Barry Kevin Taracks

Barry Kevin Taracks

4.5
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 38 years

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

3210 West Cypress Street, Tampa, FL

About Barry

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1987

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Taracks & Associates

3210 West Cypress Street, Tampa, FL, 33607

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Barry Kevin Taracks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Carie | March 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

We have known Barry for over 20 years and have referred him to several people. Every referral and every client we know was extremely happy!! Barry is ethical and personable, but his best attribute is his courtroom knowledge!! He is sincere and understands the issues to manage the cases for the best o...utcome. Every courtroom is different and it is not easy handling multiple cases in multiple courtrooms, but Barry not only handles it, but he is excellent in every detail. His attention to detail is above and beyond, which makes Barry stand out among his peers.

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent!

Barry is a busy guy, but certainly gets the job done. He and his staff go above and beyond to guide you through whatever legal process you are facing. Moreover, he will work tirelessly to get you the best outcome and ensure you are properly represented. Definitely an effective and compassionat...e team!

Posted by Cynthia Cuebas | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gratitude for Attorney's Outstanding Work!

I am absolutely thrilled to write this positive review for the exceptional criminal defense attorney Barry Taracks, who represented my son, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the outstanding job they did (the attorney and his staff). From the moment we hired them, it was evident that we were in the... hands of a true professional. Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcome were truly remarkable. Throughout the entire process, the attorney demonstrated a deep understanding of the legal intricacies involved in my son's case. He meticulously reviewed the evidence, researched precedents, and developed a well-thought-out strategy. His attention to detail was remarkable, and it was clear that he was truly committed to achieving the best possible outcome. What truly stood out was Attorney Barry Taracks his genuine empathy, and compassion. He understood the stress and emotional toll that legal proceedings can take on families, and he consistently provided us with support and reassurance. This level of care went beyond what we expected, and it made an incredibly challenging time more manageable. In the end, thanks to the attorney's and his staff’s hard work and dedication, my son's case had a positive outcome that exceeded our expectations. I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Barry Taracks to anyone seeking a skilled, compassionate, and effective criminal defense representation. Their commitment to justice and their clients is truly remarkable, and we are forever grateful for their exceptional work. Thank you!

Posted by Thomas | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

No Representation

I am not entirely sure what to make of my experience with Barry Taracks. I hired Mr. Taracks back in April. I was promised he’d fight for me. It’s been 6-months and he laughed at me back in May when I asked him if this could last 3-4 months. He assured and reassured me that would not be the case… it’...s been 6-months. Mr. Taracks refused to take my calls in jail, or help get me out of jail. That is when a fellow inmate told me to call his lawyer who got me out of jail a few short days later. I was in jail for 19 days, nearly lost my trained Service Dog, and all my belongings, and Mr. Taracks and his firm ignored my calls and did nothing. Mr. Taracks has blown off our last three scheduled phone calls, and I learned from the firm currently representing me that Mr. Taracks didn’t even download the discovery in my case. All Mr. Taracks did was charge me thousands of dollars, try to get me to take a plea deal on a charge I’m not guilty on, and make my situation worse. I have worked with a lot of lawyers and my experience with Mr. Taracks defies logic, utter disregard for the one thing I hired him to do. I am now having to pay to reset depositions and for a new firm to do them. My new representation told me they have never seen an attorney not download discovery like Mr. Taracks failed to do in my case.

Posted by Nicholas | June 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Went above and beyond

Barry went above and beyond in September of 2017 for me and my partner with back to back DUI's within a month apart. He did the best resolution possible and never promised a result he didn't think he could achieve.

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Barry Kevin Taracks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shaheen Manshoory

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Taracks. He is an excellent attorney that takes his job very seriously and is always professional."

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Daniel Hartpence

Unknown lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Broadus

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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E.J. Hubbs

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Drew McCulloch

Unknown lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Syed Ahmed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Barry. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tori Kaufholz

Litigation lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James May

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dean Tsourakis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryce Fetter

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Sullivan

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I am familiar with Barry's work both as opposing counsel on matters from when I was a prosecutor and now as a fellow defense attorney. His reputation is of the highest caliber among the lawyers in the Tampa Bay criminal justice system and I would recommend his services without reservation."

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Matthew Dolman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are good criminal defense lawyers and then there is Barry. he is on hell of an attorney...."

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Frank Kerney

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Barry Taracks is one of the most knowledgeable and well respected attorneys I have had the pleasure of knowing. He embodies the term “advocate” both in and out of the court room and has the knowledge and experience necessary to fight for his clients in virtually any legal arena."

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Anthony Rickman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Octavio Gomez

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Roger Futerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barry is an excellent lawyer. I frequently consult with him. I have the utmost respect for his abilities as an attorney."

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Michael Broadus

Unknown lawyer

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Syed Ahmed

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dean Tsourakis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bryant Camareno

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Herron

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Frank Kerney

Unknown lawyer

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Octavio Gomez

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Phi Beta Kappa, Stetson University College of Law

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Owner, Taracks & Associates

1986 - 1989

Assistant State Attorney, Sixth Judicial Circuit Court

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI with Serious Bodily Injury

Reduced sentence. No Prison time.

Possession of Marijuana Dismissed

Case dismissed.

DUI Manslaughter

Charge Reduced

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Education

1986

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Florida State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Inns of Court (Tampa)

DUI

Publications

2010

Advocate for You The Advocate For You Blog

Languages

English

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