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Colleen Adkins DeGraff
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Biography
As a Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer, that means I am an expert in my field — a distinction that is earned and awarded to a very small percentage of all Florida lawyers. I have represented thousands of clients, earning the reputation as an aggressive trial attorney with a heavy pretrial motion practice. With over 16 years of courtroom experience, I have handled all types of cases, ranging from varying misdemeanors to first degree premeditated murder.
Why should you hire DeGraff Hicks Law Group? Because I have the experience, the knowledge, the expertise, and the resources to help. When you are charged with a crime in Florida, you deserve aggressive, reliable representation to defend you in court. Whether you’re charged with a misdemeanor, driving offense, drug possession, drug trafficking, a sexual offense, DUI, or any degree of homicide, DeGraff Law can help.
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Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
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DeGraff Hicks Law Group, PLLC
104 N. Orlando Ave., Ste. 201, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931
DeGraff Hicks Law Group, PLLC
2210 Front St., Ste. 202, Melbourne, FL, 32901
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Posted by Quincy | April 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Best attorney in Florida
Colleen took my case and went above and beyond to do everything I requested in a timely manner. I wouldn’t even consider hiring a different attorney. She has my business for life!
Posted by Seth | March 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Best Lawyer in Brevard!
Colleen is a pitbull on your behalf if she is your attorney. I can't say enough great things about Colleen. We feel very grateful we found her, and we are confident that we would not have had the favorable outcome we had, if she were not representing us. I would highly recommend hiring Colleen if ...
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Forget the rest, go with the best!
Colleen is compassionate to her clients and a master of her trade. She understands the seriousness of her job and what it means to represent her clients. Colleen knows the law and fights for justice. Colleen is a real life superhero. No words can express my gratitude to her for everything she has...
Posted by Joe | February 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Colleen did a Great job representing me
Colleen did a fantastic job representing me and my case, which resulted in no charges being filed.
Posted by michael | February 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
THE BEST
100 % will get the BEST results for your case. Hands down, your freedom is priceless. She will fight your case to the Best of her ability (and that is Very Good).
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Experience
Honors
2023
Criminal Defense Advocate of the Year, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Brevard County chapter)
2023
Team Captain, Presentation of the Year, Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court
2011
Hat Trick Award (eight not guilty verdicts in a row), Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2009
Defender College - Best Advocate Award, Florida Public Defender Association
Work Experience
2014 - 2024
Assistant Public Defender, Brevard County Public Defender's Office
2009 - 2014
Division Chief, Broward County Public Defender's Office
2007 - 2007
Certified Legal Intern, Broward County Public Defender's Office
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Broward County Public Defender's Office
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Miami Dade County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2021 - 2023
Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of CourtFormer Team Captain (2023)
2020 - 2023
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Brevard County chapter)Former President
2017 - 2019
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Brevard County chapter)Past Vice President
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English