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Jeff Council Paulk
also known as Jeff Paulk
About Jeff
Biography
For more than 20 years, when people have gotten in trouble in Tampa, they've turned to Attorney Jeff Paulk. An experienced criminal defense attorney, Mr. Paulk has resolved more than 4,500 criminal cases, including 150 non-jury trials and 35 jury trials. Admitted to representing the accused in both Florida and federal courts, he co-founded the law office of Thomas & Paulk, P.A. in 2001 to provide the people of Tampa with reliable criminal defense. Mr. Paulk leverages his strong relationships with the judges, clerks, and officers of the Tampa justice system to get powerful results for his clients, which he developed from his time as a prosecutor and State Attorney's liaison to law enforcement. Few defense lawyers can match Mr. Paulk's experience, knowledge of the local courts, and genuine desire to protect his clients from prosecution. Thanks to us, thousands of people have been acquitted, had their cases dismissed, or received reduced penalties throughout Florida.
- Raised in Ruskin, Florida
- Son of retired Air Force Major General and Former Hillsborough County Commissioner John R. Paulk
- Graduated from Stetson University 1995
- Graduated with Juris Doctorate degree from Stetson College of Law, with honors 1998
- Certified legal intern with the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office
- Admitted to the Florida Bar 1998
- Supervising attorney handling DUI, traffic and misdemeanor cases
- Graduated from Florida Prosecuting Attorney's DUI school & Advanced DUI School
- Felony Prosecutor 13th Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County
- Served as State Attorney's Office liaison to Law Enforcement
- Admitted to the Federal Bar 2001
- Founding Partner of Thomas & Paulk, P.A. 2001-present
- Handled in excess of 4,500 criminal cases, 150 non-jury trials and over 35 jury trials.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
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28 years | 4,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Thomas & Paulk, P.A.
217 N. Howard Ave, Suite 100, Tampa, FL, 33606-1519
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Jeff Council Paulk's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Top Notch Professional
Jeff was courteous, professional and took time to listen to the specifics of my case from the very start. He and Connie from their team always returned calls promptly, and kept me apprised of the latest developments as the case progressed. He worked diligently on my behalf and got results. Can't say ...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Best in Tampa.
Very patient and kind. For someone (me) not knowing anything about the legal system and procedures, he was very knowledgeable. Even when I would call numerous times and ask the same questions, he and the office staff were always professional and comforting. Highly recommended. I'm very happy with th...
Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2013
Jeff Paulk awesome attorney!
Mr. Jeff Paulk helped my sister and I to have an old case thrown out very easily! We have not resided in the state of Florida for many years and had a warrant for a case that he was able to handle for a minimal price. I highly recommend Jeff Paulk as an attorney! Definitely worth the money and he is ...
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2012
THE Best Attorney in Hillsborough County!!
I was arrested and charged with a felony. Mr. Paulk had the charges reduced to a misdemeanor during bond court and I was ROR'ed, and then eventually dismissed altogether...note, I did not say charges were dropped, case dismissed! I could sit here and type accolade after accolade and it still would no...
Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2011
Forever Grateful!
Thanks to attorney Jeff C Paulk I was able to get back to my loved ones and my community. I was involved in a criminal offense that could have become a nightmare. Although I am not from Florida and he was referred to me; he was straight forward from the beginning keeping me informed of all possible o...
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"I have known Jeff for over ten years. We were assigned to the same courtroom when he was a prosecutor and I was an assistant public defender back in 2000-2001; and we tried many cases against each other. Jeff is an excellent attorney who has strong trial skills, common sense, and a good relationship with the prosecutors at the State Attorney's Office. I strongly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have work with Jeff Paulk as both a prosecutor and as co-counsil on some of the most serious criminal cases in Florida. He is an excellent attorney and strong advocate for his clients. If I needed an attorney, I would not hesitate to call on Jeff."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Graduate, Florida Prosecuting Attorney's DUI school
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Graduate, Florida Advanced Prosecuting Attorney's DUI School
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Partner, Thomas & Paulk, P.A.
1998 - 2001
Assistant State Attorney, Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office
Associations
1998 - Present
Florida Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
Battery Domestic Violence
Case not filed by State Attorney
Education
1998
Stetson University College of Law
Juris Doctorate
1995
Stetson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame
History and Career of Maj. Gen. John R. Paulk, U.S.A.F.
Publications
2010
Thomas & Paulk
Tampa Criminal Defense Blog
Languages
English
Activity
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