Atty. Howard Scott Hecker
Mr. Howard Scott Hecker is a lawyer practicing criminal appellate, criminal law, state and federal criminal defense and 1 other area of law.
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Howard Scott Hecker is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Law Offices of H. Scott Hecker, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Cir (1986), Federal Court for the Southern District of Florida (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1986) and University of Florida (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American and Broward County Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Howard Scott Hecker is a lawyer practicing criminal appellate, criminal law, state and federal criminal defense and 1 other area of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1977, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Howard practices at Law Offices of H. Scott Hecker, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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