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Biography
Lindsey C. Gergely is the newest member of the Umansky Law Firm. Lindsey came to the firm after serving as an Assistant State Attorney in the Orange County State Attorney's Office.
During her time at the State Attorney's Office, Lindsey practiced extensively in both the County and Circuit Courts of Orange County. As a former prosecutor, Lindsey had many criminal jury trials involving crimes such as Possession of controlled substances, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Battery, Battery on a law enforcement officer, Resisting with violence, Resisting without violence, Disorderly conduct, Criminal mischief, Driving while license suspended, No valid driver's license, Driving under the influence, Prostitution, Refusal to obey a law enforcement officer, Animal cruelty, and Motor vehicle title fraud.
While at the State Attorney's Office, Lindsey earned the title, Champion of Justice, from her supervisors for her work as a prosecutor. At the time she left, she worked her way up to the Domestic Violence Specialty Unit. She handled only cases that involved Domestic relations including but not limited to Domestic violence battery, Violations of Domestic violence injunctions, Stalking, Assault, Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and Violations of domestic violence pre-trial release conditions.
While most of Lindsey's training comes from her time in the courtroom, she has extensive criminal law training. She has attended and successfully completed the Driving under the Influence trial advocacy school, the Advance Driving under the Influence seminar, and a seminar on Domestic Violence prosecution.
Lindsey graduated with her undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas with a bachelor's degree in Marketing Management and a minor in Political Science. While at the University of Arkansas, Lindsey was on the Chancellor's List for her academic achievement and a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority.
Lindsey obtained her law degree from the Florida State University College of Law. While at Florida State University, Lindsey was an active member of the Women's Law Symposium and the Student Bar Association. Lindsey was also the winner of the Jessup International Moot Court Intramural competition.
Outside of the Umansky Law Firm, Lindsey is currently involved in her community. She is a member of the Florida Bar Association, the Arkansas Bar Association, the Orange County, and the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In her spare time, Lindsey enjoys meeting with her running group and training for various races with them. She recently completed the Disney Full Marathon and has her sights set on many other races in the future.
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
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20 years | 1,000 cases
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Licensed in Arkansas for 18 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 11 years
State: California
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 19 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Lindsey Catherine Gergely
1945 E Michigan St, Orlando, FL, 32806
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Posted by rick | March 04, 2013 | Criminal Defense
With liberty and justice for all.
I am not very talented with my own words so if I may quote the King of Sweden in the 1912 Olympics. " You, sir are the greatest athlete in the world" After Jim Thorpe gold medal decathion win. Ms Gergely you are the greatest criminal defense attorney in my world. Your hard work, knowledge, and unyie...
Posted by Anne | August 10, 2012 | DUI & DWI
Lindsey made my nightmare manageable
Everyone makes mistakes and every now and then, you have to answer for them. I made a very poor judgment call one night and drove home (or attempted to as it turns out) shortly after having a few drinks with friends of mine. I had never been in any kind of trouble with law enforcement in my life and ...
Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2012 | Domestic Violence
Highly Satisfied Customer
Lindsey Gergely saved our family! We were vacationing in Florida when our family needed a lawyer immediately to defend our son in a domestic violence case that was blown way out of proportion. Being from out of state, we did not know who to contact. We found Lindsey's ad in the Florida yellow page...
Lindsey Catherine Gergely's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She cares about her clients and works very hard for them"
"I previously worked side by side with Ms. Gergley and we have tried cases together. Juries really connect with her! She has now found her niche in defending good people who are accused of crimes. I endorse her!"
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"I absolutely endorse this lawyer! Ms. Gergely is considered a top trial attorney amongst her peers and very well respected in the legal community. She continuously goes above and beyond for all of her clients and gets amazing results. Her trial skills set her aside from many lawyers as she is a true warrior in the courtroom. Her determination, commanding presence in the courtroom, and fearless spirit make her an amazing lawyer. I highly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent criminal defense attorney. Very caring and compassionate toward her clients. Well versed in criminal defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lindsay Gergely is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. She is passionate about her cases & works zealously to defend her clients. Attorney Gergely is also highly intelligent & investigates all possible defenses for her clients. I would recommend Attorney Gergely for any criminal case."
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Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30
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"I endorse Lindsey. She is an outstanding trial lawyer and a true warrior for justice."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Lindsey truly cares about her clients and fights for their rights."
"Had to go up against Lindsey when she was a prosecutor, and she really knows her stuff. Now she is a highly qualified defense attorney. I highly recommend Lindsey. She is a hard worker and easy to get along with."
"Lindsey is an outstanding attorney, and she always obtains the best results for her clients. I strongly endorse Lindsey as an attorney!"
"Having worked with Lindsey at the State Attorney's Office and as a colleague in the legal community, I absolutely endorse Lindsey as an excellent attorney in Central Florida."
"Ms. Gergely is a well respected lawyer that always is on top of her cases. Her experience and effort representing her clients is second to none."
"Lindsey is a very thorough and caring attorney. Her reputation in the legal community is excellent and she certainly lives up to it."
"Lindsey Gergely is an excellent attorney who strives for the best result for her clients. She goes above and beyond and I highly recommend this attorney."
"Lindsey is truly one of the most dedicated and hardworking lawyers I have met. She is an asset to the legal community and a credit to our profession."
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Experience
Honors
2011
2011Pro Bono Work, 2011 Florida Supreme Court Legal Aid Pin
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Champion of Justice, Orange County State Attorney's Office, Ninth Judicial Circuit
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Hospitality Law, Valencia College
2009 - Present
Associate, Umansky Law Firm
2006 - 2009
Assistant State Attorney, Orange County State Attorney's Office, Ninth Judicial Circuit
Associations
2011 - Present
Junior League of Greater OrlandoMember
2010 - Present
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. John Doe
Case dropped
Education
2006
Florida State University
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
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16 Jan 2011
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14 Jan 2011