Leslie Miller Sammis

Leslie Miller Sammis

9.4

Superb

Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 90% DUI / DWI
    14 years
  • 10% Criminal Defense
    14 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

About Me

Photos (3)

Videos (3)

Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney Felony, Misdemeanor and DUI Criminal Defense Attorney in Tampa, FL I am a shareholder at the Sammis Law Firm, P.A., which is... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Felony charge dismissed”

Posted by: Barack, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: I was unsure what to do after being arrested on a felony charge; I had never been in trouble in my life! I did several Internet searches and decided... more
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5 star rating

“Representation”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, almost 4 years ago.

Client Review: I have worked in the legal field collectively for over 10 years so I am familiar with attorneys and their practices. I found myself in need of... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

11 endorsements


Jorge Leon Chalela

Ms. Sammis is a very well read and intelligent advocate on behalf of her clients. She is a leader in the criminal court defense community. I endorse... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jorge Chalela , Tampa (FL), 3 months ago
Shawna M. Woods

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sammis is an excellent and aggressive advocate for her clients. I strongly recommend her.

Endorsement from lawyer: Shawna Woods , Cumming (GA), 3 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

14 years since Leslie Miller Sammis was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1999 04/14/2013
Georgia Active Member in Good Standing 2002 05/02/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Shareholder at Sammis Law Firm, P.A. 2008–present
Associate at Escobar, Ramirez & Associates 2006–2008
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law Juris Doctorate, with Honors 1999
University of Oklahoma Bachelor of Arts 1996

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Selected for Inclusion in Rising Stars Super Lawyers 2013
Selected for Inclusion in Rising Stars Super Lawyers 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section 2009–present
Member NORML Legal Committee 2008–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 16 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
5 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
9 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 4 Legal Guides
1 Staff Pick
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Tampa Attorney on Florida DUI Laws Tampa DUI Lawyer 2009
Tampa Attorney on Florida Criminal Laws Tampa Criminal Defense 2009
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
"Law and Order" - Legalization of Marijuana in Florida Round Table Discussion: "Law and Order" Legal Society 2009
DUI Case Law Update Defense of Drinking Drivers ICLE 2003