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David Ashley Haenel
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Biography
I spent countless hours working on my websites and growing my practice through attending seminars and lecturing. Unlike other lawyers, I personally put in case results and work on video shots. My clients or prospective clients need to understand that I am deeply concerned about the outcome of their case.
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Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Place
1414 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, 34239
The Law Place
4500 140th Avenue North, # 101, Clearwater, FL, 33762
The Law Place
3426 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33609
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Showing 16 - 20 of 27 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by R.T. | November 24, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
No Points on My Record and Both Citations Dismissed - Bradenton, FL
Mr. Haenel leveraged his vast expertise/knowledge and aggressively went after solutions for my two citations. The outcome was far better than I could have ever hoped for. The results...... My Careless Driving and Unlawful Speeding Citation's were completely dismissed. I highly recommend David Haenel....
Posted by Herb | November 13, 2014 | Criminal Defense
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Top of the line lawyer, I recently had a charge of reckless driving placed upon me by an officer of the game and wildlife dept. that I clearly did not feel was warrented. I was very distressed by this charge against me being that I am in general a very law-abiding citizen. I came across Mr. Haenel a...
Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2014 | DUI & DWI
DUI reduced to Wreckless
The Best! Called me within 3 minutes of my email request! Excellent guidance with process to follow for both DMV and court system. His "Guide to surviving your Orlando DUI" was a lifesaver for me. He put me at ease and communicated clearly what was taking place. All my phone calls and emails were...
Posted by Margaret | January 08, 2014 | Car Accidents
Simply an AMAZING lawyer!
Mr. David Haenel is fantastic. He accepted my very complicated traffic accident case after just a few minutes of conversation. He did not raise any unrealistic expectations towards what might happen with my case, but instead provided hope which helped ease the heavy weight of worry I had. He and his...
Posted by D | August 12, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Speeding Over 100 MPH, Possible Loss of License , Possible Fine Way Over $1,000.00
I Was Caught Speeding Over 100 MPH. I Did Not Know What To Do. So I Looked Online For A Good Lawyer. After I Found Many Good Reviews About DAVID HAENEL, I Called Him. He Said, That Is A Major Fine Over $1,000.00, Many Hours of Driving School, Permanent Mark On Driving Record, Many Points on Dr...
David Ashley Haenel's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is the consummate professional and has a virtually encyclopedic knowledge of Florida Criminal Law. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"David is a bright and creative lawyer, who achieves outstanding results for his clients by thinking outside of the box. His communication with his clients is excellent, which allows clients to feel more comfortable from the moment they retain his services, through the resolution of their matter. It is a pleasure to highly endorse David Haenel."
"Outstanding professionalism and experience. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. David Haenel is truly one of the best lawyers that I have ever worked with."
"David has a talented legal mind who's a pleasure to work with. He's highly experienced, caring and as smart as he can be."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Over the past 14 years I have worked with David, referred him clients and have called him when I needed advice. He is energetic, quick to respond, knowledgable and does a great job for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a fellow DWI defense attorney, David is one of the best in the business. He's the attorney I turn to with DWI and Criminal defense cases in Florida."
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"I endorse this lawyer. David is a great DUI and traffic defense attorney. He really knows the ins and outs of DUI defense. His expertise in defending traffic offense cases is second to done. As a lawyer, if I got a ticket I would call him."
"I highly recommend David Haenel to assist you in working our your traffic tickets or other driving infractions. He is knowledgable, responsive and well regarded in our legal community."
"I have worked with David Haenel and believe he is a fantastic DUI lawyer. He is super smart, aggressive and professional and works hard for all of his clients. David is tirelessly trying to perfect his craft and never settles for second best!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I referred my best friend to him when I could not represent him do to a conflict of interest. David Haenel is probably the most fully informed lawyer in the community in his practice areas. Tenacious!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
Matthew Martell
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is a hard-working, aggressive, and innovative attorney. He and his partner, Darren, literally created a successful traffic ticket defense practice in a market when no other attorneys in the area were even doing it because the playing field was so unfavorable to those who "dared" to challenge local law enforcement. I've watched him grow and expand his law practice literally from the beginning. I've had the pleasure of seeing it grow and prosper over the last few years as he has opened additional offices in new jurisdictions. I do not hesitate to send him all of my clients who have traffic and DUI problems. He truly goes the extra mile for them. Also, he is compassionate about helping them to resolve there legal problems. In short, I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2004
Florida DUI Prosecutor of the Year, MADD
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, The Law Place
2004 - Present
Partner, Finebloom and Haenel, P.A.
2001 - 2004
Assistant State Attorney, Sarasota County State Attorney's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2006 - Present
Judge John M. Scheb American Inn of CourtMember
2005 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Florida Bar, Traffic Court Rules CommitteeChair
2011 - 2012
Florida Bar, Traffic Court Rules CommitteeVice-Chair
2005 - 2006
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Sarasota chapter)Vice President
Sample of Legal Cases
State V. MN
Null Prosse( Dropped)
State of Florida v. RN
Case No Billed by the State Attorney
State V DD
Not Guilty
Education
2000
State University of New York at Buffalo
LL.M - Master of Laws-Criminal Law
1999
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Hartwick College
Speaking Engagements
2013
Lawyernomics 2013
Legal Marketing Panel Discussion
2013
Florida Bar, Traffic Court Rules Committee
Florida Bar
2013
Florida Bar
Traffic Infractions
2012
Strategic & Ethical Business Development for Lawyer
Panel Discussion
2011
Handling First DUI Case
Florida DUI Law
2011
2011 DUI Adjudication Lab
DUI and Traffic Law
2010
DUI for DEP
DUI and Traffic Law
2009
Radar and Laser Training
Radar and Laser Certification Course
2008
2008 Bench-Bar Conference "Stepping Up to Leadership"
Technology and Your Case-Criminal Division
2007
Sarasota Police Academy
RADAR/LASER TRAINING
2006
DUI-DWI
DUI Defense/Marketing
2006
DUI
DUI Defense
2004
CMS Instructor
Training Class
2003
Florida Breath Test Conference
Lecture
2003
DUI School (LEVEL 1)
DUI
2003
DUI School (Advanced)
DUI
Publications
2011
Aspatore Book publication
Negotiating a Plea Deal in DUI Cases
2011
Channel 10 News Tampa
10 News Investigators Find SunPass Problems Lead to License Suspension
2010
Florida DUI Survival Guide
Florida DUI Survival Guide-A Citizen's Protection Manual
2009
The Florida DUI Report
Florida DUI Magazine
2008
Sarasota Herald Tribune
DUI Arrests Plunge
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My friend got dui and I bailed him and will I be in trouble ?
16 May 2020
Q&A
How long does the state of Florida have to give me a citation infraction for failure to yield with a fatality
26 Jul 2019
Q&A
Court at 8:30 tomorrow morning. Should i take it to trial to buy time to complete court odered in person traffic school?
23 Jun 2019
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What happens if I refuse to take the breath test in Sarasota?
13 Feb 2013
Legal Guide
How can DUI charges be fought in Sarasota?
13 Feb 2013
Legal Guide
Can a second DUI conviction be fought in Sarasota?
13 Feb 2013