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Jeff Council Paulk

Criminal defense Attorney at Tampa, FL

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also known as Jeff Paulk

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  • Licensed for 25 years
    State FL
    Acquired 1998
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ARRESTED? THE ATTORNEYS AT THOMAS & PAULK, P.A. ARE ON CALL AND READY TO HELP. 813-321-4592

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.

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Thomas & Paulk, P.A.
217 N. Howard Ave
Suite 100
Tampa, FL, 33606-1519

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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 outcomes. But thanks to his hard work and dedication I got a second chance.
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
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 enough good things about this attorney. Highly recommend Jeff to anyone looking for sharp, compassionate and dedicated counsel.
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Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
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 the outcome of my case.
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 right on top of his game!
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 not do justice to the professionalism and knowledge this attorney brings to the table.
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  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Thomas & Paulk, P.A.
  • 2001 - Present
  • Assistant State Attorney
  • Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office
  • 1998 - 2001

Education

  • Stetson University College of Law
  • Juris Doctorate
  • 1998
  • Stetson University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1995

Legal Cases

  • Battery Domestic Violence
  • Case not filed by State Attorney

Associations

  • Florida Bar
  • 1998 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Graduate
  • Florida Prosecuting Attorney's DUI school
  • 2018
  • Graduate
  • Florida Advanced Prosecuting Attorney's DUI School
  • N/A
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • N/A

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Attorney endorsements

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Given (21)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff know criminal law inside and out. I have known him for many years."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 09
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Jeff. He is a zealous advocate for his clients, and gets the job done. Period."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Jeff. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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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