Thomas F McGuire III

Thomas F McGuire III

4.8
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 41 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pensacola, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +2 more

314 S Baylen St, Ste 111, Pensacola, FL

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

After a criminal charge, your life can quickly be turned upside down. Work with an experienced attorney to start regaining control of your future. At Panhandle Defense Firm, Attorney Tom McGuire practices exclusively in the area of criminal defense.

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

You have 10 days to challenge the automatic suspension of your driver's license after a DUI arrest. We believe it is critical that you invoke your right to a hearing within 10 days. Call now to speak about your rights.

20%
Drug Crime 10%

You've likely heard about drug busts on the news. During a traffic stop, an officer smelled marijuana and arrested the driver on drug possession charges. Panhandle Defense Firm holds law enforcement accountable.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1984

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Panhandle Defense Firm

314 S Baylen St, Ste 111, Pensacola, FL, 32502

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Thomas F McGuire III's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by Eric | April 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very Good Attorney and he is a great man.

I hired Thomas McGuire recommended by a friend of mine for a Stand Your Ground case. He was a very good guy, Attorney, and I Strongly recommend. Charges Dismissed.

Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Upfront and dedicated lawyer

My very complicated battery charge was dismissed due to his hard work and research. I've seen him get results twice now.

Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best outcome

Very helpful with getting reduced charges with no jail time and didn't overcharge!

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

the BEST!

I hired Mr. McGuire through Musca Law in 2020 to represent my boyfriend in case involving a false accusation of extortion. I could not have asked for a better attorney, Tom was outstanding both in court and with keeping us updated and informed every step of the way. thanks to his dedication and hard ...work, the charges were dropped and my boyfriend was released (after facing the possibility of 20+ years in prison). needless to say, if you are looking for an attorney who is incredibly knowledgeable and will fight for your freedom, stop looking and call Thomas McGuire. thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!

Posted by Anthony | November 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal defense/ First Degree Felony

Thomas F. McGuire is a man of his word and a man of integrity. I was charged with a first degree felony, that I was not guilty of, punishable by up to 30 years in State Prison. The State refused to dismiss or even downgrade the charge. I was forced to go to trial and after 1 day of jury selection, 2 ...days of trial and 6 hours of jury deliberation I was exonerated. This would not have been possible without Tom's exhausting effort, trial experience and tireless effort to expose the States unethical tactics and my innocence. I was also incarcerated throughout the whole process and for over 14 months in the county jail, not only did Tom answer all my calls, he visited me regularly. Thomas F. McGuire is highly recommended.

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

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2014

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2013

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2012

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Partner, Panhandle Defense Firm

1996 - 2006

Public Defender, Florida State Public Defender

1984 - 1996

Prosecuting Attorney, Salem County Prosecutor's Office

Education

1984

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Saint Joseph's University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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