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If you are currently dealing with local law enforcement and the local State Attorney’s Office, you need a local strategy for your fight. I was born and raised in Tampa. After spending 4 years at the University of Florida followed by 3 years at the Florida State College of Law, I moved back to Tampa- the only city I will ever call home.
I began my career with the Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office, prosecuting DUI’s, misdemeanors and felonies. In nearly 3 years with the State, I spent most of my time in court, practicing in front of a number of different judges. I prosecuted over 5,000 cases, argued over 300 motions and took more than 100 cases to trial.
Now, I am on your side.
I know the weaknesses of the State’s position. I know what officers overlook and I know what they will say to protect their arrest. I will challenge any officer who has violated your constitutional rights. And if the State refuses to make an acceptable offer on your case, I will go to trial for you. If you are currently searching for the right lawyer to defend your rights, put my local experience to work for you.
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19 Client Reviews
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Posted by Lior | December 28, 2025
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Follow up was promised but did not occur. Communication was unreliable Follow up was promised but did not occur.
Posted by Gabriel | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Gabriel and Vanessa Gonzalez
I contacted Brett Metcalf in regards to a legal issue I was having and he represented my wife and I in an extremely courteous manner. He handled everything amazingly and represented us better than I have even seen on TV! He trult made a scary experience easy for us. Thank you!!!
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend Working with Brett and Sam!!!
I was facing a less than favorable case. I prefer not to get into the details. But I will say that I could have been easily convicted. It was not going in my favor by any stretch of the law. After working with Brett Metcalf and his partner Sam Harden....they were able to get my case dismissed. I...
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2015 | DUI & DWI
If i could give Brett Metcalf 6 Stars I would
Brett Metcalf has 100% saved my life! I was arrested for a DUI one night in April. I recently moved to Tampa a few months before my arrest where i was starting a new life for myself. I am 23 so this was a big deal for me leaving home to start a new adventure living here. I had fallen asleep at the wh...
Posted by Chris Tucker | May 24, 2013 | Criminal Defense
I would hire him again
My Son has been to Prison once. He got out, and got right backk into trouble with drugs, and also has 2 drunk driving charges, with a violation of probation. He originally had a public defender, who said he must go back to Prison for 5 years. My Son pleaded with me to get him a real lawyer, so I as...
"I endorse this lawyer. Brett is extremely well-versed in his areas of expertise and in his command of the law."
"Brett's deep commitment to his community and high level of professionalism make him standout as an excellent choice for a litigator and advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Mr. Metcalf has a proven track record of successfully defending individuals accused of serious crimes in the Tampa Bay Area. Look no further. I endorse this attorney."
"Brett is very knowledgeable with Florida DUI law. As a former prosecutor, he was the prosecutor everyone turned to on the toughest motions and issues. As a defense attorney, Brett brings his knowledge working on the other side of the table and is a zealous advocate for his client. Always prepared and articulate, I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Mr. Metcalf at the State Attorney's office in Tampa, FL. Mr. Metcalf is a phenomenal attorney who works hard and zealously represents his client."
"I have known Brett since he worked as a prosecutor in the Hillsborough County State Attorney's office and my working relationship continues now that he opened his own criminal defense firm. Brett is an excellent, devoted, dependable lawyer that exudes passion in the defense of his clients."
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2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Top Lawyer - #1 in DUI Defense, Tampa Magazine
2014
Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
2013 Client's Choice Award, Avvo.com
2012 - Present
Attorney, Hillsborough Defense, P.A.
2009 - 2012
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office For 13th Judicial Circuit
2008 - 2009
Certified Legal Intern, State Attorney's Office, 2nd Judicial Circuit
2016 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionDirector, Board of Directors
2015 - 2016
Board of Directors - Hillsborough County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionParlimentarian
2014 - 2015
The National Trial LawyersTop 100
2014 - 2015
The National Trial LawyersTop 40 Under 40
2013 - 2015
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionEvents Committee
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
Found Not Guilty by jury.
Charges reduced to Disorderly Conduct, no jail, no probation
Reduced to Reckless Driving
Motion granted. Client is no longer a registered sex offender.
Dropped by State Attorney's Office
Reduced to Reckless Driving
Reduced to Reckless Driving
Dropped by State Attorney's Office
Dropped by State Attorney's Office
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BS
2017
2016
Fantasy Sports in Florida
English
Legal Answers
Are there any lawyers that do payment plans?
09 Dec 2015
Can you go to jail in Florida because of DUI? There was an accident with damage to property, but nobody got hurt.
13 Jul 2015
I am arrested with a sex crime, I have dozens and dozens of text messages proving I didnt do it? how can I print out to show
07 Apr 2015