Michael James-Romano White

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Michael James-Romano White: Attorney with Michael White, P.A.

Biography

Criminal Defense Attorney | Former Prosecutor | Trusted Advocate in South FloridaMichael White is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a reputation for tenacious advocacy and strategic legal insight. As a former prosecutor and the former General Counsel for the Broward County Police Benevolent Association, he brings a rare and valuable perspective to every case he defends.Michael focuses his practice exclusively on criminal defense, representing clients throughout Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties in cases ranging from DUI and drug crimes to white-collar offenses, violent crimes, and weapons charges. He has successfully defended clients in both state and federal court, often leveraging constitutional challenges, forensic scrutiny, and procedural defenses to obtain dismissals, acquittals, and favorable plea deals.Clients value Michael for his courtroom experience, transparent communication, and unwavering commitment to their rights and future. Whether you’re facing your first arrest or a serious felony charge, he provides personalized, aggressive representation designed to protect your record and restore your peace of mind.Practice Areas:DUI & Traffic OffensesDrug CrimesDomestic ViolenceWhite Collar & Economic CrimesViolent CrimesRecord Sealing & ExpungementRisk Protection Orders (Red Flag Laws)Federal Criminal DefenseBar Admissions:FloridaU.S. District Court for the Southern District of FloridaEducation:J.D., The George Washington University Law School, 2003B.A., Tulane University, 1999Website: https://www.michaelwhiteesq.comPhone: (954) 270-0769Office: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Areas of Practice (17)

  • DUI
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Crimes
  • Theft & Fraud
  • Violent Crimes
  • Gun Crimes
  • Sex Crimes
  • Property Crimes
  • Juvenile Crimes
  • Economic Crimes
  • Traffic Crimes
  • Probation Violations
  • Search & Seizure
  • Sealing & Expungement
  • Injunctions
  • Risk Protection Orders
  • Obstruction

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Tulane University, B.A., History, cum laude, 1999
Law School Attended:
George Washington University Law School, J.D., with honors, 2003
Year of First Admission:
2004
Admission:
2004, New York; 2018, Florida; United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida; United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Languages:
Spanish and English
ISLN:
1000543502

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