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Arthur Collin Cherry
also known as Collin Cherry
About Arthur
Biography
Collin earned his degree from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. He received his undergraduate degree in Business Finance and minors in Economics from Florida State University. He served as a State Prosecutor in Felony, Misdemeanor, Traffic, and Juvenile divisions where he handled over 6,000 criminal cases. He also served as a State Attorney Liaison for the Weed and Seed drug program. Collin gained additional experience and insight working as Senior Counsel for the Florida Department of Insurance regulating insurance companies for fraudulent practices. He opened his private practice in 2002. Collin's private practice specializes in civil personal injury claims, wrongful death, medical malpractice and class action suits for clients. His firm has worked to obtain a $335,000 verdict on a $25,000 insurance policy and a $100,000 settlement in an auto accident case with a $10,000 auto insurance policy due to bad faith insurance practices. Collin has helped his injured clients obtain millions of dollars since starting his private practice in 2002. Collin practices in both federal and state court. Collin is a passionate, highly skilled and aggressive lawyer who will fight for your rights in and out of court. Collin is the right attorney for you.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
20%
30 years | 10,000 cases
Motorcycle Accident
20%
30 years | 10,000 cases
Personal Injury
20%
30 years | 10,000 cases
Trucking Accident
20%
30 years | 10,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 28 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Collin Cherry, P.L.
1114 E Park Avenue, The Cherry Pichard House (Circa. 1940), Tallahassee, FL, 32301-2651
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Arthur Collin Cherry's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jac | May 21, 2014
Great Lawyer
Mr. Cherry has been a huge help with the DMV and other legal issues, including debt. Give the office a call, you will be happy with your choice.
Posted by Chris | May 16, 2014
Make it count
I am not Mr. Cherry nor am I a friend or family member, I assure you of that. I am however a client since 2005 when my wife was is a car accident on Thomasville Road. We met with several attorney's. One of them was very dismissive of my wife's injuries. Another one was very clear he would not pu...
Posted by Phebe | May 9, 2014
Excellent and kind hearted professionals!
Arthur Collin Cherry and his staff are professional, trustworthy, knowledgeable and very responsive to their clients needs and cases. No matter how often I've called with questions or concerns they have ALWAYS been kind, helpful and answered the phone with a smile, never rude or disrespectful in any...
Posted by Joseph | August 1, 2013
Great Lawyer
Collin Cherry is an exceptionally competent lawyer who not only handles his cases professionally, but also with a rigorous enthusiasm. He has the highest integrity in both his personal and professional life, and is someone I have a genuine respect for.
Posted by Diane | July 29, 2013
Incredible Advocate and Wonderful Person
Collin is a true legal scholar and a true advocate. Thank you for taking care of us. I recommend him highly. Incredible lawyer and a wonderful person.
Arthur Collin Cherry's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Arthur. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this attorney. Collin is extremely knowledgeable about the law, and he has a proven track record of success. I would not hesitate to recommend Collin for personal injury and criminal defense cases."
"I endorse Attorney Cherry. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Collin since we were both prosecutors in the late 90's. He ha excellant preparation and great trial skills."
"Collin is an excellent attorney who gets results for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Collin."
"Collin Cherry is an experienced trial lawyer handling a variety of cases. He is well-recognized in the legal community. He is very personable, knowledgeable and dedicated to providing quality legal services to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Collin Cherry is a highly competent lawyer that not only has great professionalism, but also has rigorous enthusiasm. He has the highest integrity in both his personal and professional life and is someone I have a genuine respect for."
"Collin is both thorough and tenacious. He will go the extra mile for his clients, and do so no matter how big or small the case may be."
"Collin is extremely thorough, well-prepared and tenacious in his representation of those charged with criminal offenses. I strongly endorse Collin."
"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable. Experienced. Well-respected in the Tallahassee legal community. I would be happy to have Collin represent a friend or family member."
"I endorse this lawyer. Collin is a tenacious and effective litigator. I recommend him highly in both criminal and civil matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Collin is a very experienced trial lawyer who also has top notch research skills, and he is not afraid to think outside the box to help his clients. He is also a former prosecutor, which means he has great insight into the prosecutorial perspective on his cases. He works hard to achieve the best outcomes possible for his clients. Collin is also very knowledgeable and experienced in the personal injury arena. I would have no hesitation in referring someone to him for either a criminal case or a personal injury issue."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Collin is not only experienced and well-versed in personal injury law, but he is also a caring and compassionate attorney who zealously advocates for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I would recommend Collin Cherry without reservation for any personal injury claim. Collin's vast experience, along with his network of resources, makes him the ideal choice for anything from an auto accident to a products liability claim. His ethics are beyond reproach. Collin rightfully takes pride in the relationships he's formed with current and former clients and other attorneys in our community. It is easy to see why so many people trust him during the most trying times in their lives."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is not only extremely knowledgeable in the law, but he fights for each one of his clients as if he were fighting for himself. His passion in the practice of law is exemplified by the great results he achieves for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Client Choice, AVVO
1997
Who's Who in American Law Students, Who's Who in American Law Students
1995
Who's Who in American Law Students, Who's Who in American Law Students
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of Collin Cherry, P.L.
1999 - 2002
Senior Attorney, Florida Department Of Insurance
1997 - 1999
Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney, 2nd Judicial Circuit
1996 - 1996
Law Clerk, Newell & Stall, P.A.
1995 - 1995
Law Clerk, Katz Kutter Alderman Bryant
1994 - 1996
Attorney, St. Mary's Civil Justice Clinic
Associations
2014 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Capital City Justice AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2002 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Tallahassee chapter)Member
2002 - Present
Jefferson County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2002 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Tallahassee Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Florida BarMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Seminole BoostersMember
2007 - 2008
Tallahassee Bar Association, Young Lawyers' SectionBoard Member
2004 - 2005
Rescue MissionBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re: The Oil Rig "Deepwater Horizon" in the Gulf of Mexico 2010
Recoveries for Numberous Business Claims
John Doe v. Anonymous
Settlement
John Doe v. Anonymous
Settlement
United States v. Shanna Lewis
Plea
State of Florida v. Willie Wood
Not Guilty All Counts.
State of Florida v. John G. Utermohle
Not Guilty on Two Counts of Vehicular Homicide; Guilty on simple misdemeanor charges.
Education
1996
St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Law Call
Personal Injuries
2013
Law Call
Auto Accidents
2013
Law Call
Summertime Injuries
2013
Chamber of Commerce
BP Oil Spill Claims and Small Business
2012
Law Call
Personal Injury Law
2012
Law Call
Auto Accidents and Personal Injury
2011
Law Call
Trucking Accidents and Tort Law
1998
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy
DUI
Publications
1996
St. Mary's University School of Law
The Disappearance of A Right To Be Left Alone: Warren and Brandeis’ Fears About Public Disclosures of Private Facts Revisited
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My husband cheated and I want to know if I can sue the women for pain and suffering
24 Apr 2014
Q&A
Does joint ownership of a vehicle mean that a lawsuit can target both owners in Florida?
21 Apr 2014
Q&A
Wrongful Death of father in Tampa in September 2012?
05 Aug 2013