Robert G. Whittel
About Robert
Biography
We dedicate our practice to fighting for our clients. We never forget that it is our client's interests that are paramount. Whether we are fighting a serious criminal case or a wrongful death case n behalf of a grieving family, our firm and our investigators work tirelessly for our clients.
Practice Areas
18
Practice Areas
24 years | 2,000 cases
19 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in New York for 14 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 24 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Whittel & Melton
3700 Airport Road, Suite 300, Boca Raton, FL, 33431
Whittel & Melton, LLC
510 Co Rd 466 #201W, The Villages, FL, 32159
Whittel & Melton
2627 NW 43rd Street Suite 201, Gainesville, FL, 32605
Whittel & Melton
P.O. Box 10035, Brooksville, FL, 34603
Whittel & Melton
11020 Northcliffe Blvd, Spring Hill, FL, 34608
Whittel & Melton
5318 Balsam St #A, New Port Richey, FL, 34652
Whittel & Melton
5107 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33710
Whittel & Melton, LLC
123 N Florida St, Bushnell, FL, 33513
Whittel & Melton, LLC
4401 W Kennedy Blvd #250, Tampa, FL, 33609
Whittel & Melton, LLC
150 W Flagler St Penthouse II - 2900, Miami, FL, 33130
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Robert G. Whittel's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
9 Client Reviews
Robert G. Whittel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He has a strong reputation in the legal community for excellence in achieving the best results for each clients' individual needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very intelligent, experienced and personable. Excellent ability to analyze case issues."
"I have known Mr. Whittel for over 2 years and I know that his clients are of the utmost importance to him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Whittel will do whatever it takes to help his clients achieve their desired result."
"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is a dedicated, zealous and a hard working advocate for his clients. His dedication to the handling of his cases leads to good results for the client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is an exceptional trial attorney who skillfully practices criminal law with integrity and with his clients' interests as his first priority."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked closely with Mr. Whittel at the State Attorney's office and saw him work diligent on behalf of the people of the State of Florida. As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Whittel is an effective negotiator who is able to get favorable results for his clients pre-trial and who also maintains an excellant reputation as a trial attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is an excellent lawyer, and a fighter in the courtroom."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2006
Trial Advocacy Seminar, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
2004
Appointment Lieutenant Commander USNR, United States Navy
2000
Order of Coif, University of Florida Law School
1998
Senior Editor, Florida Law Review
Work Experience
2004 - Present
President, Whittel & Melton, LLC
2002 - 2003
Prosecutor, State Attorney's Office
2001 - 2002
Attorney, King & Spalding
1995 - 1997
Navigation Officer, United States Merchant Marine
1995 - 2008
Naval Reserve, United States Navy
Associations
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaMember
2007 - Present
Hernando County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
American Inns of CourtBarrister
2004 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
2004 - Present
South Eastern Admiralty Law AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Academy of Florida Trial LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
NOT GUILTY AT TRIAL
Reduced sentence probation
All murder charges were dismissed and client was released from jail with a misdemeanor charge.
Education
2004
LLM
2000
JD/MBA
1995
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2004
Publications
2000
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
I was recently charged with 1st time summary offense of retail theft. Should i plead guilty & be done w/ it or plead not guilty?
07 Sep 2012
What does is mean when a case says it has been reassigned if the case was already closed?
04 Sep 2012
In Florida can you be charged with resisting arrest w/o violence, without being charged with an initial charge (ex. Dis.Cond)?
01 Sep 2012