Charles David Fantl

Charles David Fantl

also known as Law Office of Charles D Fantl

4.7
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 42 years

Appeals Lawyer at Tavares, FL
Practice Areas: Appeals, Personal Injury, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

P.O. Box 7800, Tavares, FL

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Appeals 25%

Appeals in both criminal and civil matters in state and Federal courts

42 years | 100 cases

25%
Family 25%

Injunctions, dissolution, paternity.

42 years | 300 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

Auto and motorcycle accidents

42 years | 100 cases

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

42 years | 1,000 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1984

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Office of Michael Graves, Public Defender 5th Judicial Circuit

P.O. Box 7800, Tavares, FL, 32778

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Charles David Fantl's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

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Posted by Scoot | March 09, 2021 | Criminal Defense

COVID *

My son had a case in witch he could not attend a court hearing. He was mandated by the hospital and took for 3 days to quarantine and be vaccinated. He has tested negative thank god. My son has mild asthma and wouldn’t take a chance in risking his live and the safety of His family.. he’s atte...nded 4 zoom meetings on phone and the judge told him that he was in a loop bc they couldn’t resolve the case at the time.. Please MR. fantle Give my son a fair day in court and wait for the hospital to release him so he can attend court. Dont stick him with a warnt bc of COVID

Posted by Shelly Henson | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

client

I have had great service from Mr. Fantl and staff. I wood recomend him to any one that would need A attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mrs

Very helpful with getting my son’s case resolved. He got everything done quickly and my son never had to appear in court, so we were never inconvenienced with court dates. I would use him again if I need legal representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Unfortunate outcome

I don't think my case was given the attention it deserved, and I believe, as a result of that, my family did not get the best outcome. I know my case wasn't guaranteed, but I hope for the best on appeal, and with a new lawyer.

Posted by Charli oliver | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Only wish we could have retained him

He was professional and down to earth. Did not talk to me like I was stupid. He actually went above and beyond even though it was out of his hands and nothing he could do. He helped me and answered all my questions. No doubt I will be calling him again if ever needed. Highly recommended.

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Charles David Fantl's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jaimie Washo Spivey

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an excellent attorney who is not afraid to fight."

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Christopher Largey

Appeals lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Fantl is an experienced trial lawyer and appellate advocate. He is ethical and fights for his clients. Highly recommend."

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Timothy Keough

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend him."

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Andrew Colando

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is a great lawyer and a good friend. If I was ever i trouble I would not hesitate in retaining his services. Highly recommend."

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Jody Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney Fantl is a professional and a man of his word. I have always been impressed with his work ethic and his knowledge of the law. An excellent attorney."

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William Reed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Archer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"What can be said about one of the greatest criminal defense personalities in Central Florida? Charles is a class act. He uses his charisma and vast legal knowledge to represent his clients in a way only few can boast to be able to do. I have had the opportunity to witness his zealous advocacy on more than one occassion and highly recommend his services."

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Thomas Holden

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Darby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Fantl. He is an accomplished and respected member of the legal community."

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Francis Remsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is a great attorney, very knowledgable, always professional and wililng to help his fellow attorneys."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Recongnized for Pro Bono Work, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida

2013

Recognized for Pro Bono Work, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida

1982

Cum Laude, Whittier College School of Law

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Charles D. Fantl

2005 - 2005

Instructor, Lake Sumter Community College

1988 - 1989

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

1980 - 1982

Law Clerk, Cotkin, Collins & Franscell (Santa Ana, Ca)

Associations

1985 - Present

Admitted to Practice USDC Middle District of Florida and 11 Cir Court of Appeal

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Criminal Law Section of the Fla. Bar

Member

Family Law Section of the Florida Bar

Member

DUI Defenders

Member

1993 - 1994

Tavares Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State v Benavides, 23 Fla. L. Weekly Supp 1004a

Motion to Suppress granted

Hickman v. Milsap

Affirmed.

Wolf v. State, 18 Fla. L Weekly Supp 515a

Reversed and defendant discharged

Foucaucld v State, 18 Fla. L. Weekly Supp 514a (Fla. 5th Cir. 2011)

The Circuit Court reversed the trial court without prejudice due to a lack of record or findings of fact.

Demchenko v. State, 18 Fla. L. Weekly Supp 496a

Reversed. No actual physical control observed by officer. Unlawful misdemeanor arrest. Defendant Discharged.

State v. Robinson, 17 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 1107a

Motion to Suppress granted

State v. Corbett, 15 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 995c

Motion to Suppress granted

Jones v. State, 714 So.2d 665 (Fla. 5th DCA 1998)

Reversed and remanded

In Re Guardianship of Macolino, 506 So.2d 1183 (Fla. 5th DCA 1987)

Circuit court reversed with direction to transfer case to Marion County.

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Education

1982

Whittier College School of Law

Juris Doctor of Law Cum Laude

1972

Boston University

BFA

Speaking Engagements

2004

Legal Assisting Lake Sumter Community College

Legal Assisting in Family Law Cases

Activity

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