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CRIMINAL LAWYER IN MIAMI, FL

Our dedicated team of criminal law attorneys can provide swift and aggressive legal representation for a variety of clients. Ama-Mariya Hoffenden and her team are experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your case’s positive outcome.

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If you’re in need of criminal law attorneys in Miami who will vigorously pursue all avenues for justice, then the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden, PLLC are here for you.
Our defense attorneys have decades of combined experience with impressive backgrounds in criminal defense and unmatched records for aggressively defending their clients in a court of law.
The passion we have for work shines through in every case, and our plethora of courtroom successes is a testament to the tireless way in which every one of our attorneys handles a case.

Why Hire Our Criminal Defense Firm?

Clients come to the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden for our 7+ years of experience, commitment to providing quality and affordable representation, and our understanding of the local community.
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We have extensive experience working with the prosecutors and courts in the Miami area, giving us an advantage over other criminal lawyers from out of town.

We aggressively pursue justice by formulating intelligent and well-thought-out routes for your case.

With Ama-Mariya Hoffenden and the team, you get:
- Decades of combined experience
- Local knowledge
- Unmatched communication and representation
- A great track record with a huge number of court wins
- Consultations to help our team better understand your case
- Services offered in multiple languages, including English, Russian, and Ukrainian

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Full-Service Miami Criminal Defense Attorney

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How we work

case creation

A case can be won or lost based on the questions asked right at the very beginning of your case. We establish a strong case or defense by establishing the facts, determining liability, and calculating damages right at the start, and preparing for all eventualities.

Our expert lawyers are always one step ahead.

Consultation on Your Case

We always begin with an initial consultation. So if you’re not sure about your next step, our lawyers are available over the phone to talk details.

You’ll have an opportunity to ask any questions you might have, and we’ll ask you more about your case to determine the best action to take. We determine which laws apply to you and whether we think you have a case worth pursuing.

Getting Started on Your Case

Once we’ve determined that you have a case, we’ll get to work evaluating the details and creating a plan of action with our team of attorneys and investigators.

We determine the appropriate deadlines, offer you a risk assessment, and establish the terms under which we’ll represent you. We’ll also notify opposing parties and counsel and get your case moving.

Successful Completion of the Case

We are proud to say that we have a fantastic record defending our clients and obtaining justice.

Whether you’re seeking compensation or defending yourself in a criminal or civil suit, we’ll successfully complete your case based on the facts and evidence we established right at the beginning.

We give you the best chance of succeeding with careful, strategic planning.

our team

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Ama-Mariya Hoffenden

Leading Attorney / Founder

Olena Green

Senior Litigation AnalyST

Martin Hoffenden

Of-Counsel

Tatsiana Bartash

legal assistant

Reviews

Редкое сочетание качеств в одном человеке: Порядочность Высокий профессионализм Личное обаяние. Очень рекомендую.

Yevgeniy Shaboldin

Порядочный и внимательный адвокат. Всегда на связи и всегда держит в курсе. Самое главное: Ама-Мария смогла добиться наилучших результатов для нас. Огромное спасибо! Очень рекомендую

Анастасия Коробова

Очень понравилось отношение! Настоящие профессионалы Мария и её мама Олена - отличный тандем, все делают от души, видно что они на своем месте. Грамотные, внимательные и вежливые. Рекомендую всем, кому нужна помощь по юридическим вопросам! СПАСИБО ВАМ!!!!

Ksenya Ivanova

Ама Мария Хоффенден- самый лучший адвокат во Флориде. Настоящий профессионал своего дела. С ее помощью мне одобрили статус на интервью. Рекомендую!!!

Arai FL

Ама Мария и Олена – отличная команда профессионалов своего дела. Они находят выходы из, казалось бы, безвыходных ситуаций и делают все возможное, чтобы дело клиента разрешилось наилучшим способом. Благодаря их помощи и поддержке, мы с мужем получили политическое убежище за рекордно короткий срок. С удовольствием рекомендую их всем, кому нужны эмиграционные услуги – вы можете не сомневаться, что вы в надежных руках!

Анна Акумова

Качеству и сроками работы Амы-Марии и Олены, стоит поучиться многим местным адвокатам. На первой нашей встрече, мне кратко и по полочкам разложили все возможные варианты моего дела. Это люди слова. Сказали - сделали! И всё это - в кратчайшие сроки. Я был приятно удивлен! Молодцы! Спасибо! Рекомендую!!!

Александр Борисович

One of the TOP attorneys in South Florida! Highly recommended!

Eric Stepanov

Hands down the best attorney in the Miami area and extremely professional! Would recommend her to anybody 10 out of 10 times!!!

Glen Berison

High professionalism, punctuality and quick action are characteristic of this person. Nice in communication and in relation to the client. I recommend.

Roman Gasiuk

Great! Thank you guys. You are rock.

Eugene Rodin

I highly recommend Mrs. Hoffenden! She is not only knowledgeable and detail oriented, she's a fierce advocate who works tirelessly. She is very professional throughout the entire process.

Betty Verdecia

I recommend this amazing stuff . Very professional!

Vasila Queen

Amazing team of professionals. I am happy my path crossed with Ama as she truly is a dedicated and very genuine lawyer. I would recommend her to anyone who wants their case to be handled in the best possible way.

SN Ksenya

Ama-Mariya is a great lawyer! She pays attention to every detail. Always stays in touch. And more important is that she achieved the best results in my case! I could not be more grateful!

Geo Philadelphia

If you need the help of a honest professional, and decent lawyer, contact the Law Office of Ama Mariya Hoffdenden. I heard about them from my friends, whom they helped to win the cases. Ama Mariya and Olena Green, helped me several times to solve various problems. They are always aimed at successfully solving a problem, regardless of personal gain. They are high level professionals and amazing people. Ama Mariya's phone number is saved in my phone as an emergency contact. Because she is 100% trustworthy!

Nikolay Almukhametov

Ama Mariya, es excelente. Me ayudo cada paso del tramite y me guio en la mejor manera posible para hacer todo lo mas rapido y efectivamente posible. No dudo en decirme cuando algo estaba malo pero lo mas importante de todo es que arreglo todos los errores que yo habia tenido con mi "abogado" anterior. Gracias a Ana Maria mi proceso de asilo ha sido exitoso. Gracias nuevamente Ama Mariya.

R Veloz

The best lawyer in Florida. I recommend to everyone.👍👍👍

Виолетта Анисимова

Blessed to find a bilingual attorney in this region she has been so efficient and dedicated in helping my family who are not proficient in English. 5 Stars if you need your papers please go here and dont waste time anywhere else, most likely you will have to come here to fix the mess of someone else. this is a TOP attorney thank you Ama Hoffenden for everything!

wicked lette

I highly recommend the services of Ama Mariya Hoffenden! A real professional with a strong work ethic who wins cases and a wonderful person! The whole experience was great and we’ll be forever grateful!

Galina Fonderkina

If you are looking for a great immigration lawyer:Attorney Ama-Mariya Hoffenden is truly the best attorney in Florida!! She did an outstanding legal work, very knowledgeble and a great communicator. Definitely made us realize that we were in great hands. Besides being an outstanding professional, she has very nice personality. Ama-Mariya goes above and beyond for her clients. Highly recommend her to everyone!!!!

Lanita Parra

Very good relationship to clients and always happy to help. Always supported through our immigration process every step of the way. I highly recommend this law firm. Olena always very helpful and provides personal touch. Thank you

Eva Samitova

Ama and her associates are nothing but great. O've know Ama for years and her professionalism stands out in a matter of seconds once you meet with her. just amazing.

marcel perdomo

Ama-Mariya Hoffenden is highly skilled professional who was able to dismiss my case. I definitely recommend this attorney! Everyone in her office is very friendly and helpful. I am very satisfied with their work.

Tania Mia

Полный спектор иммиграционного сервиса, а также предлагаются услуги криминальной защиты. High level of expertise and care.

Julia Feoktistova

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Знаю Марию очень долгое время, с самых первых дней Она зарекомендовала себя как отличный специалист. В law office Марии я обращался с разными кейсами, все они были благополучно решены. Definitely recommend.

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FAQs About Criminal Defense Lawyer Services

Got questions about our local Miami criminal defense services? Take a look at these answers to some of the most common questions we receive or give us a call if you want to know more!

When should you hire a criminal defense attorney?

A criminal defense attorney is your best shot at justice, as well as the best shot at reducing your possible sentence. You should call as soon as you can after being arrested, but we know that it isn’t always possible.
The sooner you contact our team, the sooner we can build a sound case and prevent you from accidentally doing or something that might negatively affect the outcome of your case.

What should I look for when hiring a criminal defense attorney?

We think that the best criminal defense attorney is one with years of experience and a proven track record, one with local experience working with prosecutors and courts connected to your case, and one that will be communicative and easy to work with.
The right criminal defense attorney should be enthusiastic to help you, and the team here at the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden, PLLC, offers enthusiasm, communication, experience, and more.

Should I answer law enforcement’s questions?

We advise that you always refrain from answering any questions that law enforcement asks you as doing so could further incriminate you and complicate your case.
You may tell law enforcement officers your name and other identifying questions, but you are legally and constitutionally entitled to respond to other questions by telling officers, “I want to speak to a lawyer” or “I have the right to remain silent.”

How much does a good criminal lawyer in Miami cost?

The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends entirely on the specifics of your case, the amount of research that needs to be performed, and the length of your case. Thankfully, the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden, PLLC offers competitive and transparent pricing structures.
For both hourly fees and overall cost, you’ll always know what you should expect to pay before we begin the work.