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Leonard Louis Cagan
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Biography
Former Prosecutor WILL FIGHT for your Constiutional Rights
Lenny Cagan was selected as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of Florida by The National Trial Lawyers Association. Lenny was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1996. Lenny worked as an Assistant State Attorney (prosecutor) for over seven years. During this time, he prosecuted thousands of cases, supervised a staff of other attorneys and conducted numerous jury trials.
After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Lenny worked for a prestigious Plaintiff’s law firm that practiced in the areas of Medical Malpractice/ Nursing Home Abuse/ and Personal Injury law. Lenny has been in private practice since 2004 representing people who have been accused of crimes or have been seriously injured by others.
Lenny is a resident of Hernando County. He attends Crosspoint Church in Spring Hill. Lenny has enjoyed playing the bass guitar since he was a teenager and still plays today as a member of the church worship team.
EDUCATION & COURT ADMISSIONS
Lenny graduated from King’s College with a Bachelor of Science in Economics in 1982. He attended Regent University School of Law where he received his Juris Doctor. Lenny graduated law school Cum Laude (with honors).
Lenny is admitted to practice in all State of Florida courts as well as in Federal Court in the Middle District of Florida.
LEADERSHIP, MEMBERSHIP & HONORS
Lenny Cagan was selected as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of Florida by The National Trial Lawyers Association. Lenny’s past accomplishments include winning the James Kent American Inn of Court Law Student Award, the American Jurisprudence award from Lawyers Cooperative Publishing, Summo Publishing’s Who’s Who Among American Law Students and was selected as a Top 10 Criminal Defense/DUI Lawyer in Florida for Customer Satisfaction by The National Institute of Criminal Law Attorney.
Lenny is currently a member of the Hernando County Bar Association
FAMILY
Lenny has been married for thirty-five years to his wife Peggy. They have four grown children and four grandchildren.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Cagan & Cagan Law Firm
825 SE 3rd Ave Ste. 200, Ocala, FL, 34471
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Leonard Louis Cagan's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful attorney!
I hired Mr. Cagan in January 2018. He was very informative. Answered all my questions and concerns in detail. Always answered my emails and phone calls very promptly. We received the outcome we were hoping for. I would definitely recommend this firm!
Posted by anonymous | January 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A Super Hero!!!
I contacted Lenny from PR to represent my son in Florida without knowing of him or having someone refer him to me. I just prayed to the lord to guide me in helping my son in the situation he was in. I did a search on the internet, and there he was., Leonard Cagan!! Something told me choice him!! I ...
Posted by Rich | November 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing Attorney
I was referred to Lenny by family I can't say enough about the man. He got me the best offer for my criminal case. He kept me updated and informed during the whole process. He is an amazing attorney and makes the court process less stressful. I highly recommend hiring Lenny Cagan he will have your be...
Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Lenny Cagan
I was referred to Lenny and he has helped my family a couple of times. He was pleasant, honest, and he gave good advice. I can't thank him enough for what he did and I appreciate it. I would not hesitate to hire him again.
Posted by toni | January 26, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
nicest person
i consulted Mr Cagan about my son , i did not have the funds to hire him, even thought i cant hire him he has called me back ,answered all my questions and helped me more than any other lawyer i ever spoken to ,this is a great guy! we need more like him!!!!
Leonard Louis Cagan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Lenny for a number of years and would recommend his services. He maintains a high ethical standard and works diligently on behalf of his clients."
"As a fellow attorney, I highly endorse Lenny Cagan. I have known Lenny for over 15 years. He is a stern advocate for his clients, yet compassionate to their situation. He is well respected among lawyers and judges. His court room demeanor is excellent. His years of experience both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney pays off for his clients as he achieves remarkable results for them."
"I have known Lenny over 20 years. We worked as prosecutors together and now we're both in private practice. I've seen Lenny in court numerous times. He's always very professional and prepared for his Hearings. He's also well known and respected by other members of the Florida Bar. I endorse this lawyer"
"I have worked many cases against Mr. Cagan over the last 10 years. I always found him to be a well prepared zealous advocate for his client."
"Mr. Cagan is very knowledgeable and works diligently to get the best result possible for his client. I'd highly recommend him to family and friends."
"Attorney Cagan is an experienced and highly skilled criminal defense attorney. He uses a unique client centered approach to represent his client's interest with passion and has a proven track record of getting results. I have sought advice from Attorney Cagan in several criminal matters where his experience and insight have been extremely helpful."
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Experience
Honors
2018
10 Best for Client Satisfaction - Criminal Law/DUI, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
1996
American Jurisprudence Award, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing
1996
Who's Who Among American Law Students, Summa Publishing
1995
Law Student Award, James Kent American Inn of Court
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Lead Trial Attorney, Cagan & Cagan PLLC
2005 - 2015
President, The Cagan Law Firm
2003 - 2005
Associate, Milcowitz & Lyons, P.A.
2000 - 2002
Police Academy Instructor, Pasco-Hernando Community College
1996 - 2003
Assistant State Attorney, State of Florida
Associations
2017 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Citrus-Hernando American Inn of Courtmember - Master of the Bench
2004 - Present
Hernando County Bar Associationmember
1996 - Present
Florida Barmember
Sample of Legal Cases
Theft
Case dismissed
Education
1996
Regent University School of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Sheriffs Office Seminar on Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence and Excited Utterance
N/A
Law Week
How to Build a Criminal Case
N/A
Law Week
Where Do Laws Come From
N/A
Constitutional Law Seminar
Constitutional Law
Publications
1995
41 WAYNE L. REV. 1233
The Danger of Ignoring Plain Meaning: Individual Relief for Breach of Fiduciary Duty Under ERISA
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
What can I do to move a violation on my record to the rightful person?
02 Aug 2017
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Is it better to admit to your probation officer that you had indeed smoked marijuana then not admit to it
21 Jul 2016
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How long does it take for early termination of probation to be approved? Can a violation counteract early termination?
19 Sep 2015