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Ralph Wallace Parnell III
also known as Trey
About Ralph
Biography
I am a member of the Florida Bar, the Louisiana Bar, the Northern District of Florida Federal Bar, and the Federal Tax Court Bar. I have also been an adjunct professor teaching law at the University of West Florida.
I graduated from Louisiana State University where I found an interest in the study of law. I was extremely active at Southern University Law School where I received my Juris Doctorate with honors, and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Law Review; member of the Moot Court Board; and was awarded the Cicardo Award for outstanding advocacy with the law school's low income tax clinic. I also earned a Master’s of Law (LL.M.) in federal taxation from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida.
After practicing tax and corporate law in South Florida, I discovered a passion for criminal law and trial advocacy. Over the years, I have now successfully handled thousands of criminal cases, numerous jury and judge trials, as well as success with bond, VOP, and restitution hearings. I have also assembled and work closely with a team of other talented lawyers for clients on personal injury, replevin actions, and other civil litigation.
I have been married for 20 years and am the father of two. I round out my
personal life by being active at my childrens' public school. I am an advanced PADI
scuba diver and an avid motorcyclist.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
19 years | 3,000 cases
DUI and DWI
40%
19 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Louisiana for 22 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Parnell Law Firm, PLLC
212 W Cervantes St, Pensacola, FL, 32501-3130
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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
I hope I never need a lawyer again, but if so there's no one else I would have represent me
I hired Mr.Parnell when I was arrested for a DUI. I'm grateful that I was able to have him as my attorney throughout the whole process because he made dealing with this charge so much easier than I could have ever imagined. Also even after everything was settled in court he still reached out after th...
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great!
David and Trey handle my case the best way possible. It was my first time offense and they made sure I could get into the diversion program to have everything expunged in the shortest amount of time. They always answered all my phone calls and answered all my questions which were a lot being a first-...
Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Thorough and Consistent
I came across Mr. Parnell's biography through an internet search regarding a similar situation he had previously handled. I was impressed with his candid and concerned questions once we met for the initial consultation. I have recommended Mr. Parnell and will continue to do so, as he is one of...
Ralph Wallace Parnell III's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Parnell has been a friend and mentor to me since I returned to the area after finishing law school. I am now blessed to say that I share space with him at 212 W Cervantes. He is as knowledgeable as he is approachable and kind. I endorse him without hesitation."
"I have known Trey for about a decade, since we worked together at the Public Defender's office. He had the chops for criminal defense and I decided to focus on something tamer... Trey is a great attorney, knowledgeable in both the law and the peculiarities of basically every prosecutor and judge. Trey gives every case his all and works late into the night and well into the weekend for his clients."
Joseph Boyles
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2003
Cicardo Award for Outstanding Advocacy, Southern University Law Center Tax Clinic
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Parnell Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
Disorderly Conduct
Dismissal
Education
2004
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2003
Southern University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Louisiana State University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2013
Southern University Law Review Induction Ceremony
Law Review Impact on Career
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Q&A
What does this mean??
15 Jul 2017
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Why do I have to pay restitution when I did 28 months in prison ?
09 Jul 2017
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Fem represented self as 25 yro on social media. Do I need public defender or private attorney and can charges be dropped ?
09 Jul 2017