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Andrew Richard Parks
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Biography
As a partner in the firm of Parks & Braxton, I have dedicated the majority of my legal career defending those clients charged with DUI. I am nationally published and have spoken at seminars throughout Florida. I invite everyone to view the firm's track record on our website at .
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
30 years | 3,000 cases
DUI and DWI
50%
30 years | 8,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Parks & Braxton, PA
116 SE 6th Court, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Posted by Eric | October 24, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Amazing Attorney!
I feel so grateful and honored to have chosen Andrew Parks as my attorney. From beginning to end, Mr. Parks was consistent in helping me and overseeing my case. He is extremely knowledgeable and competent, and was able to get my charges reduced from being a DUI to reckless driving. He always kept me...
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2010 | DUI & DWI
Happy with My DUI Attorney
I was arrested for a DUI and realized how my life could have been ruined. I looked for a DUI Attorney on the internet and found Parks & Braxton. I interviewed them to see if they were a fit for me. I am so happy that I chose them. Their customer service was impeccable! Total communication the en...
Andrew Richard Parks's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew Parks is a highly skilled and very knowledgeable attorney who gets results. He is a lawyer you want in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. One of the few that really knows and understands that art of truly attacking a DUI case. Can't go wrong with Parks."
"I endorse this Attorney Andrew Parks. I have worked with Parks & Braxton on numerous matters in the Tampa Bay area. They are dedicated and tenatious. Not afraid to go to trial and fight for their clients' rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Parks is an excellent DUI Attorney. It is well known throughout the legal community that Andrew is extremely knowledgable in the area of DUI defense."
"I strongly endorse Mr. Parks. He is a skillful lawyer who fights for his clients."
"Andrew parks is one of the preeminent DUI attorneys in the State of Florida. His knowledge on DUI defense is well recognized. Perhaps more important, however, is his selflessness in sharing his knowledge. I would not hesitate to refer a friend or family member to him."
Adam Harmelin
Criminal defense lawyer
Michael Leader
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Ten Best 2014 Client Satisfaction Award, The American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2012
Top Lawyer, American Lawyer
2012
Top Attorneys, Newsweek
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Parks & Braxton, PA
1997 - 2000
Partner, Essen, Essen, Susaneck & Cohen, PA
1996 - 1997
Assistant State Attorney, Broward County State Attorney's Office
Associations
2003 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2002 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Yacko
Judge granted the motion and excluded all of the evidence.
State of Florida v. Byers
Motion to Suppress granted.
State of Florida v. Bauers
Motion to Suppress granted.
State of Florida v. Gott
The Motion to suppress was granted and subsequently upheld at the appellate level.
State of Florida v. Tonya Lynn
The appellate court upheld the lower court ruling.
Education
1995
Hofstra University School of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2003
Strategies In Handling DUI Cases in Florida
Winning a DUI with motion practice
2000
Dismantling The State's DUI Case
Motions to Dismiss
1998
Lorman Educational Services
An Expert's Approach To Defending A Drunk Driving Case
Publications
2012
Aspatore Book publication
Strategies For Defending DUI Cases In Florida
2000
DWI Law & Science Journal
Excluding Breath Blood and Urine Results: The Doctrine of Judicial Estoppel
1999
DWI Law & Science Journal
Citizen Informants, Traffic Stops And The Fourth Amendment
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I got a DUI two years ago and was charged with two counts of DUI but no one has been able to explain why?
07 Mar 2013
Q&A
What to put when job application says "Have you been convicted of a crime, excluding misdemeanors and summary offenses?"
26 Feb 2013
Q&A
If I had receipts during a DUI stop, will the state seek out the bar surveillance? Got receipts back with property.
23 Feb 2013