Richard Earl Hornsby

Richard Earl Hornsby

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1217 East Robinson Street, Orlando, FL

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

26 years | 5,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Richard E. Hornsby, PA

1217 East Robinson Street, Orlando, FL, 32801

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Richard Earl Hornsby's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

319 Client Reviews

Showing 41 - 45 of 58 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Dawn | December 18, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Confident, Aggressive, Best Criminal Defense Attorney Mr Hornsby

About 5 months ago I needed a lawyer. I called Mr Hornsby and within 15 minutes he returned my call. I told him of my arrest and the criminal charge that was against me. Mr Hornsby asked me to meet with him at his office the next business day. Mr Hornsby was very straight forward and explained in det...ail possible penalties. He assure me that he will work to get the best possible outcome, I need not worry, just move on with my life. Never having to hire an attorney before, or been in trouble, and having someone telling you not to worry because he will work for you. He was right, within 4 months Mr Hornsby had the charges DISMISSED. Mr Hornsby is an aggressive, confident, knowledgeable and trustworthy attorney. He understand the stress these situation brings and will fight for you and get the best outcome. This man knows his job. He is the BEST in criminal defense. Anyone needing a criminal defense lawyer, look no further, Mr Richard Hornsby is the one. Thank you Mr Hornsby!!

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Remarkable, Straight Forward Attorney

Mr. Hornsby represented me for my case over the the past year. This was been the first time I had a run-in with law, so I had no idea what actions to take nor what to expect, especially being from another state. Mr. Hornsby was able to alleviate me of much stress and was always available to assist ...with any questions or doubts I may have had. He suggested multiple actions that I could take and offered his opinion on the best option. I chose to enter the Pre-Trial Diversion program for my DUI, and he handled all legal details without me having to be present. Upon completion of the program the case was dismissed. He was straight forward and always kept me updated on the current status of my case. I highly recommend Mr. Hornsby.

Posted by Kevin | September 10, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Very aggresssive defense attorney

I was arrested and taken to jail for two felony charges and a misdemeanor. I appeared before the judge the following day with one defense attorney that my wife hired that same day. But I was not released on bond from jail due to the two felony charges that were listed as "NO BOND". But within a fe...w days, my wife found Attorney Richard Hornsby (Dbl Board Certified) and arranged for a bond hearing 5 days later. Due to emergency health problems on the way to court from the jail, I could not be present at the bond hearing (though I was required to be there). Attorney Richard Hornsby spoke with the judge handling my case and directed my wife on the stand and with me NOT PRESENT had me bonded out later that same day even though my two felony charges were listed as "NO BOND"! Before I found out that I would be bonded out, the police officers in the jail told me that the bond hearing would have to be rescheduled another day due to my failure to appear in court (because of my health emergency). They had no idea what Attorney Richard Hornbsy could do. No one knows the law better than Attorney Richard Hornsby, and With my charges, I faced up to a "Life in Prison" sentence and more. Attorney Hornsby spoke with the prosecutor reviewing my case very soon after my bond release and one week later, ALL MY CHARGES WERE DISMISSED! If you want the very best in criminal defense, look no further than Richard Hornsby. He puts all his cases online for everyone to see. NO other attorney does that. He was recommended by the first attorney that my wife hired that could not get me bonded out that first day. As I was told, he is the defense attorney's 1st choice for a defense attorney if they needed one! He is the one that will go to court for you and legally "tear up" the prosecutor's witnesses. His approach is extremely aggressive! I believe the other attorney's words were, "Kevin, he is a "Bull Dog" in court". In fact, he was very aggressive concerning my case even before formal charges were ever brought against me! That is why I hired Attorney Richard Hornsby.

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Recommendation of Richard Hornsby

Mr. Hornsby’s knowledge and professionalism are exceptional. From the initial interview, he gave me comfort in knowing that he was well qualified to handle my case. He was able to reassure me in every aspect and actually got me a much better sentence than I expected. He handled every aspect of my ...case without me ever having to appear in Court and was readily available to answer all my e-mails in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a good criminal attorney.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Good for DUI

Hornsby was perfectly satisfactory in handling my first offense DUI case. He gave sound advice (including to enter Pretrial Diversion), took care of all legal details, was quickly available in-person or via email, and charges intermediate prices. I only met with him once, never had to go to court m...yself, and he even got rid of the speeding ticket involved!

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Richard Earl Hornsby's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shon Douctre

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Hornsby is a heavy weight. If myself or a family member was in trouble for any serious felony case, Richard would my top pick in Orlando. Richard Hornsby does not play! He is outstanding at law and as a person. First class."

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Michael Stanfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard is one of the finest lawyers I know and a ferocious litigator. Some people may misunderstand his bluntness, but he cuts to the core of issues without wasting clients time with sugar-coating."

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Alejandro Rivera

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paula Coffman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Richard Hornsby since he was a rising star in the Public Defender’s Office more than a decade ago. Richard is a gifted trial lawyer and fearless legal advocate on behalf of his clients. I enthusiastically endorse this criminal defense lawyer."

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Jayson Zortman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Through the years I've sent several referrals to Mr. Hornsby and I will continue to do so, this guy knows what he's doing. I endorse this lawyer."

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A. Fowinkle

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is a superb attorney. His knowledge of the law and prowess in the courtroom is widely known throughout central Florida. I highly recommend Richard Hornsby."

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Jeffrey Ivashuk

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jacob Stuart

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hornsby is an attorney who has that very rare"special sauce" that makes him one of best trial attorneys in Florida. He possesses a wide range of knowledge, along with a tenacious will, that when put together, allow him to get the optimal results for each of his clients. Our Firm highly endorses Mr. Hornsby."

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Elizabeth Bourdon

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hornsby aggressively defends every case he handles, and is a great advocate for his clients. Clients are well informed and expertly represented. Mr. Hornsby is also a very helpful resource for colleagues. My endorsement is not just that of a colleague, but also that of a former client."

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Hovanes Margarian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Grozinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If you are looking for a real trial lawyer, then Richard should be your choice. He is a relentless advocate for his clients, and doesn't shy away from taking cases to trial. Top notch."

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James Herman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Hornsby is very well known locally as a dedicated, talented, and passionate advocate."

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Karen Ibarrondo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gray Proctor

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Redfearn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This Hornsby fellow is a rare breed in our age of declining jury trials and plea-bargain, conveyor-belt justice. Good on his feet and good in his seat, Richard's motion practice is built on thorough research and creativity - I know because I've seen his pleadings. It is often enough to seriously wound the State's prosecution. But if one goes to trial, woe unto those who seek harm for his client. Richard's unrelenting trial preparation and ferocious advocacy speaks, I think, to his respect for the best traditions of our great profession. F.Lee Bailey once said a good criminal defense lawyer has to be a maverick and a renegade. That sure fits Hornsby. There are many fine lawyers in this town, but if there was a survey that polled Orlando criminal lawyers whom they would hire if a loved one was arrested for a serious crime (and it could not be themselves or their partners), I believe Richard would be on the short-list."

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Christopher Atcachunas

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Cronon

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hornsby is a damn good trial lawyer. He likes to say he is a better trial lawyer than me. He is not afraid to take a case to trial. He is gifted. I only beat a few times at trial when we were very young so I know he is solid. He also has sharp as a tack legal mind. He thinks highly of himself but I think it is well deserved. I think highly of him too. His theatrics in the courtroom do not go unnoticed (by me) and as such, he wins over a jury."

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Jeffrey Caffee

Violent crime lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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John Overchuck

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Michael Price

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Whitney Boan

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Paula Coffman

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Michael Stanfield

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A. Fowinkle

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Patrick Grozinger

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Shon Douctre

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Stuart Hyman

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John Overchuck

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George Via

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William Ponall

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Kelly Sims

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Gisela Laurent

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lyle Mazin

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Lawrence Hornsby

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Brett Hartley

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Rajan Joshi

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Thomas Feiter

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2021

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Legal Elite, Orlando Style Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Board Certification in Criminal Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2008

Board Certification in Criminal Trial Law, The Florida Bar

2007

Best of the Bar, Criminal Defense, The Orlando Business Journal

2000

Trial Practice Book Award, The University of Florida College of Law

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, Richard E. Hornsby, P.A.

2003 - 2004

Associate, Woolfolk & Jordan, P.A.

2000 - 2003

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender

Associations

2022 - Present

Florida Bar

Criminal Procedure Rules Committee

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

NORML Legal Committee

Lifetime Member

2004 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

2001 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

2001 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2008

Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

2006 - 2010

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, City of Orlando

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. R.S.

Not Guilty

State v. F.A.F

Not Guilty

State v. V.S.D.

Not Guilty

State v. V.L.T.

Not Guilty

State v. A.B.Z.

Not Guilty

State of Florida v. C.M.

Not Guilty

State of Florida v. Ezekiel G. Keys

Not Guilty on all Counts

State of Florida v. Renee Estrada

Not Guilty

State of Florida v. Chaddrick D. Greene

Not Guilty

State v. Lianzhi Zuo

Not Guilty on all counts.

State v. Sean D. Kelley

All counts dismissed by Judge.

State v. Brian C. DuPuy

Not Guilty

State v. Christian C. Mauro

Not Guilty

State v. Lenton J. Jones

Not Guilty: all Felonies; Guilty: all Misdemeanors

State v. Rodrick Payton

Not Guilty on all First Degree Felonies

State v. Sean D. Kelley

Dismissed by Judge

State v. William F. Flynn

Not Guilty

State of Florida v. Eugene G. Davis

Not Guilty on all Counts

State v. Chad B. Schneider

Not Guilty

State v. Ryan D. Maxey

Prosecutor dismissed case halfway through trial

State v. Mark D. Young

Not Guilty

State v. Emilio C. Rodriguez

Not Guilty of First Degree Misdemeanor

State v. Marquiz T. Crawley

All counts dismissed by Judge

State v. Karen D. Nelson

Not Guilty

State v. Peter J. Johnson

Not Guilty

State v. Alfonzo B. Lewis

Not Guilty

State v. Kelly E. Duncan

Not Guilty

State v. Erin K. Fitzpatrick

Hung Jury

State v. Edwin Jean-Baptiste, Jr.

Not guilty on all counts

State v. Vincent Noble

Prosecutor dismissed case halfway through trial

State v. Gerald Gorski

Not Guilty

State v. Christopher L. Herrmann

Not Guilty

State v. Horace H. Catinna

Not Guilty

State v. Luis O. Perez

Prosecutor dismissed case halfway through trial

State v. Richard L. Bentley

Not Guilty on all counts

State v. Marcus J. Fountain

Not Guilty

State v. Sharese T. Newsome

Not Guilty

State v. Ronald L. Roberts

Prosecutor dismissed case after Jury Selection

State v. John E. Buchy

Dismissed by Judge

State v. James Bennett

Not guilty

State v. Shandreka R. Simmons

Not Guilty

State v. Lanavorety Woodson

Not Guilty on Felony

State v. Anderson Jacob

Not Guilty of Felony; Guilty of Misdemeanor

State v. Wilfred Gregory

Not Guilty

State v. Fausto A. Baez

Not Guilty of Felony; Judge Dimissed Misdemeanor

State v. Lennon L. Pickett

Not Guilty on All Counts

State v. Dennis W. Servis

Guilty. However, Reversed on Appeal.

State v. Archie D. Helton

Not Guilty

State v. Ferdinand Gonzalez

Guilty of First Degree Misdemeanor

State v. John C. Saunders

Not Guilty

State v. Floyd L. Lane

Not Guilty

State v. Brian B. Steward

Not Guilty

State v. Angel J. Leon

Not Guilty

State v. Mariana L. Rivera

Not Guilty

State v. Ludie J. Smith

Not Guilty

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Education

2014

University of Florida College of Pharmacy

Master of Science in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

2003

University of Central Florida

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

2000

University of Florida, College of Law

Juris Doctor

1996

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Public Defender Training College

Jury Selection for Real Attorneys

2007

Public Defender Training College

Effective Closing Arguments

2006

Public Defender Training College

Search and Seizure in Florida

2004

Public Defender Training College

Basics in Criminal Pleadings

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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