Michael Ray Buchanan

Michael Ray Buchanan

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Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Sometimes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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For more than 25 years, I have been representing the interests of individuals accused of criminal activity. I also represent such individuals in related... more

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Client Reviews

Client Rating


5 star rating

“Excellent Service”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: Mr. Buchanan was very thorough and knowledgable. he treated us with respect and courtesy. he was excellent at keeping us informed of the... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


Michael Owen Massey

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Massey , Gainesville (FL), About 1 year ago
Jefferson Monroe Braswell

Mr. Buchanan and his law firm are easily considered the top criminal defense firm in Gainesville and the 8th Judcial Circuit for Florida. His... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jefferson Braswell , Gainesville (FL), Over 1 year ago

Résumé

 

License

27 years since Michael Ray Buchanan was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1986 04/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at DeThomasis & Buchanan, PA 1988–present
Lawyer at Office of the Public Defender 1986–1988
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1984
University of Central Florida Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude) 1981

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
A.V. Rating Martindale-Hubbell 2013
A.V. Rating 1998 - 2013 Martindale-Hubbell 2013
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 1990–present
Member Florida Bar Association, Criminal Law Section 1989–present
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Portfolio

Publications

Article Publication Date
Understanding Florida’s Prosecution of Teenagers Engaged in Consensual Sexual Behavior Criminal Law Blog: reasonabledoubt.org 2013
Understanding the DUI Deferred Prosecution Alternative in Gainesville, Florida Criminal Law Blog: reasonabledoubt.org 2013
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Professionalism in Criminal Defense 2011 PROFESSIONALISM SEMINAR 2011
Criminal Defense, Case Evaluation and Selection Case Evaluation and Selection for Young Lawyers 2007
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