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also known as Tori Mussallem
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.
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5801 Philips Highway, Suite A, Jacksonville, FL, 32216
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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 Kim | January 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Outstanding dedication
"Tori' is goal oriented, with the highest attainable result, I could not have hoped for more, and I did not imagine it was even possible to have the options she obtained, it seemed like a miracle. Her immediate action and absolute understanding of the law and system made the process smooth and clear....
Posted by Justin | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Love this Woman!
Tori is Professional, Informed, Hard-Working, and knows how to win. She's helped me with multiple cases and I always know I can trust her to get me through it. She's always quick to get back to me right away with all of the details, and no matter how worried I am about what is going on she is calm,...
Posted by Monique | January 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer!
First off, this was my first time (hopefully last time), I have to hire a lawyer for anything. It was not me, but someone very special to me that was arrested and a lot of times, it's pretty difficult for the person on "the outside" going through something like this. I hired Tori because of her great...
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Great professionalism!
Tori Mussallem did a great job in advising & helping us thru an extremely difficult time for our family. She was always accessible & she gave us a tremendous sense of security about our case. With Tori's help charges were dropped on one case and adjudication withed in another. She didn't judge our...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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2005
Most County Court Trials - "Trial God Award", Office of the Public Defender, Duval County
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
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
DUI charge reduced to a Reckless Driving
Child Abuse Charges in Jacksonville Dropped
Drug Charges Dismissed
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Bachelors
2007
Criminal Defense
2005
Ethics and Criminal Defense
English
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