experience as a former prosecutor to zealously advocate for his clients."
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"As a former prosecutor in Orange County, I can tell you that among his peers, Mr. Jenkins commands a great deal of respect for his professional acumen, courtroom skills, and ferocious tenacity on behalf of his clients. I highly recommend him."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I had the privilege of becoming acquainted with Mr. Jenkins when I began my career at the State Attorney's Office in Orlando, Florida. As a trial partner and mentor, Mr. Jenkins was very knowledgeable and dedicated. He is a true professional. I confidently endorse this lawyer."
"For years, when we worked together at the State Attorney's Office, I had the honor of witnessing Mr. Jenkins' work ethic and dedication to his craft. He is highly respected around the legal community, by both attorneys and judges. Also, with his exceptional knowledge of criminal law, he can provide an accurate assessment of your case. If I had a family member who unfortunately ended up on the wrong side of the law, I would turn to Mr. Jenkins for guidance. I highly recommend his services to anyone who is in need of legal advice."
"I have had the pleasure of working closely with Mr. Jenkins at the State Attorney's Office in the Ninth Judicial Circuit. His commitment to his cases and knowledge of the law exemplify how every practicing attorney should govern themselves. I happily endorse Mr. Jenkins."
"Jerry is a great lawyer and even better person. This will serve you well if you hire him. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Mr. Jenkins as a fellow prosecutor and as an opposing attorney. Mr. Jenkins is smart, hard working, and well respected by all who know him."
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"I endorse Jerry Jenkins. Jerry is a fine litigator who stays atop of the changes in the law. We have collaborated on issues in the past, and I have found him knowledgeable and creative."
"Mr. Jenkins is an extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and competent criminal attorney. I have worked with him on both sides of the criminal system and have a high opinion of him on both."
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Experience
Honors
2018
2018 Best of Orlando, Orlando Award Program
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Nominated Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Nominated Top 100 Best Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Nominated Rising Star, Orlando Style Magazine
2015
Nominated Top 100 DUI Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers
2008
Cum Laude, Florida A&M University
2002
Community Service Award, University of Central Florida
1999
US Army, Army Achievement Medal
1997
Good Conduct Medal, US Army
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner / Attorney, The Law Office of Jerry Jenkins, PA
2008 - 2013
State Prosecutor, State Of Florida
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, State Attorney''S Office
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Public Defender's Office
2003 - 2005
Juvenile Probation/Detention, State of Florida
1997 - 2000
Military Police, United States Army Active Duty
Associations
2015 - Present
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
Florida BarMember
2015 - 2016
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - 2015
Federalist Society (Orlando Lawyers chapter)Member
2013 - 2014
Hispanic Bar Association of Central FloridaMember
2013 - 2015
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
Lake Minneola Athletic Boosters ClubFormer President
2010 - 2012
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
Osceola Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Violent Crime Defense
Withhold of adjudication and 4 years probation
Criminal Traffic
Dismissed
Criminal Drug Defense
Two Counts Dismissed, Withhold of Adjudicaiton and Probation.
Criminal Defense Lake County
Reduced to Civil fine
Violation of Probation
Credit Time Served and Probation teminated.
Violation of Probation
120 Days Jail when facing 5 years
Lake County Criminal Defense
120 days jail served concurrent with VOP.
Criminal Traffic Defense
Case Dismissed
Osceola Criminal Defense
Amended to Disorderly Conduct and Fine. No Probation, No Jail.
Education
2008
Florida A&M University, College Of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Central Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Second Chance Day
Seal or Expunge Criminal Record
N/A
Office Conference
Criminal Consultation
Publications
2013
AVVO Legal Guides
What to do if under investigation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do I need to do if I was hurt in and auto minor auto acident ,and the at fault driver don't have bodily injury insuranceP
29 Sep 2021
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Car accident- Someone hit a the car i was borrowing/the driver was cited at fault. / I have insurance, the car didn't.
27 Sep 2021
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Was hit by another driver, no injury. Do I need a lawyer?
23 Sep 2021