Steven Christopher Sessa

Steven Christopher Sessa

4.5
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

901 N Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

If you have been charged with a crime, then you need help immediately. The legal team at the Law Offices of Steven C. Sessa in West Palm Beach, Florida, provides premium criminal defense services to those charged with driving under the influence/driving while intoxicated (DUI/DWI), drug trafficking, and other criminal offenses. Focused on protecting and preserving your Constitutional rights and offering individualized attention, Steve C. Sessa, P.A., is ready to fight for you.

32 years

55%
DUI and DWI 25%

If you have been accused of driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, the legal team at the Law Offices of Steven C. Sessa is ready to defend you. We are dedicated to providing you with quality, professional legal services designed to deliver optimum results. If you are facing DUI charges in Florida, Steve C Sessa, P.A., will represent your best interests in every manner.

32 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

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Law Offices of Steven Christopher Sessa

901 N Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401-3711

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Steven Christopher Sessa's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2024 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mr.

Even before we entered the courtroom, Mr. Sessa's exemplary professionalism, extensive expertise, and prompt responsiveness stood out. However, it was during the court proceedings that his performance truly shone. Prior to my case, as I observed other attorneys in action, Mr. Sessa's demeanor transfo...rmed the atmosphere entirely. With an impressive blend of charisma and legal acumen, he effortlessly commanded attention, rendering his peers seemingly inexperienced in comparison. His ability to captivate the entire room underscored his mastery of the craft, leaving an indelible impression on me.

Posted by Christina | September 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceptional Attorney

The BEST Attorney I have ever experienced. Steven has taken all of my calls during the anxiety of the case, treated each call with Compassion and Fact. He Genuinely Cares. By the way, the case is successfully closed 100% in my favor and to my satisfaction. Steven Listens and Fights. HIGHLY RECCOMME...NDED

Posted by Jacquelin | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jacquelin

I contacted Steve by phone at 10:00 at night about my 15 yr old daughter who had just been arrested for some serious charges . I didn't understand she's on the honor roll and she had never been in trouble before , not even at school.I've never been so scared in my life . I was frantic, I can't imagi...ne how she was feeling . He got a call into her right away, so she knew she wasn't alone. He stayed by her side every step of the way from the beginning to the end also going out of his way giving her guidance when she was down, but never candy coated it or gave false hope. I can't say enough postive things about Steve. Our case finally ended on a positive note ( her future will not be ruined over a mistake made at 15 since the state direct filed her to a adult on her first offense) Even if this hadn't ended on a positive note I know without a doubt he gave it his all. Always only a phone call away . Before this Steve was a complete stranger, during and after he is Family, he fought for my girl like she was his own. She even has picture of her and Steve in her room , she said he's her hero and that pic will remind her to always think before acting, that one choice can change her future she worked so hard for . We all make mistakes,and if you made one I HIGHLY recommend Steve he will climb mountains for you. His Rates are nothing compared to his Worth. He literally saved her life, and I can never thank him enough. Do yourself a favor and call him, best decision I ever made!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015 | Family

DCF SHOWED DISREGARD FOR THE LAW-STEVEN SESSA PUT THEIR FEET TO THE FIRE FOR ME

On a Saturday afternoon my wife and I were with our 5 year old daughter in our home. She's a tiny kid, just about 35 pounds, and a very kind, selfless soul. I was sitting on the master bed, my wife was laying on top of the covers, and our daughter was playing on the floor. As she often does, she s...tarted jumping on my back (horsey ride!) as soon as I sat down. I told her a few times that to stop; i was busy speaking with her mm, and it wasn't time for this. Finally I relented, got on all fours, and gave her a ride around the carpeted room. Then I picked her up, and tossed her onto the bedspead with her mom. This was my signal to her that playtime was over. She ignored it. I then held her down on the bed. This was not punishment, it was play. We were all three laughing. But clearly it hurt her feelings. She pouted for about 5 seconds, then it was over. The next day, my daughter said to her teacher that I had hurt her. She didn't complain about any specific area that hurt, even when asked where, but they are mandated to call DCF and I understand the law. DCF showed up the next day at the school as my wife was picking her up. They took my daughter into a room and wouldn't let my wife speak with her. We immediately called Steven Sessa, because he is the best attorney we know in this area. DCF refused to take more than 30 of his calls. They interrogated my daughter without representation, then interrogated my wife. I told them to get lost, because they refused to allow me to bring a lawyer to an interview with them. DCF made it clear they were there to "get me for something"-that is the words they used. They yelled at me in front of my home in an exclusive community that I was "being investigated for sexual abuse" RIGHT IN FRONT OF MY HORRIFIED NEIGHBORS!!! DCF then told me that if I didn't vacate my own home and refuse to see my daughter, they would seize her. By this time, they had interviewed her, and anyone with a brain could tell that it was a frivolous case and we are not child abusers, and there had been no child abuse, just a child who didn't like being told to stop clowning around for a moment. Stevn stopped work on all his cases (or so it appeared to me) and called DCF and me all day, every day until this was resolved. In the end, DCF had no choice but to relent, and get out of our lives. What is amazing is that even after they knew their was no case, they wanted to make one anyway, and the result would have been to destroy my family. I am not sure if Mr Sessa would have been so passionate if I had been obviously guilty. I can tell you this, though; This guy cares about clients. He's the first lawyer I have ever met that I felt good about the VALUE of the retainer. He's not the most expensive, nor the least...but frankly, who cares? This lawyer gets involved, and gets the results you NEED, when everything is on the line. I could be without parental rights right now for nothing more than disciplining my daughter (who hears "no" all too few times). Instead, i spent this weekend with her at a waterpark. And our lives are moving forward.

Posted by MIchael | March 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Steven Sessa Upheld the law for me - Instantly!!!

In early 2012, my wife was driving Eastbound on Donald Ross Rd in Palm Beach Gardens and was involved in a serious car accident. The police report said that she had run a red light in my SUV, and struck a sedan with two people inside. Both were injured, and the passenger was seriously injured, thou...gh later recovered. Witnesses at the scene initially said that my wife had a green light, then upon speaking with police, said they were not sure. My wife maintains to this day that the light was green for her. There were no mitigating factors in the accident. No alcohol, distractions such as cell phone use, and it was a perfectly bright sunny day. And my wife was driving below the speed limit. The driver and passenger in the other car (that my wife said actually did run the red light) were 90 and 88 years old, respectively. This was a tragic accident, regardless of who was to blame. However, the police investigators wanted to charge my wife with a serious crime, because of the age of the people in the sedan. The police were abrasive to her and to I. And they impounded our vehicle, telling us they would keep it for up to a year and a half, citing that "elderly people can often die of complications from an accident more than a year later", and they would want to keep the vehicle as evidence in order to charge her with Vehicular Homicide at a later date. And the police demanded that they interview my wife immediately and without representation. We couldn't believe what we were hearing. This seemed like she was being treated like a deliberate and calculating criminal, not someone accused of causing a car accident without any contributing factors whatsoever. I called Steven Sessa the next day. The officer who impounded the vehicle (and told me he was keeping it for up to a year and a half) and was extremely rude to us at first actually called me just hours later and apologized, then instructed me to pick up the car at my convenience. If he hadn't, we would not have been able to make an insurance claim, and would not have been able to get another car (it was a total loss), and indeed would have ended up with ruined credit as well. The case was finished in court. My wife was never charged with a serious crime, only traffic infractions. Steven turned the focus of the case from a serious felony charge that could have resulted in my wife going to prison, into a traffic case. We paid a fine. Fact is, we were way more concerned with the other drivers health to care about a fine. Our feeling was that it mattered less who ran the light, given nobody was deliberately negligent, and more that everyone survived. The security of knowing that you have a lawyer that will correct a wrong done to you, immediately, is irreplaceable. This incident showed us that anyone can become an accused criminal. And thank God that we knew someone like Steven to set things right.

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Steven Christopher Sessa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Deirdre Marroney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have referred Steve Sessa clients of mine that needed a criminal defense attorney. He has always handled these cases with professionalism and expertise and obtained positive results for the client."

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Glenn Cameron

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an excellent criminal attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. He is conscientious, caring and puts his client's interests above all else. Terrific litigator and consummate professional."

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Cynthia Pyfrom

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Steve for over 17 years and know him to be one of the most compassionate, smart, determined and motivated lawyers I have ever met. I would recommend him to anyone needing assistance with a DUI or any other criminal defense matter. You will not regret it. He is worth every single penny. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Orlando Gonzalez

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is an excellent lawyer! Most importantly, he is honest, caring and trustworthy. He works extremely hard for his clients and is second-to-none preparing his cases."

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Scott Reiter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Steve for a few years and we've even worked cases together. I endorse Steve for all your criminal defense needs."

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Dave Roy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Steve Sessa for approximately 20 years. Steve has been a co-counsel, friend and even my own lawyer. Steve's dedication and hard work have benefited me, my clients and our mutual clients tremendously. Steve is a local, "home-grown" attorney who not only knows the law, but he has strong ties to the community that make his representation extremely effective. In short, Steve gets the job done! I recommend Steve without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Criminal Defense Private Practice

Associations

1992 - 2015

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)

Member

Education

1993

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

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