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Francisco Eduardo Serrano II
also known as Frank Serrano
About Francisco
Biography
Mr. Serrano is a born and raised resident of the Orlando area. After graduating from Orlando's Edgewater High School, Mr. Serrrano went on to graduate cum laude from the University of Florida while majoring in Political Science and minoring in Family, Youth and Community Sciences.
During Mr. Serrano's undergraduate studies, he worked at a well respected criminal defense firm in the Gainesville area, Dethomasis and Buchanan. Under the guidance of the attorneys at Dethomasis and Buchanan, he learned the importance of hard work and treating all clients as individuals.
Mr. Serrano continued his pursuit of a legal career by graduating from the University of Florida's Levin College of Law. During his legal studies, Mr. Serrano was recognized by the Florida Supreme Court as a Certified Legal Intern (CLI) for the 8th Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office in Gainesville, FL. This distinction allowed him to represent indigent criminal defendants under the direction of the attorneys at the Public Defender's Office. Mr. Serrano's hard work and dedication to the clients awarded him the ability to be lead counsel on two criminal trials as a CLI in the PD office.
Prior to founding SerranoLaw, Mr. Serrano worked as an Assistant Public Defender in both Orange and Osceola counties for the 9th Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office. Mr. Serrano represented thousands of clients in juvenile, county and felony cases. He was lead or co-counsel on more than 30 jury trials as well as many non-jury bench trials. Mr. Serrano also handled more than a thousand cases in a Felony Violation of Probation division while working at the Public Defender's Office.
Mr. Serrano founded SerranoLaw with the desire to provide individualized aggressive and experienced representation to those who have been accused of a crime or the victim of negligence.
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Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
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Location
Trujillo Vargas Gonzalez Hevia LLP
6965 Piazza Grande Ave., Suite 417, Orlando, FL, 32835
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Posted by Adam | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great attorney
I got caught driving on a suspended lisence for the second time along with some unpaid tickets and was facing jail time. I hired mr. Serrano and he got it dropped to just a civil charge and a ticket. He's a great attorney I definitely recommend him...
Francisco Serrano
Replied last April 15, 2016Thank you Adam. Your comments are appreciated.
Posted by Feras | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Frank handling my case
Frank was awesome. He was able to get my case dismissed. He handled my case with such professionalism, he made me feel relaxed and confident that it would be handled with my best interest in mind.
Francisco Serrano
Replied last April 15, 2016Thank you Feras. You deserved to have your case dismissed and I'm happy to say it was.
Posted by Richard | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Satisfied client
I retained Mr Serrano on behalf of a friend to deal with a complicated legal issue. He analyzed the problem, presented various options and kept me up to date during the entire process. He developed and negotiated a solution to which all parties were amenable. When the need arises again, I will not he...
Francisco Serrano
Replied last April 15, 2016Thank you Richard. I appreciate it and it was a pleasure working with you.
Francisco Eduardo Serrano II's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Serrano is intelligent in his approach of criminal matters, zealously advocates for his clients, and will give you an honest assessment of a criminal matter. He's highly experienced in matters involving clients with extensive history and is well-versed in the area of mitigation. He's also an experienced trial attorney. I'd recommend Mr. Serrano for any legal matter."
"I have known Mr. Serrano for several years, and I know him to be an attorney who truly cares about his clients, and won't back down, regardless of who is trying to pressure him. He has a wide range of experience, from juvenile court to misdemeanors and felonies in adult court, and he spends the time his cases need to get the best result for his clients. For all of these reasons, I endorse Mr. Serrano."
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"Mr. Serrano is a lawyer with expertise in many areas of the law. His curiosity of new areas of law allows him to apply new skills to areas he already seemingly mastered."
"I've worked with Mr. Serrano over the years and he is a dedicated and very intelligent attorney. He handles every matter with care and diligence and fights for his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Serrano."
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"Frank is a strong litigator, and very dedicated to his cases and clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Serrano is fierce advocate for his clients and I would highly recommend him to others."
"Frank is a knowledgeable and works aggressively to ensure his client's the best outcome possible. He is passionate about the representation of his clients and a highly skilled and effective criminal defense attorney."
"I had the pleasure of working against Mr. Serrano while he was an assistant public defender. He is professional, diligent, and an excellent attorney. I endorse him."
"I've known Frank for several years. He's a great communicator, and isn't afraid to confront the state attorneys or go to trial. I've witnessed Frank masterfully work out excellent resolutions on his client's VOPs."
"Mr. Serrano is a hard working, dedicated and smart attorney who cares about his clients. He has a solid background of experience to help you evaluate and achieve the solid results in your case."
"We worked together for several years. He knows the law well and has a great deal of experience, including having worked in multiple different criminal areas, including juvenile, VOPs, County, and Circuit Courts. Good Lawyer all around. I endorse!"
"I've worked with Mr. Serrano on multiple litigation cases, including personal injury and criminal defense matters. He is thorough, knowledgeable, and professional. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Pro Bono Certificate, University of Florida Levin College of Law
2007
Cum Laude, University of Florida
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, SerranoLaw PLLC
2011 - 2015
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender's Office, Orlando Florida
Associations
2015 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Hispanic Bar Association of Central FloridaBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. A.R
Criminal charges dropped
Education
2011
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2007
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Kappa Delta UCF Risk Management Program
Risk Management Program
2014
Barry Law Criminal Litigation Course
Guest Lecturer Criminal Litigation
Publications
2015
SerranoLaw PLLC Blog
Calvin Cook Found Not Guilty: A Speedy Victory for the Speedy Seminole
2015
AVVO Legal Guides
Avoid the Trap - Ten Steps to Successfully Completing Probation
2010
Florida Journal of International Law
Student research editor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get an attorney to withdraw my warrant without me having to go to jail or appear in court?
20 Jan 2016
Q&A
If a judge falls asleep during a criminal trial is that grounds for a mistrial? Is a police report admissible? Can he appeal?
08 Oct 2015
Q&A
Whats the difference between a county probation and state probation?
09 Oct 2015