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Biography
Chris Hersem was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and then went on to Stetson University, College of Law, where he earned a Concentration in Advocacy. He has defended thousands of individuals charged with criminal and traffic related matters and has aggressively pursued civil actions for clients who were injured due to another person's negligent conduct. Chris works hard to get the best results for his clients and he welcomes the opportunity to speak with you about your case.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
34%
21 years
Criminal Defense
33%
21 years | 3,000 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
23%
21 years
Personal Injury
10%
18 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Awards
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2012
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Christopher Thomas Hersem
1550 W. Cleveland St., Suite 9, Tampa, FL, 33606
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1421 Court Street, Suite B, Clearwater, FL, 33756
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Practice Areas
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (108)
Criminal Defense (42)
Lawsuits & Disputes (30)
DUI & DWI (18)
Car Accidents (6)
Trucking Accident (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Credit Repair (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Insurance (1)
Litigation (1)
Motorcycle Accident (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Residential (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (180)
Recommendation (91)
Advocacy (72)
Communication Style (58)
Responsiveness (57)
Practice Area Knowledge (52)
Professionalism (46)
Cost of Services (34)
Trustworthiness (22)
Character & Conduct (21)
General Knowledge (21)
Compassion (10)
Punctuality (5)
Staff & Support (3)
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Showing 41 - 45 of 46 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Scott | April 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Chris is an absolute pro
I was referred to Chris through a mutual friend to help me out of a trespassing incident. Chris was very upfront with what all possible outcomes could be, what angles he was going to pursue, and what I needed to do on my end to make the best possible case for dismissal. From the time we started worki...
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Came through in the clutch
So low and behold, my minor registration/ having an out of state license situation was more of an issue than I anticipated. In true fashion, I waited until the last minute to research what sort of perdicament I was in. The first 2 attorney's I attempted to contact on a Monday morning had an answering...
Posted by Cesar | January 28, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Prompt, friendly, convenient and effective legal counsel. Highly recommended!
Highly recommended. I'm so glad I found him when I asked an acquaintance of mine to recommend an attorney. Chris has been on top of my 3 cases and I can say he delivers. No reservations whatsoever. Hire him now!
Posted by Brett | June 06, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
This attorney is awesome!!
This attorney is incredible. He made himself available to speak to me on numerous occassions and was extremely patient with my barrage of questions. He got my ticket dismissed by arguing the law properly and presented very well in court. I had heard he was good as he came highly recommended, but M...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2012 | DUI & DWI
EXCELLENT LAWYER
I was charged with a DUI as well as a posseion of marijuana charge earlier this year and just had my final court date. My possession charge was dropped entirely and my DUI (which I blew well over the legal limit) was reduced to a reckless driving. This was all thanks to Mr. Chris Hersem. He handled m...
Christopher Thomas Hersem's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is very knowledgeable in the law and experienced in court. He puts the needs of his clients first."
"Chris is well known in the legal community for his zealous advocacy and the ability to meet his client's expectations. He is competent, dedicated, and ethical as exemplified in the way he represents his clients and reflected by the success he has had over the years. Chris is a trusted colleague and a lawyer that I am happy to endorse."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Chris for many years. He is a great attorney and I gladly endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hersem is a talented attorney that I have personally referred clients to in the past and will continue to do so in the future. He is extremely diligent and works hard for his clients. If you are in the Tampa/St. Pete area and need a Criminal Defense/DUI Attorney, I highly recommend contacting Mr. Hersem."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a asset to our legal community. He understands the law, has trial experience and is great communicating with his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Top notch attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. He refuses to rest until he has explored every potential legal defense and has a strong reputation in the legal community. Extremely insightful and knowledgeable about the law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a very knowledgeable and dedicated legal advocate who consistently obtains outstanding results."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"Mr. Hersem is an excellent criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris Hersem and I were opposing counsel on a number of matters early on in our careers. He brings a high level of representation and professionalism in every case handles. I would not hesitate to recommend Chris Hersem to anyone seeking his services."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is always prepared and professional. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and is well respected by prosecutors, other defense lawyers, and the judges. Anyone who hires Chris will not be disappoined."
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Experience
Honors
2016
# 1 DUI/DWI Defense Lawyer, Tampa Bay Magazine
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Client's Choice - DUI Attorney, AVVO
2013
Top Contributor - DUI Attorney, AVVO
2013
Superior (Top 100) DUI Attorneys, NAFDD
2005
William F. Blews Pro Bono Award, Stetson University College of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner / Managing Member, Christopher T. Hersem, P.L.
2005 - 2008
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender's Office - 6th Judicial Circuit
Associations
2014 - Present
The National Trial LawyersMember
2013 - Present
NAFDDMember
2008 - Present
Pinellas County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Barney Masterson American Inn of CourtMember
2005 - Present
The American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. R.L.
Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. G.W.
Diversion Program
State v. J.J.
One Count Dismissed / One Count Reduced
State v. M.L.
Reduced to Simple Assault and Adjudication Withheld
State v. J.C.
Counts One and Two Reduced to Simple Possession - Diversion Program for all Counts.
Education
2005
Stetson University College of Law
Law
2001
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Interoffice Law Day
DUI - Overview of a First Charge
2014
Interoffice Law Day
Criminal Defense - How to Handle Police Contact
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Christopher earned significant contribution points in 2012.
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I have a Florida CDL. I ran a red light with camera? Will points be assessed because I’m a CDL holder even if I pay the notice?
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I gave a statement to the police which was considered domestic violence? I had taken my prescribed medication and don't recall t
15 Aug 2018
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I received notice of "Second Amended Felony Information" before my PTI Status Check. What could this mean for me?
18 Jun 2018