Michael C. Minardi

Michael C. Minardi

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Personal Injury ... +2 more

2534 W Curtis St., Tampa, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Member in Good Standing

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Michael Minardi, P.A.

2534 W Curtis St., Tampa, FL, 33614

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Michael C. Minardi's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Louis | November 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Not Just My Lawyer But Great Friend.

Michael Minardi went above and beyond, We faced the judge with him on our side with confidence that we were in good hands. Michael gave me the strength to go on. His knowledge of the law is incredible. his presence in the courtroom and the way he handles himself is what makes you realize you have hir...ed the best lawyer there is.

Posted by Jeffrey | June 21, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Medical Necessity Defense, For Medical Cannabis

I'm a patient not a criminal. I use medical cannabis and decided to choose it over the opiates my current Doctors wanted to prescribe. My home was robbed police were called. And I went to jail for trafficking once the police discovered my miracle medical cannabis garden ( 26 plants ) Attorney Minardi... stood by my side for eighteen months. 24 hours before trial, the State of Florida, County of Palm Beach Dismissed all charges !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This could not have been done with any other attorney !! Today I remain a free man, and continue to fight for the sick & disabled who would rather choose Medical Cannabis then then drugs that could have dangerous side effects. Thank you Attorney Minardi, Jeffrey

Posted by Delbert | June 21, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Michael Minardi - the best lawyer in Florida

As a resident of Columbia County, Michael drove over five hours one way to represent me. I was facing eleven years in jail for criminal charges, I was growing cannabis for personal medicinal use. Thanks to Michael's knowledge of the laws, and his outstanding communication skills, the state dismiss...ed charges.

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Michael C. Minardi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zachary Grimland

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is passionate about his work and a tireless advocate for his clients."

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Matthew Konecky

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael for many years. He is very knowledgeable about the law and is a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Shawn Gearhart

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lance Richard

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse and recommend this lawyer. I have known Michael for a few years and had him as co-counsel on a large racketeering case. He is an excellent lawyer, he is well versed in the law, and he is a true advocate for his client."

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Ryan Grazi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Michael, I have known him since law school and he has always been an outstanding legal mind. I have personally witnessed his ability to keep his clients interests in mind while advocating with intelligence, enginuity and attention to detail."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Michael Minardi, P.A.

Associations

2015 - Present

Sensible Florida, Inc. Political Action Committee

Chairman

2011 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Legal Director

2011 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Member

2010 - Present

The Silver Tour, Educating Seniors on Medical Cannabis

Board Member

2015 - 2017

CannaMoms

Board Member

2012 - 2013

I’m a Patient Not a Criminal

Board Member-Co-Founder

2002 - 2018

Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Florida v. Jesse Teplicki

Not Guilty

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Education

2002

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor Suma Cum Laude

1998

University of Rhode Island

Speaking Engagements

2016

Highs and Lows of Florida's Evolving Marijuana Laws Florida Cannabis Laws

2016

CannaPro Series Tampa New Trends in Cannabis

2016

CannaPro Series Miami Cannabis Ethics

2016

10th Annual National Clinical Conference on Therapeutics Developing Trends in Cannabis

2015

9th Annual National Clinical Conference on Therapeutics Necessity Defense/ Experts in Cannabis Cases

2014

Meet the Experts Conferences I-IV Florida Cananbis Regulation

Languages

English

Activity

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