Andrew Joseph Banyai

Andrew Joseph Banyai

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Myers, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Constitutional

2040 Virginia Avenue, Fort Myers, FL

About Andrew

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Constitutional 5%

19 years | 5 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Pro bono

100 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 17 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2008

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Lee County Legal Aid Society, Inc.

2040 Virginia Avenue, Fort Myers, FL, 33901

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Andrew Joseph Banyai's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Maureen | January 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Andrew is the best of the best Criminal Defense Attorneys in South West Florida

I can't express how grateful I am to have one the best attorneys to represent me in several cases in which. I am so pleased with how everything went. All I can say he is amazing & so intelligent and knows the law very well. He is always there for me when I need answers to certain things. I didn't or ...don't understand he always makes it very clear of what he is saying. Thank you Andrew

Posted by James G. | December 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best damn lawyer around. Bar none

I can’t speak enough about how great this man is and how much he has helped me even long after my case was over. During my case He went to hell in back to win for me and never doubted a word I said most lawyers immediately assume your guilty not mr. Banyai and years after my case was over he still re...members me on a first name basis, still takes my calls and helps me anyway he can. Mr. Banyai is the greatest desision I’ve ever made and when your backs against the wall I hope you make the right decision too and call mr.Banyai,I have the upmost respect for him not only as a business man but as a human being as well, I’m proud to say he’s not only my lawyer but a friend also. I can keep going on but you should call him and see for yourself, he’s just a great person and will fight for you when your down and out. Thank you for everything you’ve done for me even when I was living outta state you still helped me,I thank god everyday for sending me your way. God bless you and anyone lucky enough to have you as a lawyer and friend....

Posted by William | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Baker act attorney

I was baker acted due to a accidental overdose and I can not stress accidental enough back in 2016 at the time I was working 2 jobs and overloaded on energy drinks pair that with no sleep for theee days you have a recipe for disaster i went for help and Cape Coral police department thought it was a g...reat idea to baker act me and take my gun well after going through onenlaeyer for over a year only to lose my money and no success i called mr.banyai he immediately put care and effort into my case before i even paid him a dime after my consult with him that was it i knew he was the right man for the job and in just a couple short months my baker act was taken care of and i got my 2nd amendment rights back and can now enjoynmy career chance at emt firefighter as well as law enforcement he made the whole process painless and stress free which was a big help because it had stressed me out to the point i had almost lost hope in getting myself back in the clear after irma hit when i hit another brick wall i explained how bad things were and he was willing to work with me most lawyers just dont do that this man is without a doubt the best rights attorney in Southwest Florida hands down so if you have a issue like mine or anything else requiring a defense attorney call this man he can help you for sure

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Honest and upfront

Stand up guy, Honest and firm. I would refer this attorney to anyone in need of legal counsel

Posted by daniel | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

criminal defense

I violated my dui probation with a new charge, Felony driving habitual he has been working with me and easy to contact I will let everyone know the results when my case is concluded

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Andrew Joseph Banyai's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Spellman

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andrew and I worked on a matter together at a pro bono event (Law in the Mall) hosted by the Lee County Bar Association. I have also had occasion to interact with him both in and out of court. I endorse Andrew."

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Christopher Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a great guy and a great lawyer. He fights hard for his clients and you know what? He actually cares about them too."

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Spencer Cordell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have discussed many cases with Andrew and have often gone to him for advice: he is knowledgeable and a very helpful person. I have worked with him on the Board of FACDL, as well, and he has an excellent reputation among fellow attorneys in the community."

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Lance Dunford

Constitutional lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Banyai is an excellent attorney in all facets of the law. He goes the extra mile for his clients to ensure the best possible result is achieved."

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Lee Viacava

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Dennis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew is a lawyer who has earned his excellent reputation in the community. His strong representation of his clients, knowledge of the judicial system and his strong ethics make me pleased to endorse him."

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Scott Weinberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Spellman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Aiken

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Executive Director, Lee County Legal Aid Society, Inc.

2007 - 2018

Partner, Aiken, O'Halloran & Banyai

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, Sinas Dramis Brake Boughton & McIntyre, PC

Associations

2016 - 2017

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Lee County chapter)

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Touhey V. Seda

Reversal by the Second District Court of Appeals

The Turtle Case

It was a total circus.

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Education

2006

Michigan State University

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2018

A View From the Bench

Lee County Legal Aid Society

Publications

2014

Southern Reporter Third Touhey v. Seda

Languages

English

Spanish

Creole

Activity

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