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Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Florida Rural Legal Services
6611 Orion Drive, Suite 201, Fort Myers, FL, 33912
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Posted by Michael | May 12, 2015 | DUI & DWI
Peter kept me out of jail.
During my first consultation with Peter it became apparent that our focus would be "damage control", more specifically, keeping me out of jail. Peter informed me that whatever choices about my defense were made, they would, however, be mine. The offense was DUI 1st with BAC over 0.15. I blew a 0....
Peter Morlu Brima Sao Dennis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Mr. Dennis in action in court for many years. He is bright and innovative. Many of his legal superbly creative. Most importantly, Mr. Dennis truly cares for his clients."
"Peter is passionate about serving the needs of his clients and willing to go the extra mile on their behalf."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dennis is a true advocate for his clients and puts them first."
"Mr. Dennis is a very smart attorney. He genuinely cares about his clients, and he will do whatever it takes to keep them out of jail."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dennis is a very hard working and effective attorney. He and Mr. Moorey are a formidable legal team."
"I have had the privilege of working with Peter Dennis. He is well-respected in the legal community, extremely knowledgeable, an all-around spectacular attorney, and a great person as well. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"As a fellow attorney in the community I have come to know Peter well. He is a passionate and zealous advocate on behalf of his clients. More important he is caring and compassionate about the difficult times his clients are going through. I can honestly say I regularly refer clients to Peter and that I have always receive positive feedback from the referrals. I can say with complete confidence that Peter will do all he can to represent his clients while maintaining impeccable ethical standards."
"Mr. Dennis is extremely knowledgeable about many areas of the law. He always fights to protect the rights of his clients and to get the best possible resolution. He is highly respected in the legal community and if often contacted by local news media to comment on complex legal issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Peter Dennis for years and have seen his dedication to his clients and thereby achieving great results. He is a true asset to any potential clients who need an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter is an energetic and creative lawyer. He has a passion for representing his client. He is knowledgeable in the local courts, the judges and the prosecutors, all of which make him an able defense lawyer."
"I highly recommend this attorney for your criminal defense matters."
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Dean's Scholarship, New York University School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Regional Managing Attorney, Florida Rural Legal Services
2021 - 2022
Staff Attorney, Florida Rural Legal Services
2014 - 2022
Attorney, Peter M Dennis, P.A.
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Synergy Legal Consultants
2012 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Law Firm Of Scott T. Moorey
2009 - 2011
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defenders Office of the 20th Judicial Circuit (Florida)
2007 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Quarles & Brady, LLP (Streich Lang)
2004 - 2007
Program Associate, International Center for Transitional Justice
Associations
2021 - Present
SalusCareBoard Member
2012 - Present
Lee County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Amigos Center (Amigos en Cristo)Member - Board of Directors
2010 - 2012
Amigos CenterDevelopment Team Member
Sample of Legal Cases
DUI . +1.5
Minimums
Criminal Battery Case
Case dismissed
Education
2005
New York University School of Law
J.D.
2000
University of Florida College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Facing History and Ourselves
Race Relations and the Law
2005
Live for Liberia
Liberia's Legal and Social Transition
Publications
2008
Evidence in Florida, Seventh Edition, for the Florida Bar Association Continuing Legal Education
Opinion and Expert Testimony
2005
The Washington Post
The UN, Preying on the Weak
2003
Comparative Regional Integration: Theoretical Perspectives (European Communities Studies Association (ECSA))
The Economic Community of West African States: From Regional Economic Organization to Regional Peacekepeer
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides