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John E. Flor
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Biography
I am a former Massachusetts State Prosecutor and Assistant City Solicitor for New Bedford. My extensive experience in criminal and civil litigation gives me a broad foundation for success. Find out how I can fight for you.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
18 years
Litigation
10%
15 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of John Flor
888 Purchase St., Suite 312, New Bedford, MA, 02740-7245
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Posted by Ali Abdul-Muhaimin | November 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense
I was a previous client of Mr. Flor
I was recently a client of John around July of 2013. He hadn't provided enough defense to exonerate me in a case in which my step son was using drugs. I've done ALL the leg work, provided witness', media documents that would attest to the disposition of the people that pressed charges against me as w...
John Flor
Replied last November 20, 2014Mr. Abdul-Muhaimin, I am sorry to now learn you were dissatisfied with my representation from July 2013. As I tell all my clients, I'm always available to sit down, talk and address any concerns face to face, even when your case is done. I invite you to call me at your earliest convenience so that we may discuss your concerns and the several nuances that were involved in your case. Feel free to contact me at (508)-717-8993. Best, John Flor
John E. Flor's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with John Flor and against John Flor on cases over the last several years. John has always been prepared, thoughtful, and ethical in his approach to these cases. For people seeking a young, aggressive, and intelligent attorney, they will be well served by JihnFlor."
"John is an excellent attorney. He recently pulled off a jaw-dropping "not guilty" in a case everyone expected would be an easy conviction for the state. Great guy, pleasure to work with."
"I have had many cases with John, he is always courteous and prepared. He has an innate ability to simplify complicated cases with ease, and present a strong defense for his clients. He puts in the effort to investigate every accusation for use in negotiation with a prosecutor or to present to a jury. He is a tireless advocate and consistently receives positive results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Flor is a tireless and zealous advocate for his clients. I have had many cases with him and have witnessed first hand his abilities in the courtroom. Attorney Flor regularly achieves outstanding results for his clients!"
"Having previously worked with John and now regularly seeing him in court, I highly recommend Attorney Flor. He is knowledgeable about the law and a skilled advocate in the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is excellent with his clients and knows the law."
"John is an excellent attorney with experience in Criminal Defense, Municipal Matters and Litigation. John has vast trial experience as a former Assistant District Attorney and is using those experiences to fight for his current clients. John is honest, intelligent, and hard working."
"John is an excellent attorney; that is, he excels at his profession. John is passionate and committed to his clients. Beyond that, he is a true professional. He prepares each case by mapping from the outset the road to success. I would turn to him for representation in a criminal case or any other type of legal matter, because I am confident in his abilities to provide the absolute highest level of legal services."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2008
Cum Laude, Suffolk University Law School
2008
Jurisprudence Award- Secured Transactions, Suffolk University Law School
2003
Magna Cum Laude, Flagler College
Work Experience
2012 - 2017
Attorney, Law Office of John Elliot Flor
2012 - 2017
Assistant City Solicitor, City of New Bedford
2008 - 2012
Assistant District Attorney, Bristol County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
Bristol County Bar AdvocatesMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Attorney Flor wins acquittal in domestic assault case
Not Guilty
Attorney Flor successfully defends client in Superior Court Civil Trial
Win for the defense!
Education
2008
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Flagler College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English