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Henry George Ferro

Ferro and Gourley, P.A.
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Juvenile Law ...
  • Florida, Middle District of Florida, Northern District of Florida, Southern District of Florida, Western District of Pennsylvania
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Biography

I have been practicing law for more than 35 years, including a five year stint as a circuit judge in the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida.
As an experienced litigator, in both state and federal court, I have aggressively represented clients at all levels of trial courts from criminal traffic matters to first degree murder charges. In the civil courts, I have represented clients in a range of cases involving contracts, business litigation, family matters, personal injury case, professional negligence matters (Medical Malpractice), defamation and cases involving fraud.
I have also had the pleasure of being the City Attorney for the Village of Biscayne Park, Florida, during the fiscal years of 1999-2001.
I am proudly serving as the Legal Counsel for the Marion County School Board Superintendent.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    VISA, MASTERCARD AND DISCOVER
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
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Middle District of Florida
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Northern District of Florida
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Southern District of Florida
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Western District of Pennsylvania
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Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
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Languages
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Founding Partner
Ferro and Gourley, P.A.
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Circuit Judge, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City Attorney
Village of Biscayne Park
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Founding Partner
Ferro and Lehr, P.A.
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CRIMINAL AND CIVIL TRIAL; ADMINISTRATIVE LAW; AND APPELLATE LAW
Circuit Judge
State of Florida
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Criminal, Civil, Juvenile, Family and Appellate Divisions; Representative of the Third District Court to Florida Conference of Circuit Judges
Attorney
Law Offices of Henry G. Ferro
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Attorney in Private Practice (Criminal, Civil and Administrative Law)
Education
University of Dayton School of Law
J.D. (1983)
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Honors: Phi Delta Phi Lega Fraternity (Magistrate)
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University of Miami
B.A. (1978) | History and Political Science
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Honors: History Honor Society; Political Honor Society
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University of Florida
History and Political Science
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Activities: President of Simpson Hall, Student Government
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Awards
Fraternal Order of Police, Recognition for Representation of Law Enforcement Personnel in Marion County Florida
Ferro and Gourley, PA
Regarding the representation of David Cizmadia regarding an on duty shooting.
Fraternal Order of Police, Recognition for Representation of Law Enforcement Personnel in Marion County Florida
Ferro and Gourley, PA
Regarding the representation of David Cizmadia regarding an on duty shooting.
Fraternal Order of Police, Recognition for Representation of Law Enforcement Personnel in Marion County Florida
Ferro and Gourley, PA
Regarding the representation of David Cizmadia regarding an on duty shooting.
Professional Associations
Federal Bar Association  # 115320
Member
- Current
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American Judges Association
Member
- Current
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Florida State Bar  # 367648
Member
- Current
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Florida Conference of Circuit Judges
Member and 3RD DCA Representative
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Legal Answers
358 Questions Answered
Q. An individual that hired me to paint his house has filed a false report against me with local, state, fed. What can I d
A: Hire a competent lawyer...and don't have any further communication with this man...Document everything regarding this matter.
Q. My husband is being charged with attempt murder 2nd degree. It was a form of self defense. Will he have to serve time?
A: From your account, he should not plead guilty to this case. A note of concern is his fleeing from the scene. If you are not happy with your lawyer, find one that will.
Q. After an arrest, can the officer place you in the car with windows up and engine off while he finishes his investigation
A: This is an interesting question and you are protected by the constitution against cruel and unusual punishment. Given your fact pattern, I don’t believe that the actions of the officer rise to that level, the intervention by the deputy was appropriate and kept the situation from the escalating to the point of it being actionable.
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Ocala, FL, USA
Telephone: (352) 369-8888
Fax: (352) 351-4042
Ferro and Gourley, P.A.
108 North Magnolia Avenue
Seventh Floor
Ocala, FL 34475
Telephone: (352) 369-8888
Cell: (352) 266-2498
Fax: (352) 351-4042