Atty. Merrilee Ehrlich
Hon. Merrilee Ehrlich is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law, traffic law and 2 other areas of law.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Plantation, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Merrilee Ehrlich at a Glance
Merrilee Ehrlich is a Cir. J. based in Plantation, Florida. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979) and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1979) and Boston University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Plantation, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Merrilee Ehrlich
- Hon. Merrilee Ehrlich is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law, traffic law and 2 other areas of law
- Merrilee received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Merrilee practices in Plantation, FL
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Merrilee Ehrlich's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Merrilee Ehrlich handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Plantation.
Criminal Defense in Plantation
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Family Law in Plantation
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Juvenile Law in Plantation
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Plantation
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 Plantation 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 venue, 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.
Plantation Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Plantation-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Plantation Choose Merrilee Ehrlich
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Merrilee Ehrlich's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Merrilee Ehrlich brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida and U.S. Supreme Court, Merrilee Ehrlich can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and juvenile, Merrilee Ehrlich can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Plantation
A Plantation-based practice means Merrilee Ehrlich attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Merrilee Ehrlich Handles in Plantation
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