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Richard Francis Della Fera

3.8
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 30 years

Appeals Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Appeals, Litigation, Personal Injury ... +2 more

500 E Broward Blvd Ste 1710, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

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Law Offices of Richard F. Della Fera, Pa

500 E Broward Blvd Ste 1710, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33394-3012

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Richard Francis Della Fera's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Jim | May 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Richard Della Fera is my Advocate and my Champion

I know that everyone arrested claims their innocence, but nearly 20 years ago while attending the University of Miami, i was arrested by a Coral Gables police officer for exercising my 1st Amendment Right of free speech... Granted, and in retrospect, i was a little disrespectful, and would have do...ne things differently, but by no means hostile. i tried to apologize, but was met with brute force and gun drawn, as i was walking away. I was applying school and was afraid for my future and prospects as a surgeon one day, and i was a student on a budget with no income. Rich was not only compassionate and easy to talk to, be equally EXCELLENT in his profession. He kept me in the loop every step of the way, and even gave me his cell number. The charges were dropped almost immediately, and i wholeheartedly and emphatically RECOMMEND HIM!! He was my Advocate and my Champion, and i am eternally grateful to both his expertise and his compassion. He is kind, efficient, and i have come to find, a talented musician. Rich, i can honestly say that without you, my life would have turned out differently. You have my eternal GRATITUDE, Jim R.

Richard Della Fera

Replied last May 18, 2020

Jim: It is really flattering that you have remembered me all these years and that you took the time to post a review. I'm also glad to hear that you are dong well. If I can ever be of assistance to you or a friend or family member, I have the same cell number I had 20 years ago (954-232-2504) and am available to take the call! Take care, Richard

Posted by Cheryl | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Landlord dispute

have known attorney Richard Della Fera for over 10 years. It is so comforting knowing he is always available to advocate for me when I've been taken advantage of by unscrupulous landlords or business owners. It's unfortunate we live in a world where people often don't do the right thing and having... a lawyer with integrity on your side is a gift.

Richard Della Fera

Replied last January 24, 2020

Thank you, Cheryl. I appreciate your sentiments and it's very satisfying to help good people resolve the problems that life unfortunately throws their way sometimes.

Posted by Dan | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEWARE OF RICHARD DELLA FERA Attorney at law

For 7 months leading up to my trial, Richard continually proclaimed " This is a slam dunk, don't worry about anything" Well it was....... until he entered the courtroom. The evidence presented was not only vague but contradicted itself , a "physically trembling" rookie prosecutor, per...jury committing officers that he did not challenge at all ! Handing the judge a distorted unreadable case study, In my case Richard Della Fera was Dishonest, unprofessional, unethical. I have in my possession a document from Richard offering $2500.00 to silence me "FOREVER" from ever speaking negatively and /or reviewing his poor defense and actions. What ethical attorney would do that? & Why would he do that? After court the only words Richard spoke to me was "I'm sorry" & then he walked away. Over 15 months has passed & he has refused to discuss what happened in court. Whenever I attempted to speak with him he became angry, talked & yelled over me, not allowing me to finish what I had to say. I would not recommend Richard Della Fera. His defense in my case was that of a first year attorney at best. Take your chances elsewhere, or drive through town flipping your money out the window. You have been warned!!!

Richard Della Fera

Replied last January 15, 2020

This former client was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor and received a withhold of adjudication and court costs. Unhappy with that outcome and apparently upset that I did not reach out to him after the case was over, he embarked upon a continuing pattern of harassment of me for well over a year through telephone calls, texts and emails. He eventually got to the point where he was demanding a refund of $2,500. He agreed to sign a general release in exchange for the $2,500, something about which I consulted with a Florida bar ethics attorney. When I told the former client I did not want to meet with him in person, he claimed in an email that his feelings were hurt and he now needed $5,000 “in order to begin to heal and move forward.” I refused to be extorted by this man and did not pay him. Moreover, I have the transcript of the trial that shows how I vigorously defended him. He chose to take the stand at testify and was judged to be less than credible.

Posted by Kathy | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very conscientious and proactive

We hired MR Della Fera for early intervention on potential criminal charges.. My family member was caught up in some serious charges through some poor decisions and bad relationships. Mr della fera was not only successful in negotiating the best possible outcome and getting the charges dropped but... he was always available to speak with multiple family members at any given time and separately in explaining the process along the way. I've never met an attorney that was so caring and concerned for not only the client but the extended family as well. Additionaly, Mr. Della Fera sbowed tremendous integrity throughout this very serious ordeal and never made unattainable promises. He was very clear in explaining his strategy Even though there was no guarantee we would have such a successful outcome.

Richard Della Fera

Replied last January 15, 2020

Thank you so much for your review and kind words, Kathy. I always recommend hiring a lawyer at the first sign of a problem and you were wise to be proactive. I'm happy that I was able to procure the result I obtained and I'm glad you and your family were so pleased with my representation. Best Regards!

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Education

1995

St. Thomas University School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

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