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Jeffrey Glenn Thompson

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  • Melbourne, FL
  • Licensed for 37 years
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Jeffrey Thompson has more than 28 years experience practicing law in Brevard County, Florida. He is a past president of the Brevard County Bar Association, a past member of The Florida Bar Attorney Grievance Committee for Brevard County, a past member of the Board of Directors of Brevard County Legal Aid, and a former prosecuting attorney. Throughout his career, he has chaired or served on numerous committees of both the state and local bar associations.

Mr. Thompson is also a leader outside the legal community. Currently, he sits on the Board of Directors of the Brevard Police Athletic League, is a member of the Rockledge Rotary Club, and is a longtime volunteer for the United Way of Brevard County.

For more than 20 years, Mr. Thompson has provided pro bono legal representation for indigent clients, and has been recognized several times by Brevard County Legal Aid for his outstanding pro bono service. He also served on the Brevard County Domestic Violence Task Force.

In 1995 the Brevard County Commission appointed Mr. Thompson to serve on its Citizen Jail Advisory Committee, of which he was elected Chair, and in 1999, Brevard County Sheriff Philip B. Williams again appointed Mr. Thompson to serve on the Sheriff's Jail Review Committee.

Mr. Thompson's practice areas include Family and Matrimonial Law (divorce, paternity, child custody and visitation, support, alimony, property settlements, prenuptial agreements, enforcement and modification of final judgments, domestic violence injunctions, etc.), Criminal Law (felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs, criminal traffic offenses, drug offenses, sexual offenses, probation and parole violations, juvenile cases, etc.), and Civil Litigation (personal injury claims, real property disputes, employment contracts, foreclosures, creditor claims, collection of judgments, etc.). He also represents several Homeowner Associations in the Suntree area and elsewhere in the county.

Jeffrey Thompson is a graduate of Duke University and the University of Florida College of Law.

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Practice areas

LitigationDivorce and separationCriminal defenseFamily
  1. Family: 30%

  2. Criminal defense: 30%

  3. Divorce and separation: 30%

  4. Litigation: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Law Office of Jeffrey Thompson

1329 Bedford Drive
Melbourne, FL, 32940

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing198304/04/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers1
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2020
    10 Best AttorneysAmerican Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys2020
    Kathy King Community Impact Volunteer AwardUnited Way of Brevard County, Inc.2008
    Community Service AwardBrevard County Bar Association, Inc.2004
    Outstanding Service AwardCocoa High School Student Government Association1993
    Pro Bono Service Awards (7)Brevard County Legal Aid, Inc.N/A
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Managing PartnerLaw Office of Jeffery Thompson1986 - 2016
    Assistant State AttorneyBrevard County State Attorney's Office1983 - 1986
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Brevard Police Athletic League, Inc.Board of Directors2007 - Present
    Rockledge Rotary ClubMember1999 - Present
    Florida Bar, Attorney Grievance CommitteeMemberN/A
    Brevard County Bar AssociationPresident1996 - 1997
    Central Brevard Sharing Center, Inc.President1991 - 1991
    Brevard County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors1990 - 1997
    Brevard County Legal Aid, Inc.Board of Directors1990 - 1995
    Central Brevard Sharing Center, Inc.Board of Directors1989 - 2006
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1983
    Duke UniversityA.B.1980
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    In re: International Medical Centers, Inc., 604 So.2d 505 (Fla. 1st DCA 1992)
    Jory v. State, 647 So.2d 152 (Fla. 5th DCA 1994), rev'd per curiam, 668 So.2d 195 (Fla. 1996)
    Gauthier v. Florida Real Estate Com'n, 654 So.2d 580 (Fla. 5th DCA 1995)
    State v. Ross, 792 So.2d 699 (Fla. 5th DCA 2001)

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    Thank heaven!

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    My husband & I are so grateful for getting a recommendation to contact Jeffrey Thompson, when, after almost 40 years together, for the 1st time, we needed the help of an attorney. We never dreamed that we would be falsely accused of anything. Unfortunately, that is exactly what happened, and we were totally unprepared. We met with Jeffrey Thompson, and from beginning to end, our experience was a just, and honorable process. Mr. Thompson made this unfortunate experience something that we could get through with dignity, and be able to rest, assured that justice would prevail.
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    Fantastic attourney

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    Hiring Jeff was the best decision I made after I was wrongfully arrested. Extremely satisfied with the results, case dropped! Having someone on your team like Jeff can really give you an advantage and confidence in the courtroom. Very professional and easy to talk to and he will get you the results you want.
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    Very professional

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    Great attorney! I contacted Mr Thompson without much notice and he got to work right away! He did so much research and knew who to call to make it effortless for me! I didn't even have to go to court! Got the results I wanted and was very fair on the price with plenty of time to pay. Mr Thompson is now our go to attorney for our family!
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    Thorough and Competent

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    Mr. Thompson has been our attorney for many years. I trust his judgment and his expertise. He is always available and answers any questions that we have. He is very professional and I would recommend him highly.
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    Thorough and competent

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    Jeff is a very thorough and competent attorney who has always had my best interest at hart. Jeff has never missed a scheduled meeting and has always took my phone calls.Jeff is excellent in a crisis situation and knows how to come out on top.
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    Knowledgeable Attorney

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    Mr. Thompson has done exceptional work on my case and I believe he is the perfect criminal defense attorney. He's personable and thorough. I appreciate the hard work and the determination he expressed when working with me. Highly recommended.
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    Family Law

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    Jeff has represented my case for the past 1 ½ years by assisting with ongoing child support and visitation issues post-divorce. If you are looking for an attorney you can talk directly to (at least via email) and get quick response without the buffer of a paralegal, Jeff is an excellent fit. He will provide advice and counsel; but in the end will also listen and act as his client requests. Overall, I have been happy with the services provided, his attempts to limit wasted efforts, and friendly staff. While Jeff will fight for your position, he does not use bull-dog tactics to "fuel the fire" (which helps to keep expenses to a minimum and usually helps no one). His tactics are fair, ethical, and strategically-defined toward future results. In court, Jeff makes a professional and logical stance; however, deposition of court room witnesses could use some additional up-front preparation. Pros: Communicates directly with his clients, High Ethical Standard, listens to his clients, keeps his clients informed, will not nickel-and-dime his clients; detailed billing statements; professional court-room presence Cons: Computer Tools (conversions to electronic media is somewhat clunky; each page sent as a separate file)

    The South Oaks HOA of Melbourne, FL.

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    Mr. Thompson has been our attorney for over three years. His expertise in the practice of Home Owner Association law gives our Board the confidence that we are being well advised and represented in every situation. Jeff has handled a number of legal issues for us including Collections, Amending Covenants, Insurance Claims, Rule Infractions, etc. He realizes that most HOA Boards of Directors are made up of inexperienced volunteers and he uses good common sense when working with these clients, always making sure that they thoroughly understand the legal issues.

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    Jeffrey Boston, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 29, 2013
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    Jeff is a kind man with a keen mind. You can count on him for sound legal representation.

    Richard Canina

    I've known Jeff for over 20 years. He is dedicated, hardworking, and a zealous advocate for all of his clients. He's well respected and admired within the Brevard County legal community.