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Lisa Michelle Figueroa
also known as Lisa Figueroa
About Lisa
Biography
Lisa Figueroa is the founding attorney of the Florida Defense Team, PA. She has been practicing law since 2003 and almost exclusively in the area of "criminal defense", a misnomer given that really she sees her work as "people defense" or the defense of those accused of committing a crime. She is an experienced trial attorney having handled nearly 100 jury trials since she started practicing law, the vast majority of which were victories for her clients.
Lisa Figueroa has dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of others. She is originally from Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, but lived a great deal of her life in Central Texas and moved to Central Florida to finish college. She is fluent in both Spanish and English. Lisa Figueroa has represented citizens accused in a range of criminal charges both at the County Court and Circuit Court levels, in State as well as Federal court. The rich diversity that Florida provided allowed her to pursue her dream of helping those who lacked the resources to defend themselves or speak for themselves when under legal attack. This began on a smaller scale growing up and has now escalated through being the voice for her clients. She is dedicated to fighting for the wrongfully accused and those that are misunderstood, as well as understanding that we are more than the sum of our mistakes. One case at a time, she fights the battle against over-criminalization of certain acts, as well as mass incarceration. She is an advocate against minimum mandatory sentencing and for criminal justice reform to make our laws more fair and just and to bring back judicial discretion as well as oversight on sentences imposed.
She has been the managing partner of this firm, and her former firm The Figueroa Law Firm, PA since 2003 and is passionate about making a difference in each of our clients' lives as well as the system itself. She does this all while also being a wife, a mother of 4 children and a woman of faith who has overcome many obstacles in her life. It is from that life experience that the firm's motto was birthed and focused on not judging others, but rather serving those in need, those who are misjudged and those who are wrongfully accused.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Florida Defense Team PA
28 Broadway Ave. Suite 206, Kissimmee, FL, 34741
Florida Defense Team
605 E. Robinson St., Suite 250, Orlando, FL, 34741
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Lisa Michelle Figueroa's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Katherine | October 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Above and beyond!
Lisa is the absolute best! Fast, courteous, affordable, great communication, and very knowledgeable in what she does. She helped us get our loved one out quickly! Definitely would recommend!
Posted by Crystal | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DO NOT HIRE THIS LAWYER
Lisa is one of the worst lawyers I have EVER seen! She does not have experience in serious crime cases but acts like she knows! There was absolutely no defense created, no witnesses, no specialists (even though it was paid for). She will gladly take your money but will not put in the work that a seri...
Posted by Ilianes | October 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer ever
I called Lisa's office and explained the case. They said she would call me back. She didn't call me but instead I received a call from my son 2 hours later, telling me Lisa had visited him in jail. Wow, she didn't loose time. We hired her instantly since she really demonstrated she was into the case ...
Posted by Jermaine | September 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She saved my life
Lisa was great! She informed me of all possible outcomes. The good, bad and ugly, fought for me til the very end and was persistent to getting the results I wanted . Believed me when no one else did and was able to put a spotlight on things people ignored that proved my side of the story . Thank you ...
Posted by Taylor | March 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Informative and very effective
Lisa was definitely able to help my case. The prosecution wanted to press full charges against me but was she was able to get me the minimum sentence and also provided me with multiple options on how to help me with my case and how each outcome would play out
Lisa Michelle Figueroa's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lisa for over 10 years. She is a truly special individual. Not only is she smart, hard working and experienced, but she is also kind, caring and empathetic. Her clients love her and so do her colleagues. Excellent attorney and human being."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledgeable and cares a great deal about her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. During my time as a prosecutor, I worked on several cases against Ms. Figueroa and she has always been very professional and good to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Figueroa for many years. I have also observed her numerous times in court. She is very professional, knowledgeable, & fights hard for her clients. She is well-liked & respected by her peers as well as by the judges."
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"I endorse this lawyer. As mentioned in her client reviews, attorney Figueroa cares about her clients and works hard on their behalf. She is well respected in the legal community and has impressive credentials. I highly recommend thi attorney to anyone in need of an excellent criminal defense attorney,"
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"I highly endorse this lawyer. Having worked with her on cases, I know attorney Figueroa to be a smart, tenacious, and caring advocate for her clients."
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"Lisa is a highly respected attorney. She is dedicated to her clients and is a very hard worker."
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Experience
Honors
2020
2020 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
2009 Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2006
AV, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Legal Eagle, Office of the Public Defender
N/A
Client's Choice, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Top Contributor, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Founding Attorney, Florida Defense Team PA
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Florida Defense Team
2004 - 2005
Associate, David Fussell & Associates, P.A.
2004 - 2020
President, The Figueroa Law Firm, P.A.
2003 - 2004
Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender (9th Circuit)
Associations
2011 - Present
Hispanic Chamber of CommerceMember
2004 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - 2015
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - 2008
Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2015
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. V.F.
Not guilty verdict
State v. L.O.
Found NOT GUILTY by jury.
State v. M.S.
Client found NOT GUILTY by the jury
State v. I.R.
Jury found him Not Guilty of all charges
Education
2003
The Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Central Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1998
Valencia Community College
Associate
Speaking Engagements
2015
Teach-In
Know Your Rights
2009
Junior Achievement
Becoming a Lawyer
Publications
2011
KnightNews.com
Legal Analyst - trial Coverage
2011
Plancher Trial Coverage
Boxing Match with Words
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are statue of limitations in Florida for check fraud (forgery)?
05 Dec 2012
Q&A
Will my pending charge show up on my level 2 background check if i was arrested on nov 8 andf did my fingerprints nov 15
15 Nov 2012
Q&A
Florida Unemployment Compensation question. What is RAAC?
18 Oct 2012