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About Justin

Justin Seth Drach is a former Naval Aviator with more than ten years of military service. Justin has experience flying combat aircraft such as the S-3B Viking, T-45C Goshawk, and the F/A-18C Hornet. His aviation and leadership experiences have taken him all over the world and have given him valuable insight into your unique problems. The common theme of Justin’s professional life has been service.

 

While in law school, Justin served as a supervised practicing intern for the Office of the Federal Public Defender in Norfolk, Virginia, even winning his first trial. Justin has worked on criminal cases of national and international significance.

 

A tenacious and aggressive litigator, Justin serves clients with attention to detail, searching for creative arguments and solutions to position the client for the best possible outcome. Whether representing a criminal defendant, accident victim, or a large bank, Justin’s skillful ability to negotiate a favorable settlement or prevail at trial helps clients get back to their lives and achieve a sense of normalcy as quickly as possible.

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Practice areas

OtherMilitary lawLitigationConsumer protectionPersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 40%

  2. Consumer protection: 40%

    6 years

  3. Litigation: 10%

  4. Military law: 5%

    6 years

  1. Aviation: 5%

Languages spoken

English

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Justin Seth Drach, P.A.

7545 Centurion Parkway
Suite 303
Jacksonville, FL, 32256

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing201304/04/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers139
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    William A. Van Nortwick, Jr. Presentation of the Pins RecipientFlorida Bar, Young Lawyers Division2019
    The Folio 500: Best Of Jax 2019Folio Weekly2019
    Best of the Beaches: Best Lawyer (3rd Place)Folio Weekly2019
    2017 Humanitarian AwardCitizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida2017
    Top 40 under 40National Trial Lawyers2015
    Presidential Management Fellows Program FinalistPresidential Management Fellows Program2013
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PartnerThoele Drach: Justin Seth Drach, P.A.2015 - Present
    AssociateDebski & Associates, P.A.2013 - 2015
    Pro bono attorneyPublic Defender for Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit2013 - 2013
    Practicing InternFederal Public Defender2012 - 2012
    AviatorUnited States Navy2000 - 2010
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember2019 - Present
    Jacksonville Beaches Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
    Greater Jacksonville Area USO CouncilMember2015 - Present
    Jacksonville Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember2013 - Present
    Tailhook AssociationMember2002 - Present
    Citadel Alumni AssociationLifetime Member2000 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Note“Willfull Blindness And Fraud Used As A Weapon Against Viatical Companies And The Economic Need To Reinvigorate the McCarran-Ferguson Act”2012
    Naval War College thesis“Aspects of Globalism and Al-Qaeda”2007
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Regent University School of LawJuris Doctorate (JD)2012
    Naval War CollegeMaster of Arts (MA)2008
    Webster UniversityMaster of Business Administration (MBA)2006
    The CitadelBachelor of Science (BS)2000
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Baker Act Defense Attorney Summit & SymposiumBaker Act Defense Attorney Summit & Symposium #62020
    Baker Act Defense Attorney Summit & SymposiumBaker Act Trial Boot Camp2020
    Baker Act Defense Attorney Summit & SymposiumUnconventional Litigation in the Baker Act Realm: Utilizing Consumer Protection Statutes and the Americans With Disabilities Act2019
    Baker Act Defense Attorney Summit & SymposiumBaker Act Litigation2019
    Baker Act Defense Attorney Summit & SymposiumBaker Act Defense2018
    CCHR Florida Humanitarian Awards BanquetFlorida's Baker Act2017
    Jacksonville Beaches Bar Association Retreat: The St. Regis Punta Mita ResortPractitioner’s Guide to Navigating a Baker Act Defense and Identifying Insurance Fraud2017
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Plaintiffs vs. Robert Carmine DiorioVerdict for our Plaintiff clients
    State of Florida vs. T.M.N.State declined to file charges
    State of Florida vs. E.L.W. IIIAcquittal after 2 day jury trial
    United States vs. B.W.C.Acquittal after 3 day member courts-martial
    State of Florida vs. D.C.T.Judge order referral to VTC which upon successful completion will result in dismissal of all charges
    State of Florida vs. R.M.10 years with credit for time served
    State of Florida vs. E.L.W.Client pleaded guilty and received a time served sentence
    State of Florida vs. A.R.F.State filed a No Information
    State of Florida vs. D.M.G.Client pled no contest to misdemeanor trespassing and was sentenced to time served.
    State of Florida vs. J.D.T.364 days in county jail with 44 days time served, 48 months probation, avoiding trial where 40 year sentence would be possible
    State of Florida vs. C.L.S.6 months with 33 days time served, avoiding trial where 5 year sentence would be likely
    State of Florida vs. J.D.H.Case dropped and stricken from docket
    State of Florida vs. I.I.D.The State of Florida dropped all charges
    State of Florida vs. J.D.T.Felony and marijuana misdemeanor dropped, guilty plea for time served on resisting without violence
    State of Florida vs. D.X.C.R.Nolle Pros'd in return for letter of apology
    State of Florida vs. J.L.B.Convicted felon arrested for domestic battery by strangulation; No Charges Filed

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    Immediate Action

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    I am not a paid advertisement. My name is John Foster. Mr. Drach knew me for a matter of minutes before he arranged to arrive hours away. My wife was sitting in a hospital bed under a great deal of stress thinking she was forgotten. Facility would not allow visitors, and refused to communicate with me (her husband for 23+ years). Mr. Drach treated us as if it were his loved one in the hospital. A man of action from the moment the conversation ended. Immediate action. From the moment you talk to him you can hear it in his voice. I recommend very little in this world. I can say without reservation that Mr. Drach is the fighter you need in your corner. He will forever have my respect and gratitude. Thank you Justin.
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    Excellent All Around Service

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    I was amazed that my call for consultation was answered immediately as it was after 5. After speaking with Justin and his reassurance of the process, I knew immediately that he was the legal counsel I wanted to represent me so I hired right away. The entire process was smooth, speedy, and stress free! The service was very professional and I am completely happy with my decision to hire. Thank you for sending the mail advertising that prompted me to contact you and thank you for taking my case.
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    Pain Free and Professional

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    Justin and Courtney were VERY professional and answered all my questions. The entire experience went from me being irritated and frustrated to having complete relief within a VERY short time frame! Overall, this was a pain free experience.
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    Debt Settlement

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    Great experience with no complaints. They were able to have my debt settled with no court dates or major issues. I would recommend.
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    Scared and embarrassed

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    I called your office when I received a notice to appear in court. From the initial phone call until I received notice that my case was settled with me owning the collections agency nothing was less than 30 day. Thank you for your the great results and your professional
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    Amazing work, quick turnaround, zero stress!

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    I received a bunch of very ominous letters from a collections firm, and I didn’t know what to do about it. I contacted another attorney, who promised they’d call me back and left me waiting for a week before saying she wasn’t taking new clients. Thoele and Drach’s letter happened to be on top of my pile of mail that day, and I gave them a call. Within 72 hours I had officially retained them, and within less than 30 days they had my case entirely dismissed! Zero stress for me in the process, while still keeping me in the loop the whole time. I cannot thank them enough for saving my credit and my sanity!
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    Burden lifted problem solved great attorney

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    Justin Drach helped me to get a 3000$ debt burden of my back. I didnt have to go to court or anything he handled everything for me perfectly and got the case dismissed for me and even got them to remove it off my credit report. Great knowledgeable attorney. WILL DEFINITELY USE AGAIN! Thanks Mr Drach
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    TOUCH OF CLASS!

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    I would like to say THANK YOU so much for handling this case for me. A very special THANK YOU to Justin Drach for being an outstanding Attorney. From the 1st day I spoke with him, he assured me "he would take care of it" and he kept his word. He is an OUTSTANDING attorney. Always pleasant when we spoke and gave me peace that everything would be alright. My 1st experience was seamless, stress-free and a TOUCH OF CLASS!!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! #GRATEFUL Ms. Smart
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    Excellent Attorney, Great Results

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    Attorney Justin Drach recently helped me with a Family Law situation, he was able to walk through the process with me and successfully closed our case with the best possible results. I would highly recommend Justin for any Family Law needs. He is a great attorney who gets the results you are looking for. I know he also handles Personal Injury, Estate Planning, and Consumer Protection including debt defense and creditor harassment. I would not trust another attorney to handle my legal matters.
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    Fast and Effective

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    Amazing experience. My case was initiated and settled in what seemed like only hours. Could not have been quicker or easier.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Kendra Parris, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 25, 2020
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I have worked with Justin on several matters and know him to be an excellent attorney. He thinks outside the box. Highly endorse.

    Stephen Talmadge, Civil rights Attorney on Mar 25, 2020
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    As a fellow lawyer practicing Baker Act law. I have relied on Justin for his knowledge. He provided quick and sound advice. I not not hesitate to recommemd him..

    Joseph Scone, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 23, 2020
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Mr. Drach is a skilled and aggressive litigator. His insights cut directly to the core of the matter. I recommend him for any personal injury matter.

    Max Story, Consumer protection Attorney on May 20, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lewis Lockett, Litigation Attorney on Oct 2, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Justin Drach is the most proficient and knowledgeable lawyer I know in the area of Baker Act litigation, and civil litigation as well. He is highly sought after by other attorneys in the area of Baker Act cases and I wouldn't think twice before referring him all such cases.

    John Miller, Consumer protection Attorney on Jul 25, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer. Justin knows the consumer protection specialty well, and as a fellow business attorney I very respect his expertise and will refer prospective clients to him with supreme confidence.

    Dustin Bulger

    Justin is a zealous advocate for his clients and is extremely knowledgeable in every area that he practices in. He always puts his clients first and is tireless in attempting to achieve the best possible outcome for them.

    David Willis, Consumer protection Attorney on May 25, 2016
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Justin Drach is a great consumer protection attorney. His devotion to his clients and cases is a role model to other attorneys. He knows consumer law inside and out and works his cases for success. You are in good hands with Justin Drach as your attorney. David Willis

    David Trotti, Family Attorney on Mar 15, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have had the opportunity to work with Justin on a couple of cases. He has always been professional and well prepared for his clients. I look forward to working with Justin again.

    Patrick Korody, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Justin Drach tirelessly works to achieve outstanding outcomes for his clients. He is a dedicated and aggressive defense attorney.

    Elizabeth Teelon

    Justin is an outstanding attorney and mentor. Very knowledgeable in many practice areas and he is dedicated to his clients to obtain the best results. Justin's clients will always know what is going on in their cases.

    Marc Morris, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 23, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Based on Mr. Drach's experience and military background, potential clients in his area should strongly consider consulting him for representation. His accomplishments and service are quite impressive. Consider strongly having him on your side to protect your rights.

    Erin Baggett, General practice Attorney on Jun 11, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Drach is very knowledgeable about the law. He goes above and beyond for his clients, and is an excellent attorney to have on your side.

    Sharma Moriarty, General practice Attorney on Jun 5, 2015
    Relationship: Friend

    I endorse this lawyer. I knew Justin in law school and he was a good student. He served as president of student council and he served in the U.S. armed forces. Finally, it was clear that he loved his family and his country. He is a good man who I am sure is a great attorney.

    Michael Cronkright, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Valerie McMellan

    Justin is a passionate and hard-working litigator who is client focused. Not only does he work tirelessly to obtain the best results for his clientele, but also strives to provide the highest level of customer service.

    Brian Byrd, Criminal defense Attorney on May 22, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    As with any service, you can never go wrong with hiring a former military service member. Justin is no exception. His excellent work ethic and knowledge of the law as well as practical experience make him a fantastic advocate for your legal rights. Justin is a true public defender!

    Shawn DeVries, Contracts and agreements Attorney on May 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Justin is an excellent advocate for his clients. His drive and eagerness to help others stand out both in his practice of law and his community involvement. I endorse this lawyer.

    Gregory Olney, Criminal defense Attorney on May 15, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    i heartily endorse mr. drach. he is a highly ethical, and experienced criminal defense attorney. he received invaluable training at The Citadel which gives him a unique perspective and gives him an advantage over many of his contemporaries in negotiation and problem solving for his clients. he served his country in the military and he has earned the respect and admiration of not only members of the defense bar but of the prosecutors he squares off with every day.

    Richard Llerena, Criminal defense Attorney on May 13, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have been privileged to have observed Mr. Drach and observe the quality of his contributions to those of us who have a passion for justice. He has a strong work ethic and puts the client's needs above anything else. A great attorney all around who has secured great results for his clients.

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