Hugo Luis Apellaniz III

Hugo Luis Apellaniz III

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dania, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

PO Box 245, Dania, FL

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Apellaniz Law, P.A.

PO Box 245, Dania, FL, 33026

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Hugo Luis Apellaniz III's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by J'leese | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney

So Far so Good, we're in good hands

I just like to say THANK YOU HUGO . Such a honest and understanding lawyer, so far so good just waiting on our outcome and I'll review and spread the word everytime of how great you are. Always on call never too busy to address any questions or concerns. Even those questions I may ask over and over .... Thank You Hugo ❤ -Jelisa

Posted by Raquel de Francisco | February 25, 2015

Mr. Apellaniz or the excellence

Be sure, Mr. Apellániz is a terrific professional, committed, loyal, honest, aware of every detail, orderly, conscientious, methodical while next in treatment, empathetic. His dedication is a model of profesionalism and from the first day his objetive is to win and he win. Enthusiastic and passionate... about his career knows his stenghts and applies them to perfection. Of course, I recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Truly BLESSED~Will Refer Every Time!

Mr. Apellaniz has the highest respect for our military Veterans, that being said, Hugo went "Above & Beyond The Call Of Duty" when he stepped to the challenge of representing me, I was faced with a charge that would normally took my freedom, respect, & dignity. I did not have legal representation bef...ore the judge, in the midst of a crowd of public defenders at the time, Hugo approached the bench & took charge without a second thought. Before my court date I received counsel from 2 high end attorneys demanding $5,000 to retain each of them, but neither said anything regards to Veteran's Court. Now a little over 18 months since meeting Mr. Apellaniz, my case has been DISMISSED!!!! No Jail..No Probation...Now moving on to seal my records per Hugo's advice, after the fact that my case being dismissed, Hugo still is concerned over-all my best interests. Hugo is a person that is dedicated to committing to the best professional service beyond the capabilities of his limits! Charles B.

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Hugo Luis Apellaniz III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennito Simon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Talented and hardworking!!!"

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Mark Mastrarrigo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hugo is a well-prepared and zealous professional advocate for his clients."

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Chad Mason

Unknown lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Hugo for a long time at the public defenders office, and I would highly endorse him. He is one of the most zealous advocates I know. He clearly cares very much about obtaining his client's desired result. He has ample trial experience, and really thrives on being in trial. Anyone who hires Hugo as their attorney is in very good hands!"

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David Salomon

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is hardworking and a brilliant legal mind. He is creative and experienced which shows in court."

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Eric Clayman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hugo is a solid attorney who is willing to fight for his client! His skill and experience only benefits his clients while he practices in a highly ethical manner."

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Lance Garrett

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A lot of lawyers say that they take a personal interest in their clients, but when one examines their work ethic and approach to their cases, one sees that it's all window dressing. This is not so with Hugo. I worked with him as a public defender, and I saw how much he cared for and how hard he worked for his clients. Watching him now in private practice, it's easy to see that he's retained his compassion and his drive. And now that he's got a few more years under his belt, he's even better than before. I highly endorse Hugo."

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Brian Greenwald

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In my experience, Hugo Apellaniz is caring, motivated, highly intelligent, and fights vigorously for his client's rights. I have seen Mr. Apellaniz fight for his clients in the courtroom on many occasions. He gets amazing results, and I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Felipe Jaramillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hugo is a great lawyer. His is very passionate and does care about what he does. He is a fighter and obtains great results. i endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Wayt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Some lawyers just defend their clients. But Hugo does more than that. He brings passion to his defense. He's very inventive with his defense work and he holds the State to their burden. It was a pleasure working with Hugo when he was in Tallahassee."

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Morris Bender

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Salomon

Litigation lawyer

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Eric Clayman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lance Garrett

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Greenwald

Criminal defense lawyer

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Felipe Jaramillo

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner, Apellaniz Law, P.A.

2011 - 2013

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender,17th Judicial Circuit (Ft. Lauderdale)

2009 - 2011

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, 2nd Judicial Circuit (Tallahassee)

2004 - 2006

Investigator, Office of the Public Defender, 2nd Judicial Circuit (Tallahassee)

Associations

2013 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

2012 - Present

Broward County Hispanic Bar Association

Director

Education

2009

Florida State University College of Law

2004

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

2004

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

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