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    Terrence James O'Sullivan

    Terrence James O'Sullivan

    4.830 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Attorney Terrence O’Sullivan has been providing premium criminal defense in Florida state and federal courts for over 17 years. Attorney O’Sullivan possesses a passion for justice, a keen desire to ensure that everyone receives equal protection of...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Gus Michael Centrone

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    Gus Michael Centrone

    5.02 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection, Business and more
    Bio: Gus Centrone has been practicing law since 2006. He started his career defending high-profile, white-collar criminal defendants, such as corporate executives, judges, and sports figures, typically in federal court. His work also involved represent...
    Rating:  10
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    Barry Michael Wax

    Barry Michael Wax

    5.019 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I’ve spent three decades defending every type of criminal case, in state courts and federal courts. This includes misdemeanors like domestic violence, battery and DUI, to felonies such as possession or sale of drugs, grand theft and violent crimes...
    Rating:  10
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    Reid M. Hart

    Reid M. Hart

    5.06 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "Reid was referred to me by another lawyer. My son got into some trouble when he was 8 years old. The issues I faced as a parent were quieted once Reid came on board and helped me navigate the tough road ahead. Needless to say, I consider him a gre..."
    Rating:  10
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    Douglas Ian Leifert

    Douglas Ian Leifert

    4.959 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: We help good people facing difficult circumstances. Together, my brother and I bring over 30 years of combined experience handling Criminal, Traffic, and Driver’s License matters. Each year, we represent thousands of clients across South Florida, ...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Bradford M. Cohen

    Bradford M. Cohen

    5.08 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Personal Injury
    Bio: NEVER STAND ALONE Court is an intimidating place. You are intimidated by the Judge, State Attorney or Government and the process itself. Don't be bullied by the system. FIGHT BACK with the attorney Catherine Crier from Court TV called "top notch"....
    Rating:  10
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    Jay R Thakkar

    Jay R Thakkar

    5.05 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice, Real Estate
    Review: "I hired Jay to handle a real estate closing for me and he did a wonderful job! Jay and his staff kept me informed throughout the entire process and always responded to my emails promptly. Real estate closings can be stressful, but now I know they ..."
    Rating:  10
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    Patrick John Grozinger

    Patrick John Grozinger

    5.0112 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Patrick Grozinger is an AV Preeminent rated Criminal and Civil attorney in Central Florida. He was raised in Shreveport, Louisiana and attended Southern Methodist University, during which time he studied in Paris, France and graduated with a Bache...
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Stephen Connelly

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    Michael Stephen Connelly

    5.016 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Debt Settlement, Family
    Being charged with a crime creates critical life decisions. Professional help is a valuable guide!
    Rating:  9.4
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    Christopher Haskins Westmoreland

    Christopher Haskins Westmoreland

    5.06 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I had several attorneys to choose from that I knew well. I chose Mr. Westmoreland because I knew he would be the most responsive, discreet, and thorough. He was all of those things. He's an excellent communicator and kept me well apprised at every..."
    Rating:  10
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    Kenneth Lyles Foote

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    Kenneth Lyles Foote

    5.018 reviews
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    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    "When your life is on the line, you need SERIOUS representation! Free Consultation. (727) 705-2658
    Rating:  10
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    Rainer Wayne Richter

    Rainer Wayne Richter

    5.010 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Wayne Richter is the Founder/Owner of the Law Offices of R. Wayne Richter, P.A. The Law Offices of R. Wayne Richter, P.A. is dedicated to the practice of criminal defense in South Florida, primarily in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. We ...
    Rating:  10
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    Maggie Arias

    Maggie Arias

    5.017 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: My successful litigation of criminal cases depends entirely on me, on my work ethic, trial preparation, research, on my negotiation with prosecutors, relationships with the various judges and judicial assistants, and on the tenacious pursuit of so...
    Rating:  10
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    Richard G. Canina

    Richard G. Canina

    4.940 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: AGGRESSIVELY DEFENDING THE ACCUSED SINCE 1985. For nearly 40 years, attorney Richard G. Canina has been practicing exclusively in the area of criminal defense law in Brevard County, FL. Mr. Canina graduated with Honors from The University Of Flori...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Bryce A. Fetter

    Bryce A. Fetter

    5.0108 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Bryce Fetter graduated with honors from the University of Florida in 1994 with a degree in Political Science. While attending the University of Florida Mr. Fetter worked in Washington D.C. for the Honorable John L. Mica. Bryce Fetter then attended...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Lindsey Catherine Gergely

    Lindsey Catherine Gergely

    5.020 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Lindsey C. Gergely is the newest member of the Umansky Law Firm. Lindsey came to the firm after serving as an Assistant State Attorney in the Orange County State Attorney's Office. During her time at the State Attorney's Office, Lindsey practiced ...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Bennett Asbury Hutson

    Bennett Asbury Hutson

    5.015 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Thank you for taking a moment to review my Avvo profile. I started my firm with a simple goal of providing exceptional client service while obtaining the best possible results. At Hutson Law Firm, we make this our mission every day. Call us to dis...
    Rating:  10
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    Justin Scott Reep

    Justin Scott Reep

    5.011 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Justin Reep is a Florida native who spent his formative years in Jupiter, Florida. After graduating from William T. Dwyer High School’s Academy of Finance, Justin decided to continue his studies at the University of Central Florida. His hard work ...
    Rating:  10
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    Warren William Lindsey

    Warren William Lindsey

    5.06 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime
    Bio: Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer; U.S. Federal Court, Middle District of Florida; U.S. Federal Court, Northern District of Florida; U.S. Federal Court, Southern District of Florida; U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals; U.S. Fifth Circuit C...
    Rating:  10
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    Darcy Danene Galnor

    Darcy Danene Galnor

    5.024 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Darcy Galnor is a graduate of Ohio State University and earned her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville. She is one of the few female criminal defense lawyers in Northeast Florida that is board-certified in criminal trial ...
    Rating:  9.7
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