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Ryan M. Cardoso

21 years of experience
Personal Injury, Criminal Law, Domestic Violence ...
Florida

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Vince T. June 21, 2021

A lawyer with compassion and integrity! My father was involved in a car accident on Garcon Point Bridge in Pensacola. The at-fault driver had swerved into his lane and unfortunately did not survive. My family and I were distressed, confused and did not know what we can do or could do. The at-fault driver did not have any kind of insurance.Who would be held responsible?! My father spent several nights at the hospital trying his best to recover. Needless to say we were all in a dark place. I called several law firms and companies to consult and retain an attorney for my father. The following struck a chord with me the most: not only was Mr. Ryan Cardoso the first person to call me back that same day at 6:30am, Ryan was the only attorney who called me directly. While every other law firms had their retainer specialist, paralegal or assistant reach out to me, Ryan Cardoso is hands-on. I was never pawned off. It was a breath of fresh air. This truly set the tone for my and Ryan’s relationship. After speaking with Ryan and Cheryl Whittaker a bit more, I knew we were in good hands. He, along with Ms. Cheryl were with us every step of the way. There were no such thing as dumb questions or concerns with these two. Whatever I needed, whenever I needed anything, they were there for me, always a text message or a phone call away. Throughout our whole unfortunate ordeal, my family and I always felt like we were the only clients they have because of their specialized care and attentiveness. I cannot say enough good things about Ms. Cheryl Whittaker too. Everyone should have a Cheryl in his or her life. For my father’s 5 day stay in the hospital, Fort Walton Beach Hospital sent us a $211,000+ bill. Cardoso and team handled everything from ambulance bills, dealing with the hospital billing department and the hospital’s attorney and helped us reduce the hospital bill significantly. They worked with my father’s auto insurance company and straightened everything out and fought for my dad to get a settlement to help with his recovery and move on with his life. In each conversation with Ryan and Cheryl while we talked business and other important legal things, they never failed to ask me how my father was doing. They will care for you as people, not just as clients as it was shown to me. Although this whole unfortunate and terrible ordeal happened, I and my family are glad that we met ,chose and went with Ryan Cardoso and his team. This is hands down the best personal injury law firm within the nearby cities and the best people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I stand by my review and testimony so much so that if anyone wants to reach out or talk to me about my experience with Cardoso Law, please reach out to me directly or contact the firm. They have my blanket approval to share my information. Thank you Cardoso team for everything!

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Megan C. May 24, 2021

Best in Pensacola Ryan satisfactorily closed our personal injury case. We went into it hesitant because we didn’t want to be wrapped up in legal issues for years since both of us walked away from the incident without any noticeable damages to our persons. We couldn’t have been more happy with the legal knowledge and result that Ryan produced for us. Beyond polite and informed. Thank you Ryan and your team!

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Biography

Ryan M. Cardoso is the founder and principal attorney at Cardoso Law, PLLC, in Pensacola, Florida. He serves clients in a wide variety of practice areas, including criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation. Ryan is an experienced attorney who has helped countless clients seek justice and defend their rights.

Ryan M. Cardoso is a graduate of the University of South Florida and obtained his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Florida College of Law in 2002 where he graduated with honors. He has been a member of The Florida Bar since 2003 and is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Florida.

Mr. Cardoso is an experienced criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation attorney who has successfully defended the rights of his clients in federal and state courts. In his criminal defense practice, he has tried numerous jury trials to verdict, including several not-guilty verdicts for clients facing lengthy prison sentences.

In addition to his criminal defense practice, Mr. Cardoso also focuses his practice on seeking justice and compensation for clients who have been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. As a civil litigator, Mr. Cardoso represents individual and commercial clients in a wide variety of cases, including business disputes, torts, breach of contract, and other wrongs. He is a skilled litigator and negotiator who will work hard to protect your rights both inside and outside the courtroom.

As an experienced attorney, Ryan M. Cardoso understands that his clients want personalized legal advice that is tailored to their individual needs. He works closely with each client to explain their rights and legal options while carefully answering any questions that they may have. He will always keep you informed of any important developments in your case and will work hard to protect your rights.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury: Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Criminal Law: Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Domestic Violence: Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Insurance Claims: Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance

DUI & DWI

Additional Practice Area

Car Accidents

Video Conferencing

Zoom

Fees

Free Consultation

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Florida
Since 2003

U.S. District Courts for the Northern & Southern Districts of Florida

Languages

English

Professional Experience

Founder, Attorney: Cardoso Law, PLLC; 2009 - Current

Attorney: Fee & Jeffries, P.A.; 2008 - 2009

Assistant Public Defender: Public Defender's Office for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit; 2005 - 2008

Attorney: Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP; 2003 - 2005

Education

University of Florida: J.D. (2002); 2000 - 2002

University of South Florida: B.A. (1999); 1993 - 1999

Professional Associations

American Bar Association: Member; 2018 - Current

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: Member; 2017 - Current

Escambia-Santa Rosa County Criminal Bar Association: Member; 2016 - Current

Escambia-Santa Rosa County Bar Association: Member; 2015 - Current

The Florida State Bar # 645958: Member; 2003 - Current

Websites & Blogs

Website: Ryan M. Cardoso's Website Profile

Website: Cardoso Law, PLLC Website

Blog: Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog

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Cardoso Law, PLLC

917 N 12th Ave

Pensacola, FL 32501

Telephone: (850) 466-2073

Fax: (850) 684-5585

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