About Adam

Attorney Adam D. Harmelin

Adam Harmelin has spent his career on one side of the courtroom, defending people who have been arrested and charged with crimes. When you call him, you speak with him.

Call Adam: (954) 294-9372 Free case review

A career spent defending people

Attorney Adam D. Harmelin knew early in his career that he wanted to be a criminal defense attorney. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree with honors from the University of Florida in 1994, where he studied criminal justice, and graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in 1997. While in law school at UM, he took an unpaid internship at the Broward County Public Defender’s Office, which settled his career path. Since then, he never looked back.

Adam has devoted his legal career to defending individuals arrested and charged with crimes. Throughout his career, he has defended thousands of people throughout the State of Florida. If you are accused of a crime in State or Federal Court, you should put this devotion to work for you.

In the courtroom

While in private practice, Mr. Harmelin has obtained numerous not guilty verdicts, including winning the Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Hat Trick Award for three consecutive not guilty verdicts in a calendar year. A selection of his results is on the case results page. Every case is different, and past results do not predict the outcome of another case. Please read the case results disclaimer.

Personal service

When you call attorney Adam Harmelin, you will speak with him. Throughout his career in private practice, Adam has always listed his cellular telephone on his business card and website.

The reason is simple. Accessibility to your attorney is important! My clients never complain that they cannot reach me. I am available to speak with my clients during business hours, nights, weekends and holidays.

Call (954) 294-9372 to speak directly with Adam.

Practice areas

Education

  • J.D., University of Miami School of Law, 1997
  • B.A. with honors, University of Florida, 1994

Bar and court admissions

  • The Florida Bar, 1997
  • Florida State Courts
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida

Memberships and recognition

  • Member, Criminal Law Section of The Florida Bar
  • AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell
  • Superb rating as a criminal defense attorney on Avvo
  • Recognized as a Top 100 trial lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers
  • Rated 10 Best Attorneys for client satisfaction by the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

The office

Adam D. Harmelin, P.A. is in downtown Fort Lauderdale at 110 SE 6th Street, Suite 1700, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Contact Adam or call (954) 294-9372.

Case results

A few of Adam’s results

All case results

Charges Dismissed and Reduced

Delivery of Cannabis, Delivery of Cannabis and Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Sell

Defendant was arrested in connection with two separate drug deals which resulted in law enforcement obtaining a search warrant for the residence. Attorney Adam Harmelin filed a Motion to Disclose the Confidential Informant which was granted by the court. Following the State’s failure to disclose the confidential informant, Attorney Adam Harmelin filed a Motion to Dismiss all charges. Prior to the hearing on the Motion, Adam negotiated a plea wherein the State agreed to dismiss the Delivery counts and reduce the Felony Possession with Intent to a simple misdemeanor Possession of Cannabis. The Defendant was not convicted, did not lose his license and was only ordered to pay court costs. (LW)

Charge Reduced

DUI

Defendant was stopped for driving on the wrong side of the road and running a red light. The officer smelled the odor of alcohol, observed blood shot/watery eyes and slurred speech. Following the field sobriety exercises, the defendant was arrested and charged with DUI. Attorney Adam Harmelin negotiated a plea where the State reduced the charge to a Reckless Driving with no conviction. The defendant did not lose his license and was only ordered to pay court costs. (DC)

Charge Reduced

Sexual Battery and Lewd or Lascivious Conduct

Defendant was arrested and charged with Sexual Battery Upon a Child and Lewd or Lascivious Conduct after being accused of having sexual intercourse with a 9-year old which is a capital felony punishable by life in prison. Attorney Adam Harmelin negotiated a reduction in charge that resulted in the defendant receiving a probation sentence without jail or prison. (WG)

Every case is different, and past results do not predict the outcome of any other case. Read the case results disclaimer.

Talk to Adam about your case

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