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October 13, 2026 Firm News, Legal News Social Share

Kian v. Florida and the steps that protect your client today by Michael Ufferman, Michael Ufferman Law Firm, P.A., October 13, 2026 · Criminal Appeals & Post-Conviction Key Takeaways The U.S. Supreme Court is deciding, in Kian v. Florida, whether serious felony defendants have a constitutional right to a twelve-person jury. Kian v. Fla., 146 S. Ct. 2732 (2026) The …

October 12, 2026 Firm News, Legal News Social Share

High-profile criminal cases increasingly draw attention far beyond traditional news coverage. Clients and their families may be approached by journalists, documentary filmmakers, podcast hosts, authors, researchers, and producers for television and streaming platforms. The invitation is often appealing: a chance to tell your side, correct an inaccurate report, or take part in a program that promises to present the case …

April 2, 2026 Firm News Social Share

We extend our deepest sympathy to Missy’s family. Her death is a heartbreaking tragedy, and our thoughts and prayers remain with the community grieving this profound loss. In the aftermath, there has been public discussion regarding the role of the court and the decisions made in this case. Under Florida law, judges are entrusted with discretion to make decisions based …

April 2, 2026 Firm News Social Share

Today marks the release of Thomas McGill after approximately 30 years of incarceration. We recognize that this case has long carried deep and lasting impact, particularly for the family of the victim. Nothing about today changes the profound loss they have endured, and we approach this moment with respect for that reality. At the same time, Mr. McGill’s release follows …

February 6, 2026 Firm News Social Share

Press Release Michael Ufferman fully briefed the legal issues in the Wade Wilson case and preserved them for review. However, by the time the case came on for oral argument before the Florida Supreme Court, the Court had already issued its opinion in Hunt v. State on December 18, 2025, addressing the same controlling legal questions. Once the Court announced …

September 13, 2024 Firm News, Legal News Social Share

June 28, 2024: “This week was one of the most rewarding weeks of my career. One of the reasons I do what I do is because I believe in second chances. 14 years ago, the Supreme Court recognized that juveniles who commit serious crimes should be given the opportunity to demonstrate rehabilitation – meaning that hundreds of juveniles in Florida …

November 30, 2020 Legal News Social Share

Prior to 2021, a defendant convicted in county court could appeal only to the circuit court.  This procedure resulted in criminal defendants receiving disparate treatment depending on which part of the state his or her county court conviction arose.  In some counties, these county-to-circuit court appeals resulted in the judgment being considered by a panel of three circuit court judges …