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Carlton Crawford Pierce IV

Criminal defense Attorney at Saint Augustine, FL

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also known as Crawford Pierce, Carlton Pierce

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  • Licensed for 14 years
    State FL
    Acquired 2009
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    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found

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Assistant Public Defender
Trisha
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Great experience! Very professional
anonymous
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About Carlton

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  1. Criminal defense
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    Former Public Defender (6 years); 20 + jury trials

    14 years, 3,000 cases

Crawford is an experienced criminal trial attorney with over 10 years experience defending cases in Northeast Florida. Crawford has successfully defended misdemeanor, felony and capital offenses at trial. Crawford spent 6 years as a public defender where he was assigned to the misdemeanor, felony, homicide and sex crimes divisions.  During his 10 years of practice, Crawford has successfully tried cases at every level, but the vast majority of his trial experience has involved complex felony cases. While serving as an Assistant Public Defender, Crawford was awarded the Best Advocate Award for his outstanding performance in jury selection, cross-examination, opening statement, and closing argument. Crawford's success at trial has continued into his private practice.  Crawford’s practice areas include criminal defense and appeals, sealings/expungements, restoration of driving privileges, removal from the sex offender registry, and traffic infractions.   

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The Law Office of C. Crawford Pierce, IV, P.A.
2807 North Tenth Street, Suite 12
Saint Augustine, FL, 32084
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Posted by Trisha | April 1, 2019
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Assistant Public Defender
Crawford thinks outside of the box and doesn’t back down from a challenge. He is supreme advocate for all this clients and has the wit to do so! Having the pleasure of working from him - I benefitted from his mentoring, advice, and loved bouncing ideas off of him for my own cases! Highly recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2019
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Great experience! Very professional
Mr. Pierce was very professional throughout my entire process. He was patient, kind, and understanding. I have referred him to all my friends and family.
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2019
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Great consultation and didn’t try to take my money
Contacted this lawyer and consulted with him on super speeder ticket. He didn’t push for me to hire him and take money but directed me on how to handle the situation. Everything was resolved with ease and without a hassle
Posted by Christian | October 11, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Incredible Criminal Defense Attorney
I had a very complicated criminal case. Crawford went above and beyond to make sure he fought for justice for me. He was able to make a deal no other attorneys in the past were able to for me. I would highly recommend him. He is professional, diligent with communication and is very fair with his rates. You can tell he truly cares about his clients. I will continue to refer everyone to him.
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  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
  • Retainer Always
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Cash, Check, Credit Card

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • The Law Office of C. Crawford Pierce, IV
  • 2017 - Present
  • Assistant Public Defender
  • Office of the Public Defender
  • 2011 - 2017
  • Attorney
  • The Law Office of Nooney & Roberts
  • 2009 - 2011

Education

  • Florida Coastal School of Law
  • Juris Doctor
  • 2009
  • Florida State University
  • Master of Science
  • 2006
  • Valdosta State University
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • 2003

Legal Cases

  • State v. Drescher (2017--00201CF) - Capital Sexual Battery (Life)
  • Not Guilty - Acquitted at Trial
  • State v Stewart (2015-00312CF) - Felony Aggravated Assault with a Weapon
  • Not Guilty - Acquitted at Trial
  • State v Dentmon (2012-1709CF) - Felony Battery with Serious Bodily Injury
  • Not Guilty - Acquitted at Trial
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Associations

  • American Inns of Court
  • Member, St. Augustine Inn
  • 2018 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Best Criminal Defense Attorney of St. Augustine
  • Folio Weekly
  • 2020
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2020
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2019
  • Top 40 Under 40
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2019
  • Best Advocate Award
  • Florida Defender College
  • 2011
  • Advanced Legal Research & Writing Certificate
  • Florida Coastal School of Law
  • 2009
  • Book Award in Legal Writing
  • Florida Coastal School of Law
  • 2006
  • Highest Academic Honors in Criminal Justice
  • Valdosta State University
  • 2003
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Speaking Engagements

  • Pretrial Conference
  • Criminal Defense
  • 2019
  • Pretrial Conference
  • Criminal Defense
  • 2019

Attorney endorsements

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Steven Croskey
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 28
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Carlton is a great trial lawyer with loads of knowledge and experience. I am a prior prosecutor, and we've tried cases against one-another before when he was working as a criminal defense attorney. Carlton has always been professional, and he is looked up to by many criminal defense attorneys in the community. Whether it's a felony, misdemeanor, DUI, sex crime, or any other crime, he is definitely a formidable attorney in all of these areas"
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Michael Brownlee
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Crawford is as good as it gets when it comes to criminal defense. Great trial lawyer with an incredible work ethic. Excellent human as well."
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Alexander Gilewicz
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Crawford is a phenomenal trial attorney who zealously advocates on his client's behalf."
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David Naples
Criminal defense Attorney | May 21
Relationship: Friend
"I've known Crawford for years, starting with his time at the Public Defenders Office. He is my go-to referral for criminal defense cases. Clients that I've referred to him have had wonderful things to say and have gotten good results from Crawford's representation. I highly endorse Crawford for any criminal defense matter."
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John Spence
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I don't practice criminal law, but when someone needs a criminal law referral, Mr. Pierce is who I recommend. He knows his way around a courtroom, which is what you need when your freedom is at stake."
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Norma Wendt
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 29
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"As a Certified Legal Intern in our Office, Crawford exemplified all of the positive attributes that a criminal defense lawyer must have to represent those accused of crimes - especially the very serious crimes. Once he became a licensed attorney, Crawford made an excellent addition to the attorney ranks in the Office of Public Defender and although we understood the lure of private practice, were sad to see him depart. Crawford gives 150% when representing clients and is an excellent choice as an attorney for those non-indigent persons in need of a criminal defense attorney."
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Marissa Fallica
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 28
Relationship: Co-worker
"You will be hard pressed to find a better advocate than Crawford! He possesses all of the qualities you want in a strong defense attorney—knowledgeable, dedicated, a fearless advocate and strong in trial."
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Jessica Deaton
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Crawford is an excellent attorney. We have worked together on very serious criminal cases, and I cannot think of another attorney that I would rather have by my side at trial."
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Saint Augustine Criminal defense Lawyer Carlton Crawford Pierce IV
Carlton Crawford Pierce IV
Criminal defense Attorney
Saint Augustine, FL
Licensed for 14 years
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