Atty. Peter Thomas Patanzo

Atty. Peter Thomas Patanzo

Peter Thomas Patanzo is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, federal crime and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from Touro College - Jacob D.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Peter Thomas Patanzo is an Associate based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Benjamin & Aaronson, P.A.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Florida (1999). Educated at St. Thomas University (J.D., 1999) and Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center Syracuse University (B.S., 1995). Active member of The Florida Bar (Member, Grievance Committee, 2005—) Broward County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Thomas Patanzo is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, federal crime and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Peter practices at Benjamin & Aaronson, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Thomas Patanzo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Thomas Patanzo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Thomas Patanzo

Where is Peter Thomas Patanzo's law office located?
Peter Thomas Patanzo's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Benjamin & Aaronson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Thomas Patanzo handle?
Peter Thomas Patanzo focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Peter Thomas Patanzo practiced law?
Peter Thomas Patanzo has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Peter Thomas Patanzo go to law school?
Peter Thomas Patanzo earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Peter Thomas Patanzo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Thomas University
- 1999
B.S.
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center Syracuse University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1999

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