Atty. Scott H. Behnke

Atty. Scott H. Behnke

Mr. Scott H.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (754) 295-3173 Book Appointment

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About Scott H. Behnke at a glance

Scott H. Behnke is a criminal defense, government, and aviation attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1980) and Texas (1988). Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Scott H. Behnke is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, government, aviation
  • Scott has been licensed for 46 years
  • Scott practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott H. Behnke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott H. Behnke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

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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 Scott H. Behnke

Where is Scott H. Behnke's law office located?
Scott H. Behnke's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott H. Behnke handle?
Scott H. Behnke focuses on criminal defense, government, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Scott H. Behnke practiced law?
Scott H. Behnke has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1980
Texas
Admitted: 1988

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