Karen Jean Tufte

Overview

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (45 minutes), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Board Certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist since July 2000.

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Outstanding”

Posted by: Andy, 7 days ago.

Client Review: Karen was recommended by an attorney I used in the past without knowing much about her ability. This type of suggestion has not always turned out... more
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5 star rating

“Outstanding Job”

Posted by: Tameka, 11 days ago.

Client Review: My nephew was facing life in prison. He was charged with attempted murder and other felonies. The "victim" and witnesses changed their stories... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

6 endorsements


Jeffrey Paul Battista

I have worked in courtrooms along side of Karen for years. She is a a savvy and intelligent attorney who cares deeply about protecting the rights of... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jeffrey Battista , Vero Beach (FL), 3 months ago
Dean Joseph Merten

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Karen since 1998; she is a zealous criminal defense attorney who strives to do her best for her clients.

Endorsement from lawyer: Dean Merten , West Palm Beach (FL), 8 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

18 years since Karen Jean Tufte was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1994 04/29/2012

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Law Office of Karen J Tufte 1998–present
Assistant Public Defender at Public Defender's Office - 19th Judicial Circuit 1994–1998

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Mississippi College School of Law Law Juris Doctorate 1993
SUNY New Paltz Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1990
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Board Certified - Criminal Trial Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education 2010
Board Certified - Criminal Trial Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education 2005
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member St. Lucie County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2007-present
Member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2000-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Criminal Procedure Overview Lecture 2009