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Victoria Marie Mussallem
also known as Tori Mussallem
About Victoria
Biography
I am an experienced Florida Criminal Defense Attorney serving Duval, Clay, Nassau and St. Johns Counties primarily. I am committed to defending the rights of the accused. My criminal law practice is 100% devoted to criminal defense. I have defended thousands of clients throughout my career and prosecuted none. Zero. Unlike former prosecutors, I have never worked a single day to send anyone to jail or prison. Police will say protecting the streets isn’t a 9-to-5 job. Neither is protecting your rights. If you or a loved one is arrested, you expect immediate response. And I am here to give it to you: 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Choosing a Jacksonville Criminal Defense Lawyer is an important decision, not only because your freedom is at stake, but because a criminal conviction can affect the rest of your life. Not all Jacksonville Criminal Attorneys are trial lawyers and it is crucial to ask a potential criminal defense attorney about their specific trial experience. When your life is at stake, experience is essential. Ask the prospective attorney whether or not they were the "first chair" in previous trials. A "first chair" is the primary attorney in a trial who develops the theory of your case, perpares the case for trial, argues any motions, cross-examines all witnesses and fights for your innocence. Not all criminal cases end in a trial, but you need to have that option and you need to have a lawyer prepared to go to trial.
I represent prople charged with all felonies, misdemeanors and municipal ordinance violations in Florida, with an emphasis on Northeast Florida. There are many crimes on can be arrested for, including theft crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, domestic violence crimes, child abuse crimes and DUI.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
25 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
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Location
Law Offices of Victoria Marie Mussallem
5801 Philips Highway, Suite A, Jacksonville, FL, 32216
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Posted by James | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Lawyer
I retained Tori Mussalem to help fight a potential charge. To be honest I picked her randomly and it was the correct choice! She defended me and got the case dropped! Thank you Tori!
Posted by Mistie | January 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Probation termination
I highly recommend Victoria Mussallem. We hired Victoria during the holidays and she continued to work hard for us even though Christmas was approaching and the courthouse was closed for 2 weeks. I had 8 years probation and had completed 6 years. I got her every bit of paperwork that she asked me f...
Posted by Eric | September 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Jacksonville
My husband was in immediate need of an attorney, which came as a shock to me. Socially, we know a dozen of them. When I contacted several, in a panic, and the same name kept coming up, I figured Tori could likely help us. Tori exceeded our expectations. I have never been in this situation. She w...
Posted by Christopher | August 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hardworking, compassionate and brilliant
I hired Tori to help me with serious charges that could potentially ruin devastate my life. She stayed in contact with me and the state attorney regularly to dicuss dropping my charges. Three of four charges were dropped, and I received a withhold of adjudication for one misdemeanor. She saved my lif...
Posted by Cameron | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
realistic, determined, and experienced tori was amazing.
long story short, facing two felony drug charges. Tori and my family were able to to watch me walk out of the court room with no convictions and or punishments. She was excellent from start to finish, I will keep her number for any future need and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a cri...
Victoria Marie Mussallem's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I have had a chance to work with Tori Mussallem several times over the last few years. Each time I have been impressed with her skills in the courtroom and knowledge of the law. She is a tough advocate who represents her clients well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Victoria is an excellent advocate for her clients. She comes up with creative solutions and always puts her clients first."
"I endorse this lawyer. Her experience and knowledge make her an exceptional choice for sound representation in criminal cases."
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"Ms. Mussallem has always been a very effective advocate for her clients. In addition, she is very professional and enjoyable to work a case with."
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"Tori is one of the most zealous advocates for a client that I've seen. She works hard to prepare her cases and ensures that the best possible outcome is received."
"Tori is a great advocate. She fights for her clients with great passion and zeal."
"I had the opportunity to work with Ms. Mussallem when I was a prosecutor. Trying several cases against her, I can say firsthand she's tough. Unlike many attorneys, Ms. Mussallem will take a case to trial -- and win. Because of that, prosecutors, judges and fellow attorneys respect her. Better yet, they listen when she speaks."
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"Ms. Mussallem is truly one of Jacksonville's rising stars. Years of courtroom experience combined with an aggressive approach to representation make her one of the most feared litigators in the courthouse. A fine attorney who provides priceless representation for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tori is a criminal defense lawyer in Jacksonville, Florida. She has been practicing law since 2001. Tori was born and raised in Jacksonville and the only time she left town was when she attended law school at Stetson University College of Law. When Tori moved back after law school, she served our community as a public defender for three years. We opened a criminal defense law firm in Jacksonville in 2007 and practice 100% criminal law. Tori represents the citizens of Jacksonville, Clay County, Nassau County, and St. Johns County. She fights felony charges, misdemeanor charges, DUI's, domestic battery charges, drug charges, theft charges, and all violent charges. Tori is an aggressive criminal attorney and practices with professionalism."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Most County Court Trials - "Trial God Award", Office of the Public Defender, Duval County
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, The Mussallem Law Firm, P.A.
2007 - 2011
Owner, Mussallem & Forbess P.A.
2004 - 2007
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, Duval County
2001 - 2004
General Counsel, NoMuv Inc.
2001 - 2002
Associate, Law Office of Paul M. Harden
1997 - 1998
Accounting Staff and Sales, Mussallem Galleries
1995 - 1996
Accounting Staff, Mussallem Oriental Rugs
Associations
2012 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Florida Bar Association
2007 - 2010
Jacksonville University Board of TrusteesTrustee
2007 - 2012
Jacksonville Humane Society Board of DirectorsDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Florida vs. S.S.
DUI charge reduced to a Reckless Driving
State of Florida vs. J.D.
Child Abuse Charges in Jacksonville Dropped
State of Florida vs. S.C.
Drug Charges Dismissed
Education
2001
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Jacksonville University
Bachelors
Speaking Engagements
2007
Florida Coastal School of Law
Criminal Defense
2005
Lecture at World Ethics Class at FSCJ, Kent Campus
Ethics and Criminal Defense
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can you purchase a handgun in texas with felonies as a juvenille im 27 now and was 16 last time i was arrested.
27 Nov 2009
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What does "charge cleared" in a criminal case mean?
16 Nov 2009
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Being that i am on a.r.d. what happens if i get kicked off, do i go to jail, or does it go on my record or both?
19 Nov 2009