Jason M. Melton, Esq., Former State Prosecutor-Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense/DUI
Straightforward and honest
- a Criminal Defense client
What you need, fair and hard working!
- a Personal Injury client
Overview
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Free Consultation (15 minutes)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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About Me
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Whittel Melton, LLC is a full service central Florida law practice with an emphasis on representing clients in all Personal Injury cases as well asWrongful... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
a Criminal Defense client,
2009-03-02
almost 3 years ago.
Client Review:
Mr. Melton represented me in my DUI 10 months ago. From the very beginning, he explained to me what was at stake and eventually was able to get the...
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Posted by:
a Personal Injury client,
2008-07-29
over 3 years ago.
Client Review:
I had the experience of working with Jason Melton and what I can say is this, he is honest, and will fight hard for you to ensure you are represented...
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Jason is a very knowledgeable and competent attorney, especially in the personal injury practice area. His dedicated...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
D. Leggett
, Jacksonville (FL), Over 1 year ago
I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Mr. Melton for the past seven years. During that time, Mr. Melton has been zealous and effective advocate...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Thomas Jerla
, Fort Lauderdale (FL), Over 2 years ago
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Résumé
License
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9 years since Jason M. Melton was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Florida |
Member in Good Standing
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2002 |
03/05/2011 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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Managing Partner at
Whittel & Melton, LLC
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2009–present
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Owner at
Law Offices of Jason M. Melton, P.A.
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2006–2009
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Assistant State Attorney/ Prosecutor at
State of Florida
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2002–2005
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Education
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Degree |
Graduated |
| The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
2002 |
| Southern Methodist University |
History |
BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1996 |
| University of San Diego School of Law |
Summer |
Italy |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Appointment to Traffic Court Rules Committee |
Florida Bar |
2011 |
| Appointment to Traffic Court Rules Committee |
Florida Bar |
2010 |
| Top DUI Criminal Law Blogs |
Criminal Justice Degree Online |
2010 |
| Appointment to Traffic Court Rules Committee |
Florida Bar |
2009 |
| Appointment to Traffic Court Rules Committee |
Florida Bar |
2008 |
| Nominee for Florida State House of Representatives |
Flroida Democratic Party |
2008 |
| Appointment as Judge |
Hernando County Teen Court |
2008 |
| Appointment to Traffic Court Rules Committee |
Florida Bar |
2007 |
| Appointment as Prosecutor |
State Attorney's Office, 11th Judicial Circuit |
2002 |
| Deans Award |
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law |
2001 |
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Associations
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| Eagle Associate |
Florida Justice Association |
2011-present
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| Soaring Eagle |
Florida Justice Association |
2009-present
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| Member |
Florida Justice Association |
2008-present
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| Member |
Citrus-Hernando American Inn of Court |
2007-present
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| Member |
Florida Bar, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section |
2007-present
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| Member |
Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section |
2006-present
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| Member |
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section |
2006-present
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| Member |
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
2005-present
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| Member |
Hernando County Bar Association |
2005-present
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| Member |
Florida Bar |
2002-present
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| President |
Hernando County Bar Association |
2007-2008
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| Member |
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers |
2004-2008
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| Vice President |
Hernando County Bar Association |
2006-2007
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| Treasurer |
Hernando County Bar Association |
2005-2006
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 11
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Recently Posted
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Cases
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Outcome: Confidential Settlement four weeks before Trial
Outcome: Withhold on Careless Driving - DUI Dismissed
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Publications
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| 4th Amendment |
Hernando County, Florida College Scholarship Awareness |
2007 |
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