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Biography
Areas of Practice: State and Federal Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Personal Injury
Licensed to Practice in Florida State and Federal Court
Former State Prosecutor
Legal Analyst
Florida State University College of Law
University of South Florida
Anthony Rickman is an AV Preeminent rated Attorney with over ten years of experience in the areas of Criminal Defense, DUI, Personal Injury, and Sports & Entertainment Law. Due to his stellar record both in and out of the Courtroom, Anthony Rickman has received an AV preeminent rating from Martingale Hubble, the highest rating an attorney can receive for legal ability and ethical standards. Anthony has also received a 10.0 star rating from AVVO, the highest rating an attorney can receive. Anthony had been named a Top 40 Trial Lawyer under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers Association, and received a “Superior” ranking by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense organization.
A Tampa Bay native, Anthony attended the University of South Florida where he received a full academic scholarship and graduated Cum Laude. He then attended the Florida State University College of Law where he earned his law degree. Upon graduating law school, Anthony was a prosecutor at Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office. As an Assistant State Attorney, Anthony prosecuted thousands of DUI, misdemeanor, traffic, and felony cases. Anthony joined the law firm of Taracks Gomez & Associates in 2007, and in 2011, Anthony was named a partner at Taracks Rickman & Associates. In 2016 Anthony Rickman founded “The Rickman Law Firm”, a firm dedicated to representing clients throughout the State of Florida.
Mr. Rickman practices in both State and Federal Court. As a well versed and experienced criminal defense attorney, Anthony handles a wide array of cases including, but not limited to, Serious Felonies, DUI, DUI Manslaughter, Drug Possession, Drug Trafficking/Manufacturing, Violations of Probation, Sex Offenses, Child Pornography, Sexual Battery, Robbery, Child Abuse, Gun Charges, Burglary, Fraud, Forgery, Assault and Battery, Theft, Domestic Violence, Murder, and all other State or Federal Felony and Misdemeanor Offenses.
Using his experience, skills, and knowledge gained as a prosecutor and perfected as a defense attorney, Anthony can provide you with the representation you need to successfully defend against the government's accusations. Anthony's has successfully argued hundreds of motions and tried numerous cases before a Juries and Judges that resulted in not guilty verdicts at trial or a dismissal of the charges prior to trial. Mr. Rickman’s courtroom ability, legal knowledge, dedication, preparation, skill, aggression, and experience, will provide you with a top notch criminal defense through all stages of your case.
Anthony Rickman is well-versed in personal injury cases. Anthony has represented hundred of clients injured in auto accident or as a result of a “slip and fall”. As a personal injury attorney, he is dedicated to helping injury victims get the financial compensation they deserve. In addition to personal injury and criminal defense, Anthony represents producers, directors, entertainers, artists, musicians, and athletes in the sports and entertainment world. Anthony has been involved in negotiations to raise capital for multi-million dollar films, production and directorial contracts, Boxing Pay-Per View events, movie and television development contracts, film and video distribution agreements.
Anthony Rickman is often featured on local and national television providing legal analysis on a wide array of issues. Anthony is a regular legal commentator on Fox, and has appeared on NBC, ABC, CNN and ESPN. Mr. Rickman has been interviewed by multiple newspapers and publications and is often called upon by print media outlets to give his opinion on legal issues.
Respected, Aggressive, Experienced, Trial Skilled State & Federal Criminal Defense Attorney- Former Prosecutor
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
21 years
DUI and DWI
25%
21 years
Federal Crime
25%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
The Rickman Law Firm
(813) 513-7796
Mobile
400 North Ashley Drive, Suite 2100, Tampa, FL, 33602
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Posted by Joseph Fortune | February 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best attorney
Although my experience was several years ago Anthony was passionate and ,patient and thorough.I would recommend anyone needing an attorney standing with them in court Anthony Rickman is your best option. He’s also a down to earth great guy!!
Posted by Cameron | October 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year
Mr. Rickman is such an exceptional and remarkable Criminal Defense attorney without question. Under unfortunate circumstances, I was charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and prior to an arraignment being scheduled, Mr. Rickman was able to get the felonious charges dropped in less than...
Posted by Megan | September 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Above and Beyond Expectations
I have never had legal trouble before, but I am very familiar with the criminal justice system, and expected my case to drag on for months, if not over a year. Yet, here I am, less than one full week after sitting in Mr. Rickman's office, explaining my case to him during our very lengthy consultation...
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
He is the Best!!!!!!!
Anthony is very knowledgeable of every law! Outstanding in every way! Always kept us updated, always able to be contacted, and had a clear cut response to our case! Everything was completely dropped! We are so thankful for his service! Best Attorney we could have had! I highly recommend him!!! After ...
Posted by Paul | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Spectacular experience
Mr. Rickman was very professional, knowledgable, aggressive, prepares extensively and actually listens to his clients. He defended me as a part of "the me too campaign" where I was falsely accused of terrible allegations from an ex girlfriend that I broke things off with. Mr. Rickman was able to get...
Anthony Biagio Rickman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Anthony, is a top-notch lawyer who aggressively fights for his clients! He is excellent in the courtroom and knowledgable in the law. I STRONGLY endorse this lawyer."
"Anthony is a top shelf criminal defense lawyer. His strong ability is rooted in his former career as a prosecutor for the State of Florida -- he knows the opponent because he used to be the opponent. And the relationships he cultivated with his former colleagues can often prove to be the most important element of a good defense and favorable result. Highly recommended."
"Anthony is an outstanding attorney and well respected in the community. He is the kind of lawyer other lawyers contact for advice. I wholly endorse his abilities in the practice of law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"When you find yourself in need of a criminal defense attorney, you want one that is experienced and knowledgeable. Attorney Rickman is both of those. Just read his client reviews and you will see why he is well respected in the legal community."
"A great criminal lawyer who gets the best results for his clients. I endorse Anthony B. Rickman!"
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"I have had many cases with Anthony over the course of my career. He always works hard for his clients."
"I endorse Anthony. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I respect Anthony a lot. I've seen him on television, and I also am very familiar with the criminal defense community in Florida (as that is where many of my family members reside). I would certainly endorse Mr. Rickman."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hard working, honest and zealous."
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"I have known Attorney Rickman for many years and can say without hesitation that he is a dedicated and aggressive criminal defense attorney who works hard to get great results for his client."
"I first met Attorney Rickman in 2005 while we both served as Assistant State Attorneys in Tampa. Attorney Rickman was a tenacious and hard working prosecutor - when things got rocky in a trial he could always be depended upon to provide key leadership. When Attorney Rickman entered private practice, we worked together on a number of cases. He was always diligent in his work, and always dedicated to getting the best result for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Anthony and known him throughout his entire career. He is an excellent lawyer."
"I defended cases against Mister Rickman when he was a State Felony Prosecutor, and knew him to be a very talented trial lawyer who was always prepared, and highly ethical. It did not take long for Mister Rickman to become a very well respected, prominent private practitioner, once he left the State Attorney's Office to work in one of the most established law firms in the area. I am proud of being a member of the same local bar with this attorney and strongly endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top Criminal Defense Attorney-Superb Rating, AVVO
2014
Clients Choice, AVVO
2013
AVVO, Top Contributor
2012
Clients Choice, AVVO
2005
Competition Chair Award, Florida State University College of Law-Trial Team
2004
Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, Florida State University College of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Legal Analyst, Multiple Media Outlets
2007 - Present
Partner, Taracks Rickman & Associates
2005 - 2007
Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney 13th Judicial Circuit in and for Hillsborough County
2004 - 2004
Certified Legal Intern, Office of the State Attorney 13th Judicial Circuit
2003 - 2004
Law Clerk, The Chiccetti Law Firm
2001 - 2002
Law Clerk, Clerk of Circuit Court 6th Judicial Circuit
2001 - 2002
Intern, Office of State Representative Frank Farkas
2000 - 2001
Intern, Congressional Office Of U.S. Senator Connie Mack
Associations
2010 - Present
Florida State University Alumni Association
2010 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
2007 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association
2007 - Present
Hillsborough County Criminal Defense Lawyers
2007 - Present
Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section
2005 - Present
Florida Bar
2002 - Present
American Bar Association
2002 - Present
Sigma Nu Alumni Association
2006 - 2008
Hillsborough County American Inn of Court
2003 - 2005
Florida State University College of Law Trial TeamCompetition Chairman
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Rodriguez
NOT GUILTY-SECOND DEGREE MURDER WITH FIREAEM
State v. Rodriguez
NOT GUILTY-SECOND DEGREE MURDER
State v OConnell
Not Guilty Verdict (Capital Murder)
State v OConnell-First Degree Murder Not Guilty
Not Guilty Verdict (Capital Murder)
State v. RJ (Posseison of Heroin with Intent to sell)
State dropped possesion with intent to sell charge
State v. SZ
State Dropped Sex Offense
State v. CM-DV Battery Dropped
State Dropped Domestic Battery Charge
State v. JB-Doctor Shopping Charge Dropped
Doctor Shopping Charge Dropped
State v - JC-Resisting arrest charge dimissed
Case Dismissed
State v. ES-Aggravated Child Abuse Dropped
Child Abuse Chare Dropped
State v. RC-Aggravated Battery with Deadly Waeapon Dropped
Felony Charge Dropped
Possession of Meth Charge Dropped
Case Dropped by the State
State v. LW
Robery Charge Dropped by the State
State v. JT-DUI Dropped
State Dropped DUI Charge
State v. AC-Pasco County DUI Dropped
state Dropped DUI
State v. BJ-Pasco DUI Dropped
DUI Dropped
State v. MB-Prostition Charge Dropped
Prostittion Charge Dropped
State v. JF- Resisting with violence and Battery on a LEO dropped
Felony Battery on a LEO Dropped
State v, DT-DUI charge dropped
DUI Dropped
State v. CL-Violation of INjunction Charge Dropped
State Dropped Violaiotn of INjunction Charge
State v. DH-DUI Dropped
State Dropped DUI
State v. AB-DUI charge nolle prossed by state
State Dropped DUI
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dropped
Charge COMPLETELY DROPPED by the State Attorney’s Office.
Solicitation of Prostitution Case Resolved with No Probation or Jail
Adjudication was withheld and client paid a fine, no probation or jail time.
Felony Resisting with Violence Charge Dropped
Battery on a law enforcement officer reduced to misdemeanor assault, all other charges COMPLETELY DROPPED.
DUI Dismissed
Charge DISMISSED by the Court after a successful motion to suppress.
State v. JR-Judge Dismissed DUI after Motion Hearing
DUI Dismissed
Domestic Violence Injunction Dismissed
The injunction was completely DISMISSED by the Court after a hearing.
Battery Domestic Violence Charge Dropped
Charge COMPLETELY DROPPED by the State Attorney’s Office.
Felony Gun Charges Dropped
All charges COMPLETELY DROPPED by the State Attorney’s Office.
Felony Criminal Mischief Dropped
Charge COMPLETELY DROPPED by the State Attorney’s Office.
State v. MN-To Catch a Predator Case Dropped
State Dropped charge of luring and enticing a minor
State v. MN-To Catch a Predator Case Dropped
State Dropped charge of luring and enticing a minor
State v. CD-DUI Plant City Dropped
State Dropped DUI
DUI CHARGE DROPPED BY STATE
DUI Dropped by State
State v. MC
DUI Dropped
Federal Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute Charges Dropped
Possession with intent to distribute charge dropped and sentencing reduced
Felony Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and Obstructing or Opposing with Violence Charges Dropped
Felony charges dropped
Battery Charge Dropped
Battery Charge Dropped
DUI with Property Damage Reduced to a Reckless Driving
DUI reduced to reckless driving
Felony Public Assistance Fraud Case Dropped
Public Assistance Fraud Charge Dropped
Boating Under the Influence Charge Dropped
Charges reduced to Careless Operation of a Vessel
6 Counts of Possession of Child Pornography Dropped
All 6 counts reduced to child neglect
Felony Criminal Mischief Charges Dropped
Felony Criminal Mischief charge reduced to a misdemeanor
No Conviction for Racing Charge
Withhold of adjudication
Battery Domestic Violence and Domestic Violence Injunction Dismissed
Both cases dismissed
Battery and Tampering Charges Dropped
Battery Domestic Violence and Tampering with a Witness charges dropped
Domestic Violence and Tampering Charges Dropped
All charges dropped
Judge Dismisses "To Catch a Predator Case"
Case Dismissed
State Drops Burglary/Battery Case
Case Dropped by State
DUI Dropped
State Dropped DUI
Hillsborough County DUI Dropped
DUI Charge Dropped
Aggravated Assault With Deadly Weapon Dismissed
Charges Dissmissed
Hillsborough County DUI Dropped
DUI Charge Dropped
Domestic Battery Charge Dropped
Domestic Battery Dismissed
Leaving the Scene of an Accident-Not Guilty
Charges Dissmissed
Domestic Violence Injunction dismissed
Injunction Dismissed
Hillsborough County DUI Dropped
DUI Charge Dropped
Pinellas County DUI Dropped
DUI Charge Dropped
Hillsborough County Drug Charge Dismissed
Charges Dissmissed
Drug Trafficking Charge Dropped
Drug Trafficking Charge Dropped
DUI reduced to reckless driving
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
Motion to Dismiss DUI Granted
DUI Dismissed
Aggravated Stalking and Burglary Charge Dismissed
Case Dropped after motion to dismiss filed
Fleeing to Elude charge dropped
Felony Fleeing to elude dropped
Grand Theft Dropped
Grand Theft Dropped
Possession of Controlled Substance Charge dropped
Felony drug charge dismissed
Carrying Concealed Firearm Charge Dropped
Felony Carrying a concealed firearm charge dropped
Carrying a Concealed Firearm at Airport
Felony Gun Charges Dropped
Sexual Battery Charge Dropped
All Charges Dropped
Obstructing an officer without violence-dismissed
Case Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana Charge-Dismissed
State Dropped the Charges
Possession of Marijuana Charge-Dismissed
State Dropped the Charges
Battery Charge Dropped
State Dropped the Charges
Hilllsborough DUI- Dropped
No DUI conviction
POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL BY A PERSON UNDERAGE
Charges Dismissed
DUI Hillsborough County-Dropped
State reduced DUI to a Reckless Driving
DUI over .15 BAL-Dropped
State reduced DUI to a Reckless Driving
Tampa DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
No DUI Conviction
Pasco County Possession with Intent to Sell Drugs-Dropped
No Felony Conviction/Original charge dropped
Pinellas County DUI Dropped
DUI Dropped
Possession of Cocaine-Hillsborough County
State Dropped Charge
DUI Hillsborough County Dropped
DUI Dropped
Domestic Violence Battery Dropped
Charges Dropped
DUI Dropped
DUI Dropped
Drug Charges Dropped
State Dropped charges
Battery Charged Dismissed
State Dropped charges
DUI Dropped to Reckless Driving
State Dopped DUI
DUI Reduced to a Reckless Driving
DUI Dropped
Felony Battery
Case Dropped to Misdemeanor
Judge Dismisses DUI charge
Case Dismissed by Judge
Judge Dismisses Drug Charge
Case Dismissed by Judge
Hillsborough County DUI Dropped
Case reduced to a reckless driving
Judge throws out drug charge
Drug Charge dismised
Hillsborough County 11-CF-006781
Reduced to a Reckless Driving
Hillsborough County 04-CF-010147
Dismissed
Hillsborough County 11-CM-21379
All Charges Dropped
Hillsborough County 10-CF-1182
Dismissed
Hillsborough County 11-Cf-016959
State Dropped All Charges
Hillsborough County 4535-XEP
DUI Dropped to Reckless Driving
Hillsborough County 4363-XEP
DUI Dropped to Reckless Driving
Hillsborough County 4241-XEP
DUI Dropped to Reckless Driving
Hillsborough County 4689-XEP
DUI Dropped to Reckless Driving
Hillsborough County 4382-GQY
DUI Dropped to Reckless Driving
Hillsborough County 11-CM-14886
Not Guilty after trial
Hillsborough County 11-CF-17133
State Dropped All Charges
State v. JK-Capital Sexual Battery Charges Dropped by State
State Filed a No Information (droppong the charges)
State v JR- Domestc Violence Charge Dropped
Charge Dropped by State
State v, BR-DUI DROPPED
DUI DROPPED
Education
2005
The Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of South Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Fox Orlando
Senator Sues Pizza Delivery Boy
2015
Fox 13 Evneing News
How to Survive a Law Enforcment Encounter
2015
Fox 13 Evening News
Movement to stop Using Faulty Drug Tests
2015
Fox 13 Evening News
Military Officer Arrested for Faulty Drug Test
2015
Fox 13 Evening News
DUI Setup
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
Florida You Judge
Faulty Drug Tests Used by Police
2015
Debate on the use of Feild Reagent Tests on Drug Cases in Florida
Drug Field Reagent Tests
2014
Saint Petersburg Catholic High School Law Class
Introduction to the legal field
2014
Huffington post/ABC
Flirda Extends Stand Your Ground Law
2014
Fox13 Evening News
Plea Deal in Kidnapping Case
2014
Fox 13, Huffington Post
Governor Signs Warning Shot Bill Into Law
2014
2014
Fox 13 News
State Drops Charges After Infant Death
2014
Fox 13 News
FDLE Employee resigns after Pill Investigation
2014
Fox 13 News
Trooper Threatened on Website
2014
Fox 13 News
New Evidecne in Theater Shooting
2014
2014
Fox 13 News
Can you bring a gun to a popcorn fight
2014
2014
Fox 13 NEws
Police Seeking Public Help in Child Murder
2014
Fox 13 News
Teen Mom Goung to State Hospital
2014
Fox 13 News
No Charges in Childs Murder
2014
Fox 13 evening news
Insanity Defense in Kidnapping Case
2013
2013
Fox News
Family Dollar Murder
2013
2013
Fox 13 News
Abortion Pill Murder case
2013
Fox 13 News
Conflict of Interest in Shock Jock Trial
2013
Fox 13 News
Details of DUI Setup
2013
ESPN Outside The Lines
FAMU Hazing Case
2013
ABC Television
Man acused of beating wife priro to house fire
2012
Fox 13 Tampa News
Stand Your Ground Case Not Prosecuted
2012
Fox 13 News
George Zimmerman Charged
2012
Fox 13 News
Lack of BiLingual Dispathcers
2012
Fox News
Penn State Law
2011
USF IFC Risk Management Seminar
Risk Reduction
Publications
2015
The Marshall Project
Jolly Ranchers, Sage and Breathmints
2013
Tampa Bay Times
Attorney's Warn Against Lowering DUI Threshold
2012
Gwinnett Daily Post
Mugshots Inc: "Legalized Extortion" or Constitutional Privilage
2012
The Daily
Face Booked
2011
Criminal Defense blog
Criminal Defense Blog
2008
Florida Law Weekly
State of Florida v.Staver
Languages
English
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