About Henry
Biography
I have been a lawyer for more than 32 years. I started my practice in Miami, Florida, in 1983. In January 1989, I became the youngest circuit judge in the history of the State of Florida. I served for five years in the juvenile, criminal and civil divisions of the fourth largest trial court in the country. In 1994, I was the Republican Nominee for the position of Attorney General for the State of Florida.
After returning to the practice of law in 1995, I have represented people in the civil and criminal trial courts of Florida (including cases in the Federal Court System). I have represented lawyers, physicians, teachers and regular every day people in moments of grave importance.
Since 1997, I have lived and worked in North Central Florida (based in Ocala, Florida). I have successfully represented people in civil, family and criminal law cases. I have tried cases before juries and also had numerous bench trials (cases without juries).
I work hard to insure that my clients have the best representation that I can provide by becoming thoroughly familiar with the facts of the case, knowing and researching the law and finally by aggressively representing my clients in the courtroom.
I look forward to the challenges that present themselves in the court on a day in and day out basis.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 42 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1983
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020
Location
Ferro and Gourley, P.A.
108 N Magnolia Ave Fl 7, Ocala, FL, 34475-6604
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Henry George Ferro's Reviews
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10 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2024
Waste of time and effort dealing with this atouney
Worst atourney in town, a waste of time and money hiring this atourney. Very arrogant, egomaniac and very rude, won't keep you properly informed on your case. Barely answer, return, calls text and email. Always respond with a bad attitude to your questions.
Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional
I cannot thank Henry enough for what he did for our family! I highly recommend his services to anyone who is need of a professional,knowledgeable,experienced lawyer he is one of the best out there!
Posted by Manuel | July 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Judge Ferro saved my life
I was arrested and charged with molesting my nine year old son. The charges were false. The first lawyer charged me 12k only to tell me to enter a plea to seven years in prison. I then hired Judge Ferro…he investigated the case, hired experts, challenged the state witnesses and was ready for trial...
Posted by J.D. | January 21, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Great Attorney
Judge Ferro represented me in several criminal cases in Ocala, Florida. His knowledge and application of his experiences to my cases were spot on. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a trial attorney. When we first met, he told me that the major part of his practice was to solve prob...
Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2008 | Criminal Defense
Client Review
Mr. Ferro represented me in criminal litigation in Hardee and St. Lucie County. His was a great advocate for me and my family. He was able to have the charges against me dismissed in both counties on pre-final hearing motions. His knowledge of the law was superb and he was able to present my case ...
Henry George Ferro's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. When he practiced in Miami we were law partners and I always found him to be bright and extremely hard working. He is an excellent lawyer."
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2020
updated on 05/20/2020Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2002
updated on 05/19/2015Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
“A complaint filed by the Florida Bar regarding alleged failure to initiate a lawsuit and failing to respond to the Florida Bar. The lawsuit was filed, my error was to have ignored the requests for information from the Florida Bar. For my failure to respond I was reprimanded. However, there was never any substantiation that I did anything wrong with regard to my client or that I neglected the client's case.”
Honors
2002
Honorary Membership, Fraternal Order of Police, Ocala Lodge #129
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Attorney, Ferro & Gourley, P.A.
1996 - 2000
Attorney, Ferro & Lehr, P.A.
1989 - 1993
Circuit Judge, State of Florida
Associations
1992 - 1993
Florida Conference of Circuit JudgesRepresentative from the 11TH Judicial circuit
1991 - 1994
American Judges AssociationMembership
Sample of Legal Cases
Motion to Suppress granted by Judge; Cased Dismissed by State Attorney
Motion to Suppress granted by Judge...State Attorney Dismissed the Case
State Dismissed the Case.
Verdict-Not Guilty of First Degree Murder
Verdict of Not Guilty
Jury Verdict for Wife for $786,000.00.
Education
1989
1983
JD
Speaking Engagements
2013
Parental Rights and Child Abuse in Florida
2011
Animal Cruelty in the State of Florida
2009
Juvenile Sexual Crime
2007
Animal Baiting/Fighting in Florida
Languages
Spanish
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