Miguel C Fernandez, III
Law Office of Miguel C. Fernandez III, P.A.
1401 Lee Street
Suite D
Fort Myers, FL 33901
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Phone: (239) 337-0123 | Fax: (239) 337-3243
http://www.fernandezlaw.org/
Justice For All / Justicia Para Todos
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
We handle all criminal cases, regardless of whether they are Federal, State or Juvenile. We represent and defend clients in civil traffic court, DUIs, suspended license and criminal traffic cases, theft, domestic violence, criminal mischief and various other misdemeanor, county/municipal ordinance violations as well as drug/trafficking, property crimes, fraud/insurance crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes and all other felony prosecutions.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Animal Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
Automotive
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DUI / DWI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Open Container
- Parking Tickets & Towing
- Traffic Violations
Computer Crimes
- Hacking
- Malicious Code
- Unauthorized Access
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drug Crime
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
Environmental Violations
False Identification
Felonies
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Insurance Claims
- Money Laundering
- Racketeering & RICO
- Smuggling
- Tax Evasion & Fraud
- Wire Transfer
Grand Jury Proceedings
Juvenile Crime
Misdemeanors
Perjury
Plea Negotiation
Probation
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Search & Seizure
Sex Crimes
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Trafficking in Women
Victims' Rights
Violent Crimes
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Bar Admissions
FL, Oct 1988
Bar Number: 775584
Other Court Admissions
Florida.
Association Memberships
Florida Bar, Federal Bar, Lee County Bar, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, etc.
Continuing Education
I always exceed the required number of continuing legal education (CLE) hours.
Example Cases
Due to client-attorney confidentiality, we do not share information about prior cases. For more about our firm, please feel free to visit http://fernandezlaw.org.
Education
Syracuse University - College of Law
J.D.
Syracuse
NY
1988
Syracuse University - Maxwell School
M.P.A.
Syracuse
NY
1988
Seton Hall University
B.A.
South Orange
NJ
1985
Political Science
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Florida
Firm Focus and History
Our firm was established in April of 1990 and for more than 20 years has been fighting for the rights of the criminally accused. Our job is to competently represent the accused in court regardless of the crime alleged. We will fight to preserve your rights, protect your interests and make sure you get your fair day in court. Our goals include preparing your defense, aggressively challenging the government's evidence and seeking to secure the most favorable outcome of your case.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to going into private practice, I worked as an Assistant State Attorney (1988 to 1990) with the State Attorney's Office in Fort Myers.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is essential for our clients to educate themselves about the legal process in general and their particular criminal case. The better informed our client is, the more likely that they will not have a similar legal problem in the future.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
In order to better represent our client's interests, we always seek to learn as much about them and their circumstances as possible. To that end, we encourage our clients to share with us as much information as possible.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
We rarely, if ever, recommend that a client represent themselves in court. The legal process, rules of procedure, and evidence code are difficult to understand and master. Individuals without formal legal training will often find themselves at a disadvantage when proceeding pro se. Nonetheless, we can and will attempt to educate as well as inform them as best we can should they still seek to take that approach.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
When I was a teenager I became very interested in the law and jury trials by watching television shows like Perry Mason. I developed such a great appreciation for the law/courtroom drama that I decided to go to law school and become a trial lawyer.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Getting involved in my community (legal and non-legal) gave me a better sense of the human condition, which is essential to becoming a great lawyer.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I enjoyed criminal law because it deals with fundamental liberty and justice, more so than any other area of practice.
What do you like best about your career?
Helping people deal with and resolve their legal problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me. I also have a wonderful and very capable legal assistant, who has been with me for more than 17 years.
What are your strengths and style?
I consider myself very personable and loyal to your defense.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy music, movies, sports, and travel.
Office Manager/Assistant
Kimberly
Fax
(239) 337-3243
Office Hours
Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
I speak fluent Spanish.
Additional Offices
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1999
Fort Myers, FL 33902
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I mostly have lump-sum retainer agreements and am willing to offer a 5% discount to Nolo referral clients.
Hourly Rates
$250 to $350.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes.
Typical Retainer
$1,500 to $2,000 retainer for misdemeanor/criminal traffic cases.
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