William Todd Direnzo

William Todd Direnzo

also known as William Direnzo

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

888 Southeast 3rd Avenue, Suite 402, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Entire practice is devoted to defending those individuals charged with criminal offenses in Florida.

28 years

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

28 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

DiRenzo Defense

888 Southeast 3rd Avenue, Suite 402, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

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William Todd Direnzo's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Samuel | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kind, compasionate, knowledgeable and responsive and always there for you!

I recently had a very bad experience where I was entrapped in a bad situation. I have never been in trouble in my 63 years of life. I can't go into the details but it was very traumatic for me and could have ruined my retirement and the rest of my life and my relationship. Bill was very reassuring... and responsive and guided me on every thing I needed to do. And more importantly he was reassuring at a time that I was devastated. He makes himself available to you at all times of day, answers his phone and returns text. He doesn't leave you hanging!!. Great legal advice and he is very well connected within Broward County legal system. I am so happy we went with him as our attorney. He saved my life!!!

Posted by Dean | September 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney William Derenzio

Bill Direnzo is an excellent attorney. I have never found myself in need of legal representation before. I was not sure how the whole process worked. Bill took the time an explained every step along they way. He truly got me the best results possible in my case. I am so very lucky that I found him. ...If you are in need of an attorney I can say I highly recommend him. Keep up the great work Bill and truly thanks again for everything.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney!

I hired Bill to represent me for a criminal case. He was very professional and always available for my calls. His fee was reasonable too. He was able to get my case dismissed quickly and that helped me keep my job! I recommend his services.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Aggressive Defense

Friendly and reliable.Very down to earth, and knows his trade.He broke down my case and defended it thoroughly.He always followed up, and returned all messages.He got my charges dropped when other lawyers said it couldn't be done.Most of the time he picked up on the first ring.He defends your case th...oroughly, one of the best in the business.I highly recommend Direnzo defense.

Posted by Charmaine | November 24, 2014

Don't let his picture fool you. This guy is the real deal.

Bill as we called him. He is household name in my family now.He represented my brother-in-law on his 5th DUI case and this guy is walking the streets right now a free man I shouldn't say no more.Two weeks ago he represented my wife on a probation violation case. She was expecting to spend a month beh...ind bars instead she was dismissed of all charges and was out of jail within days of my initial call to him.He's a great lawyer in my opinion.He delivered as we was expecting. very informational,reasonable in price, he's friendly,he cares and I can go on and on but yes if u ever in need of a good lawyer call Bill I never regret calling him my wife still reminds me everyday "lucky u called that lawyer."

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William Todd Direnzo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dave Simmons

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher O'Toole

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bill since we were both prosecutors at the Broward County State Attorney's Office back in 1998. I have worked together with him on several cases since then. While working together, I witnessed firsthand how much he cares for his clients. He handles himself with class and professionalism. Plus, he happens to be an excellent attorney. I definitely endorse him and would highly recommend him to any client seeking a top notch criminal defense attorney."

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Jason Forman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is a great DUI trial lawyer. He has handled cases throughout the state and is always willing to go to trial on his client's behalf. A great guy and tough lawyer. Highly recommended."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Moore

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"William Direnzo is one of the best DUI lawyers in South Florida."

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James Weick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dedicated to fighting for his clients rights and providing the best possible legal outcome."

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Dominick Russo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dave Simmons

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Christopher O'Toole

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Jason Forman

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Moore

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Weick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dominick Russo

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Who's Who, Global Directory of Who's Who

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Founding Partner, Direnzo Defense

1998 - 2002

Prosecuting Attorney, State Attorney's Office

Associations

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorney

Member

Federal Bar

Member

National College for DUI Defense

Member

Education

1998

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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