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Biography
John E. Jarvis, III is a lifelong Santa Rosa County resident and a product of its school system, having attended and graduated from Gulf Breeze Elementary, Middle and High Schools. In 1980 John graduated from Florida State University with as BS degree in Risk Management/Insurance. After three years of employment as a Commercial Property Underwriter for a large insurance company, Aetna Life and Casualty, the decision was made to go to law school. John then went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate at Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama.
Mr. Jarvis has practiced law in the First Judicial Circuit since 1989, and was employed with the Public Defender’s office for over 15 years. He has personally litigated thousands of cases in both county and circuit court. As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Jarvis has been the sole counsel on more than 95 jury trials to verdict. John has represented clients charged with crimes ranging from homicide to domestic violence and trials with complex litigation involving forensic evidence and DNA.
From 2003 – 2005, John was the sole defense counsel team member for the Escambia County Drug Court program, which has been a “model” for other programs nationwide. John is a member of the Florida Association of Drug Court Professionals, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Past President of The Northwest Chapter of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Since joining the firm of Gibson & Jarvis, P.A. as partner in March of 2005, John has handled Thousands of cases involving Personal injury, Car accidents, Criminal Defense and Family law. John has represented clients in over 85 criminal Jury Trials. John is a Past President of the Northwest Florida Criminal Defense lawyers and a current member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL).
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
DUI and DWI
20%
Car Accident
10%
Personal Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 36 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
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Posted by Don | May 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer
In the first meeting Mr Jarvis gave excellent advice that kept us from saying or doing something that would have hurt our case. Through out the process he was always available to speak with. His staff is exceptional and kept us informed of any/all changes. Mr Jarvis is a very good lawyer. Thank you...
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Criminal defense
Mr. Jarvis was very professional and helped me tremendously with my case. He always kept me up to date on my case and I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Compassionate Professional
Mr. Jarvis met with me on extremely short notice for a consultation and began working for me immediately. He was generous with his pricing despite my situation (amount of work required of him) being somewhat uncertain. Mr. Jarvis was a calming force as we worked through my investigation. His profe...
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Client review
After meeting with a few lawyers, I met with Mr.Jarvis. Right away I liked him more than the others. His character shined through and his concern for my case. Throughout, him and his team were dedicated to my case. They were quick to respond, reassuring, explained everything clearly, and worked hard ...
Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Awesome attorney you can trust with your future.
I hired John Jarvis and his partner Scott Warrick for my daughter who found herself charged with a very serious crime. Her whole future was on the line here and we could not have been happier with the way John & Scott worked the case. They were very caring during the entire ordeal and we never had ...
John Eddie Jarvis III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have practiced law with John for over 20 years. He is a very knowledgable and compassionate advocate for his clients. Excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I was scared, but didn't dare show it. After all, this was the end of the first year in law school, and the Moot Court Team was on the line. Sixteen spots, almost a hundred competitors. One judge is intimidating. Three is stress central. You see, the first time I met John, he was my judge. John Jarvis is a fellow graduate of Florida State University's College of Law and was one year ahead of me. I have always respected John since the first day I met him the hard way - asking pointed questions about important aspects of the law. He retains his sense of humor, yet is drop dead serious when you need him to be. And I respect his opinion and experience now, just as I did when I first met him in law school as my judge."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jarvis is very familiar with the prosecutors, Judges, and attorneys in the First Circuit. He is on a first name basis with all. Mr. Jarvis is competent in court, and zealously defend's his clients. I can recommend Mr. Jarvis without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Jarvis and I know each other from the local legal community. We have worked on multiple cases together. I would refer clients needing help in criminal matters to Mr. Jarvis without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Jarvis and I know each other as fellow members of FACDL (Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers). I would refer any clients I had needing help in Mr. Jarvis' part of Florida without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Shareholder, Gibson & Jarvis
1989 - 2005
Attorney, Florida Public Defenders Office
Associations
2012 - Present
Santa Rosa County Chamber of CommerceMember
2005 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - Present
Society of Criminal Defense Bar, Escambia CountyMember and Past President
1989 - Present
Florida BarMember
1989 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2005
Society of Criminal Defense Bar, Escambia CountyVice President
2003 - 2004
Society of Criminal Defense Bar, Escambia CountyBoard Member
Education
1988
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Florida State University
B.S.
1975
Gulf Breeze High School
Speaking Engagements
2009
1st Circuit Public Defenders Training Session 2009
Jury Selection
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I’m already bonded out on a GTA charge, will I get probation at sentencing if I’m convicted or will I go back to jail?
27 Mar 2018
Q&A
Can a traffic citation be dismissed due to speedy trial?
24 Aug 2017
Q&A
Are there any legal consequences for my stepdaughter it has been 2 months and nothing?
24 Aug 2017