35+ Years of Experience
The attorneys at Fernandez & Hernandez have over 35+ years combined legal experience.
2 Nominations
Both attorneys nominated as best criminal attorney for Best Lawyers Magazine.
500+ Trials
More than 500+ criminal trials between both attorneys in the firm.
5 Star Reviews
The firms attorneys has received several stellar reviews from clients and other attorneys.
Tampa Criminal Trial Attorneys
About Our Firm
At Fernandez & Hernandez, LLC, our Tampa criminal defense lawyers protect the rights of clients from the moment the criminal accusation is made to the final resolution of the case.
We represent clients throughout Tampa, Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Polk County, Manatee, Sarasota Count, Pasco County, Hernando County, and throughout the State of Florida. With decades of combined experience, including time spent as former prosecutors, you can rest assured that your case is being represented by an attorney who understands the tactics used by the prosecution
Solid Law Practice
Daniel J. Fernandez and Martin J. Hernandez are consistently rated among the top criminal defense lawyers by our peers, major independent legal authorities, and others in the community.
Experience Counts
We are known to “go to the mats” for our clients. That carries extraordinary weight and respect with prosecutors and other lawyers. Both Daniel J. Fernandez and Martin J. Hernandez have more than 500 trials between them.
Award Winning Firm
The law firm was nominated as one of the best small businesses to work for in Hillsborough County by the Tampa Chamber of Commerce. Clearly, we strive to be the best lawyers and get the best results possible for our clients.
Bi-Lingual
Both attorneys and all staff members in the firm speak fluent Spanish.


If you or a loved one needs a criminal defense attorney, call us for a free consultation to discuss the case.
7 Days a Week / 24 Hours a Day
Areas of Practice
Individuals, businesses and alleged criminal enterprises can be charged with extortion and public officials and law enforcement officers may be charged with extortion if they accept money illegally in exchange for performing certain actions.
Why Work with Us
Free Consultation
FREE consultation direct with one of our attorneys. No questions asked!
We Protect Your Rights
Our Tampa criminal defense lawyers protect the rights of clients from the moment the criminal accusation is made to the final resolution of the case.
We Fight for Tampa Bay
We represent clients throughout Tampa, Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Polk County, Manatee, Sarasota Count, Pasco County, Hernando County, and throughout the State of Florida.
35+ Years Combined Experience
With decades of combined experience, including time spent as former prosecutors, you can rest assured that your case is being represented by an attorney who understands the tactics used by the prosecution.
Top Criminal Law Firm
Solid reputation and consistently rated among the top criminal defense lawyers by their peers, major independent legal authorities, and others in the community.
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