William McCoy Hefley

William McCoy Hefley

3.9
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

222 Lakeview Ave, Suite 800, West Palm Beach, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 29 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1996

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Firm of Aimee J. Hefley, PLLC

222 Lakeview Ave, Suite 800, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

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William McCoy Hefley's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
4 star (0)
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1 star (4)

Posted by anonymous | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

William got my case dismissed!

I hired William for a felony case. It was my first time in this situation. I liked his strategy of talking to the prosecutor BEFORE formal charges were filed. I told William what really happened, which was not reflected in the police report. William gave me a voice. He right away was able to give the... prosecutors my side of the story, and all the charges were quickly thrown out. Thanks to William I now have my life back. Thank you William!

Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do not retain this lawyer

We hired Mr Hefley and he said he would speak to the state prosecutors office to get the charges dropped, he never did, before we paid him, he answered our calls, once he was paid, he rushed us off the phone as fast as he could , was not a good experience

Posted by George | October 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Life saver

Hefley saved my life 9 yrs ago. I was facing about 50 charges in 9 different cases. Nothing crazy or violent but a lot of felonies, police really wanted to put me away. Every time I bonded out they added charges and arrested me again, and my behavior at the time wasn't helpful. He told me the harsh t...ruth about what I was facing and what to do and what it would cost to have a chance at not going back to prison. The charges were unfair but it was a whole mess of stuff to deal with that he had to explain over and over. He kept telling me don't worry just stay out of trouble and keep working. Every time a court date came up he would either call me last minute or show up at court and tell me he had a good deal, no jail time. For all 9 cases. Now I have a family and a home, successful business. I just hired him at random, didn't even think I had a chance at the time. But I hope others can read this and find the hope to see the worthwhile investment in your future if you are facing criminal charges. My freedom is worth so much more than I paid.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The judge even complimented him.

I was arrested and facing serious charges, and was very scared. Mr. Hefley called the prosecutor and explained my side of the story and showed them my mitigation. He got my charges dismissed. He is obviously very well respected by the courts, and the Judge even complimented him saying he’s a very f...ine lawyer. Unlike most lawyers, he answers the phone and welcomes client calls even on the weekends and in the evening. He worked with me unselfishly on the price and even gave me a great payment plan. Highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Railroaded

I hired this attorney to represent me . He did not! Instead he gave me a paper to sign that I was guilty. And this was after I paid him $3000.00. He never educated me to the law or how he was going to fight for me as not guilty. He condemned me before the prosecutor did. He had to be forced by the... judge to come to court to stand besides me. Beware!

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William McCoy Hefley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Richardson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I am well acquainted with Mr Hefley's outstanding litigation skills and courtroom prowess. He is well respected in the Central Florida legal community and his superior reputation is well deserved."

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David Folley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse William Hefley, based upon his legal competence, diligence and intelligence, as an attorney. I had the pleasure of working with Bill at the State Attorney's office when he and I were both prosecutors. He has very persausive trial skills. Bill is a great oratorian and presents an excellent case to a jury. He is meticulous in his case preparation and research, and is never caught off guard. Since becoming a defense attorney, Bill uses his extensive knowledge of prosecution to great advantage in defending his clients."

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Scott Richardson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aimee Hefley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Associations

1996 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Education

1995

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

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