Jeffrey Lawrence Thomas

Jeffrey Lawrence Thomas

also known as Jeff Thomas

3.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

217 N. Howard Ave, Ste. 100, Tampa, FL

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

Contact our Tampa criminal defense lawyer if you have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony, contact our Tampa criminal defense attorney at 813-321-7323 for a free consultation.

36 years | 3,500 cases

90%
DUI and DWI 9%

Our Tampa DUI attorney can assist you after you have been arrested for a DUI. If you have been charged with driving while being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please contact our law firm immediately.

36 years | 500 cases

9%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 1%

If you have received a traffic ticket, contact our Tampa traffic offense lawyer for a free consultation.

36 years | 2,000 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Thomas & Paulk, P.A.

217 N. Howard Ave, Ste. 100, Tampa, FL, 33606-1519

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Jeffrey Lawrence Thomas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Linda | March 25, 2021

Very professional

Highly recommended. He is always very responsive, great human being and an excellent lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Misconduct

Mr Thomas represented my ex wife in her criminal case in which she was arrested for battery. Jeff called me twice making light of domestic violence and harassing me. He started asking me personal questions about my personal life when he was only to speak of the criminal case. He then intimidated me... by threatening to file some absurd action. He has been reported for his misconduct, harassments and intimidation to the Florida Bar.

Posted by Michael | September 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The only choice for your attorney needs

I hired Mr. Thomas to help me with a Marchman Act filed against me. This was filed against me to get me into involuntary residential treatment, though I was already in voluntary treatment at a lower level. I would have been perfectly content if we could have kept my lower level of care with the Ma...rchman Act enforced. Mr. Thomas was able to get the entire case dismissed. If you know anything about Marchman Acts, they never get dismissed and are always enforced. I am amazed by Mr. Thomas's savvy and approach in court. He was always available to answer my questions and kept me up to date on all details. In my opinion, Mr. Thomas is the only choice in Tampa for any Criminal defense, DUI and DWI, Speeding,traffic ticket, or family law needs. I give him my highest recommendation. Thanks again Jeff!

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Promises never kept after getting my money.

Jeff told me that my case is easy to be dismissed before getting my money. After he got the money, he changed his words and start to state that its hard to be dismissed and I have to accept a deal to plea guilty and lower the charges. Which I did and I regret it now. During my case, he never called m...e for any update, even no update for court date. he waved my right for speedy trial without calling me or explaining to me what is that. Definitely don't recommend him.

Posted by Alene | March 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Satisfied

Very competent attorney. He listened , he told me exactly what the cost was and he really cared about my problem. Very caring and efficient staff. He eas always available to answer my calls .

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Jeff Paulk

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Jeff Thomas for over 10 years and his results speak for themselves. I would recommend that anyone looking for a criminal lawyer take the time to speak with Jeff Thomas. Jeff Thomas only handles criminal cases and he has the experience to help your case as former prosecutor at the State Attorney's Office in Hillsborough County."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Graduate, Florida Prosecuting Attorney’s DUI School

N/A

Graduate, Florida Prosecuting Attorney’s Prosecution School

N/A

Graduate, Florida Prosecuting Attorney’s Evidence School

Work Experience

1997 - 1999

Felony Prosecutor, 13th Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County

Associations

National Association of Criminal Lawyers (NACDL)

Sample of Legal Cases

Robbery Charge

Dismissed

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Education

1997

Stetson University College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1993

University of Florida

Languages

English

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