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Acquired: 1994
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101 East Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 800, Tampa, FL, 33602
17 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Roman | January 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Trafficking/Firearm Felony Probation Case
John was by far the most understanding and confident lawyer I've spoken with he’s very confident in what he does and must i say he will get the job done i was facing ton of bumps in the road through my legal battles my case closed and i was sentenced to 4 years of probation i have got 2 probation vio...
Posted by Valerie | December 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
John A. Grant is an excellent attorney. He is dedicated to his craft and never settles for anything but the best. He vigorously fights for his clients. We recently were victims of a very unpleasant arrest under absurd circunstances and John was instrumental in working to have it all disappear. Ad...
Posted by Linda | November 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Mr.Grant represented me and went beyond the extra mile
Mr. Grant represented me in a Pasco County criminal court case and I am more than happy with the outcome and furthermore He recognized that I am on a fixed income and rather than have me travel from hillsborough County to Pasco ( which would of cost me 150 bucks Uber)... He appeared for me each court...
Posted by A.S. | November 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Recommendation from an Actual Client
I highly recommend John A. Grant III and the team at Escobar & Associates. HIRE THIS MAN AS YOUR ATTORNEY!! Hiring Escobar and Associates was the best choice we made during my whole ordeal. I am an actual client and here’s my story. I was WRONGLY accused of something I did not do. I was facing th...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceptional lawyer delivering great results
The first time I met John he made it a point to address me by my name. He genuinely got to know me as a person. He told me the end goal at our first meeting and he delivered big time. Up until I met John, I had never been in any trouble with the law. I was looking at 10 to 15 years due to a very unfo...
"I endorse John Grant because he is a highly skilled lawyer who is extremely devoted to his clients and whatever matter that he is working on. John has a very strong understanding of "right and wrong" and isn't afraid of standing up for his principles and beliefs. A lawyer in the truest sense of the word."
"John Grant is an exceptional trial lawyer, strategist, and understands client issues and what needs to be done to accomplish the client's goals. Whether it be litigation or a transaction, I would not hesitate (nor have I) to send a client to John, knowing that the case will be handled with skill and passion."
"John is committed to and passionate about serving his clients. He is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. He was a respected prosecutor prior to his private practice. He's active in his community and comes from a respected family that has a history of serving the public in local and regional politics. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend John to other attorneys or to prospective clients."
"I think that John is a caring, dedicated attorney. He is very experienced, and his a great firm with vast resources dedicated to helping his clients. I endorse John's work!!"
"His skills are commendable and he handles clients with care, concern and diplomacy. He understands that estate planning is not just death planning, but life planning as well. He offers his clients a unique program designed to keep their estate planning current. His firm is one of the leading estate planning firms in Tampa."
"John and I have worked together for over 15 years on various projects, cases, and community relations. In the area of criminal defense, his knowledge and experience are unsurpassed and I would recommend his services to anyone, including my personal friends or family, should it be necessary. When faced with criminal charges, you need someone who combines legal knowledge with practical experience, especially someone who is tried and tested in the courtroom. Additionally, John's character and integrity are at the top of the chart, which is an invaluable trait to have when you place your trust in them during the difficult time of facing criminal charges."
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1997
Meritorious Service Award, Stetson University College of Law
1993
Ralph Harris Ferrell Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, Stetson University College of Law
1993
Honored Membership, The Order of Barristers
1992
Overall Best Advocate, NACDL National Trial Competition, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2023 - Present
Trial Attorney, The Law Offices of Gabriel Fundora & Associates
2021 - 2023
Associate Attorney - Criminal Litigation, Escobar & Associates, P.A.
2015 - 2021
Homicide and Division Chief, Hillsborough County Public Defender's Office
2011 - 2015
Managing Partner, The Strategic Counsel Law Firm, P.L.
2007 - 2010
Managing Partner, Grant Law Group, P.L.
2005 - 2007
Partner, Tison and Grant, P.A.
2003 - 2005
Partner, Lorenzo, Tison, Grant and Nutter, P.A.
2001 - 2003
Managing Partner, The Law Offices of John Grant, P.L.
1993 - 2000
ASA - Felony Division Chief, Director of Trial Training, Hillsbrough County State Attorney's Office
2009 - 2010
C12 GroupMember
2008 - 2011
Hillsborough Association of Criminal Defense LawyersSecretary, Member of the Board of Directors
2008 - 2020
Lifework LeadershipMember
2004 - 2009
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
SAO dismissed Drug Trafficking other related offenses
Court granted Motion to Dismiss
Prosecutor agrees to not file charges
DUI and Suspended License charges dropped by prosecutor
SAO entered a Notice of Nolle Prosequi (dismissal of charges)
DNA Case - NOT GUILTY in trial by Jury
Sexual Battery allegation - The State Attorney's Office agreed to not file criminal charges
LIFE felony dismissed by prosecutor after we proved that the charges were fabricated by alleged Victim
Judgment of Acquittal
Not Guilty
1993
Juris Doctor
1990
Bachelor of Arts
2011
Can You Trust Your Trust
2011
Elder Law: 2011: Preserving Assets and Providing for the Loved One
2011
Direct Examination of a Lay Witness
2010
Changes in Wills Due to Changes in Life
2009
From the Courtroom Steps to the Verdict
Legal Answers
My ex-boyfriend is awaiting trial for violent felonies. Am I allowed to view the evidence?
21 Jun 2022
I posted bail for someone can I have it withdrawn or revoked?
14 Jun 2022
What to expect when violating felony pretrial diversion 1st time?
14 Jun 2022