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Ashley Stone Benedik
also known as Ashley Stone, Ashley Adams
About Ashley
Biography
I am a 5th generation Bay County resident. I know the area and I know the people in the area. I was a prosecutor for 12 years and have been praticing criminal defense for over 18 years so I have a total of over 30 years experience in the practice of criminal law. Also, being a 5th generation Bay County resident.
I take the time in my law practice to communicate with my clients in person or via email, phone or text message. I strive to be personable, down to earth and to treat my client's with respect and empathy. If you can't come into the office or you live out of town, no problem! We can do everything via email, phone, or text messages. If you aren't charged with a felony, you may not even have to come back to court. I will appear in court for you and try to keep your physical court appearances down to a minimum, if any.
Please read my client reviews to see how my clients feel about the work I do.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
22 years | 4,615 cases
Domestic Violence
15%
34 years | 310 cases
Juvenile Law
15%
22 years | 60 cases
DUI and DWI
10%
34 years | 271 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 32 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Louisiana for 33 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Benedik Law Firm
433 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL, 32401
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Ashley Stone Benedik's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Wrongful Arrest Made RIGHT
We came to PCB for a weekend getaway and ended up being falsely accused and arrested on 2 counts each. We hired Ashley Benedik to represent us and defend our case. We live out of state, so she made it easy for us to NOT have to come back to Florida for court and she kept in constant contact with us...
Posted by Adam | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Awesome attorney
Ashley was great!…was always in communication with status of case easy to access and got me the best outcome I could have hoped for.
Posted by Paul | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
Issue with a child
Ashley was extremely helpful and supportive as we navigated a legal issue with our 11 year old son who had made a very poor choice. She demonstrated empathy, took the time to understand his unique situation and then advocated for him. We were very pleased with the outcome. I would highly recommend...
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent job
When you are in a tough situation, it is great to have someone knowledgeable on your side! Mrs. Benedik did just that for us! Mrs. Benedik jumped right in and didn't waste any time fighting for us and we couldn't be more pleased with our outcome! She explained every step of the way, and even calmed s...
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent and Trustworthy
Ashley is amazing! She is straightforward and an excellent communicator! She definitely helped my family with our issues just in the nick of time! Thank you, Ashley for helping my family!
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Experience
Honors
2017
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
High Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Best of Bay Top 3 Attorneys, News Herald Panama City (Reader's Choice Awards)
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney at Law, Benedik Law Firm
2005 - 2008
Partner/Shareholder, Cothran & Benedik, P.A.
1993 - 2005
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office, 14th Circuit Florida
Associations
2005 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - 2016
Bay County Bar AssociationSecretary
2008 - 2011
Judicial Nominating Commission, 14th Circuit FloridaMember
2002 - 2002
Panama City Rotary ClubTreasurer
1995 - 2011
Panama City Rotary ClubMember
1989 - 1992
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityPast Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Florida v. Bobby Johns
Not guilty
State v. Kristin Schmidt (Martin Lee Anderson case)
Not Guilty
Education
1992
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1986
A. Crawford Mosley High School
Diploma
Speaking Engagements
1997
Bay County Sheriff's Office training
Domestic violence cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will I go to jail? If I pay off my probation before my court day in July for violation of probation
27 May 2020
Q&A
Victim in a Florida criminal case--want to know the effect of a victim impact statement.
14 Jan 2016
Q&A
How do I quash a warrant without a lawyer in FL?
05 Mar 2012