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Robert G. Amsel

Robert G. Amsel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 43 years

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

2250 Southwest Third Avenue, Fourth Floor, Miami, FL

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Representing individuals and entities in criminal investigations and prosecutions in state and federal courts, locally, statewide, nationally and internationally. Also representing entities and individuals in civil and criminal forfeiture cases.

45 years | 2,500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 43 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1982

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Robbins, Tunkey, Ross, Amsel, Raben & Waxman, LLP

2250 Southwest Third Avenue, Fourth Floor, Miami, FL, 33129

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Robert G. Amsel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Anthony | December 04, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Experienced, Trustworthy, Trial Lawer

I had an extensive criminal history and in the year 1994 landed a Federal Indictment. I fled the country for 5 years and was finally caught it Japan. I was looking at a minimum of 20 years because of my prior charges. In addition to the pending federal charges I also had two state drug trafficking ch...arges. Bob Amsel was recommended to me by a close family friend who said he went to law school with him and graduated at the top of his class and was awesome at trial. I met with Bob at the Federal Detention Center in Miami and was very impressed with his knowledge and confidence. He explained to me that it was very important to convince the Feds to allow us to plead guilty to the Federal Charges First then go to the State Court and plead guilty to those charges and have the sentences run concurrent. He explained to me if we plead the state first then the Feds, I would be looking at a possible life sentence. The charges against me were solid and there was no escaping prison and no chance of winning a trial. The evidence was overwhelming . Bob was able to convince the Feds to allow me to plead guilty to the Federal Charges first . I got 10 years. Then plead guilty to the State charges. (I got 7 years running concurrent with the Feds) Of the 10 years, I did 7 years total. BoB assured me that when I was in prison he would be my attorney until my release and any motions that needed to be filed would be coverer under the original payment. The bottom line is Bob did and awesome job, always answered my phone calls from prison for 7 years, and tried everything he could to get me out early. Because of Bob, I did 7 years and not 70. I now have a family a very successful business and am making more money now than I did when I was selling drugs and committing all kinds of crime. If you are looking for an awesome Attorney that will fight for you all the way to the end, Bob Amsel is the man. Truthfully yours A Real Ex-Convict

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Robert G. Amsel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Prosper Shaked

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Very experienced and knows how to get his client into the best position possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Steinberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is an outstanding defense attorney and a truly compassionate person. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Philip Reizenstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bob is the best of the best. Honest, knowledgeable, cares about his clients and gets them amazing results."

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Nikolaus Baikow

Unknown lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frederick Robbins

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Nascimento

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alan Ross

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Joseph McIntyre

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. It is a privilege to know attorney Bob Amsel. We were classmates at the University of Miami School of Law. Bob Amsel is one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Florida. I have worked with him on several cases over the years and each case had a favorable outcome. He is a partner in on of the premier criminal defense firms in Florida. I highly recommend Robert Amsel."

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Frank Rubino

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Silver

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob is an excellent attorney, both personally and professionally, as well as an excellent professor."

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Raul Arencibia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob is SUPER Criminal Defense lawyer. You will not ever regret hiring him. He will fight for you and make sure you are protected. Update: Can I further comment on your achievements? #! Kudos to you Bob!"

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Jonathan Blecher

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob Amsel and I have known each other for over 30 years. He is an exceptional attorney who demonstrates his knowledge of the law, advocacy skills and concern for his clients on a daily basis."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top Lawyers, South Florida Legal Guide

2015

Miami Area "The Top 100", Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

"Best of the Best", Florida Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyers List, Wall Street Journal/Miami Herald

2014

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2013

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

1990

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

N/A

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Presidents Commendation Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

N/A

One of South Florida's Top Lawyers, Miami Metro Magazine

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Partner/Trial Lawyer, Robbins, Tunkey, Ross, Amsel, Raben & Waxman P.A.

Associations

1990 - Present

Florida Bar

Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer

1982 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1982 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1982 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Miami Division

Member

1982 - Present

Florida Bar

Attorney

Academy of the Florida Trial Lawyers, Criminal Law section

Past President

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Miami Division

Board Member

1983 - 1985

Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Criminal Division

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v JB

Not guilty

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Education

1982

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

University of Miami School of Law Litigation Skills Department

How to Get Someone Out of Jail

2015

Florida Chapter of Certified Fraud Examiners and Institute of Internal Auditors annual conference.

Why a suspect should never, ever talk to the police

2014

YLS Conferrence

Expert Witness Testimony

2014

UM School of Law Litigation Skills Seminar

Bond Hearings

2013

34th Annual Immigration Law Update Seminar

Employer Compliance & Sanctions: What Advice Should You Give Your Client?

2011

Florida Coastal School of Law Seminar

Padilla v Kentucky: A New Paradigm for Vacating Criminal Convictions

2010

Catholic Charities Legal Seminar

What Every Criminal Lawyer Should Know about Immigration Consequences of Convictions

Publications

2004

Florida Bar Journal Avoiding Deportation by Vacating State Court Convictions

Languages

Spanish

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