Michael Lewis Bowdish

Also known as Michael Bowdish, Mike Bowdish
Michael Lewis Bowdish
Experience 3.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 32% Criminal Defense
    13 years
  • 32% DUI / DWI
    13 years
  • 32% Violent Crime
    13 years
  • 1% Juvenile
    10 years
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

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Michael Bowdish is a third generation attorney with eleven years experience in defending the accused in various jurisdictions around Tampa Bay. He has... more

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5 star rating

“Great Lawyer”

Posted by: David, 8 months ago.

Client Review: very personable, knowledgeable ,great attitude couldnt of asked for better help in such a stressful time. Took our case with plenty of enthusiam we... more
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5 star rating

“An Excellent DUI attorney”

Posted by: JB, 10 months ago.

Client Review: I hired Mr. Bowdish (and his associate Melissa Sharpsteen) in November 2010. I was arrested on suspicion of a 2nd DUI within 5 years. The penalties... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

10 endorsements


Jackson Keith Hilliard

Mike Bowdish is an excellent attorney. He knows the law. And he takes care of his clients.

Endorsement from lawyer: Jackson Hilliard , Clearwater (FL), About 1 month ago
Bryan Cory Hannan

Mr. Bowdish is an excellent attorney who presented a wealth of knowledge and experience in the courtroom. Mr. Bowdish is also extremely personable... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Bryan Hannan , Sarasota (FL), 9 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

13 years since Michael Lewis Bowdish was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 2000 04/14/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Associate Attorney at Melissa Sharpsteen & Assoc., P.A. 2004–present
Assistant Public Defender at the Public Defender's Office 2000–2004
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Stetson University College of Law Trial Advocacy Juris Doctor 1999
Universidad Complutense de Madrid 1996
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Most Felony Jury Trials for 2002 Public Defender's Office, Pinellas County 2002

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board Member Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation 2011–present
Member Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation 2010–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

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Guides: 179 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Misdemeanor Leads to Jailing of 91-Year-Old St. Petersburg Times 2000