Robert David Devin

Robert David Devin

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Landlord & Tenant, Litigation

200 SE 6th St Ste 603, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Robert David Devin

200 SE 6th St Ste 603, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301-3423

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Robert David Devin's Reviews

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5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jay | May 8, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Upfront and Honest

I called Mr Devin for a phone consultation and he answered the phone himself. I spoke with him about a situation with my landlord, and he was patient enough to listen to the issue, and gave me an honest answer. There's very few professionals like him in this town, and if I know of anybody that need...s his services I would recommend him without reservation.

Posted by Stephen | September 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Went the extra mile

Had a landlord not return my deposit, didn't send any reason or make any claim of damages. What happened is she bought the house (4 apartments) and then kicked everyone out and kept everyone's deposit. In FL they have 30 days to claim damages otherwise deposit is forfeit and must be returned. She ...apparently didn't believe in the statues Mr. Devin worked on my case for just over 2 years. Not only was he able to return my full deposit with interest, he was one of the very few lawyers I called willing to take the case on commission. Which really helped me since I couldn't afford to pay a lawyer upfront and also was moving out of state and therefore couldn't file the claim myself. Mr. Devin was patient with me and very professional throughout the entire process.

Posted by Martha | March 7, 2015

Highly Recommend

I had a very tricky landlord tenant dispute. I did without shower facilities for 13 days. Once that was corrected I paid my landlord 1 month advance rent. Two days later he served me with 30 days notice to vacate. I asked for the extra months rent back which he refused. At that point I hired Attorney... Devin....who handled the entire situation with knowledge and precision. I received 1 month free rent, compensation for the water situation, my security deposit returned and my landlord had to pay his attorneys fees. I was not charged at all. If Attorney Devin had not been representing me....I don't think the outcome would have been as good.

Posted by Rochelle | May 29, 2013

Awesome Attorney

I had a landlord & tenant matter & attorney Devin knew the law. He was right on top of my case and told me the process from the beginning to the end. He explained the Florida tenants rights to me and what the outcome for me would be. I had no doubt in my mind that I was in good hands. I would hig...hly recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Lori | August 17, 2011

Got my secuirty deposit back!!

Attorney Robert Devin sued my ex-landlord for the return of my security deposit. The entire deposit plus interest was returned to me and the landlord paid the attorney fees so no cost to me! I highly recommend Attorney Robert Devin.

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Robert David Devin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Evan Kleiman

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Devin is extremely knowledgeable and a very strong advocate on behalf of his clients. He is able to present his case in a powerful and effective manner. Most importantly, while he is advocating on behalf of his client in a persuasive manner, he remains courteous and professional to the opposing side."

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Carol Zimmerly

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this attorney. Attorney Devin demonstrates his knowledge of the law and experience with real estate matters when he answers questions. I find his postings on-target, correct, and educational. You can trust Attorney Devin's judgment."

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Alexander Johnson

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As opposing counsel he has always been professional and a strong advocate for his clients."

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Edward Fucillo

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I have read many of the answers provided by other attorneys to a wide variety of landlord-tenant questions. I find the answers provided by Mr. Devin have always been correct, concise, and show his complete understanding of landlord-tenant law. I would have no hesitation in referring someone to him for a landlord-tenant matter."

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Christi Daisey-Snyder

Unknown lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Ivashuk

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Robert on several cases and different issues. I endorse him."

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Carol Zimmerly

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Randy Rosenblum

Personal injury lawyer

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Kemie King

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Alexander Johnson

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Edward Fucillo

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Michael Tenzer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Ivashuk

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

1997

Outstanding Information Systems Director, Broward Public Defender

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, The Devin Law Firm

1998 - 2003

Information Systems Director / Attorney, Becker & Poliakoff

1993 - 1997

Information Systems Director / Attorney, Broward County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2008 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Marvez v. Candelaria 22 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 515b (2014)

My Appealling landlord won.

Florida v. Phelan (2012)

DUI: Break down of charges to reckless driving

Florida v. Melendez (2011)

DUI: Motion to suppress granted, case dismissed

Broache v. Ornekian (2010)

Security Deposit recovered with interest

State v. Graziano (4th DCA 2007)

Appeal holding Florida "racing statute" facially unconstitutional).

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Education

1992

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Florida International University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Radio Appearance - South Florida

Landlord-Tenant rights in Foreclosure Crisis

Languages

English

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