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Michael Alexander Misa

Michael Alexander Misa

7.8

Very Good

Experience 3.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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5.0 star rating 3 reviews
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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 40% Criminal Defense
    13 years, 1,200 cases (1 example)
  • 40% DUI / DWI
    13 years, 500 cases
  • 10% Car / Auto Accident
    13 years, 250 cases
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Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Contingent (25%-40%)
  • Free Consultation (30 minutes)
  • Hourly ($275-$300/hour)
  • Pro Bono (5%)
  • Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Check, Credit Card, Cash

Contact Information
  • Address registered with state bar
    1007 W Cleveland St
    Tampa, FL 33606
    Office: 813-307-●●●● - show
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Languages
  • Spanish

About Me

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About me: "LET MY EXPERIENCE BE YOUR DEFENSE" AS A FORMER POLICE OFFICER AND ORGANIZED CRIME DETECTIVE, I LEARNED THE VALUE OF CONDUCTING A THOROUGH CRIMINAL... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

5.0 star rating 3 reviews
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5 star rating

“Michael Misa is a great Attorney”

Posted by: Nicole, 2009-10-22 about 1 month ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Mr. Misa stayed on top of my case at all times. He was always easy to get a hold of and always kept me informed of where we stood during the whole... more
5 star rating

“Definitely a strong choice for anyone needing legal representation.”

Posted by: anonymous, 2008-12-01 12 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: I retained the services of Michael Misa after researching several private attorneys. His diversified experience and qualifications gave me... more
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Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements

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Erik Joseph Lombillo

I endorse this lawyer's work. While I was a Felony Prosecutor, I had the pleasure of having a few cases with Michael Misa as opposing counsel. He... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Erik Lombillo , Naples (FL), 11 months ago
Eduardo A. Suarez

I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Misa brings to his practice a unique mix of caring and diligence, coupled with years of law enforcement experience;... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Eduardo Suarez , Tampa (FL), 11 months ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 17 years since Michael Alexander Misa was first licensed to practice law in FL.

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

Work Experience
Position Duration
Assistant State Attorney at Pinellas Pasco State Attorneys Office 1992–1995
Deputy/Detective at Pinellas County Sheriff's Office 1981–1990
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law Advanced Trial Advocacy Certificate 1993
St. Thomas University School of Law Juris Doctor 1992
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Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
book award for trial clinic St.Thomas Law School Trial Clinic 1992

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Florida Bar 1992–present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 1996–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 5
Question: What to do if the chief of police is siding with...
Michael's answer: I would suggest getting a copy of the accident report, and then requesting a copy of the report... more
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Cases
Title:
State of Florida v. Jane Doe
Practice Area:
Criminal Defense
Outcome:
Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
Description:
Client was charged with D.U.I. after found intoxicated and disoriented in stopped car off the interstate. Client had recently been very unstable and...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Fourth Amendment; Search and Seizure Issues St. Petersburg College 1994