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More than twenty-four years of handling a myriad of legal issues in both transactional issues and Trial experience in Family Law, Criminal Law, and Civil Litigation.
All facets of Litigation and Trial Experience in the Family Division, Criminal Division, Circuit Civil Division, Juvenile Division, Support Matters, and Probate Division, in Miami- Dade County in and for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida. Extensive Court Appearances and Hearings in Federal Court in the Southern, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida. Trial and Evidentiary proceedings including but not limited to the following Florida Counties for Circuit Court proceedings: Miami-Dade County, Broward County, Palm Beach County, Martin County, Monroe County, Collier County, Polk County, Hendry County, Marion County, Sumter County, Port St. Lucie County, Orange County, Pinellas County,Duval County, Pasco County and Lee County.
Certified by the Supreme Court of Florida as a Family Mediator.
Extensive Alternative Dispute Resolution Training and experience
In civil and family law disputes.
Admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Also admitted to and Member of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Since 2000.
Also admitted to and Member of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Since 2002.
Member of the following Florida Bar Sections:
Criminal Law
Family Law
General Practice Solo and Small Firm
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Numerous appearances on Television and radio in both English and Spanish mediums to discuss cases of significance or to provide legal opinions.
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Let him do his job and you'll be fine. A good attorney.
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
He was thorough and calming.. His staff was exceptional... I trusted him and he helped me in my case
Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Hernandez was always very responsive and on top of my case. He knows the material well and was very good pursuing matters as discussed. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Martha | November 18, 2013
Mr. Hernandez along with his associate Amanda Patallo have made this very sad and hard process tolerable. They take time with you and explain things clearly, always speaking the truth, even if it is tough to hear. You feel that they will take care of your best interest at all times. This is not ab...
Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2013
Hernan has been very helpful in giving me up-to-date information regarding my case and has given his expert opinion on how to proceed. He has made sure that I am taken care of and that the process is done as swiftly as possible.
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Hernandez and find him to be a very professional and efficient attorney that looks out for his client's best interest in a respectful and positive manner."
"I endorse Hernan. He is the consummate professional, always prepared and extremely effective in his advocacy on behalf of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hernandez is competent, ethical and professional. He is a formidable foe and a lawyer's lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hernandez is an exceptional attorney who works diligently to advance and protect his client's interests. He is an excellent negotiator and strong litigator. Mr. Hernandez's solid knowledge of practice, procedure, and family law is both admirable and commendable. I highly recommend Mr. Hernandez."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hernandez is a well respected, generous contributor on Avvo. I would recommend him to anyone needing an experienced advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have litigated cases against Hernan and have always found Hernan to be an excellent advocate for his client. I have also served as a mediator in cases with Hernan and have been very impressed with his professionalism and passion for his client's rights. Hernan is an excellent Family attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hernandez has years of experience successfully resolving family law issues. He is a bright lawyer!! I recommend him for his knowledge and professionalism."
"I fully endorse Hernan. I had the opportunity to work with Hernan on a federal drug trafficking case. Because of his hard work and persistence Mr. Hernandez had the respect of the judge and the prosecutor. We this he was able to accomplish an incredible result for his client. Don't take a chance with your future, call and speak to Hernan. You will not be disappointed."
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2016
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
2016 10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
2015 10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2009
Recognition for Community Service, Senior Hispanic Coalition, USA
1999 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Hernan Hernandez, P.A.
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, Inc.Member
2005 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2001 - Present
Florida Bar, Criminal Law SectionMember
2000 - Present
Cuban American Bar AssociationMember
Member
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Hernan earned significant contribution points in 2013.
My husbands attorney is asking for my financial records and credit report and a deposition can they do that.
22 Feb 2014
I was sentence to 6 months in federal prison
19 Dec 2013
Living conditions for two minor children.
19 Dec 2013