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William Riley Barzee
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Biography
William R. Barzee is the managing partner of the federal criminal defense firm of Barzee Flores. Mr. Barzee is a criminal defense attorney with extensive practice in both state and federal courts. Mr. Barzee has tried over 100 trials to verdict.
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
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Location
Barzee Flores
40 NW 3rd Street, Penthouse-1, Miami, FL, 33128
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William Riley Barzee's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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He was hired for a federal case. He is not a fighter. That is what he was paid to do.
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2015
Outstanding lawyer!
Bill is just above and beyond all other attorneys I've seen. I have hired attorneys in the past, at least four, and only one of them comes even close to the service and overall results Bill got me. I am a business professional who was charged with a felony (it was BS, I didn't even do it lol). Bill d...
Posted by Diego | May 21, 2014
Excellent Lawyer! 4 Felonies Dismissed!
I can proudly say that Mr. Barzee is a one of a kind attorney, as soon as I met him I knew I had found my lawyer. He has all the patience in the world, very tactical, knowledgeable and most importantly trust worthy. Facing 4 felonies back in 2010, after a very difficult case, him and his firm were ab...
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2009
Great Attorney!!
Mr. Barzee is a great attorney. He handled my case and I was very pleased with the outcome. He is professional, knowledgeable and cares about his clients. I highly reccomend Mr. Barzee.
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2009
Smart, attentive and good listener
William Barzee counciled me on a contract dispute I had two years ago. He helped me decide how to proceed to get remedy for what I considered a broken contract. His solutions were creative and insightful and showed me he listened to my needs and concerns in providing advice.
William Riley Barzee's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bill is highly respected in the criminal defense community for his passionate representation of clients. I've had the pleasure of getting to know Bill both inside and outside of the courtroom and I endorse him without hesitation."
"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Bill is a well respected by the bench and bar. I have litigated against him as well as on matters where our clients are codefendants. I highly recommend him."
"William Barzee is an aggressive and fearless advocate! I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bill Barzee is a great guy and one of the up and coming stars in our courtrooms. He is a real fighter and finds a way to get the best results for his clients, even in tough cases."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bill Barzee is an awesome attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bill Barzee has a well-earned reputation for providing his clients with an aggressive, creative and -- most importantly -- effective defense."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Top Lawyers in South Florida, South Florida Legal Guide
2010
Top Law Frims in South Florida, South Florida Legal Guide
2009
Top Lawyer in Criminal Defense, South Florida Legal Guide
1996
Best Advocate, Association of Trial Lawyers of America
1989
Iron Arrow "Highest Honor Achieved", University of Miami
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Barzee Flores
2007 - 2009
Owner, Law Offices of William R. Barzee, P.A.
2003 - 2007
Trial Attorney, Federal Public Defender
1998 - 2003
Trial Attorney, Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office
1994 - 1998
Investigator, State of Florida, Miami-Dade County Public Defender
1993 - 1994
Research Assistant, University of Miami
Associations
2008 - Present
Criminal Justice ActPanel Member
2008 - Present
Middle District of FloridaAdmitted
2007 - Present
Florida Indigent Defense AssociationFounding Member
2007 - Present
Southern District of Florida BarAdmitted Attorney
1998 - Present
Dade County Bar AssociationOfficer
1998 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1998 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Florida BarMember
1997 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Miami chapter)Board of Directors
1995 - Present
University of Miami Law ReviewMember
Sample of Legal Cases
United States of America v. Defendant
Education
2000
Macon College
1994
University of Miami School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1991
Florida International University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1984
Coral Gables High School
Speaking Engagements
2007
Florida Bar- Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense
N/A
University of Miami Law Review Symposium
Legal Rights of Children
Publications
2009
Justice Building Blog
Comments
2008
Southern District of Florida Blog
Comments
1994
Univeristy of Miami Law Review
Board Member
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
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