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

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Daniel | November 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Lawyer and a pleasure to work with!

I could’ve simply accepted the citation, payed the higher fines, received additional points on my drivers license and paid higher insurance rates for years to come but instead I hired Thomas (Tom) McGuire through Musca Law and I am so glad that I did! Tom is an honest, highly skilled lawyer and a ple...asure to work with. For those of us who don’t get invitations to appear before the court often, it’s comforting to have someone with Tom’s professionalism and genuine desire to mitigate on your behalf there with you. Hire Mr. McGuire to represent you, meet a good person and pay less over the months/years to come!

Posted by Melanie | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

We couldn't be happier with our attorney!

Being in a situation where you need an attorney can be a very stressful time. Mr. McGuire was great from the first meeting to the last court date. He treated us and our son with respect and presented the best possible case for us. Should we ever need an attorney again, he will be our first call. We w...ould absolutely recommend him to anyone!

Posted by Tracy | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Friend As Your Lawyer

I would like to thank Mr. Thomas McGuire for his handling of my case. From the time we met, I immediately knew that the perfect person for my case. Mr. McGuire was quite knowledgeable of the court system and the principle for the county and state. He was exceptional at returning my calls and answer...ing any questions I had. Furthermore, he made a very stressful situation very tolerable. I mean this honestly. Having Tom representing me was like having a close family member or best friend helping you.

Posted by God's Sent | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Justice Served

he was God sent to my husband and I hes great the first time I spoke with him he told me over the phone that he was going to treat my my son like he was one of his kids and he did thanks so much for your heip with my son my husband and I was very new when it came to serious problems my son had we... thank God for Mr. T McGuire he was truly a blessing to us thanks so much God Bless You and Your Family and Law Firm The Jackson and Young

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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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