James Robert Gailey

James Robert Gailey

also known as James R. Gailey

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 45 years

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

100 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 2110, Miami, FL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Representation of individuals and corporations who have been charged with crimes or who are under investigation for violation of law. Additional specialty in drug defense and white collar crimes include mortgage fraud and medicare fraud.

40 years

50%
Appeals 25%

Representation before state and federal appeals courts.

45 years

25%
Litigation 25%

Handling of complex civil litigation including civil rights, corporate litigation, fraud and personal injury litigation.

45 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 45 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1980

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James Robert Gailey

100 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 2110, Miami, FL, 33132

James R. Gailey & Associates, P.A.

1210 Washington Avenue, Suite 245, Miami Beach, FL, 33139

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James Robert Gailey's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | White Collar Crime

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2011 | White Collar Crime

The best lawyer ever

I was being investigated for a white collar crime. James Gailey immediately took control of the case and because of his efforts, my case was declined by the prosecutor. He worked tirelessly on my behalf and though he was not inexpensive, it was worth every cent for the representation that I got. I... would recommend him to anyone who has been charged or is being investigated. He is simply the best!

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James Robert Gailey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tara Faenza

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Without hesitation, I endorse Jim Gailey. He is an incredible attorney who has spent his time teaching other attorneys how to develop. Mr. Gaily was my Trial Team coach and spent countless hours, coaching, teaching, and guiding. His knowledge, experience, skill, natural ability, and expertise are remarkable."

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Leonard Sands

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer. I first met Jim as a judge of his Law School Mock Trial competition. He & his trial partner were without doubt the best pair of student advocates I have ever judged. In later years, we worked together, shared space together, and, become professional colleagues and friends. I can give no higher recommendation than to say, Jim would be among a handful of lawyers I would unhesitatingly recommend to a friend or family member. Leonard Sands"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Martin Raskin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Gailey is an excellent lawyer with a wealth of experience in and out of court. I recommend him without reservation."

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Hugo Rodriguez

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, without reservation."

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Ben Rubinowitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jim Gailey for more than 25 years. I have taught Trial Techniques with Jim at the National Institute For Trial Advocacy. During that time I have watched Jim teach younger, less experienced lawyers and can state unequivocally that Jim is an extremely talented advocate who is always willing to give his time and energy to help others. Personally, I have learned a great deal from him. Jim is, in a word, superb. I wholeheartedly recommend Jim to anyone who is in need of a superior lawyer. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Raskin

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Ben Rubinowitz

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Robert E. Keeton Award for Outstanding Service, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

1985

Special Achievement Award, United States Department of Justice

1980

Outstanding Advocate Award, International Society of Trial Advocates

1980

Who's Among Students American Universities & Colleges, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Partner, James R. Gailey & Associates, P.A.

1999 - 2008

,, Holland & Knight, LLP

1994 - 1999

Managing Partner, James R. Gailey & Associates, P.A.

1990 - 1994

Federal Public Defender, Federal Public Defender for the Southern District of Florida

1987 - 1990

Of Counsel, Akerman Senterfitt & Eidson

1986 - 1987

Of Consel, Sams & Ward, P.A.

1982 - 1986

Assistant United States Attorney, United States Attorney for Southern District of Florida

1980 - 1982

Associate, Floyd Pearson Stewart Richman Greer and Weil

Associations

2011 - Present

Iron Arrow

1990 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1986 - Present

National Institute for Trial Advocacy

Faculty

Sample of Legal Cases

United States of America v. Boin

Entered a plea of guilty to failure to stop vessell and defendant was sentence to "time served" and released.

Guthartz v. Park Centre West et. al

Affirmance of verdict

Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics v. Jacobi

Conviction affirmed.

Edd Helms Electric v. Tri-City Electric

Tri-City Electric found not guilty of civil theft

Ortega-Rodriguez v. United States of America

Won reversal from United States Supreme Court

United States of America v. John Lomelo

Conviction on all counts

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Education

1980

University of Miami School of Law

1976

University of Miami

Bachelors of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2018

BiH War Crimes Prosecutor Conference

Trial Skills

2017

Trial Skills for War Crimes

Trrial Skills for War Crimes Prosecutors and Lawyers

2015

Serbian Prosecutors Trial Skills

Trrial Skills War Crimes Prosecutors

2011

Trial Skills - Chisinau, Republic of Moldova

Trial Advocacy

2011

Trial Competition Workshop

Trial Advocacy

2011

Trial Advocacy Training - Mexicali, Mexico

Trial Advocacy

2011

Northeast Regional NITA Program

Trial Advocacy

2011

NITA Pacific Regional Trial Program

Trial Advocacy

2010

Trial Competition Workshop

Trial Advocacy

2010

Trial Advocacy Teacher Training - Mexicali, Mexico

Trial Advocacy

2010

Trial Advocacy Skills-Mexicali, Mexico

Trial Advocacy

2010

Trial Advocacy Skills-Mexicali, Mexico

Trial Advocacy

2010

Trial Advocacy Program

Trial Advocacy

2010

Northeast Regional NITA Conference

Trial Advocacy

2009

Trial Advocacy Skills - Sarajevo, BiH

Trial Advocacy

2009

Trial Advocacy Program

Trial Advocacy

2009

Northeast Regional NITA Conference

Trial Advocacy

2009

NITA Northeast Deposition Program

Depositions

2009

Intensive Advocacy Program

Trial Advocacy

2008

Trial Advocacy Skills - Sarajevo, BiH

Trial Advocacy

2008

NITA Teacher Training-Cambridge, MA

Advocacy Teacher Training

2008

NITA Northeast Deposition Program

Depositions

2008

Intensive Advocacy Program

Trial Advocacy

2007

Northeast Regional NITA Program

Trial Advocacy

Languages

English

Romanian

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