Brian P Byrd

Brian P Byrd

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Longwood, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation

1220 Commerce Park Dr., Suite 207, Longwood, FL

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

Criminal Defense for all kinds of Central Florida Criminal Cases.

14 years | 5,000 cases

80%
Divorce and Separation 20%

14 years | 50 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 13 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2012

Member in Good Standing

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Location

ByrdLaw, P.A.

1220 Commerce Park Dr., Suite 207, Longwood, FL, 32779

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Brian P Byrd's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (15)
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Posted by Natalie Stokes | November 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney I have come across!

I would like to write another review of just how amazing once again Mr. Bryd has been in mine and my fiancé‘s life. This man always seems to amaze us. I cannot say enough good things about Mr. Bryd. Honestly, he is more than just an attorney, he actually cares about the life of his clients, which is ...soooo important and hard to find. After 7 months, I contacted him for something and without any questions he jumped on it and had it done within 5 minutes, no joke. Now that is an A+ attorney in my book. If anybody I know is ever in need of an attorney he would be the first name out of my mouth, to go to. This man will not disappoint you. Very good man. Thank you again Brian for everything you have done and continue to do. Great attorney and Great work!

Posted by Kevin | March 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible

If I can say one word about Brian, it’s incredible. He’s always available to answer any questions and he gives you the truth no matter what. He genuinely cared about my case and situation and he was in my corner fighting for me every step of the way.

Posted by Brenda M | December 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great experience

Just a regular person. Not stuck up and a great result. Would recommend to anyone looking for a criminal lawyer.

Posted by Luis | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great contact

He is very young but down to earth and super easy to reach. Good man.

Posted by William | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great communicator

Brian is just a real person plain and simple, he never once said a lie and he truly is so easy to speak to and get a hold of. He answers his phone all day long. Liked him alot.

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Brian P Byrd's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Morelli

Unknown lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the privilege of working with Brian at the State Attorney's Office. Brian is an excellent litigator and extremely passionate about the law and helping people. He brings his experience and skills to great use representing his clients."

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Kenneth Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I knew Brian as a young prosecutor and he stood out amongst his hiring class. He has proven to be an aggressive, knowledgable and skilled defense attorney who gets results for his clients."

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Michael Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Brian is a diligent lawyer who works hard for his clients and achieves amazing results. He is diligent and cares about his clients."

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Joseph Matera

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian and I were trial partners in county court for around a year. Brian and I conducted trials together as co-counsels. It was there that I saw Brian's litigation skills. A reviewer of Brian's stated that "Brian is just a real person." This is very true. Brian is the type of person that you want in your corner."

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Nicholas Primrose

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian is incredibly knowledgeable and he uses his experience in the prosecutors office for the benefit of his clients now. He keeps in constant contact with his clients and is pleasurable to work with on matters."

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Bhavik Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a great attorney who does excellent work for all his clients. I highly endorse this lawyer!"

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Aaron Baghdadi

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"He's a former prosecutor, and is an experienced criminal defense attorney."

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Jordan Ostroff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Had the chance to work with Brian both as a prosecutor and now with him as a defense attorney. He is exactly the sort of knowledgeable and hard-working attorney you want on your case."

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Jessica Travis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Byrd is an effective and hard working attorney. As my opposing counsel he was professional and courteous throughout the entire proceedings."

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Justin Drach

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's prior experience as an assistant state attorney makes him a formidable opponent for prosecutors. He zealously represents his clients while using his vast knowledge to look for opportunities to exploit creative solutions to criminal legal issues. I endorse this lawyer."

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Dean Bartzokis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Byrd is an excellent lawyer. We worked together at the State Attorney's Office where he was known among his peers as a fearless trial attorney. On the defense side he will fight for his clients for the best resolution possible. His excellent reputation in the community will prove a major asset. I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Messina

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Brian P. Byrd. Brian is an extremely skilled litigator and a very knowledgeable criminal defense and family lawyer."

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Kevin Morenski

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an extremely effective criminal defense and family law attorney with a lot of experience with and knowledge of both practice areas."

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Jeremy Mutz

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bryan Byrd is a skilled litigator and cares about doing the right thing."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Distinguished Pro Bono, Florida Bar

2009

Magna Cum Laude, University of Central Florida

Work Experience

2012 - 2015

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office 9th Judicial Circuit

2011 - 2012

Certified Legal Intern, State Attorneys office 2nd Circuit

Associations

2017 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Florida Bar

Licensed Attorney

2006 - Present

National Rifle Association

Member

2016 - 2016

Seminole County Soil and Water Candidate

District Supervisor Candidate

2006 - 2009

National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Conspiracy to Commit First Degree Murder

Pled to a withhold of adjudication, 12 months of probation on a misdemeanor.

Fraud $20k or More

AW, Grant Theft, 2 years probation. Rest. Paid in Full Volusia County

Burglary of a Dwelling and Grand Theft

Adjudication Withheld, reduced to two misdemeanors and Credit for Time Served.

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Education

2012

The Florida State University College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2009

University of Central Florida

Bachelors of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Seminole County Soil and Water Group 4

Political Debate

2014

Teach-In

Juvenile Justice

Publications

2016

2016

2011

Languages

English

Activity

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