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Criminal Defense

            1.      I was charged with a crime in Florida. Do I need to hire a Miami criminal defense attorney?

Whether facing misdemeanor or felony charges, you should hire a Miami criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Antonio G. Jimenez is a skilled Florida defense attorney who works aggressively to build a strong defense and protect your rights.

            2.      What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony in Florida?

In Florida, misdemeanors are less serious crimes handled by the County Court unless there is an accompanying felony charge. While misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in jail, felonies are serious crimes that carry penalties of multiple years in prison, life in prison, or in severe cases—the death penalty. The Circuit Court handles felony cases.

           3.      How long does it take to get my criminal record sealed or expunged in Florida?

Miami Expungement Attorney Antonio G. Jimenez can have your criminal case sealed or expunged in about six (6) months.  The longest delay is in getting a certificate of eligibility from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement in Tallahassee, which takes about four (4) months.  Once received, Miami Record Sealing and Expungement Attorney Antonio G. Jimenez can then file the petition in court and get your criminal record expunged or sealed in Miami.

            4.      I violated my probation in Miami; I’m I going to jail?

Miami Probation Violation Attorney Antonio G. Jimenez can assist you in avoiding jail time or in reducing your exposure for probation violations in Miami.  You are always facing jail when you violate probation in Miami but there are ways that Probation Violation Attorney in Miami Antonio G. Jimenez can assist you in either getting you back on probation with some new conditions but no jail time or minimal jail time but probation is over and once you leave jail, usually after a short period of time, you no longer have to worry about probation.  The key is to get a probation violation attorney involved in your violation as soon as you know that you have violated your probation in Miami.

Real Estate

            5.      Why should I hire a Florida real estate attorney before buying a house in Miami?

If you are buying a house, a Miami real estate attorney can conduct a thorough title and lien search to make sure the home’s title is clear. In addition, an experienced Miami real estate lawyer can help your closing go more smoothly by preparing all of the title insurance and closing documents.  

            6.      How can a Miami real estate attorney help me sell my house? 

When you are selling a house, a Miami real estate agent can assist help you in properly disclosing material defects. Florida real estate lawyer, Antonio G. Jimenez, will also attend the closing with you to ensure that any issues that arise are handled quickly.

Legal Fees

            7.  What are your legal fees and do you accept credit cards and payment plans?

Miami attorney Antonio G. Jimenez charges a flat fee for all legal representation.  There is no hourly billing so you know your legal costs of front and are not surprised by a large bill halfway through the representation.  There are no legal fees for real estate clients that are buying or selling a property so long as the firm is the title agency handling the title and closing.  For expunging or sealing your criminal record, the firm charges a flat fee of $625.00 including costs.  For all other matters, the legal fee is dependent on the complexity of the case.  After consulting with you over the phone, Mr. Jimenez will quote you a price for his services.  For consultations in person there is a fee of $100.00 for a 30 minute consultation, which will be credited to your invoice if the firm is retained.  All phone consultations are always free and have no time limit (within reason).  Credit cards are accepted for all legal matters.  Payment plans are available for all matters but the payment terms are heavily dependent on how much you are able to pay upfront.  Mr. Jimenez has reduced his fees from time to time for families facing severe financial hardship but can come up with a reasonable amount of money but nothing else.  Call Mr. Jimenez to discuss your particular situation today and he will work with you to ensure that hiring a lawyer in Miami does not add to your stress.

For more information about criminal defense or real estate please contact Miami attorney Antonio G. Jimenez for a free phone consultation.