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4.7 /5.0
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As of October 2012, Richard was appointed by a joint committe of Federal judges, Federal Public Defenders, and private attorneys to the Federal Criminal Justice Act Panel for the Southern District of Florida. A handful of attorneys are selected to the CJA Panel regionally and are carefully screened in order to ensure that the attorney possesses the professionalism and experience necessary to handle complex Federal matters. The CJA Panelists are called upon and appointed by Federal judges to handle any/all Federal criminal cases where a conflict exists with the Federal Public Defender’s Office.
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Practice Areas
33 years | 1,000 cases
33 years | 800 cases
33 years | 1,000 cases
33 years | 750 cases
Free Consultation
$0 first 5 minutes
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
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101 N.E. Third Avenue, Suite 1500, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Posted by Denim | September 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Lawyer Who Truly Cares About His Clients
I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Richard Merlino. He was truly top-of-the-line — incredibly knowledgeable, efficient, and kind. Richard made me feel confident throughout the entire process, kept me informed every step of the way, and most importantly, he won my case. His staff ...
Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Thank you to Richard Merlino and his team! They were able to resolve our case quickly and awarded us with the BEST outcome possible! If you're looking for a great attorney, look no further. Richard Merlino is your guy! He's absolutely the best! Thank you all for everything!
Posted by Kimberly | May 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The absolute best!
Simply put, Richard Merlino is the absolute BEST! I cannot thank Mr. Merlino and his team for all the time and effort they put into my case. I never needed legal counsel before and had no idea what to do or who to call. I was referred to him by a dear and trustworthy friend. Mr. Merlino met with me...
Posted by Andrea | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Criminal defense lawyer
I want to thank Richard and his staff for a job well done. I dont know where my son would have been today if it wasn't for Richard. All the calls, the messages and the emails, he gave us his all. Richard fought for my son Dandre he never gave up on him he crossed every T's and dot every I's. He foug...
Posted by Melissa | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best lawyer ever
I hired him for a friend and from the beginning to the end him and his staff made sure everything went smooth and everyone of my questions was answered and they kept me up on what was going on with the case !!!
"I highly recommend Attorney Richard Merlino. I have handled numerous criminal matters with him. We have worked as co-counsel on complex criminal matters. Mr. Merlino is highly skilled and competent in his field. He is well respected among our peers and I find him to have high ethical standards. I completely endorse Richard with no reservations whatsoever."
"Rich is one of the most committed and dedicated attorneys I've ever worked with. I wholeheartedly endorse Rich and his team and look forward to working with them again in the future."
"I've known Rich for approximately six years. There are few, if any, more professional, well-respected attorneys in the courthouse. Having worked many cases against him, I can attest that Rich has an excellent reputation and knows the law as well as anyone. He's an exceptional trial lawyer who always fights for his client's best interest!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have tried cases with Richard. He is a highly skilled trial lawyer with the ability to win cases other less skilled lawyers might lose. He is a difference maker for those who truly care about their freedom."
"I have known Rich for many years, and had the opportunity to share several clients with him. Rich is a zealous advocate for his clients, achieves great results, and the clients we shared have provided overwhelmingly positive reviews of his services. I highly recommend Rich as a criminal defense lawyer."
Criminal defense lawyer
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2006 - Present
Partner, VOLUCK & MERLINO, PL
1995 - 1997
Felony Trial Unit Prosecutor, Broward County State Attorney's Office
1993 - 1995
Supervisor County Court Division, Broward County State Attorney's Office
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
Guilty of lesser included offense, Case still pending appeal
HUNG JURY, CASE LATER DISMISSED
NOT GUILTY
ACQUITTED OF ARMED TRAFFICKING
NOT GUILTY ON ALL COUNTS
Guilty of lesser: Manslaughter
NOT GUILTY VERDICT, ALL COUNTS
NOT GUILTY OF MURDER
NOT GUILTY VERDICT ON ALL COUNTS
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
CRIMINAL LAW
Spanish
English