Polk County Criminal Lawyer, Legal Aid & Services Profiles - Polk County Florida Attorneys & FL Law Firms

Daniel N. Pawuk

Pawuk & Pawuk

727-372-3111

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning, Juvenile Law

3610 Galileo Drive, Suite 104
New Port Richey, FL 34655

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Jason M. Melton Esq.

Jason M. Melton

813-221-3200

Admiralty / Maritime, Business Law, Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI More >>

Main Street
Dade City, FL

Aaron J. Slavin Esq.

Slavin Law Firm

727-474-3785

Automobile Injuries, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes More >>

4707 140th Avenue North, Suite 211
Clearwater, FL 33762

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Stephanie Thompson Pawuk

Pawuk & Pawuk

727-372-3111

Child Support, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, General Civil More >>

3610 Galileo Dr , Suite 104
New Port Richey, FL 34655

Leslie Miller Sammis

813-250-0500

Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Drunk Driving More >>

Sammis Law Firm, P.A., 1005 N. Marion Street
Tampa, FL 33602

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Education: University of Florida

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1999 (10 years), Georgia - Admitted in 2002 (7 years), 11th Circuit - Admitted in 2007 (2 years)

Tampa DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney

Call 813-250-0500 to speak with Leslie Sammis about your case today. Free initial consultations can be scheduled in the office or over the phone. Weekend and evening consultations are available.

Leslie Sammis defends individuals charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses, including Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Pasco County, Polk County, and the surrounding areas in Florida.

Ms. Sammis is a member of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). Additionally, Ms. Sammis is an attorney on the NORML Legal Committee.

Ms. Sammis graduated with Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in Gainesville, Florida, in 1999. She completed internships at the State Attorney's Office for the Fourth Judicial Circuit prosecuting cases in the felony division, and the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division, working with federal prosecutors.

She also completed a federal judicial internship with the Honorable Henry Lee Adams, Jr., United States District Judge, for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division.

After gaining valuable trial experience working with state and federal prosecutors, Ms. Sammis became an Assistant Public Defender in the Fourth Judicial Circuit in Florida defending individuals charged with misdemeanor, juvenile and felony offenses.

Eight years ago, Ms. Sammis entered private practice as a criminal defense attorney representing individuals charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses. Ms. Sammis founded the Sammis Law Firm to provide her clients with experienced and aggressive legal representation for serious driving offenses such as DUI, Felony DUI, refusal DUI, Drug DUI cases, reckless driving, or driving while license suspended or revoked.

In addition to serious driving offenses, Ms. Sammis also represents men and women in Tampa, Florida and the surrounding areas with misdemeanor and felony charges for violation of probation, domestic violence, domestic battery, theft, shoplifting, firearm charges, and drug cases.

The Sammis Law Firm is located in downtown Tampa, Florida. Visit our website for more information. Weekend and evening appointments are available. Or you can call the Sammis Law Firm today to request a phone consultation or office visit so that you can speak directly with Leslie Sammis about your felony or misdemeanor case.

Call 813-250-0500 to speak with Leslie Sammis, an experienced criminal attorney in Tampa, Florida.

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Kenneth L Foote

727-844-0102

Bond Reductions, Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce More >>

6643 Ridge Rd
Port Richey, FL 34668

John Patrick Musca

800-687-2252

Criminal Law

1340 Orient Rd.
Tampa, FL 33619

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1999 (10 years)

Criminal defense is a very complicated and highly specialized area of law, which Attorney John Musca has devoted his professional career to. After completing his undergraduate studies cum laude at Boston College, Attorney Musca received his Juris Doctorate Degree from Case Western University School of Law in 1997. He speaks fluent Spanish and has attended international and legal studies overseas at the world-renowned Instituto International in Madrid, Spain. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and the United States Federal Court, Middle District of Florida.

Serving as a Public Defender in the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida, Attorney Musca spent considerable time in court developing the skills needed for successful litigation through extensive case preparation and jury trials.

Attorney Musca has tried misdemeanors through serious felonies. In addition to trials, Attorney Musca has extensive experience in Florida DUI arrests, violation of probation matters, drug charges, fraud, battery, domestic disputes, bond hearings, sex crimes, tourist arrests, expungements, and other criminal issues.

As a skilled and competent trial attorney, Attorney Musca has obtained successful results for even the most challenging criminal defense cases. He is proactive in the pursuit of justice for his clients and will demand a trial on the merits of their case, thereby forcing the prosecution to prove their case beyond to and to the exclusion of reasonable doubt.

As a criminal defense lawyer he thoroughly investigates the charges and aggressively challenges the evidence against his clients.
John Musca is dedicated to winning by preparing forward-thinking, strategic, aggressive representation, and always negotiating from a position of strength. The foundation of Musca Law is built on his deep passion for the law and commitment to create a new benchmark for the practice of criminal law. Attorney Musca takes pride in the results his firm has delivered to clients, many of which can be viewed on our http://muscalaw.com under case results.

Attorney Musca has established an innovative firm philosophy leading to continuous improvements of client services and competitive advantages in every respect. He believes in utilizing core concepts of Six Sigma principles as part of his commitment to deliver exceptional value to his clients, without sacrificing the quality of legal services expected from a reputable law firm. By implementing a systematic approach of Law Firm Lean Leadership, Attorney Musca has created a legal practice focusing on streamlining processes and enhancing client service. Encompassing his Firm Philosophy the utilization of each staff members skills and abilities to the fullest as a total legal team approach. Musca Law is a criminal defense law firm serving clients throughout the State of Florida that functions in a competent and winning style.
Additionally, Attorney Musca believes strongly in giving back to the community and supports numerous non-profit and charitable organizations throughout the State of Florida.

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Brandon L. Kolb

813-864-6440

Criminal Law

1340 Orient Rd
Tampa, FL 33619

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Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 2002 (7 years)

Attorney Brandon Kolb received his Juris Doctorate Degree from Stetson University School of Law, and completed his undergraduate studies in Business Administration at Salisbury State University in 1992. Prior to becoming a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Kolb worked as an advertising sales consultant, and was also a Series 7 Licensed Stockbroker.

As a highly seasoned criminal defense attorney, Brandon Kolb is dedicated to obtaining the very best possible outcome for his clients. If there is a defense strategy to your criminal charges, Attorney Kolb will use every available resource to successfully craft an aggressive, proactive defense plan to protect your constitutional rights. He is a skilled defense attorney who is willing to take on even the most challenging criminal charges. His success record as a criminal defense attorney includes successful resolutions to serious DUI arrests by his willingness to challenge the prosecution on every aspect of the evidence presented. As an experienced trial attorney, he will not hesitate to go to trial to get the best results for his clients.

Attorney Kolb has a very diverse background in criminal defense and has represented clients facing serious misdemeanor and felony charges. He has successfully defended cases involving a wide variety of criminal charges including: alcohol and drug related driving offenses, gun related crimes, sex crimes, prostitution, fraud, domestic violence, battery, juvenile criminal charges, as well as handling some very unique and challenging cases.

Emphasizing our “Firm Philosophy”, Attorney Kolb has worked diligently to indentify benchmarks and strategic planning for the entire legal staff at Musca Law. His team recommendations and mentoring skills have proved to be a key advantage in our team approach of effective, yet affordable client services.

Maintaining the highest level of professionalism with all of his clients is a priority for Attorney Kolb and his staff of legal assistants. As with all of our Musca Law legal professionals, they use due diligence in providing updates to our clients on the progress of their cases, so that they are able to make informed decisions.

Mr. Kolb is a fierce proponent of his clients’ right to a fair process and perseveres to assure that his clients’ stories are told. He will focus on the strongest points in your case and the weakest points in the prosecution’s case against you. His expansive knowledge of the Florida criminal justice system and his aggressive advocacy on behalf of his clients is an asset to clients facing serious criminal charges.

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Jason Daniel Sammis

813-250-0500

Appeals / Appellate, Civil Rights, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence More >>

Sammis Law Firm, P.A., 1005 N. Marion St.
Tampa, FL 33602

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Education: University of Florida

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1999 (10 years), Georgia - Admitted in 2002 (7 years), 11th Circuit - Admitted in 2005 (4 years)

Tampa Criminal and DUI Defense Attorney

Jason Sammis is a shareholder with the Sammis Law Firm, P.A., who represents individuals charged with felony and misdemeanor criminal offenses in Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL.

Jason Sammis is actively involved as an attorney on the NORML Legal Committee. He is also a member of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

By focusing exclusively on criminal and DUI defense in Tampa, FL, Jason Sammis is able to stay current on the most recent changes in the Florida criminal law. Focusing exclusively on criminal and DUI defense also allows Jason Sammis to file and litigate innovative motions that can win difficult criminal cases.

Jason Sammis received his undergraduate degree at University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia and his Juris Doctorate degree at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. At the University of Florida, Jason Sammis was a member of the prestigious Florida Law Review. He was also elected Vice-chair and then Chair of Justice Campbell Thornal Moot Court Board for appellate advocacy.

Jason Sammis is admitted to the state bars of Georgia and Florida, the United States District Courts for the Northern and Middle District of Georgia, the United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, and the United Sates Circuit Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Contact Jason Sammis at 813-250-0500 if you would like to discuss any felony or misdemeanor criminal case in Tampa, Hillsborough County, including drunk driving or DUI, suspended driver license, habitual traffic offender revocation, violation of probation, drug crimes, or domestic violence.

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Linda Friedman Ramirez

Linda Friedman Ramirez P.A.

727-551-0751

Criminal Law, Federal Criminal Defense, International Extradition, International Law, White Collar Crime

721 First Avenue North, Suite 102
St Petersburg, FL 33701

Robert Matthew Tager

727-723-1616

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce

2785 Gulf To Bay Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33759

Amir A. Ladan

Carsten & Ladan, P.A.

407-846-6432

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Juvenile Law

808 Mabbette Street
Kissimmee, FL 34741

Thomas Tripp

727-544-8819

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Elder Law, Estate Planning

4930 Park Boulevard, Suite 12
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

Robert J. Wheelock

407-648-5742

Bankruptcy / Debt, Criminal Law, Divorce, Estate Planning, Family Law More >>

7601 Della Dr, Suite 19
Orlando, FL 32819

Angela Mae Sarabia

352-521-4333

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Criminal Law

38053 Live Oak Ave suite 204
Dade City, FL 33523

Daniel David Archer

352-394-1194

Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law

Thomas Grajek

813-789-6404

Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law

1910 Orient Road
Tampa, FL 33619

Tiffany Kelly McAuley

Kelly Law Group, P.A.

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Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Domestic Violence More >>

12251 US Highway 301
Dade City, FL 33525

Leonard Louis Cagan

352-683-9100

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Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Injury Law, Medical Malpractice

471 Mariner Blvd
SPRING HILL, FL 34609

Ralph Fisher

Fisher's Law Office, PA

813-948-7140

Collections, Consumer Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce More >>

18125 N. US Hwy 41, Suite 109
Lutz, FL 33549

Mustafa Ameen

800-436-8332

Criminal Law, Injury Law

7320 East Fletcher Avenue
Tampa, FL 33637

Brian Max Monk

866-936-2069

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Estate Planning, Family Law More >>

625 Commerce Drive, Suite 304
Lakeland, FL 33813

Matthew Edwards Kaylor

863-668-7223

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Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Injury Law

3001 Bartow Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803

Maria Kazouris Esq.

727-361-5809

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Employment Law More >>

623 E. Tarpon Avenue
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

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Education: Quinnipiac University School of Law - Quinnipiac University

Jurisdictions: Connecticut - Admitted in 2002 (7 years), Florida - Admitted in 2002 (7 years)

Maria is a native of Tarpon Springs, Florida and a graduate of Tarpon Springs High School. She also attended secondary school at the St. Nicholas Greek School where she was honored as a Lady's Philoptohos Fellowship recipient. She is bilingual in Greek.

Maria received her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida with a 3.86 GPA. She received her Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law in Hamden, Connecticut. Maria received honors for Academic Achievement in Juvenile Law, Service to the Community and the Connecticut Title Insurance Company.

Initially, Maria was a law clerk for Yale Law School where she conducted research and prepared updated policies to conform with Federal Regulations. Thereafter, she worked as an associate for a law firm in New Haven, Connecticut where she handled thousands of personal injury claims, as well as condominium administration cases. Because of the long winters, she relocated back to Daytona Beach, Florida and worked as an Assistant State Attorney throughout the 7th Judicial Circuit prosecuting such offenses as DUI, drug possession, theft and battery.

Maria went into private practice where she handles criminal law, personal injury, labor law, and family law cases. She has tried a variety of criminal cases ranging from simple misdemeanors to DUI with serious bodily injury. Maria’s civil experience ranges from contract work, auto accidents, dog bites, slip and falls, premise liability and various business law matters. Maria has represented thousands of injured persons.

She also served as General Counsel and Associate General Counsel to public employee labor unions representing members (mostly law enforcement) for duty related incidents, filing grievances and negotiating contracts. Her duties also included serving as the critical incident respondent and team legal participant for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Law Enforcement League. Maria has trained and represented hundreds of law enforcement officers in matters involving the use of deadly force.

Maria is also a former Adjunct Professor of Keiser University where she taught Business Law and Criminal Law.

In her spare time, Maria volunteered by assisting the New Haven Housing Authority and the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice as their attorney. Maria also enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

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Angela A Zervos

Yanchuck Berman Wadley & Zervos, P.A.

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, Injury Law, Medical Malpractice

463 Mariner Blvd
Spring Hill, FL

P Diane Buerger

863-804-0999

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Appeals / Appellate, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Family Law More >>

766 E Main St
Bartow, FL 33830

Stephen Proctor Tourtelot

727-324-3022

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Criminal Appeals and Post Conviction Remedies, Criminal Law

390 4th St N
St Petersburg, FL 33701

Robert Edward Heyman

Heyman Law Firm, PA

727-822-3700

Criminal Law, Injury Law

Bank of America Tower, 200 Central Avenue Suite 610
St Petersburg, FL 33701

Darla K. Snead

Darla K. Snead, P.L.

863-519-5291

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Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Entertainment / Sports, Estate Planning More >>

415 E. Main St., Suite B
Bartow, FL 33830

John R. Alfino

352-324-3010

Bankruptcy / Debt, Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law More >>

101 N Lakeshore Blvd
Howey in the Hills, FL 34737

Peter Anthony Sartes

727-441-9030

Appeals / Appellate, Car Accidents, Criminal Law, General Civil, Injury Law More >>

601 Cleveland St
Clearwater, FL 33755

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Education: The University of Toledo College of Law

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 2002 (7 years)

Peter A. Sartes is a shareholder of the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes. Mr. Sartes is one of Tampa Bay's most resourceful, up-and-coming attorneys. His vast formal education includes a finance degree and an MBA along with his law degree. His extensive education coupled with his years of training in tactic and strategy gained during his tour of duty as a United States Army Cavalry Officer provided the foundation necessary for his development into an effective trial strategist.

Since joining the Law Offices of George E. Tragos in 2001, Mr. Sartes has represented clients in both criminal and personal injury cases. His diverse background makes him a coveted asset in the firm's arsenal. His ability to scrutinize details, assess case strengths and recommend courses of action have proven to be essential in defending all types of criminal prosecutions, as well as preparing for complicated civil litigations. Mr. Sartes' expansive financial background makes him particularly capable of deciphering complex financial documents to identify issues necessary to successfully defend tax, fraud, and financial cases.

Throughout his legal career Mr. Sartes has represented a broad spectrum of clients including the first international arms dealer to be indicted during Operation Iraqi Freedom, a client involved in the fifth largest drug seizure in US history, and everyday people fighting to protect their rights in local courts.Mr. Sartes attended both the University of Toledo and Stetson College of Law and is admitted to practice in both Florida State and Federal courts. He was an associate at CB Richard Ellis, the worlds leading commercial real-estate brokerage firm, before deciding to fulfill his dream and pursue a career in law.

His legal career began at the Public Defender's Office in his home town of Toledo, Ohio. Mr. Sartes is the former Chairman of the Traffic Court Rules Committee of the Florida Bar, and currently serves as the liaison to the Rules of Judicial Administration Comittee of the Florida Bar, and as the Sixth Judicial Circuit representative on the Florida Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors.

He has served as the Past- President of the Young Lawyers Division of the Clearwater Bar Association, and he has also served as the Chairman of the Clearwater Bar Association Technology Committee. Mr. Sartes holds a BV rating from Martindale-Hubble which is the maximum rating a lawyer can receive who has been admitted to the bar for less than 10 years. He has also been published in The Journal, of the Appellate Section of the Florida Bar, the Florida Bar Journal , The Florida Defender, the journal of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and Res Ipsa, the publication of the Clearwater Bar Association.

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Mr Matthew Kaylor

Kaylor Law Group

863-668-7223

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law

3001 Bartow Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803

Johnnie Byrd

813-759-1224

Car Accidents, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Domestic Violence More >>

206 N Collins St
Plant City, FL 33563

Melody Pullen

407-347-8880

Bankruptcy / Debt, Criminal Law, Immigration Law, Real Estate Law

7635 Ashley Park Court,, Suite 503-R
Orlando, FL 32835

W.F. ''Casey'' Ebsary, Jr.

Trial Lawyer

813-222-2220

Car Accidents, Civil Rights, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Entertainment / Sports More >>

1101 Channelside Drive Suite 244
Tampa, FL 33602

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William F. "Casey" Ebsary, Jr. is a Trial Lawyer. Mr. Ebsary's practice focusses on trial practice, criminal defense, white-collar criminal defense, high tech corporate litigation and intellectual property issues arising out of the Internet and computer networking.

Mr. Ebsary is a former Prosecutor. He has litigation experience including murder, money laundering, fraud, forgery, counterfeiting, and theft. Mr. Ebsary's expertise includes experience in high-tech litigation in information systems and international banking and currency transactions.

Mr. Ebsary is AV rated by the Martindale Hubbell Directory. That is the highest rating issued by this nationally recognized lawyer rating service. An AV Rating shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence.

Mr. Ebsary is a 2009 Super Lawyer. Super Lawyers are a comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys. Super Lawyers uses a unique multi-step process to find evidence of peer recognition and professional achievement. A survey of lawyers who have been in practice for at least five years nominate the best attorneys they've personally observed in action. First, a Candidate Pool is created from a survey of lawyers who have been in practice for at least five years. Lawyers cannot nominate themselves. Then Candidates are added by searching national and local periodicals, legal trade journals, numerous databases and online sources, Conducting in-person and telephonic meetings with law firms. Second, the Candidates are Evaluated by their background, experience, peer recognition and professional achievement. Third, Peer Evaluation by Practice Area. Finally, candidates are selected. Only 5 percent of the total lawyers in the state are selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers.

Mr. Ebsary received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, cum laude from the University of Florida and his Juris Doctor, cum laude from the Stetson University College of Law.

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Steven Ralph Tinsley

407-933-2020

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI

1422 E Osceola Pkwy
Kissimmee, FL 34744

Craig Epifanio

727-528-1859

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Estate Planning, Injury Law

5445 16th Street N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33703

Joe Anthony Caimano

Caimano Law Group

813-204-9070

Criminal Law

501 East Jackson Street
Tampa, FL 33602

Peyton Bush Hyslop

352-799-9666

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Criminal Law

P O Box 1776, 19203 Cortez Blvd
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34605-1776

Melinda Morris

727-388-4736

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law

111 Second Avenue NE, Suite 515
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

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Education: Stetson University College of Law - Stetson University, Stetson University College of Law - Stetson University

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1999 (10 years)

Melinda Morris has been practicing law since 1999 and is the managing attorney of the Morris Law Firm. As a former State Attorney and criminal prosecutor Ms. Morris has handled thousands of cases from investigation through sentencing.

Extensive Criminal Law Experience
While a felony prosecutor for the State Attorney’s Office, Ms. Morris prosecuted thousands of criminal cases including DUI, Domestic Violence / Violation of Injunctions, Juvenile Cases, Drug Offenses (including Drug Trafficking), Traffic Tickets, Driver License Suspensions, Assault / Battery, Resisting Arrest / Disorderly Conduct, Burglary / Robbery / Theft, Fraud / Worthless Checks, Outstanding Warrants, Bond Hearings, Violations of Probation, and White Collar Crime.

As well, Ms. Morris served as a member of the DUI Manslaughter/Vehicular Homicide Squad, a Lead Trial Attorney, a Domestic Violence Prosecutor, and a Child Abuse Prosecutor. Ms. Morris has participated in 50 jury trials, and has first?hand experience and jury trials for First Degree Murder, Manslaughter, Capital Sexual Battery, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Battery, Battery, DUI, Domestic Violence, Drug Possession, Grand Theft Motor Vehicle and Petit Theft.

Her local knowledge of the criminal justice system coupled with years of extensive work both prosecuting and defending cases enables her the ability to identify weaknesses in the State Attorney’s case and pursue the best possible outcome for you.

A Strong Legal Education that Benefits Clients
Ms. Morris attended Stetson University where she received both a Juris Doctorate (Law Degree) and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). Stetson University College of Law is ranked No. 1 for trial advocacy and No. 5 for legal writing by U.S. News & World Report and has provided Ms. Morris her outstanding legal foundation.

Ms. Morris’ MBA degree in addition to her JD degree enables her to understand the nuances and intricacies of business and corporate procedure, and allows her to provide outstanding representation for those clients accused of White Collar Crimes.

Professional Recognition
In 2008 Ms. Morris was named a "Rising Star" by Tampa Bay Times (TBT). Ms. Morris is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a member of the Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the St. Petersburg Bar Association.

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Lee Adam Cohen

863-646-7636

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Criminal Law, DUI / DWI

5430 Strickland Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33812

Mark Hanks

Attorney Hanks, P.A.

727-578-8529

Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law More >>

8601 Fourth Street North, Suite 303
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

Joseph Montrone

Joseph Montrone, Jr., P.A.

727-538-4155

Animal / Dog Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Domestic Violence, Injury Law

19321-C U.S. Highway 19 North
Clearwater, FL 33764

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Education: Stetson University College of Law - Stetson University

Jurisdictions: Florida - Admitted in 1996 (13 years)

CLEARWATER, FLORIDA DUI, CRIMINAL AND PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY

I have resided in the Tampa Bay Area since 1975. I graduated from Clearwater Central Catholic High School in 1987 and the University of South Florida in Tampa in 1991. From 1993 until graduating in 1995, I attended Stetson University College of Law, in Gulfport, Florida. While in law school, I served as a student intern at the Pinellas County State Attorney's Office. As an intern, I argued motions and participated in trial in the misdemeanor County Court. As a result of my work as student intern, my performance in trial advocacy classes and mock trial competitions in law school; I was a recipient of the prestigious Victor O. Wehle Award which recognizes the outstanding student in Trial Practice.

After law school, for six years I served as a prosecutor for the State Attorney's Office in Pinellas County. As a prosecutor, I tried more than 60 jury trials including Murder, Capital Sexual Battery, Armed Sexual Battery, Trafficking in Cocaine, and DUI. I served as a Lead Trial Attorney in Misdemeanor County Court where I was responsible for overseeing 5 prosecutors in my division. I also served as a prosecutor in the North County Traffic Division. While there, I investigated, prosecuted, and tried numerous DUI and criminal traffic offenses. As a Felony Prosecutor, I specialized in the prosecution and investigation of both Domestic Violence and Child Abuse offenses. While in those positions, I received invaluable training in the form of seminars, continuing education, and the hands on experience of conducting countless investigations of Domestic Violence and Child Abuse cases up to and including trial. Furthermore, I served on the DUI Manslaughter Squad. The DUI Manslaughter Squad is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of DUI related fatalities. Often members of the DUI Manslaughter Squad are called from their homes in the early morning hours to respond to a DUI Manslaughter crime scene to assist law enforcement in the initial investigation of those cases.

In 2002, I entered private practice as an associated attorney with the law firm of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. While there I represented persons injured as a result of negligence due to motor vehicle liability, premises liability, medical malpractice, and nursing home liability.

After Beltz & Ruth, P.A., I opened my own practice in the area of criminal defense and general civil practice. I have more than 12 years of litigation experience. Since opening my own practice, I have represented persons charged with crimes such as Murder, Capital Sexual Battery, Trafficking in Cocaine, DUI and battery.

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