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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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1414 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, 34239
4500 140th Avenue North, # 101, Clearwater, FL, 33762
3426 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33609
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Posted by A client | July 01, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Responsive and Caring
In the wee hours of the morning, David Haenel promptly returned our desperate call for help. A family member was in trouble, and needed a lawyer. From the very first call and visit, David educated us on the charges and guided us through each of the legal steps to resolve the case. He was always tru...
Posted by KW | November 04, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Two ticket to (NOT) paradise
I hired Mr. David Haenel to fight two tickets. speeding and following to close in Orange County / Orlando, Florida. Mr. Haenel handle my entire case with the utmost professionalism. He and his staff are extremely helpful and answered all my questions. It was extremely important for these infraction n...
Posted by Otis | March 19, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Guilty of a DUI, PreTrial Diversion denied and received a better deal than diversion.
I had David Haenel to represent my DUI case. My video was horrible and I was denied PTD which I really wanted so I could have my record expunged. They sent all of the paperwork via email and I didn't even have to go to the office to sign them. I used my phone. My temporary drivers permit was in my h...
Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2010 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
HTO Violations, David Haenel
David Haenel recently represented me in an HTO violation. For those of you who are unaware of this unforgiving traffic violation, it revokes your drivers license for 5 years after you have been caught driving with a suspended license 3 times in a span of 5 years. Sounds miserable, I know. However, I ...
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great guy. I have worked with him, and I have nothing but respect for this Lawyer."
"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."
"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!"
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."
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2011
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2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2004
Florida DUI Prosecutor of the Year, MADD
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
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
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2000
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1999
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