Jose Nunez Jr

Attorney Jose Nunez was born in Englewood, New Jersey to Cuban parents who immigrated to the United States in 1969. He grew up in Naples and attended St. Ann Catholic School and St. John Neumann High School. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Jose returned to his hometown when he was offered a Dean’s Scholarship and graduated in the top third of his class from Ave Maria School of Law.

After graduating from law school, Jose was offered a position as an Assistant State Attorney in Naples and Ft. Myers and was a prosecutor in the misdemeanor division. As an Assistant State Attorney, he handled thousands of misdemeanor cases and participated in several felony trials. Jose’s trial experience had a special emphasis on DUI and Battery charges; however, his experience was not limited to a specific area. Jose handled violations of probation, countless motions, and several non-jury trials. Being a litigator is Jose’s passion and during his career as a prosecutor, Jose averaged one jury trial per month.

There is no question that an attorney’s comfort level in front of juries is a critical aspect of choosing your attorney or firm. Jose’s reputation as someone who excels in trial is well-known in our legal community and he would be a zealous advocate on your behalf.

As a Criminal Defense attorney Jose practiced for four years as a partner at Verderamo & Nunez before opening his own practice. While at Verderamo & Nunez, Jose had numerous trials in both felony and misdemeanor court. In his last year at the firm, Mr. Verderamo and Jose won numerous trials. Jose understands the nuances of how criminal cases are prosecuted depending on the assigned attorney or judge and he has the experience to be your best advocate in and out of the courtroom.