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Ernest L. Chang
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Biography
I am a Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer.
Let my 27 years of experience defending criminal cases work for you. If you have been arrested, then you need to speak with a lawyer about the facts and circumstances of your case. Every case is different and an experienced trial lawyer can spot issues and explore probable defenses in your case.
Over the past 27 years, I have personally handled over 10,000 criminal cases and I have tried well over 240 jury trials to Verdict.
Although I handle ALL types of criminal cases, I have a lifelong passion for firearms and the outdoors. I am a Life member of the NRA and the North American Hunting Club and I am a Zealous advocate for 2nd Amendment rights. This benefits clients especially in handling firearms cases as I have a far greater knowledge and understanding of firearms and the applicable laws because of my personal interests.
It costs you nothing to simply discuss your case with me.
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Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer. We handle ALL State and Federal Criminal cases.
Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer. All types of Criminal cases defended.
DUI arrest? Let a Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer handle your defense.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
36 years
DUI and DWI
20%
36 years
Expungement
5%
36 years
Federal Crime
5%
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2013
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 35 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 19 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Ernest L. Chang, P.A.
(321) 320-8376
Mobile
6767 N Wickham Rd., Ste 400, Melbourne, FL, 329402025
brevardlawfirm.comLaw Firm of Ernest L. Chang, P.A.
(321) 320-8376
Mobile
9100 S Dadeland Blvd., Suite 1500, Miami, FL, 33156
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Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2015 | DUI & DWI
Hire a defender not a plead bargainer!
I was facing a 3rd degree DUI felony. Ernie got it reduced to 1st degree DUI misdemeanor. I interviewed 5 lawyers in Brevard county. Ernie was the only one that talked to me about taking my case to trial. He worked an aggressive offense on the strength of my case not the weaknesses. He didn't take t...
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Performance evaluation
I found Ernest Chang to be an excellent lawyer. His responsiveness to my calls and many questions was excellent. Ernie was referred to me by several well respected professions and non-professionals. When I told people who my attorney was those familiar with attorneys within the DUI arena were all ver...
Posted by Tim | November 23, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Represented me on a criminal matter
Ernie represented me in a felony domestic violence case. Not only did he get it knocked down to a misdemeanor, I ended up pleading to the lowest possible one they had. No probation, no jail, and a $200 fine. Ernie was instrumental in getting the State's Attorney to see things his way.
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"I endorse Ernie. He's one of my go-to guys in Brevard County for all criminal defense matters. His peers universally regard him as a top-caliber criminal defense attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ernie has a long history of providing quality representation for his clients. He gets great results with a personal touch. Ernie also goes out of his way to participate in our community."
"Ernie's command of the issues, coupled with his commanding presence, make for an attorney you can count on in the courtroom."
"I have worked with him for nearly 5 years. He is ethical, hard-working and passionate about protecting the constitutional rights of citizens."
"I know Mr. Chang both in and out of the court room. He is a man of high ethical standards; he is hard working and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to criminal matters involving both local and federal cases. I trust him as an individual and an attorney and he has my highest degree of endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1990
Trial Advocacy Award, Nova Law School
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Owner, Ernest L. Chang, P.A.
1993 - 1995
Associate Attorney, Reinman, Harrell, Graham, Mitchell & Wattwood, P.A.
1990 - 1993
Assistant Publilc Defender, 18th Circuit- Public Defender's Office
1989 - 1989
Certified Legal Intern, Dade County State Attorney's Office (Miami, FL)
Associations
2015 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors- State of Florida
2005 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLIFE Member
1993 - Present
Brevard County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2015
Brevard Chapter- Florida Association Criminal Defense LawyersChapter representative
2005 - 2009
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2005 - 2009
Berks County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1990
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Public Defender CLE Series
Challenging Ballistic Evidence under Daubert
2014
FACDL Daubert Training Seminar
Challenging Ballistic Evidence
2014
2014 Advanced Fireams Seminar
Federal Firearms Law
2013
Legal Commentary on the George Zimmerman case
State v. George Zimmerman
2013
Firearms- Lock, Stock and Barrel
Firearms- Lock, Stock and Barrel
2011
Rotary Club Monthly Guest
Insights into the Casey Anthony Case
2011
Guest Analyst and Commentary on Casey Anthony Trial
Casey Anthony
Languages
English
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