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Richard Allen Canina
also known as Richard A. Canina
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Biography
Attorney Richard A. Canina has dedicated his career to helping those accused of crimes in Brevard County, FL. 100% of his practice is devoted to criminal defense. Richard works alongside his father, Attorney Richard G. Canina, to protect and defend the rights of those accused of serious crimes. Born and raised in Brevard County, Richard grew up observing his father fight for the rights and freedoms of those entangled in the criminal justice system. From day one, he always knew that he wanted to help people the same way.
After graduating from Holy Trinity Academy in Melbourne, FL, he attended Florida State University, where he graduated with honors, obtaining an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Minoring in Criminal Justice and Criminology. At Florida State, he was a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. After college, Richard attended Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, FL. While at Stetson, Richard geared his course selections toward criminal defense work and criminal trial advocacy. He successfully completed internships at the Public Defender’s Office for the Sixth Judicial Circuit as well as with a local criminal defense firm.
Upon graduating and passing the Bar Exam, Richard went to work as an Assistant Public Defender for Kathleen Smith, Public Defender (20th Judicial Circuit) in Fort Myers, FL. Richard handled thousands of misdemeanor cases including DUI and domestic violence charges. His performance quickly earned him a promotion to the Felony division where he successfully defended against serious charges involving VIolent crimes, sex crimes, robbery, burglary, assault, felony drug charges, theft, large-scale fraud crimes, and white collar crimes. He was able to obtain hundreds of favorable resolutions and many "not-guilty" verdicts for his clients.
After gaining valuable courtroom and trial experience, Richard decided to return to Brevard County to start a family and work alongside Richard Sr. at his firm, where he has worked ever since. Together, they are a true "Defense Team" who work hand-in-hand with their clients to provide highly-personalized legal services and experienced defense for their clients.
Richard''s passion is to UNCONDITIONALLY HELP those accused of crimes. His experience has given him invaluable insights into the workings of the State Attorney’s Office, as well as into many police agencies and other state departments. Richard routinely utilizes resources such as private investigators, doctors, psychologists, and various experts to aid in obtaining the best possible outcomes in his cases. He is passionate about criminal law and guarantees top-notch personal service to all of his clients and their needs. Richard is committed to giving his clients the best defense possible.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
14 years | 2,500 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
14 years | 250 cases
Domestic Violence
10%
14 years | 250 cases
Sex Crime
10%
14 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
The Canina Law Firm
1901 S. Harbor City Blvd Suite 804, Melbourne, FL, 32901
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Richard Allen Canina's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Saved my career and livelihood
Mr. Canina expertly helped get a DUI charge reduced to reckless driving with reasonable terms. That in itself saved my career. Given I drive frequently between counties for my job, I was not only guided by him to get a business purposes license right after the arrest, but he also arranged with the c...
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Gets the Best Possible Results!!!
This guy works miracles! I was coming home from a bar after a pretty wild night and was stopped by the Palm Bay PD. Cop saw a bunch of beers in my car and said I failed all the sobriety test. I was arrested for DUI. I thought it was hopeless after a few lawyers told me I’d probably get convicted and ...
Posted by Ray | May 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Winner!
Should of hired him from the get go; i.e. my original case. Richard was upfront, honest, and didn't sugar coat anything. Had a quick resolution to this situation which, and he his fee was very reasonable.
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Choose this firm!
I was charged with domestic battery, first degree misdemeanor. I was referred to this attorney/firm by a personal friend. Rick and his father met with me the same day I was released from jail. They took a thorough history and got to work. I ultimately obtained case dismissal. I don't think it co...
Posted by Kyle | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Not sure? Hire this guy!
I got a bad deal. 9.5 years prison, 15 years drug offender probation out of Brevard county. Once released, i changed my life. Married, two kids,career, home owner. Never arrested, no violations. At the halfway point of my supervision, i hired a local attorney here in ft Lauderdale to file a...
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Experience
Honors
2017
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Clients Choice, Avvo
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Certificate of Merit, Stetson University College of Law Public Defender Clinic
2007
Deans List, Florida State University
2007
Graduated Cum Laude, Florida State University
N/A
Member, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
N/A
Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney at Law, Richard G. Canina, PA
2010 - 2012
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit
2009 - 2010
Legal Intern, The Florida Defense Group
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Office Of The Public Defender, 6th Judicial Circuit
2008 - 2008
Legal Intern, Richard G. Canina P.A.
Associations
2012 - Present
Brevard County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Florida BarAttorney Member
2003 - Present
Phi Gamma Delta FraternityMember
2010 - 2012
Lee County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2007
National Society of Collegiate ScholarsMember
2003 - 2007
Phi Eta Sigma Honor SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. R.S.
Client found Not Guilty after Jury Trial
State v. M.B.
Client found Not Guilty after Jury Trial on Aggravated assault and Guilty on the lesser charge of misdemeanor assault. The client was sentenced to time served.
State v. J.R.
The client was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to undergo the Lee County Mental Health Court program. Adjudication was withheld on all counts (except the DUI), keeping the client from being a convicted felon.
State v. L.L.
A motion to suppress evidence was filed attacking the legality of the initial detention of the defendant's bicycle The motion was granted, all evidence was suppressed and the State was forced to dismiss all charges.
State v. S.D.
Judgment of Acquittal was granted at trial and the client was later found guilty of a lesser Misdemeanor Battery. Client was sentenced to probation.
State v. G.P.
Client found Not Guilty after Jury Trial
State v. B.V.
The State agreed to dismiss one of the DUI charges outright and reduce the other DUI charge to a Reckless Driving. The client was placed on probation and avoided jail time.
State v. J.M.
Client found Not Guilty after Jury Trial
State v. E.M.
Client found Not Guilty after Jury Trial
Education
2011
Public Defender College
Trial Advocacy
2010
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Stetson University College of Law
Public Defender Clinic
2007
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Career Day
On Becoming a Lawyer
2013
Career Day
On Becoming a Lawyer
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my probation officer send me to jail right away for a failed drug test!
02 Dec 2012
Q&A
Is $10,000 a reasonable fee for only the negotiation part of an Armed Robbery with a deadly weapon charge?
30 Nov 2012