Adam David Harmelin

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Adam David Harmelin

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

110 SE 6th Street, Suite 1700, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About Adam

Biography

Affordable and aggressive Criminal and DUI defense. For a free consultation, call today

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

35%
DUI and DWI 30%

30%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Sex Crime 10%

10%
Violent Crime 10%

10%
Federal Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Adam D. Harmelin, Esquire

110 SE 6th Street, Suite 1700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

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Adam David Harmelin's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jasmine | November 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Adam is the best lawyer in town

Adam is the best lawyer in town He is very caring answers his phone no matter what time it is and works hard on his cases for the best outcome I’ve been dealing with Adam since I’ve been 14 years old till I was about 22 Years old I am 30 years old now on every case Adam had my case is either dismisse...d or withheld adjudication And his mother is wonderful as well Thank you Adam for all you have done for me I highly recommend Adam as an attorney.

Posted by Linda JeanBaptiste | September 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer

The best lawyer that one could hire very professional and very informative. Keep you up on what's happening overall I would recommend him to anyone who needed a defense lawyer

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Excellent attorney

Mr. Harmelin did an amazing job for me. I was charged with DUI and thought there was no way I would get off. Mr. Harmelin found a way. He was always just a phone call away as he gave me his cell number, but most importantly, he does great work.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2018 | Criminal Defense

A Defense Attorney,I think not!

I hired Mr. Harmelin after reviewing credentials from the 100 flyers we all receive in the mail. I thought that having worked as a defense attorney for the prosecutors office he seemed liked the most viable option. In my case he withheld a crucial deposition taken from a P.O. which would have deterre...d me from taking his advice, He neglected to take statements from person/s to negate the entire situation based upon what had been reported to police given by the supposed witness. The number of inconsistencies were innumerable and when I presented them to him he became very defensive. He was negligible in so many ways, gave me the wrong advice and just said lead no contest without ever providing me with all he had attained.He stated to lead as he said and it would all just be over. Trust me that to date I am still suffering the repercussions from his advice. All in all my poor decision to hire him cost me an estimated 27k as well as deterred me from securing housing. His amount of work was virtually nonexistent that I'm still in awe. The depositions taken were (2). The first was from the supposed witness to my infraction who clearly changed his story in all that he stated. Mr. Harmelin never once during the deposition ever addressed any inconsistency whatsoever with this witness who clearly lied. I questioned Mr. Harmelin and asked that he have his partner redepose that witness to which he refused with an attitude. Someone within my neighborhood had even called him negating part of what the witness reported to police yet no statement or deposition was taken from that person. Remember this,if you receive flyers as I ,it's usually from the bottom feeders as good attorneys are so busy just working from referrals. This doesn't mean that a good attorney doesn't prospect via mailers. He gladly took my money. I cannot see how this man can put his head down on the pillow at night and sleep well knowing that he didn't do his job properly let alone at all. He claimed to have gone through the motions stating that he put so much time into my case that I wouldn't have believed it. Another thing to remember is that when an attorney such as he says it's your call as to what you wish to do, be sure and put the ball back in their court. That is why you hired one in the first place. That statement to you is to protect them from being pursued after the fact. I would not recommend this attorney to my worst enemy, not even for so much as a simple ticket. It is of course my opinion, but anyone looking at hiring him will hopefully read this review and those who did not will wish they had. A poor attorney with a large case load means less time defending you properly. Save your money. He needs to go back to law school from my point of view or become associated with a seasoned professional so he may learn how to properly handle any one case. Don't get me wrong as many attorneys have many cases to handle,but there are those who do their diligence in defending their clients by putting actual time and effort into it. He clearly doesn't and did not in my scenerio. A defense attorney is supposed to work for you, not against you. He rarely returned a phone call and when he did it was as if I were interrupting him. I guess my case was just less important than the one before or the one he acquired after I hired him. Don't say you haven't been warned.

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Joshua Danz

Unknown lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've worked cases against Adam many times and he was always an excellent advocate for his clients. Adam works hard to do right by the people he represents. I endorse this lawyer."

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Glenn Roderman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Milrot

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked alongside Adam many times and have referred numerous clients to him regarding various criminal charges. In each instance, I have found Adam to be organized, diligent, and knowledgeable in the area and he is always able to resolve cases favorably."

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Lyle Shapiro

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Molle

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Adam for nearly 20 years, tried cases with him, and seen him work miracles in the courtroom. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Jose Izquierdo

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is well versed in the law and constantly strives to achieve great results for his clients."

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Andrew Parks

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has always demonstrated a high level of professionalism."

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Daniel Callahan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Braxton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is an excellent attorney. He always fights for his clients."

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John Willis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. He knows the criminal law and procedure quite well with many years of experience. His good working relationship with the State is a great benefit to his clients. My clients that I refer to him have always been happy with his representation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

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

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top Lawyer, Global Directory of Who's Who

2016

10 Best Attorney's in Florida Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2016

Top 10% America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry

2016

AV Preeminent by the Judiciary & Members of the Bar, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Hat Trick Award for 3 consecutive Not Guilty Verdicts, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Partner, Adam D. Harmelin, P.A.

1998 - 2000

Assistant Public Defender, Broward County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2002 - Present

Criminal Law Section of the Florida Bar

Member

2000 - Present

Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1997 - Present

Florida Bar

Attorney Member

Education

1997

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts with Honors

Languages

English

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