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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 - 5 of 6 reviews | Recommendation

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 Vince | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Above and beyond results.

I hired Richard to represent my daughter against a felony charge. While we strongly believed she was innocent, we knew it was an uphill and hard battle to win. Richard immediately went to work gathering the facts and developing the defense leaving no stone upturned. Once all the facts were analyze...d, Richard went far above the norm and presented a compelling case to the D.A. pre-trial and they agreed to drop all charges. Anyone who has gone through "the system" knows this is almost unheard of. I would recommend Richard, without any hesitation, to my closest friends and relatives.

Richard Della Fera

Replied last February 01, 2020

Vince, I am beyond elated that I could prevent a real travesty of justice in your daughter's case. You well know that the State is likely to press a bogus prosecution just to save the face of the arresting officer. I was determined that this not be the case and it was very satisfying to me to make this result happen.

Posted by Bianca | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Business

Realistic Legal Opinions

My companies relationship with Richard is on a consistent retainer. Unfortunately, we live in a litigious society and as a business owner I need to know my attorney is giving realistic legal opinions. He offers a wealth of information on how to navigate through my business legal issues as they arise.... Making sure to lead the company away from scorched earth scenarios. He is always available when not in court. As a business owner we find his services invaluable and unmatched by legal counsel we have sought in the past.

Richard Della Fera

Replied last January 24, 2020

Much appreciated, Bianca. I always strive to give a client the full picture of the legal landscape they are facing so they can make the best decision for themselves. Look forward to assisting you in the future.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2020

WOW,, WATCH OUT

Does not keep you informed with your case, he did not review any of the evidence, and was very hard to reach. It took a lot for him to return calls. He quoted me one price and did another. I would not recommend him as a attorney.

Richard Della Fera

Replied last January 15, 2020

I'm not sure which client this is but I do my best to be responsive and communicative with all my clients. I review the evidence in all my cases so I don't where you got the impression I did not do so in yours. I am sorry if there was any confusion over the fee and I regret that you came away with anything less than a positive experience.

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.

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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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