Catherine Ann Medling

Catherine Ann Medling

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +4 more

501 North Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL

About Catherine

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I have been practicing in Central Florida for over 20 years. I have handled ever type of criminal case, including murder, capital sexual batter, drug trafficking, RICO, robbery, gun crimes, drug possession, DUI, DWLS, child abuse,theft, fraud, juvenile crimes, and the list goes on.

33 years | 8,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 13%

33 years | 2,000 cases

13%
Expungement 10%

25 years | 50 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

31 years

10%
Violent Crime 10%

33 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Appeals 5%

33 years | 9 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Catherine Ann Medling

501 North Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801

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Catherine Ann Medling's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2013

"passionate ETHICAL KNOWLEDGE excellence"

From my perspective, there are several attributes Ms. Medling has which greatly separate her from her counterparts. Not only does she have a thorough knowledge of the law, but her understanding of the law is second to none- Her passion for defense is inspiring. Ms. Medling listened to my situation ...and believed in me. She was passionate about my defense and worked countless hours to ensure a just outcome while always keeping my best interests at heart. Prior to Ms. Medling, I had four different attorneys working on my situation. Ms. Medling had more success with my case in several short months compared to previous attorneys’ progress over several years. I never worried Ms. Medling was out to make a quick fee- settling was never an option. Ms. Medling gave me my life back. There are no words of gratitude great enough to thank her for her hard work, long hours, and passionate fight for me. Instead I got her this painting- In my book Ms. Medling is the real Wonder Woman.

Posted by Lisal | January 31, 2011

She is the best!

Cathy is the most knowledgable person I have ever met, especially when it concerns drug law. She was able to help me resolve my issues and maintain my freedom and even though I had several similar offenses involving two different counties. She is not only good at her job but she goes a step further a...nd keeps her clients informed on the steps one would take to avoid legal mishaps in the future! Her husband Roger has always been wonderful too (Roger Scott p.a)

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Catherine Ann Medling's Lawyer Endorsements

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Don Waggoner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cathy is an excellent lawyer whom I highly recommend. She is knowledgeable and well experienced in criminal matters. A great trial lawyer."

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William Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Catherine Medling for a long time in the Orlando legal community. She is a fearless advocate and a fantastic trial lawyer. If you are backed into a corner, you need someone smart and tough who will stand by your side and Catherine is someone I highly endorse and recommend!"

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Zahra Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing Attorney Medling for many years. She is an aggressive lawyer who is a zealous advocate for her clients. She fights hard & does not give up! I have personally observed Attorney Medling in court representing clients in serious cases. She is professional, ethical, and extremely effective."

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Eric Dirga

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a trusted member of the legal community for the central Florida area. Well prepared and skilled."

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Gavin Elliot

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is without question one of the best criminal trial attorneys I have ever seen in court. If you are charged with a criminal offense,you would be well-served by having Mrs. Meddling defend you."

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Vincent LaBarbera

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tammy Riggs

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Shevin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Hambrick

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Rothman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Other

"As a fellow member of the NORML Legal Committee I endorse this lawyer."

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Roger Scott

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Lombardo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Other

"As a fellow NORML legal committee member I endorse this lawyer."

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Don Waggoner

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zahra Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gavin Elliot

Litigation lawyer

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Eric Dirga

Criminal defense lawyer

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Vincent LaBarbera

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Gorman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Shevin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Hambrick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Lombardo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tammy Riggs

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Rothman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roger Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1995

Trial award, Joe DuRocher

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Scott & Medling, P.A.

2002 - 2005

Criminal Defense Attorney, Kaufman, Englett & Lynd

1993 - 2002

Attorney, Office Of The Public Defender, Ninth Judicial Circuit, Orange County, Florida

Associations

2002 - Present

NORML Legal Committee

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lena Agresta v. City of Maitland

City of Maitland initially won on summary judgment, but was revesred on appela to the 5th DCA.

State v. Barnes

All charges dismissed

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Education

1992

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD with Honors

1989

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Libertarian Townhall Meeting

The War on Drugs: Costs to the American Taxpayer

Languages

English

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