As a first time offender, I had little to no knowledge of my situation, and after doing research on the internet, I quickly became overwhelmed. After meeting with Richard Hornsby, however, I felt much better. He was extremely knowledgeable, and had an answer to every question I had. He thoroughly exp...lained every step of my process, and not once did I feel he was doing anything short of what was promised. Richard Hornsby is knowledgeable, confident, experienced, and I would recommend his services to everyone.

When my son needed legal representation I feel very fortunate to have had Mr. Hornsby recommended to us. My son's case could have become a legal entanglement had not Mr. Hornsby demanded the State prove their case on more than a simple accusation. Mr. Hornsby’s courtroom demeanor and the respect sh...own him by all in the courtroom was reassuring at a very stressful time. I was pleasantly surprised that Mr. Hornsby would answer his phone himself when I would call his office. Mr. Hornsby always made himself available to answer all of our questions and advise us on all options available to bring the case to a favorable conclusion. I feel Mr. Hornsby's fee to represent my son was fair and I was pleased that it was all inclusive from start to finish. In my business life there is always litigation and this is my first experience where additional fees where not requested. I found Mr. Hornsby to be knowledgeable, professional, honest and personable. Mr. Hornsby will always be my first choice and recommendation to anyone seeking legal representation in the Orlando area. In closing, the outcome of my son’s case was that all charges were dropped by the State.

Something serious happens. You find yourself on the wrong side of the law. In the hours and days that follow, you will be taken to have your picture and finger prints taken and held in jail. On the other side of the law, in Jail, people you come in contact with "Have heard it all before". Your pictur...e will be on the Internet within hours. You will be alone and in a very scary place. The uncertainty of the future - all the worst-case scenarios will play out in your head. The humiliation. The grave charges brought against you will be hard to comprehend. It's hard to deal with; heavy. I was lucky enough to retain Richard Hornsby as soon as I was able. Richard met me on a Saturday. He was punctual to the minute. In his office, he listened to my explanation of the events. He reviewed my charges from the documents I presented him. He looked me up in the County Clerk system as he knows his way around the infrastructure of the judicial system. Richard sat there for a minute, quietly thinking as he found me in the system and checked various screens of information and looked up the specific statutes I was in violation of. Without an ounce of sugar-coating (I would have loved a "spoon full of sugar as the medicine went down" but that's not Richard's style) he spun around in his office chair and told me how serious the charges were against me. I received a razor-sharp-articulate explanation and a very professional assessment of what to expect and the series of events that would probably unfold. Richard was never mean, cruel or condescending. I never felt that I was about to be "raked over the coals". Richard never promised a thing, but his knowledge of the system and his expectations of a "reasonable and predictable" resolution to my charges were comforting. When I left Richard's office that Saturday, I slept better knowing that I was represented by him. Ultimately it's about sleep; in your own bed, instead of in Jail or Prison. As bad as charges might be against you, relax as much as you can, if Richard is representing you. Even now, as my issue is resolved to a high level of satisfaction, I realize that everything happened according to Richard's assessments from the first day I spoke with him. I hope to never see Richard again, but I know an Attorney who is competent, intelligent and razor sharp, who is out there defending people; now you know too.

# User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars by Thomas 01/06/2011 I got myself in trouble at age 71. Never had to hire a lawyer,after making several calls I found Mr. Hornsby, on the internet. I had been considering a Public Defender, but instead I found not only one of the best rated Attorneys but one ...of the most affordable as well.The first meeting went well,and I left with the feeling that a huge weight had been lifted and felt hope for the first time.He told me to go home and live my life. I followed his written instructions.He handled everything.He called me the day before my first court appearance and explained what agreement he had reached. It was far better than I had hoped. I am now able to get on with my life and highly recommend Mr. Hornsby, to anyone needing a first rate Criminal Defense Attorney. Thank you Mr. Hornsby,for getting me my life back and being able to go home to my wife of 49 yrs. ----Bless you

I would definitely recommend Mr. Hornsby to a friend or family member. He was very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining things to me and made sure everything worked out in my best interest. I thought he was very professional and can't think of anyone I would trust more with my legal matters. ...Mr.Hornsby was in constant contact and made my stressful situation a litttle easier with his representation.