Gerald Anthony Perez

Gerald Anthony Perez

4.4
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 32 years

Government Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Government, Financial Markets and Services, Appeals ... +2 more

1313 N. Tampa Street, Tampa, FL

About Gerald

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Government 45%

11 years

45%
Appeals 10%

26 years | 45 cases

10%
Banking 10%

8 years

10%
Business 10%

21 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Perez Firm

1313 N. Tampa Street, Tampa, FL, 33602

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Gerald Anthony Perez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Theresa | January 4, 2014

Hire Gerald Perez to represent you, Do not think twice!

Attorney Gerald Perez is one of the best attorney's in Tampa and surrounding area. I worked for Mr. Perez and yes I became a client of his, I was accused of a crime that I did not commit and it was embarrasing; he did not "Judge" me. My case was of course dismissed but I was looking at fighting the... State Attorney's Office on my own and he helped me. He is a good man and because of his wise experience, I got back into recovery. I have worked as a Paralegal for more than 20 years, I also was born and raised in Tampa and my father's side of family settled here, 3rd generation. When it comes to Criminal Defense, Mr Perez is a genious and "Thinks outside the Box". He also worked for SAO so knows how to fight for you with more knowledge. I have seen him settle Personal Injury cases with very high monetary awards for his clients. He is not afraid to take the case to trial, he is always prepared, where other PI attorney's just want to settle your case and then if they can not they send you to someone else with more knowledge and the money to take your case to trial. He is also knowledgable in many areas of law and it was a great learning, and pleasent experience to work along with him. Whether you are fighting for your freedom in Criminal Court System like I was or you need an attorney that will fight for you, without treating you like a number, you have the right man. He knows everbody in the legal community, he is from Tampa so really he knows everyone; the best expert witnesses, Doctor's and other attorney's that when they see they are up against Gerald Perez, they know it is not going to be easy and they had better prepare to lose. I have witnessed this first hand. Can say no more, if you need an attorney, Hire Gerald Perez to represent you. Do not be mistaken he is the man to get your criminal cases taken off your record, so you can go on with your life to get that good job or lisence you want to apply for.

Posted by Kayla | November 22, 2013

Best choice I've made

Best last minute decision of my life, saved me from a huge mistake. Always kept me informed, kept things short and simple for me.

Posted by Hector | November 15, 2013

Tampa's Elite

Mr. Perez handled my case and did a phenomenal job. He was able to have my DUI reduced to a reckless and really put a lot of personal care and effort into it. I could tell he really was concerned with the outcome and what would happen to me as a result of it. I am so glad that I chose the Perez Firm ...to represent me! Thanks!

Posted by Aida | November 14, 2013

Great lawyer

I have referred Mr Perez to numerous members of my family and friends. He has dealt with all situations with the outmost professionalism. He is knowledgeable in every aspect of the law. I will keep referring him. Thank you for all the help you have provided me and everyone that I know Aida

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2013

Very Happy with the Representation!

Mr Perez filed a long Motion to Dismiss on my felony case. At first the judge was against it, but Mr Perez kept arguing with her until she finally granted the motion. He gave her caselaw papers and she was very impressed with this. He made an excellent presentation. The prosecuter tried to object ...but Mr Perez put him to shame. He did a way better job than any lawyer I ever had hired in the past - money well spent!

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Gerald Anthony Perez's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Souza

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Perez because he is a highly ethical lawyer with strong legal skills. Mr. Perez is respected by his fellow lawyers for his aggressive advocacy and his professional demeanor toward others."

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Joseph Dato

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Perez for over 20 years and he has an outstanding reputation in the community as a diligent advocate for his clients. He is thorough and aggressive in his representation."

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Nilo Sanchez

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gerald is an outstanding attorney who is well respected in the legal community. I had the pleasure of observing Gerald in a jury trial, and I can honestly state that his court room skills are excellent. Gerald is an extremely knowledgeable and ethical criminal law attorney. As such, I highly recommend Gerald for your legal needs."

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George Bedell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kim Seace

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nilo Sanchez

Family lawyer

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Joseph Dato

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Warshofsky

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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James Souza

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Wallace

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

1991

U. of Florida Trial Team Scholarship, Marks Conroy & Gibbs

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney at Law, The Perez Firm

1998 - 2002

Managing Partner, Taylor & Perez, PA

1993 - 1998

Prosecutor, Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office

1992 - 1993

Legal Intern, Stripling & McMichael, PA

1991 - 1991

Legal Intern, Resolution Trust Corp.

Associations

Hillsborough County Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Minor in Possession of Alcohol - case dismissed

Motion to Suppress granted; case dismissed.

Doctor found "Not Guilty" on Felony Battery

Not Guilty verdict

FBI Agent charged with DUI

Motion to Suppress breath of .178 - DUI reduced to reckless driving

CEO's White Collar Theft / Fraud cases Dismissed

Judge granted Mr Perez's Motions to Dismiss

"Not Guilty" verdict - cross-exam of victim shows lies

Not Guilty verdict

$89,000 cash wrongfully seized by Police, Bad Search Warrant

State civil forfeiture dismissed.

Shots Fired / SWAT team deployed: One year probation, with No conviction whatsoever

No conviction whatsoever

VOP & new drug charge dismissed after Motion

Case Dismissed. VOP dismissed.

Dog Fighting Ring - Case Dismissed, Illegal Search

Motion Granted, Case Dismissed.

TWO Cocaine Trafficking cases - probation only

Prison Avoided - probation only

Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon - No Prison & No Conviction

Felonies reduced to misdemeanors; no convictions

DUI case reduced despite 0.14 blow

DUI Reduced to Reckless

"Not Guilty" verdict - Self-Defense

"Not Guilty" verdict

Charges Avoided after Arrest

No charges filed

False Report of Crime - Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Battery case Dismissed - Castle Doctrine

Case dismissed upon Mr Perez's motion

Mr. Perez catches BIG error made by prior attorney and Judge

Hired for appeal - 30 year sentence reversed as an illegal sentence

Sheriff sued for improper conduct of Deputy

Appeal won - case settled for money damages

DUI dismissed after Motion to Suppress filed

Dismissed due to illegal stop.

DMV Hearing Officer's Ruling Reversed on Appeal

Driver's License suspention overturned. License reinstated.

Theft case dismissed despite client's written confession

Motion Filed, Case Dismissed

DUI with high blow reduced to Reckless Driving

DUI Reduced to Reckless

"Not Guilty" verdict on DV Battery

Not Guilty verdict

TPD Sued for Refusing to Return Firearms

Police scolded by Judge - Firearms returned

Executive found "Not Guilty" of DUI

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

Traffic Homicide Case Dropped - Prison Avoided

Homicide count dropped, no prison sentence

Company Sued after bringing false Criminal Case

Crininal Case Dismissed and Accuser Settled Civil Claim

Client found "Not Guilty" of Domestic Violence

Not Guilty Verdict

Drug Trafficking Case Dismissed

Entere Case Dismissed

$55,000 Cash Wrongfully Seized by Police (two appeals won)

Police lose forfeiture case to Mr Perez

Felony Domestic Violence Battery DISMISSED

Pre-Trial Motion Granted - Case Dismissed

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Education

1993

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2010

777 So. 2d 1017 (Fla. 2d DCA 2000) Curtis v. Sheriff Henderson

1999

779 So. 2d 300 (Fla. 2d DCA 1999) Ross v. State

1999

738 So. 2d 984 (Fla. 2d DCA 1999) Seymour v. State

1999

744 So. 2d 1155 (Fla. 2d DCA 1999) Bogdanowitz v. State

Languages

English

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