Frank G. Fernandez
Helping You with All Your Legal Needs
* Both fields are required
Biography
Frank Fernandez has been practicing law for over 26 years in the Tampa Bay area and Hillsborough County.
In 1992 he received his undergraduate degree from St. Louis University, which he attended under a full academic scholarship.
He received his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law in 1995 and became a member of he Florida Bar later that year.
Frank has appeared on behalf of his clients at the trial and appellate level in Federal and State courts all throughout Florida.
He has dedicated his legal career to specialize in Personal Injury and Criminal Defense.
As a personal injury lawyer, Frank uses his legal experience to aggressively litigate cases for injury victims seeking compensation for damages.
Whether a simple or complex case, his dedication and strong representation has helped them recover millions of dollars in settlements.
Mr. Fernandez is also very effective as a criminal defense attorney in working with his clients immediately after an arrest has occurred.
This often prevents felony and misdemeanor charges from being formally filed. He is also known for helping to reduce fines and sentencing.
Frank’s dedication to each of his client’s unique circumstances that has earned him a reputation of always going above and beyond their expectations.
AWARDS:Million Dollar Advocates Forum: 2020
BirdEye Best Lawyer Award: 2019
Client Champion Award: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021
Client Distinction Award: 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016
Top Lawyers in Florida: 2018
Expertise Top Personal Injury Lawyers Award: 2016 and 2018
Tampa Small Business Excellence Award: 2017
Most Honored Professionals Award: 2016
Best of Tampa Award for Personal Injury Law: 2016
Martindale-Hubbell 15 & 20 Year Anniversary Awards for Serving the Tampa Bay Community: 2011 and 2016
MEMBERSHIPS:Hillsborough County Bar Association
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association
Tampa Bay Hispanic Bar Association
Florida Justice Association
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
White Collar Crime
DUI & DWI
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Fernandez Law Group
Year: 1996 - Current
Description: Through his law firm, the Fernandez Law Group, Tampa Lawyer Frank G. Fernandez has appeared on behalf of his clients at the trial and appellate level in Federal and State courts all throughout Florida. He has dedicated his legal career to specialize in Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. As a personal injury lawyer, Frank uses his legal experience to aggressively litigate cases for injury victims seeking compensation for damages. Whether a simple or complex case, his dedication and strong representation has helped them recover millions of dollars in settlements. Mr. Fernandez is also very effective as a criminal defense attorney in working with his clients immediately after an arrest has occurred. This often prevents felony and misdemeanor charges from being formally filed. He is also known for helping to reduce fines and sentencing. Frank’s dedication to each of his client’s unique circumstances that has earned him a reputation of always going above and beyond their expectations.
Professional Associations
Florida Justice Association (Current)
Tampa Bay Hispanic Bar Association (Current)
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association (Current)
Hillsborough County Bar Association (Current)
Awards
-
Client Distinction Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2015.0
Note: Tampa Attorney Frank Fernandez was recognized by his clients for excellence in Quality of Service, Overall Value, Responsiveness and Communication Ability in 2015.
-
15 Years proudly serving the Hillsborough County and Tampa Bay region of Florida
Martindale-Hubbell 2011.0
-
Client Distinction Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2013.0
Note: Tampa Attorney Frank Fernandez was recognized by his clients for excellence in Quality of Service, Overall Value, Responsiveness and Communication Ability in 2013.
-
Client Distinction Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2014.0
Note: Tampa Attorney Frank Fernandez was recognized by his clients for excellence in Quality of Service, Overall Value, Responsiveness and Communication Ability in 2014.
-
20 Years proudly serving the Hillsborough County and Tampa Bay region of Florida
Martindale-Hubbell 2015.0
Note: In 2015, Frank received another award from Martindale-Hubbell in recognition for his continued service in the Tampa Bay area for 20 years.
-
Client Distinction Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2016.0
Note: Tampa Attorney Frank Fernandez was recognized by his clients for excellence in Quality of Service, Overall Value, Responsiveness and Communication Ability in 2016
-
Best Lawyer
BirdEye 2019.0
Note: Fernandez Law Group has been identified as one of the best law firms in America and one of the Top 10 law offices serving the Tampa Bay area in the inaugural BirdEye Best Business Awards based on client satisfaction and a strong overall success in online reviews.
-
Client Champion Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2018.0
Note: A 2018 Client Champion award was presented to Tampa Lawyer Frank Fernandez for receiving exceptional reviews from his clients.
-
Client Champion Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2017.0
Note: A 2017 Client Champion award was presented to Tampa Lawyer Frank Fernandez for receiving exceptional reviews from his clients.
-
Million Dollar Advocates
Top Trial Lawyers in America 2019.0
Note: Due to the success of our personal injury lawyers and several recent multi-million dollar settlements, the Fernandez Law Group is now a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. As a part of this prestigious group of attorneys, Frank G. Fernandez is also recognized as a Top Personal Injury Trial Lawyer in Tampa.
-
Client Champion Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2019.0
Note: A 2019 Client Champion award was presented to Tampa Lawyer Frank Fernandez for receiving exceptional reviews from his clients.
-
Client Champion Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2020.0
Note: A 2020 Client Champion award was presented to Tampa Lawyer Frank Fernandez for receiving exceptional reviews from his clients.
-
Client Champion Award
Lawyers.com / Martindale.com 2021.0
Note: Tampa Lawyer Frank G. Fernandez was recently awarded the 2021 Client Champion Award for exceptional client reviews by Martindale-Hubbell. The Client Champion award began in 2017, and although it replaces the Client Distinction Award in name, the criteria remain the same and is based on exceptional client reviews. Frank won the Client Distinction award in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016, as well as the 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and now 2021 Client Champion awards.
Education
-
Florida State University College of Law J.D. (1995)
Year: 1995
Websites
https://TheFernandezLawGroup.com
Fernandez Law Group: Tampa Lawyers - Personal Injury, Criminal Defense
http://fernandezvinaslaw.com
Fernandez & Viñas, LLLP - Tampa Personal Injury Attorneys
Tampa Office
506 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL 33609
Miami Office (by appointment)
9200 S. Dadeland Blvd, Miami, FL 33156
(813) 388-4447