Michael M. Stover

Michael M. Stover

also known as firstcoastatty.com

4.9
Rating: 4.1

Licensed for 10 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Augustine, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +5 more

., Saint Augustine, FL

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 31%

Possession of drugs, Possession with intent to sell drugs, Sale of Drugs, Driving under the Influence (DUI), Battery, Aggravated Battery, Violation of Injunction, Fleeing and Eluding, Failure to register and any other criminal law case.

12 years | 600 cases

31%
DUI and DWI 29%

1st DUI, 2nd DUI, 3rd DUI, 4th DUI, Misdemeanor DUI, Felony DUI, BUI

12 years | 600 cases

29%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Speeding, no motor vehicle registration, attached tag not assigned, boating infractions and any matter of the like

450 cases

10%
Violent Crime 10%

Burglary, Robbery, Aggravated Battery, Battery over 65, Child abuse Child neglect

12 years | 450 cases

10%
Juvenile Law 8%

Any and all Juvenile law cases

12 years | 100 cases

8%
Expungement 5%

Any and all Expungements

12 years | 70 cases

5%
Sex Crime 5%

Failure to register, Lewd and Lascivious molestation, and any other sex crime matter

12 years | 65 cases

5%
White Collar Crime 2%

Contracting without a license and the like

20 cases

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 10 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2015

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

The Law Offices of Michael M. Stover

., Saint Augustine, FL, 32092

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Michael M. Stover's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Drug Crime

Posted by Joel | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Top boss attorney

I was suspected of trafficking guns and drugs, the police have been after me threatening my life for past year. From time I hired him I been able take my mind of my legal troubles. Micheal didn’t bullshit me not once, he takes pride in his cases and clients. With Micheal on your team you can’t lose, ...get the best for your money, don’t play with your life. Best decision you can make, he just a call away +1 (904) 495-6703

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Michael M. Stover's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tim Pribisco

Unknown lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a zealous advocate, a hard worker, and a genuine human being. When you are in the foxhole defending against the government, you want Mike on your side."

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Michael Rubin

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Well thought out, well presented and right on point"

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William Masson

Unknown lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Stover without hesitation. He is exceptionally capable, fair, honest and genuine. He will go to great lengths to do what is both right and just. If you are represented by Mr. Stover you can rest easy knowing you have the best of the best."

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Adam Sudbury

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Stover is an aggressive advocate who provides sound legal analysis and creative problem solving. I have reviewed his numerous responses to consumer questions on Avvo's Q&A forum, and would have no reservations in referring business to him in Duval County."

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Eric Dirga

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stover is a real fighter, enthusiastic about his work, and tireless when it comes to promoting the legal community in a positive light."

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Gary Kollin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had many opportunities to review posts by him. He provides intelligent, competent and quality advice"

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Jeffery Higgins

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike is an energetic & passionate advocate with a keen understanding of strengths & weaknesses to both sides of a case. I have worked with him as opposing counsel & side-by-side. Any defendant would be wise to select Mike to represent them."

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Bryan Shorstein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Michael is a very hard worker who cares for his clients. His knowledge of the law is exceptional."

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Jessica Damoth

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Stover is a well respected attorney, that has formed good working relationships with the judges, law enforcement, and fellow attorneys in the community. He is very knowledgeable about criminal law and provides outstanding legal representation. He cares about his clients and is a zealous advocate. I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Drees

Unknown lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Mr. Stover was a superb assistant state attorney and moved up the ladder very quickly. He is well liked by all of the judges and attorneys. He practices in Jacksonville, which is a difficult venue to practice in. Mr. Stover grew up in the ST. Augustine area and knows his way around Jacksonville. All of his clients consider him the best. Mike has energy and knowledge of the criminal justice arenas from Melbourne up to Fernandina Beach."

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Philip Moffitt

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Stover is a great lawyer with a great attitude. He will advocate to get you the best outcome. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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John Hager

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is a great attorney and has much respect in the community of lawyers. He handles every case as if it was his own family member's issue. He is dedicated, smart and an absolute asset to anybody who hires him as their attorney. I endorse him 100% and know that he will do an outstanding job."

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Genine Mejia

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. I worked as opposing counsel to Attorney Michael Stover on numerous occasions. His vast amount of legal knowledge proved him to be a formidable opponent. Additionally, he consistently exemplified professionalism and ethics both in and out of the courtroom. I am proud to call him a colleague, as he is truly an asset to our profession. He would be an asset to your case as well."

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Nicholas Glance

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Stover’s experience as a former prosecutor gives him a level of understanding and expertise that is invaluable in defending criminal cases. I have cross answered legal questions with him in the past, and it is clear that he has the knowledge and skill to be an asset in any criminal law matter. His client reviews have been excellent, and I gladly endorse him."

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Michael Haber

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I don't know Mr. Stover personally but in recent weeks he and I have cross answered many questions and I have consistently found his analysis, expertise, resourcefulness and skill in transferring advise in lay terms to be exceptional. Although Mr. Stover has only been a lawyer for a few years his experience as a felony prosecutor in a busy judicial circuit has permitted him to develop into a young defense lawyer who is wise beyond his tenure. If you have a criminal law problem in the 904 then Michael M. Stover is the young gun / "Billy the Kid" that you want in your corner. I happily support and endorse Mr. Stover."

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Lewis Lockett

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stover's dedicated advocacy begins the moment a new client walks in the door and doesn't slow down until the case is resolved. Born and raised right here in northeast Florida, Michael knows the court system on the First Coast as well as anyone."

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Michael Rubin

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Brittany Fraser

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William Masson

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Eric Dirga

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Sudbury

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Jane Park

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Glenn Reid

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Carlos Vidal-Collazo

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Jessica Damoth

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Terry Shoemaker

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Philip Moffitt

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Tim Pribisco

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Catherine Drees

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Hager

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Shekhter

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffery Higgins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicholas Glance

Criminal defense lawyer

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Genine Mejia

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Gary Kollin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Haber

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  4.1 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2023

updated on 01/17/2024

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2021

Expertise.com Best Lawyers in Palm Coast 2020, Expertise.com

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Top Contributor, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Recognition for service to the State, State Attorney's Office 7th Judicial Circuit

2014

Best Orator, William E. McGee Civil Rights Moot Court Competition

2014

2nd Place Overall, William E. McGee Civil Rights Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner and Lead Attorney, The LAw Offices of Michael M. Stover, P.A

2019 - 2019

Associate, Lockett Law

2018 - 2019

Associate, David Damore Law

2014 - 2018

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office 7th Judicial Circuit

Associations

2019 - Present

St. Johns County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2015 - Present

Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Placido Farley

Case Nolle Prossed after evidence suppressed

Matthew Scott Nesbitt

Guilty as charged, 7 count information. Sentenced to 13 years Department of Corrections

Rose Ducille Irons

Guilty as charged. Sentenced to 4 years prison 20 years probation

Rose Ducille Irons

Guilty as charged. Sentenced to 4 years prison 20 years probation

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Education

2014

University of Arkansas Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Florida State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Football and the Law

Contact with the police and your rights

Publications

2019

The Jacksonville Daily Record In the Law

2019

The Jacksonville Daily Record In the Law

2019

The Jacksonville Daily Record In the Law

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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