Shelton Sorrels Bridges IV

Shelton Sorrels Bridges IV

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation

3690 W. Gandy Blvd., #458, Tampa, FL

About Shelton

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

I defend all types of criminal cases, from traffic tickets to homicide. I have years of experience in DUI, assault, battery, theft, burglary, robbery, kidnapping, sex crimes, child abuse, drug trafficking, VOPs, and the sale and possession of drugs.

60%
Litigation 20%

I handle general civil litigation, including but not limited to torts, breach of contract, and landlord-tenant disputes.

20%
Personal Injury 20%

I prosecute a variety of personal injury cases, including but not limited to car accidents, slip-and-falls, medical malpractice, and civil rights violations.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bridges Law Group, PLLC

3690 W. Gandy Blvd., #458, Tampa, FL, 33611-2608

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Shelton Sorrels Bridges IV's Reviews

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Posted by Karen | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Ms.

Shelton Bridges has represented my case using his knowledge ,skills ,and experience as a lawyer with excellence . He was able to be reached to answer any questions I may have had day or night. He is understanding , patient and down to earth. I am well pleased with his representation and would recomm...end him with a 5-star rating! Thank you Mr Shelton Bridges Karen S.

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Joel Elsea

Litigation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Shelton for many years. He is a skilled advocate who is the epitome of professionalism. Shelton is a straight shooter who truly cares about his clients."

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Sheldon McMullen

Litigation lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Shelton is a consummate professional who is very knowledgeable and courteous in his dealings with everyone. He is an experienced litigator who advocates hard for his clients. I highly recommend him as an attorney."

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Debra Bell

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Shelton for many years. Initially we were opponents when I was with the State Attorney's Office and he was with the Public Defender's Office. Later we were co-workers when he joined the State Attorney's Office. Shelton has always been thoroughly prepared when presenting a case to the court. He is willing to devote the time and attention necessary to further his clients' best interests."

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Eduardo Suarez

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Shelton for years. When he was a prosecutor we were on opposite sides of several cases and I found him to be well-prepared, and very fair. His experience as a prosecutor, defense lawyer and civil trial lawyer, makes him uniquely well-qualified to help his clients. Any client will be glad to have Shelton in his or her corner. I endorse this lawyer."

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Alyson Battaglia

Litigation lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked as opposing counsel with Shelton in a premises liability matter and I found him to be the pinnacle of professionalism. He was a strong advocate to his client and a good opponent to work with."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Bridges Law Group, PLLC

2012 - 2018

Attorney, Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

2006 - 2011

Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney

2000 - 2006

Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender

Associations

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

Education

1999

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1995

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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