Paul Domenic Petruzzi

Paul Domenic Petruzzi

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, Criminal Defense

40 NW 3rd St.,, Ste. 200, Miami, FL

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 60%

33 years | 500 cases

60%
Criminal Defense 40%

33 years | 1,000 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2007

Location

Law Offices of Paul D. Petruzzi P.A.

40 NW 3rd St.,, Ste. 200, Miami, FL, 33128

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Paul Domenic Petruzzi's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Federal Crime

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime

THE BEST DEFENSE LAWYER

Never would I have imagined that I would be on the search for a lawyer, but it happened. Paul Petruzzi is extremely knowledgeable and he demonstrated a high degree of compassion and understanding in helping me with my case. From the start he seemed extremely confident in his ability to get me the bes...t result possible. Something other lawyers weren’t to convincing on. As my Federal case continued all his promises were justified for. Through out my experience I witnessed the level of respect the Federal world has for Paul from the guards all the way up to the Judges. I recall several workers mentioning to me “wow Paul Petruzzi is your lawyer he is really good”. Let me also mention his team is AWESOME!!!! Christy, Betty, and Mauricio are always there to answer questions, even afterhours on their personal phones. They truly made me feel like a part of the family as if we knew each other our entire lives. Thank you team Petruzzi you where truly a blessing in a very dark situation.

Posted by James Baptist | June 03, 2013 | Federal Crime

Lawyers Can Be Trusted

Only God could have giving me such a lawyer ! Honest, confident, trustworthy and human. Paul's first interest is always his clients not his pocket. Only someone who has gone through the experience that I have been through can tell you how hard it is to be arrested for a Federal Crime and to come home... to your family from having no bond to being home with your love ones. Paul and his staff treat all clients with respect and priority. Never have I seen such professionalism and kindness from a lawyer. Paul understands his clients and works for them. Paul is respected not only form his clients but also his colleges and judges. Its a good feeling when you have a lawyer that you trust and also respect, that gets you results not promises ... You need a good lawyer hire the best hire Paul Petruzzi !

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Paul Domenic Petruzzi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Krystle-Marie Medina

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Petruzzi is truly an exceptional advocate and he has been an inspiration to me as a young lawyer. I worked with Mr. Petruzzi for quite some time and I can sincerely say that he is intelligent, hardworking and committed to his clients. I learned something new each day I worked with him. Mr. Petruzzi goes above and beyond what is normally expected of him. He is not afraid to explore novel and creative methods in seeking favorable resolutions for his clients. No challenge is too great for him. Mr. Petruzzi enjoys the practice of law which is reflected in the results he is able to obtain on behalf of his clients. I have and always will recommend Mr. Petruzzi to anyone seeking a criminal defense attorney."

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Simone Bertollini

Federal crime lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Paul on a complex Federal criminal matter as I needed to get admitted pro hac vice into the Southern District of Florida. Paul is extremely competent and experienced, and he is a pleasure to work with. I have already referred him other clients of mine to take care of local cases."

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Brian Tannebaum

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In 19 years of practice I've known a lot of lawyers. Paul is an exceptional lawyer and any potential client should not hesitate to retain him when faced with criminal prosecution. Any client represented by Paul is in outstanding hands."

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Richard Mercure

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Gaviria

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Petruzzi is a highly skilled advocate on behalf of his clients."

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Robert Malove

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Petruzzi is one of the brightest and most tenacious criminal defense attorneys I know. Paul has a knack of being able to zero in on and exploit the weaknesses of the government's case so that he can get his client's the best possible outcome. When an issue in a case involves unfairness, Paul makes sure that issue is well-known and uses that issue to his client's benefit. Paul has a great down-to-earth personality which puts opposing counsel at ease and helps him get the great results that he routinely gets for his clients. Paul is not just an attorney by profession. Defending people who need someone to stand up for them is part of Paul Petruzzi's nature. Paul Petruzzi is a winner! I wholeheartedly endorse him. Anyone who has Paul Petruzzi defending them has made an excellent hiring decision."

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Frank Rubino

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Paul is a fine lawyer who I have known for many years"

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Lawrence Hashish

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I fully endorse Paul Petruzzi. Paul is absolutely outstanding and obtains remarkable results for his clients through innovative and analytical approaches and unwavering commitment to his clients. He is always up for the challenge and is well respected by judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys. He puts his heart into every case he handles and sincerely cares about his clients."

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Gennaro Cariglio

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Beatriz Vazquez

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Brian Tannebaum

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Malove

Criminal defense lawyer

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George Blow

Litigation lawyer

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Frank Rubino

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lawrence Hashish

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Gennaro Cariglio

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Carol Solomon

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2007

updated on 06/29/2017

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2007

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyer's Association

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1990

Book Award -Legal Research and Writing, University of Miami School of Law

Work Experience

1995 - 1998

Associate, Black, Srebnick & Kornspan, P.A.

Associations

2000 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

1999 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Legal Committee

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Agilio Ramos, Case No. 11-Cr-00282-SDM (Middle District of Florida)

Not guilty as charged

United States v. Andrew Kinsey, Case No., 12-Cr-60027-Cohn (Southern District of Florida)

Not Guilty on all counts

United States v. Williams, et al.

acquittal

Fabio Ochoa v. United States

pending

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Education

1993

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Hamilton College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Periodic

Criminal Defense

Publications

1993

University of Miami Entertainment & Sports Law Review First Amendment

Languages

English

Spanish

Creole

French

Activity

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