Delivering World Class Results
Case Results
At The Bonderud Law Firm, we don’t just talk about results — we deliver them. Our clients come to us in some of the most difficult moments of their lives: facing criminal charges, fighting for custody, or recovering from catastrophic injuries. In courtrooms throughout Florida — and federal courts across the country — we’ve earned a reputation for fierce advocacy, strategic thinking, and outstanding outcomes. We are proud to have numerous client referrals not only from former clients but also from former adversaries.
⚖️ Criminal Defense Victories
Not Guilty – Federal Healthcare Fraud
Our client, a professional charged in a multi-defendant, billion-dollar federal healthcare fraud conspiracy, faced decades in prison. After a four-week federal jury trial in Florida, the jury returned a not guilty verdict. This was the only acquittal among all co-defendants. Our preparation, strategic motion practice, and cross-examination dismantled the government’s case.
Homicide Charges Dropped – Misdemeanor Plea
We represented an undocumented teenager charged with three counts of vehicular homicide after a tragic crash. We negotiated a plea to a second-degree misdemeanor (no license), resulting in no prison time. This plea preserved her eligibility for immigration relief and asylum.
Federal Sentencing Enhancement Rejected
In a federal criminal case investigated by the FBI, we successfully objected to a significant sentencing enhancement. The judge sustained our objection and recalculated the sentencing range, saving our client years of incarceration.
Pretrial Diversion – Juvenile Battery Case
We resolved a juvenile school battery case through pretrial diversion. Our client, a teenager, avoided a conviction and will have the case dismissed upon completing the program. This outcome preserved his record and educational opportunities.
Dismissal of Charges – Loitering & Prowling
Our client was charged in Baker County with loitering and prowling. We used case law that we helped establish years prior in a civil rights case to successfully argue for dismissal.
Dismissal in Felony Retail Theft
Client faced a felony charge for retail theft. After filing strategic motions and preparing the case for trial, we secured a complete dismissal — and later recovered a civil settlement on our client’s behalf.
Felony Charges Dropped – Pretrial Intervention
Represented a high-profile investment advisor charged with computer crimes and corporate espionage. We brought in experts, took key depositions, and negotiated dismissal of all charges through a unique diversion program.
Hung Jury – Federal Kickback Conspiracy
We defended a business owner charged with a healthcare kickback conspiracy. Despite the government’s overwhelming resources, we obtained a hung jury, avoiding a conviction and forcing the DOJ to reconsider the case.
👨👩👧 Family Law Successes
Emergency Custody Restored to Father
After filing an emergency motion to suspend unsupervised time-sharing based on endangerment, we obtained a temporary order granting our client majority time-sharing of his son. We also pursued a motion for a mental health evaluation and a social investigation to support the case.
International Child Abduction – Hague Petition Defense
We represented a respondent parent in a federal Hague Convention case. We developed a successful defense based on grave risk of harm, preventing the child’s return to the foreign country. The federal court ruled in our client’s favor, preserving custody in the United States.
Post-Judgment Custody Modification Approved
Our client sought to change the primary custody designation due to the other parent’s instability and interference. After extensive litigation, we secured a modification granting our client majority time-sharing.
🚗 Personal Injury Settlements
$250,000+ Car Accident Settlement
Our client was rear-ended by a commercial vehicle and sustained orthopedic injuries. After refusing the insurer’s lowball offers, we filed suit and negotiated a high six-figure settlement shortly before trial.
Slip-and-Fall Settlement in Grocery Store
Client slipped on unmarked liquid in a store aisle and suffered a torn meniscus. We proved the store’s failure to inspect and maintain the premises and recovered a substantial settlement to cover medical costs and lost wages.
💼 Local Counsel Wins
As local counsel for out-of-state firms, we’ve successfully helped navigate local rules, handle critical hearings, and serve as courtroom lead in federal and state trials throughout Florida.
- Co-counsel in Middle District of Florida trial that resulted in suppression of evidence and dismissal of key charges.
- Partnered with national civil rights lawyers in First Amendment and Section 1983 litigation.
- Assisted California-based firm in defending an emergency injunction hearing — court ruled in our client’s favor after we presented oral argument.
Real Clients. Real Results.
Our work changes lives. When you hire The Bonderud Law Firm, you get more than legal knowledge — you get relentless advocacy, personal attention, and the confidence that comes with knowing your attorney is battle-tested and results-driven.
📞 Call (904) 438-8082 or contact us online to see how we can help.
