Leonard Alan Sands

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Leonard Alan Sands

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 54 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Law Offices At Brickell Bay - Suite A-1, 2333 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Leonard

Biography

Professional, Sophisticated, Quality Criminal Defense Representation.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Since 1979, Leonard and his partner have been in private practice in Miami, Florida, limiting their focus to all kinds of criminal cases both in the federal and state courts in Florida and elsewhere. Leonard has developed a reputation for exceptional skill in white collar, fraud, tax, RICO and complex criminal cases at both the trial and appellate levels.

53 years | 5,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2020 2018
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+ 3
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 47 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1978

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 54 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1972

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Sands & Moskowitz, P.A.

Law Offices At Brickell Bay - Suite A-1, 2333 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL, 33129-2497

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Leonard Alan Sands's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Criminal/Civil Lawyer in Florida

Dr. Leonard Sands is the best criminal/civil lawyer you can hire. His long experience, knowledge and professionalism guarantee TOP results. He is very well known in this area and everybody knows him. It doesn't matter if your case is big or small, Dr. Leonard will do everything on his hands to have a...n excellent outcome. Very ethical, responsible and friendly. He treated me like his son. I recommend Dr. Leonard if you want to win your case, don't waste your time looking for other lawyers. Period.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best of the Very Best...!

It's my pleasure to recommend Mr. Sands as a criminal defense Lawyer. I've known Mr. Sands for close to two decades and can attest to his strength of character and compassion for others. Mr. Sands is an actively honest Attorney and contributing member of the community. He would make always an outst...anding representation if hired and embody his mission to provide legal services to others. Very knowledgeable, excellent communications skills and the very up most legal pleadings, motions, etc, etc. Always very accessible and easy to reach. His ability to handle and deal with opposing counsel and Judges is outstanding and very professional. Mr. Sands is of good character and excellent reputation. In my particular case, his representation was impeccable and with amazing results compare to what I could have faced. In my case the State was asking 60 years in prison which was totally unfair and I only got a withhold of adjudication with 1.5 years probation. There is no doubt that is you find yourselves in a situation where you need a criminal lawyer you would be dealing with the best in town or in the Nation. His vast expertise and long career speaks for itself. Thank you Leonard....!!!!

Posted by Cedric W. Johnson (CW Johnson LLC) | January 09, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Leonard Sands' Outstanding Legal Work On Complex And Lengthy Criminal Case

I very recently had the absolute pleasure of working with Attorney Leonard Sands as the engaged defense investigator on an alleged complex criminal financial fraud case that had been unresolved and active for almost 11 years. It was my first case working with Attorney Sands, yet it seemed I had known... and worked with him forever. His professionalism, intelligence, patients and experience was evident from inception. We worked as a cohesive team. Gathered evidence was used by Attorney Sands, who orchestrated a beautiful legal defense that forced the prosecution to drop all charges, which were very serious alleged felony offenses, against our client, who was elated! Attorney Leonard Sands is an outstanding lawyer that I look forward to working with again.

Posted by Silvia | October 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

There Is Hope At The End of the Tunnel...

I got introduced to Leonard by another lawyer and to tell you the truth, I was dealing with a federal court case that puts an enormous weight on my back: I'm still slouching from it. So my first meeting, Leonard immediately put me at ease with an introduction and he was listening & asking pointed qu...estions and by the time the meeting was over I felt Leonard knew more about the case than me. During the process, he prepared, advised, and in the end nailed it to the point where looking back the solution was so simple: Leonard was a natural for this case. Leonard has made a life time customer out of me. The ONLY problem with Leonard now is that he has put the bar so high, that I don't think anyone can fill his shoes. I recommend Leonard blindly, however the review doesn't allow me to put 10 stars.

Posted by Dan | June 15, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Honor and Integrity

If you are seeking professional representation in a legal matter that may result in someone being criminally prosecuted, then Leonard Sands, Esq. is the "go to" guy. Not only will you be well represented but also advised on every possible option and opportunity to bring your matter to a successful c...onclusion. You can't do better!!

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Franchesca Caminero

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the opportunity of a lifetime last year, I worked with Leonard Sands on a major federal white-collar criminal case. Mr. Sands is a wealth of knowledge not only in law, but in every aspect of life. It was a pleasure working with him and I look forward to working with him again!"

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Michael Levin

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Leonard on highly complex RICO and Federal fraud cases over the years. He is always prepared, professional, patient and demonstrates a superb working knowledge of the relevant laws. I have benefitted from his keen intellect and intuition on numerous occassions. I would surely recommend Leonard Sands without hesitation for any major criminal matter that arises. I have worked some highly complex RICO and fraud cases with Leonard and have always benefitted from his passionate thoughts, impeccable preparation, keen intellect, and his knowledge of the law. Always a professional and always patient and polite. I would highly recommend him for anyone facing charges or a government probe."

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Meena Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Friend

"We worked together on a case. He is a thorough intelligent person who leaves no stones unturned. He is also a wonderful human being. I am so very grateful to know him."

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Glenn Kritzer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with and consulted with Leonard Sands on a variety of criminal matters for more than 25 years. He is experienced, knowledgeable and well-prepared. He always provides his clients with excellent representation. If a family member of mine needed the services of a criminal defense attorney, I would not hesitate to refer him to Leonard."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Leonard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Evan Oshan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sands is a street smart attorney with years of experience, licensed in both NY and Fl he is a great choice if you are in trouble!"

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Vredevelt

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Leonard Sands recently on two criminal defense cases. I cannot say enough about his professionalism and legal expertise. As a young attorney I feel truly privileged to have gained the experience of witnessing Leonard prepare clients and advocate for them with absolute zeal and precision in court. Leonard's hard work and preparation of his cases ensures perfection. I can only hope to reach his level of legal expertise."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

'Top Lawyer n Criminal Law', South Florida Legal Guide

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Top Lawyer in Criminal Law, South Florida Legal Guide

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

'Top Lawyer in Criminal Law', South Florida Legal Guide

2010

'Top Lawyer in Criminal Law', South Florida Legal Guide

2009

'Top Lawyer in Criminal Law', South Florida Legal Guide

2008

'Top Lawyer' in Criminal Law, South Florida Legal Guide

2007

'Top Lawyer' in Criminal Law, South Florida Legal Guide

2006

'Top Lawyer' in Criminal Law, South Florida Legal Guide

1985

AV Rated (over 25 years), Martindale-Hubbell

1971

Attorney General's Honors Program, United States Department of Justice

1971

Prize for Student w/ Highest Grade in Criminal Law, Brooklyn Law School

1967

Junior of the Year Leadership Award, Brooklyn College

N/A

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

Work Experience

1979 - Present

Shareholder, Sands & Moskowitz, P.A.

1971 - 1979

Trial Attorney-Criminal Division, United States Department of Justice

Associations

1988 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Statewide

Director

2001 - 2002

Florida Association of Criminal Lawyers - Miami Chapter

President

2000 - 2001

Dade County Bar Association

Chair, Criminal Courts Committee

Education

1971

Brooklyn Law School

Juris Doctor

1968

Brooklyn College

B.S.

Languages

Spanish

English

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