About Anabelle
Biography
Described by friends, family, and many of her clients as a prolific deliverer of truth and justice, Anabelle Dias shines as the leader of The Law Offices of Anabelle Dias, P.A.
"I called Anabelle at 11 a.m. on a Friday morning. I was in her office within the hour. After almost 2 years of being neglected, ignored, and mistreated by another attorney, and over 5 months of being separated from my husband, she took his case that same day, worked on it the entire weekend, and had him home Monday night, just in time for Christmas"—Melissa, a former client.
The time between arrest and trial can be extremely stressful; the attention that Anabelle gives her clients can be of great comfort during this time. "Anabelle is more than an attorney", says Lauren, another former client. "In one of the most heartbreaking times of a client's life, she was like a second mother to me before we even met. From my very first phone call to her office I knew she was the one who would help me get my life back. Anabelle is not only a forceful advocate for justice, but an amazing, sweet, reassuring person".
Anabelle first came to the US from France in 1990. Upon graduating with a degree in Accounting from The Florida State University, Anabelle was accepted to the prestigious Florida State University College of Law. Anabelle has been a practicing attorney in the state of Florida since 1999 and she handles almost exclusively criminal cases. Anabelle is fluent in French, as well as conversational Spanish and Portugese. She has lived in several countries, giving her an amazing ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and make everyone feel comfortable in her presence.
Early in her career Anabelle worked as an attorney in the Leon County Public Defender’s Office. During that time, she handled felony, misdemeanor, traffic, and juvenile cases in Leon, Gadsden, and Liberty County. Her former employer, Ed, described her at the time as "smart, stubborn, gutsy, and an advocate extraordinaire." She remains each of these and more today. Anabelle has extensive trial experience and works well with Offices of the State Attorney to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients, touting high-profile trial wins as proof that the truth prevails over all. Later, Anabelle worked in private practice handling civil rights cases.
With over 1,000 cases ranging from assaults and robberies to murders and kidnappings, Anabelle is equipped to handle any situation she may come across in the courtroom. Anabelle has obtained many not guilty verdicts, as well as secured pleas that prevent her clients from becoming convicted felons.
Anabelle is very active in the community through academics and civic measures. She has worked as an adjunct instructor at Tallahassee Community College, teaching various undergraduate legal classes. Anabelle also is an advocate for ending homelessness by donating clothes and supplies in the winter months to the less fortunate. Anabelle was also very involved in aiding the victims of Hurricane Katrina where she collected both monetary donations and other needed items, working with others to personally deliver the items to our neighbors in need.
Anabelle believes that communication is the keystone to quality representation of clients. She strives to keep all avenues of communication open to collect information about a client’s case, and all possible options as they proceed through the judicial process. Anabelle goes out of her way to accommodate client’s schedules and their particular needs. Anabelle provides determined, compassionate, and reasonable legal representation. In short, criminal defense is far more than just a business to Anabelle; she bleeds for her clients, and it shows.
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
27 years | 10,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 26 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Anabelle Dias P.A.
Mobile
Fax
521 N, Adams Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32301
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Online Presence
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Anabelle Dias's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney
The best lawyer in town
You want the job done right? I highly recommend Ms. Diaz and her staff. They very friendly and open mind to your situation. They make sure you get the best outcome
Posted by Linda | June 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great Law Firm!!
Anabelle Dias and her entire Staff are courteous, professional, caring, knowledgeable, efficient, and the best law firm in town. KiKi helped me through the voluminous paperwork and cared for my needs the entire time. Anabelle and Brittany are caring attorneys who work hard and truly advocate for thei...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Anabelle Dias review
Anabelle and her entire team were incredibly amazing and professional the last two years! I couldn’t have chosen a better team to have by my side. If you’re looking for a great lawyer to defend you, Anabelle is the one!
Posted by Mario | September 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Anabelle Dias
Anabelle Dias was not only professional but also reliable. Her office assisted me through the entire process and advised me at every step. They treated me like family and made sure to prioritize my case above all else. Highly recommend.
Posted by Curtis | August 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Angel Attorney
The best attorney ever had patience and love always showed compassion and concern to me and
Anabelle Dias's Lawyer Endorsements
"Anabelle is a fantastic and fearless criminal defense lawyer who I endorse without hesitation. She is a tireless advocate for her clients, and you can rest assured she will fight for the best possible outcome in your case."
"Annabelle is always behind her clients and fights very hard for them regardless of the charge."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Anabelle is the most fierce advocate for her client's rights that I have ever met. She works tirelessly for her clients to get them the best possible result. She is fearless and it shows in the courtroom. But she is also compassionate. You will never meet a more selfless, giving person, much less lawyer in the world."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dias is dedicated, hardworking, compassionate and passionate. She deeply cares for her clients and ensuring the best possible result."
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"Anabelle Dias is a dedicated trial lawyer that goes the extra distance for her clients to win their case. I recommend this lawyer."
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"Ms. Dias works hard to get excellent results for her clients. I endorse her work."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Ms. Dias since we worked together at the Public Defender's Office. She's a great lawyer who really cares about her clients. She's both creative and a zealous advocate."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked in the same courts as Ms. Dias for over 10 years, and know her to be persistent, thorough, and professional in the way she represents her clients. She is energetic and passionate, and she takes a good proportion of her cases to trial if she cannot negotiate a fair disposition. She is fearless. She is effective with both Judges and jurors. If I ever need a lawyer, it will be she that I hire to defend me."
"Anabelle is the greatest trial attorney. Very smart and very aggressive."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent advocate for her clients. Extremely knowledgable and professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer and great firm."
"I endorse this lawyer. Anabelle Dias is one of the best trial attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I highly recommend her."
"Anabelle is very dedicated to her clients and will go out of her way to represent people fully and wholeheartedly. I absolutely endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer
2025
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2023
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2013
Top 100 trial attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers
1998
Most Improved, Trial practice
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Attorney, Anabelle Dias PA
1998 - 2006
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Tallahassee chapter)Member
1999 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Not Guilty verdict
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
Found guilty of lesser charge of Attempted Second Degree Murder
Found guilty of lesser charge of Attempted Second Degree Murder
CLIENT FOUND NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL
Case dismissed after Jury Selection
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
NOT GUILTY ALL COUNTS
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JOA GRANTED AT TRIAL. CASE DISMISSED
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
VERDICT FORM: NOT GUILTY
VERDICT FORM: NOT GUILTY
NOT GUILTY
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT ON BOTH COUNTS
VERDICT FORM: NOT GUILTY ON ALL COUNTS
Hung Jury. Judge declared a mistrial
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: GUILTY LESSER OFFENSE
MOTION TO SUPPRESS GRANTED AT TRIAL
JUDGMENT OF AQUITTAL
NOLLE PROSSED IN OPEN COURT
JUDGMENT OF AQUITTAL
NOLLE PROSSED 12/03/2004
JURY-DIRECTED VERDICT/ACQUITTAL
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: GUILTY VERDICT 04-24-2002
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT 03-12-2002
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
DEFENSE MOTION FOR JOA: GRANTED
NOTGUILTY
GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
JURY TRIAL: GUILTY LESSER OFFENSE
FOUND GUILTY OF LESSER CHARGE OF ASSAULT
LESSER OF ATTEMPTED MANSLAUGHTER
GUILTY OF LESSER CHARGE OF TRESPASS
NOT GUILTY
NOT GUILTY OF KIDNAPPING & ATTEMPTED SEX BATTERY
NOT GUILTY
JURY TRIAL: NOT GUILTY VERDICT 01/29/2002
Education
N/A
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2011
Publications
2008
Languages
French
Activity
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