Michael P Maddux

Michael P Maddux

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense

2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

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Michael P. Maddux, P.A.

2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL, 33606-1722

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Michael P Maddux's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Posted by Tom | April 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Distinctive. Altruistic. Compassionate. Disciplined. Unpretentious. Skillfully Assertive.

Michael and his team brought to my civil case something often lacking in this industry... righteousness. His heart behind justice self-evidently declares deep moral conviction to doing the right thing. He possesses very high respect for the law paralleled with deep understanding of the brokenness o...f the legal system. The firm's actions - on and off the court - consistently display a commitment to the truth. At each juncture of my case, Michael was fully honest, present, engaged, and committed to his client's bottom-line. His words and actions were well-aligned. I give my greatest endorsement to this law firm and to any agency they recommend.

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Delivers results

I worked with Mr Maddux many years ago. He garnered a favorable outcome in my case and continues to follow up with helpful input to this day.

Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest!

Michael and his team are honest lawyers. He guided me through two cases and stuck by my side. He never left me in the dark and always answered my questions ASAP. He even gave me his personal cell phone number. I want to thank him and his team for helping me through a really hard time. He worked hard ...and was honest every step of the way. I can not thank him enough for taking my case. Michael and his team changed my life for the better and I will forever be in their debt. I hope to repay him back one day and offer him help. Thank you again Michael and his team.

Posted by Mike | January 5, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

False advertisement

I am the first to agree that my civil rights case is not a multi-million dollar police brutality case. However, it is an open and shut case in which the officer arrested me in my home without a warrant and charged me with a felony without probable cause. The State Attorney immediately dropped the c...ase. I have been fired from my job and cannot get hired because of the felony arrest record. I contacted Maddux office. 2 months later, my phone call was finally returned, they requested more info. A month after that they declined to take my case because there's no money in it for them. Read this review and then read their advertisements. They do not care about the client, only the money.

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible, genuinely caring person and excellent advocate to represent you.

I can't say enough good things about Michael. He helped me through what was certainly one of the worst times of my life. He was honest, caring, non-judgmental and realistic. Aside from his skills as a criminal defense attorney, he is one of the most genuine, caring persons I have ever met. He fought ...very hard and advocated for me with the federal prosecutor. We agreed after much consideration to a plea and he proffered an excellent plea agreement. He guided me through cooperation with the Federal agents. My outcome could not have been better as I received 2 years probation, no fines and no restitution. I will forever be indebted to him as I rebuild my life and career.

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Michael P Maddux's Lawyer Endorsements

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O. Byrd

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is well qualified attorney who truly cares about his clients. I make many direct referrals to him for Criminal Defense and Civil Rights matters."

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Jhenerr Hines

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael is an exemplary attorney and a passionate advocate for his clients. He is a shining example of what being a lawyer is truly about. As someone who has seen his work up-close, I endorse him without reservations."

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Ryan Cappy

Civil rights lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent lawyer who is trusted in the community for his hard work and trial experiencing."

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Adam Fernandez

Unknown lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Older

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike Maddux is fantastic at his area of practice. He knows how to handle difficult issues and get great results for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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James Souza

Litigation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael Mattox without any hesitation. His clients are truly some of the best represented people in the Tampa Bay area. Michael is a highly skilled legal advocate who brings incredible skill and a fearless approach to the courtroom. A smart, highly principled lawyer who is extremely well respected by his fellow lawyers. People searching for an excellent lawyer should call Michael Mattox."

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Kevin Slattery

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As an immigration attorney in the Tampa, FL area, I have had need in the past of a skilled criminal defense attorney to help my clients who, as a result of certain criminal charges, were facing potential negative immigration consequences. I recall on one occasion Attorney Maddux helping my immigration client to have his conviction vacated and then having the case dismissed. This was essential to my client's deportation case being terminated, which it was."

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Charles McAleer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I can fully endorse Michael -- he is an excellent attorney that cares about his clients. You cannot do better."

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Christian Posada

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Hackworth

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael is a zealous advocate for his clients. He brings consistency, passion and a unique approach to the courtroom for his clients. I endorse and recommend him."

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William Ebsary

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on dozens of cases with Michael on a felony trial level in both State and Federal Court. I was a colleague of his as a Prosecutor. I can assure you that in every role, he is a compelling attorney and would not hesitate to have Mr. Maddux on my team. His support team is without parallel and his state of the art facilities support the massive onslaught that his opponents face when Mr. Maddux steps into court."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Bubba Huerta Award, Hillsborough Bar Association

1999

Board Certification in Criminal Trial, Board Certification

Work Experience

1995 - 1997

Assistant Statewide Prosecutor, Attorney General's Office, Florida

1992 - 1995

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney, 13th Judicial Circuit

Associations

2010 - Present

National Police Accountability Project

Member

2008 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board member

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1997 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

Education

1992

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Speaking Engagements

2014

Annual Seminar

Civil Rights Violations for the Criminal Practitioner

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