Atty. Richard Ivan Bellis

Atty. Richard Ivan Bellis

Richard Ivan Bellis is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, homicide and 15 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Richard Ivan Bellis at a glance

Richard Ivan Bellis is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Law Offices of Richard Bellis. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, dv defense, and violent crimes. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1987). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1987) and University of Florida (B.A., 1983). Active member of American Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Ivan Bellis is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, homicide and 15 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Richard practices at Law Offices of Richard Bellis in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Ivan Bellis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Ivan Bellis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Violent Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Richard Ivan Bellis

Where is Richard Ivan Bellis's law office located?
Richard Ivan Bellis's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Law Offices of Richard Bellis. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Ivan Bellis handle?
Richard Ivan Bellis focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, dv defense, violent crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Richard Ivan Bellis practiced law?
Richard Ivan Bellis has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Richard Ivan Bellis go to law school?
Richard Ivan Bellis earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Richard Ivan Bellis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1987
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1987

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