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Eduardo A. Suarez
- Tampa, FL
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About Eduardo
Dedication. Service. Integrity
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ED SUAREZ
Tampa, Florida
phone(813) 229-0040
fax(813) 229-0041
Ed Suarez has tried a wide range of cases in front of juries in the state and federal courts of Florida. He graduated from Florida State University, College of Law in 1987, where he was a member of the moot court team, mock trial team, and a recipient of the James Harold Thompson Scholarship. In 1988, he was admitted to the Florida state bar and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. He is also a member of the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.
Ed Suarez began his career as a prosecutor in Florida's 13th Judicial Circuit, prosecuting cases including fraud and other financial crimes, capital sexual battery, child abuse, and other serious felony offenses. Since 1991, Ed has concentrated his efforts on helping clients with criminal and personal injury matters in the Tampa Bay area.
Ed Suarez's professional associations include:
- President, Tampa Chapter, Federal Bar Association (2004-2005)
- President-Elect, Tampa Chapter, Federal Bar Association (2003)
- Chair, Criminal Law Section, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (1998-1999)
- Board of Directors, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (1997-1998)
- President, Trial Lawyers Section, Hillsborough County Bar Association (1999-2000)
- Chair, Criminal Law Section, Hillsborough County Bar Association (1998-1999)
- President, Hillsborough County Assn. of Criminal Defense Lawyers (1997-1998)
- Board of Directors, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (1997-1998)
Ed has received the highest rating (AV) given to lawyers by the prestigious Martindale-Hubble. He has also been named one of "Florida's Legal Elite" attorneys by Florida Trends Magazine and has been recognized as a "Leading American Attorney" by the American Research Corporation, an honor bestowed on only 8% of Florida's lawyers
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 40%
34 years
- White collar crime: 30%
34 years
- DUI and DWI: 15%
34 years
- Personal injury: 15%
Languages spoken
Spanish
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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 1988 | 03/28/2022 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
|---|---|---|
| Bubba Huerta Service Award | Hillsborough County Bar Association - Criminal Law Section | 2012 |
| Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers Guide | 2010 |
| Florida Legal Elites | Florida Trend Magazine | 2010 |
| Who's Who in the Law | Tampa Bay Business Journal | 2009 |
| James Kynes "In the Trenches" Award | Hillsborough County Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section | 2005 |
| Leading American Attorney | American Research Corporation | 2000 |
| AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 1994 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Firm Manager | Law Offices of Ed Suarez, P.A. | 2004 - Present |
| Managing Partner | Suarez & Wardell | 1997 - 2003 |
| Attorney | Lazzara & Paul | 1991 - 1997 |
| Prosecutor | Office of the State Attorney (Tampa) | 1987 - 1991 |
| Legislative Director (Chief Lobbyist) | Florida Students Association | 1983 - 1985 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Bar Association - Tampa Bay Chapter | Board Meneber | 2011 - Present |
| Herbert G. Goldburg Criminal Law American Inn of Court | Member | 2005 - Present |
| Federal Bar Association (Tampa Bay Chapter) | President | 2004 - 2005 |
| Hillsborough County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section | Chair | 2000 - 2001 |
| Hillsborough County Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section | President | 1999 - 2000 |
| Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers | Criminal Law Section, Chair | 1998 - 1999 |
| Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | President | 1997 - 1998 |
| Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Board of Directors | 1997 - 1998 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Suarezlaw Blog | Don’t Come Sniffin’ Around My Door | 2011 |
| Suarezlaw blog | Florida’s Drug Statute Declared Unconstitutional | 2011 |
| suarezlaw Blog | Anonymous Access to Court and Government Records Must be Preserved | 2011 |
| Suarezlaw Blog | A Basic Overview of Mortgage Fraud | 2011 |
| Suarezlaw blog | Tip of the Hat, Wag of the Finger | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Florida State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1987 |
| Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1983 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Sentecing Guidelines Conference | Moderator - Mortgage Fraud Panel | 2012 |
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Gus Centrone, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Gary Clendenin, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 5, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Pleasure to work with. We had contentious case that we were able to iron out thanks to Eddie's professionalism, creativity, and expertise.
Gus Centrone, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Gary Clendenin, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 5, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Pleasure to work with. We had contentious case that we were able to iron out thanks to Eddie's professionalism, creativity, and expertise.
Buddy Ford, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 27, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Eduardo is a superb Criminal Defense attorney and is highly respected throughout Tampa and The State of Florida. I would highly recommend him to anyone that is in need of a Criminal Defense attorney.
Leon Jones, Unknown Attorney on Mar 9, 2014
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I have known Eddie Suarez for over 20 years. He is a quality man and a quality attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Herbert Ellis, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 28, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Dean Tsourakis, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 17, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jorge Chalela, White collar crime Attorney on Feb 13, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mister Suarez is a leader in the legal community. He helps other lawyers understand the complicated intricacies of white collar federal criminal charges, and is a speaker at prestigious national federal seminars. He is a great person as well.
Andrew Jaffe, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 20, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
A pleasure to work with and a good lawyer who can be tough on the competition while keeping a kind heart for his clients.
Christian Lassen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 27, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer.
Bryant Camareno, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 13, 2010
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Mr. Suarez is an incredible human being and a magnificent lawyer. He has also been a mentor to many young attorney's in the area, including myself. He is a true gentleman and a learned scholar. He one attorney that I would turn to if I was ever in need of help. I endorse this lawyer's work.
James Souza, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ed Suarez is one of best lawyers in the State of Florida! He is highly respected and admired by his peers in the legal community. Ed has the ability to find a way to acheive success in cases that most lawyers would never take. He is highly personable and treats all people with respect and dignity. A true "Legal Eagle."
Richard Alexander, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 25, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Eduardo is a consumate professional and a gentleman.
Michael Misa, Federal crime Attorney on Dec 16, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. I have consulted with Ed on several complicated Federal matters and have found him to be one of a kind. Ed is caring and very honest with his clients. He conducts an in depth analysis of the case and provides quality representation. I am proud to have him as a colleague and friend.
Christina Castellano-Mesa, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Suarez is an outstanding attorney, diligent in defending his clients and thorough about his investigations. I have had cases against him as a former prosecutor and had great respect for him even then. You are well-represented if you allow him to handle your legal concerns.
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