Victoria Marie Mussallem

Victoria Marie Mussallem

also known as Tori Mussallem

4.8
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

5801 Philips Highway, Suite A, Jacksonville, FL

About Victoria

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

I am a Jacksonville Criminal Defense Lawyer that handles Jacksonville DUI Defense, Jacksonville Drug Crime Defense, Jacksonville Domestic Battery Defense, Jacksonville Gun Crime Defense, and all Jacksonville Misdemeanors and Jacksonville Felonies. Our Jacksonville Criminal Defense Law Firm has represented thousands, prosecuted NONE.

25 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Offices of Victoria Marie Mussallem

5801 Philips Highway, Suite A, Jacksonville, FL, 32216

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Victoria Marie Mussallem's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Compassion

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...as so very polite, calm and comforting when dealing with my husband and I. Tori never spoke down to us or judged us. She always dealt in facts and kept in consistent contact with me. Maybe this is her way or maybe she realized I needed to hear from her frequently, even when there was nothing to update me on. Tori was able to secure significantly reduced bail for my husband, refer me to a very responsive and compassionate bail bondsman, and quickly resolve the matter - with all charges dropped. Should I ever need a criminal defense attorney again, the only call I’ll make will be to Tori. She even put up with me hugging her several times, and I don’t think she’s much of a hugger. What can I say? She saved the day and our lives as we know it. We are eternally grateful.

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.... Non-judgemental and caring for my sons future was something I could not have anticipated and yet more than appreciated, she works with such passion, determination and as fast as possible. I have the utmost respect for her professionalism and confident approach which I am sure comes from her absolute knowledge of the law, to give the best outcome.

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,... smart, and very reassuring. Hopefully I'm never in trouble with the legal system again, but I know I can count on Tori to stand up for me.

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... reviews, her many years experience, she was respectful and understanding (many of them are a little rough around the edges) and that was last thing I needed. She was also very inexpensive compared to other quotes I had received. She worked a payment plan with me and asked me what I could afford. She understands your situation and how expensive "life" can be in general, and doesn't want to see you struggle just to pay her off. She ACTUALLY CARES about everyone involved. THAT was huge to me and if I have to ever hire another lawyer, she will be it. She's also very "real". She doesn't sugar-coat the potential of what could happen in court - she gives you all outcomes which was very nervous for me to hear, but it also prepares you. She's also great at communicating with you, she's easy to get in contact with and when she's busy, she will always call you back. She has great working relationships with many of the prosecutors in the area and strives for the best possible outcome for her client. In my case, what she did is what I call "a realistic miracle". He could have faced a lot more time - Tori cut the time in half of what was being offered, he was credited time that he already served and needless to say, he'll be out in 3.5 mths. I am very satisfied with Tori's efforts and I highly recommend her.

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... family in any shape or form but only helped us get thru the circumstances with a sense of kindness. Dealing with the law is already scary and frustrating enough Tori was able to make this scary experience as painless as possible. I recommend Tori to anyone that is looking for an honest caring lawyer that will do her job because she loves helping people in need and not because she got paid for it.

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Victoria Marie Mussallem's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon Schott

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Rothstein

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Yekaterina Mesic

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Victoria is an excellent advocate for her clients. She comes up with creative solutions and always puts her clients first."

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Ethan Way

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her experience and knowledge make her an exceptional choice for sound representation in criminal cases."

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Matthew Baggett

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Roberson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Richard Sichta

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kirsten Doolittle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Regina Wright

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tori is a great advocate. She fights for her clients with great passion and zeal."

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Darcy Galnor

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Casey Bryant

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Leombruno

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Raymond Forbess

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"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

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

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 Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Florida Bar Association

2007 - 2010

Jacksonville University Board of Trustees

Trustee

2007 - 2012

Jacksonville Humane Society Board of Directors

Director

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

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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

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