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Attorney D. Scott Monroe is the President and Founder of Monroe Law, P.A. in Jacksonville, Florida. A nationally ranked trial lawyer with more than 13 years of total legal experience, Mr. Monroe provides unmatched counsel and support to clients throughout Northeast Florida, including Jacksonville, Amelia Island, St. Augustine, St. Johns, Orange Park and beyond who are facing charges for any type of felony or misdemeanor offense.
Over the course of his legal career as a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Monroe has achieved remarkable success fighting for the rights and liberties of his clients, and he has secured many acquittals, dismissals and reductions of charges of the accused. He has gained a reputation for his fierce advocacy both inside and outside of the courtroom as well as his unwavering dedication to helping his clients obtain the favorable outcomes they seek as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.
Honored for his outstanding professionalism and service, Mr. Monroe has earned an AV Preeminent peer review rating* from Martindale-Hubbell and a Top 100 Criminal Trial Attorney designation from The National Trial Lawyers along with many other top rankings and endorsements from his peers. Moreover, he has received the prestigious Elite Advocate Award twice from the American Academy of Legal Advocates, and his firm has received designation as one of the Top 10 Best Criminal Defense Law Firms in Florida from 2017-2023.
He is an active member of the National and Florida Associations of Criminal Defense Lawyers as well as the Jacksonville Bar Association, The Florida Bar and the American Bar Association, among his other professional affiliations. He has also published articles and conducted lectures and seminars across his region on a variety of topics, including DUI defense and other criminal defense matters.
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
16 years
DUI and DWI
25%
Drug Crime
15%
Domestic Violence
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
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Posted by Tyler | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
VOP dismissal
Attorney Monroe, Attorney Berger, Ms. Rios, and Ms. Vandiver demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication in handling my VOP case. Their strategic approach, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment resulted in the early termination of my probation. Throughout the process, they provid...
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fights harder than anybody else!
I was in a very tough case where the state wanted to convict me of life plus 30. I am a God fearing man and I had never been in this kind of situation before. Mr. Monroe and his team were able to educate me, encourage me and fight harder than I have ever seen someone fight. Even when I was ready t...
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Best!!
....freaking out late in the evening after my son's wrongful arrest I spoke with multiple attorneys using reviews like these to decide who to call. I chose Scott which was the best decision ever. Scott was not only kind, caring, sympathetic and empathetic but he was also generous with his time, expla...
Posted by anonymous | September 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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Scott Monroe is the best criminal defense attorney in Jacksonville, Florida. He worked tirelessly on our case throughout its duration. There were many difficult times throughout the process, in view of the serious accusations, but Scott and his team of attorneys, paralegals, and office staff never qu...
Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy and Honest
One of the best decision we made to avail the services of Mr. Scott Monroe to represent us in our case. His representation in our case was nothing but the best through out the process. The entire staff is also amazing, they were always on top of my case proceedings and kept me fully informed on the h...
Scott Monroe's Lawyer Endorsements
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I worked with Scott on a recent matter. He did an excellent job for his client and he is a very hard working attorney. I could tell he really cared about the client."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Scott in the legal profession as both a colleague and an adversary. I have the utmost respect for his legal knowledge as well as his strong advocacy skills. I would strongly recommend Scott to anyone seeking legal counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is a strong advocate for those accused of crimes. His vast knowledge of the criminal justice system is a benefit to his clients and a testament to his dedication as an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Ronald Roberts
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney in Florida, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Top 1% for White Collar Crime Defense, Premiere Lawyers of America
2019
Top 1% for DUI Defense, Premiere Lawyers of America
2019
Top 1% for Drug Trafficking Defense, Premiere Lawyers of America
2019
Top 1% in US for Criminal Defense, Premiere Lawyers of America
2019
Elite Advocate Award, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2019
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney in Florida, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Top 40 Under 40, America Academy of Attorneys
2018
Top 100, Criminal Defense Attorneys
2018
10 Best Under 40 Attorney for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
Elite Advocate, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2023 - Present
President and Founder, Monroe Law, P.A.
2016 - 2023
Owner, Monroe & King, P.A.
2015 - 2016
Head of Criminal Division, Douglas and Hedstrom, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Willis Lucas Law Group, P.A.
2013 - 2014
Special Prosecutor, Office Of The State Attorney, 1st Judicial Circuit Of Florida
2010 - 2013
DUI Unit Prosecutor, Felony Prosecutor, State Attorney's Office, 4th Judicial Circuit, Jacksonville
Associations
2017 - Present
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015 - Present
North Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015 - Present
Jacksonville Bar Association
2010 - Present
Florida Bar
2010 - Present
American Bar Association
Education
2010
Florida Coastal School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Auburn University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
TSRP DUI Conference
DUI Defense - Basic DUI Lecture
2014
TSRP DUI Conference
DUI Defense - Advanced DUI Lecture
2013
TSRP DUI Conference
DUI Defense - Prosecuting the Drugged Driver
Publications
2014
TSRP DUI Manual
Basic DUI Prosecution
2014
TSRP DUI Manual
Advanced DUI Prosecution and Enforcment
2013
TSRP DUI Manual
Prosecuting the Drugged Driver and DRE Issues
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
MY BOYFRIEND WAS ARRESTED FOR BURGLARY/CONVEYANCE NOT OCCUPIED - NO WEAPON - NO PROPERTY THEFT WHAT DOES THIS MEAN ?
13 Jul 2019
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How can I get a domestic violence restraining order dismissed?
14 Dec 2018
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In FL, who is allowed to attend a nelson hearring for a criminal case
11 Oct 2016