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Jonah Kanter Dickstein
also known as Jonah Dickstein
About Jonah
Biography
Mr. Dickstein prides himself on “taking clients under his wing,” and providing reassuring and comforting, yet aggressive and proactive representation. He is a zealous advocate who cares deeply about his clients and stands ready to serve the needs of each one with passion, intensity, and determination.
Mr. Dickstein is a member of the Florida Bar and the California Bar and is licensed to practice in federal court in the Middle District of Florida, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. He began his courtroom legal practice as a Miami-Dade County Assistant State Attorney, reaching the level of prosecuting major felony crimes. From there, he proceeded to practice felony criminal defense, successfully defending thousands of DUI, Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, White Collar Crimes, Sex Crimes, and Homicide cases.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Appeals
25%
14 years | 500 cases
Sex Crime
15%
19 years | 300 cases
Violent Crime
15%
19 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 9 years
State: California
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 19 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Dickstein Law
100 Ashley Drive South, Suite 600, Tampa, FL, 33602
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Jonah Kanter Dickstein's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Very attentive
Always available and always listens to what you're trying to say. Focused on you
Posted by Shahetah | August 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney
The Best
At this point Jonah is family. Simple as that. He keeps me informed on everything about this case. I honestly don't know how i would have gotten thru it all without him. Thank you again and again
Posted by Joel | June 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very professional
Excellent work helped me with 2 cases did amazing work best of the best i highly recommend jonah very professional and gives you to you straight up .
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I would hire Jonah again
Jonah did a good job with my case. He was very responsive and made good strategy choices. I would hire him again.
Posted by Jennifer | November 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Jennifer
Jonah Dickstein represented me through the whole criminal process. He was always available to address my questions and concerns personally. His experience is apparent and he dealt with me in a straightforward manner (which I respect immensely). Mr Dickstein was able to get my charge dismissed!
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Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Best Lawyer, Expertise
Work Experience
2015 - 2018
Senior Staff Attorney, Florida Second District Court Of Appeal
2006 - 2008
Assistant State Attorney, Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office
Associations
2020 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CiAttorney Member
2020 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtAttorney Member
2019 - Present
First Amendment Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2019 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Middle District of FloridMember
2016 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Florida Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Federalist SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Aggravated Battery
Client Acquitted
Education
2006
Boston College Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Wesleyan University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Fall/Spring 2022 meeting - Tucson, Arizona
First Amendment Defenses to Child Abuse Research
Publications
2022
Cable TV and New Media Law & Finance
Sarasota County Senior Says Commencement Speech is Being 'Censored'
2022
Florida Defender (FACDL)
Unleash Defense Evidence With Limiting Instructions
2022
Florida Defender (FACDL)
Yes, You Should Know if Your Client is Guilty or Not!
2022
Hillsborough County Bar Association
The Ethics of Nonrefundable Legal Fees
2022
Hillsborough County Bar Association
United States V. 2LT Jack R. Robinson
2022
The Guardian (ACDLA Newsletter)
'What’s This About?’: Body-Cam Footage Shows Confusion as Florida Man Arrested For Voter Fraud
2021
Florida Defender (FACDL)
There Ought to be a Law: Common Law Defenses
2021
Florida Defender (FACDL)
Blood From a Stone: Modifying Probationary Restitution Obligations
Languages
English