Robert J Buonauro B.C.S.
His successful career as a criminal trial specialist began in 1972. His board certification by the Florida Bar is indicative of his qualification and expertise. In addition, his "AV" rating by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory is the highest qualifications rating awarded. Additionally, Martindale-Hubbell publishes annually the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. This endorsement is given only to those lawyers who have earned a very high measure of esteem in their profession and in their specialty. Mr. Buonauro earned this again in 2016 and is one of the lawyers in Orlando listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers in the criminal field.
The defense of clients charged with murder, drug offenses, vehicular homicide, robbery and federal crimes dominates his law practice. In addition, he has handled numerous high-profile trials in Florida. His clients have included elected officials, prominent citizens, the sons and daughters of judges and other lawyers, entertainment and sports figures, as well as those charged with inflammatory crimes and sophisticated white collar crimes. Examples of cases involving celebrities, homicides, white-collar crimes and drug trafficking are documented in newspaper accounts of some of the clients and charges Robert Buonauro has defended. You are encouraged to ask questions regarding experience and qualification of the lawyers whose services you need.
Professional Associations
The Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section; Sentencing Committee
The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
National Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Certified as a Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
Board Certified by the Florida Bar as a Criminal Trial Lawyer
Grievance Committee for Federal District Court
Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers in the United States
Federal District Court
Middle District of Florida
(Grievance Committee 1988-present)
ABA
The Florida Bar
Criminal Law Section Capitol Case Committee
1991-present
AFTL
Criminal Law SectionThe Journal
(Editor 1976-80)
National Assn. of Criminal Defense Lawyers ATLA Florida Assn. of Criminal Defense Lawyers
The Florida Bar Foundation (Fellow)
Courts
1972, All Florida State Courts
1973, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
1974, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
1975, U.S. Supreme Court
1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
1987, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
1991, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
1993, U.S. Tax Court