Summer Rae Goldman

Summer Rae Goldman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

200 Central Avenue, Fourth Floor, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Summer

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

At Goldman Wetzel, we understand that right now you are going through a very stressful time in your life. That is why we are committed to providing not only aggressive representation, but also personalized client service. We know you have concerns regarding the possible loss of your license, civil liberties and cost of representation. We will promptly answer your questions regarding the possible outcomes and consequences of your particular situation.

22 years

30%
Sex Crime 30%

Sex crime convictions affect a person for life. Our team of sex crime defense attorneys understands how difficult this can be. Goldman Wetzel offers aggressive yet compassionate representation!

25 years

30%
Domestic Violence 15%

If you’ve been accused of or are facing domestic violence charges in Tampa Bay, retain our team of defense attorneys at Goldman Wetzel and we will begin working on your case immediately.

25 years

15%
Federal Crime 15%

Federal charges usually mean more treacherous case proceedings and harsher penalties. If you have been accused of a federal crime, let us start working on your case.

22 years

15%
DUI and DWI 10%

For a qualified, determined DUI defense attorney in St. Petersburg, Tampa, or Bradenton, call Goldman Wetzel.

25 years

10%

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 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Goldman Wetzel

200 Central Avenue, Fourth Floor, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701

Goldman Wetzel

1023 Manatee Avenue West, Suite 309, Bradenton, FL, 34205

Goldman Wetzel

3030 N. Rocky Point Drive, Suite 150, Tampa, FL, 33607

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Summer Rae Goldman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

69 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Tara | January 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense

The most amazing Summer

The first call my husband and I made to Summer Goldman was on a Friday night. She was out to dinner but still answered our call. As soon as I started talking with her I knew she was different. My family was being attacked and I was facing serious criminal charges. Her calming voice and immediate avai...lability were the only solace we had at that time. Our first meeting was Sunday morning. I immediately felt her compassion for me as a person not just as a client. Her advice throughout the entire case proved invaluable and in hindsight was always right. Her experience working as a former prosecutor meant she not only knew all persons involved but was respected by all of her peers. No matter how busy she was she was always available and responded to my questions promptly. I was innocent and she believed it from the start. I am happy to say because of her intelligence, compassion and tenacity, all charges were dropped. Choosing be to represented by Goldman and Wetzel was the best decision we ever made.

Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Attorney Summer Goldman: THE attorney who really listens, genuinely wants to help you, AND gets results!

Mrs. Goldman is a compassionate, hard-working attorney who I was most fortunate to have found in my time of need. Mrs. Goldman was my voice when I had none as I faced a possible Felony charge that could have resulted in my serving time in state prison. Mrs. Goldman’s timely intervention helped ...avert a more serious, disastrous outcome, and as such has protected my rights and my freedom by advising me on what I need to do to stay out of trouble. While there remains a few open issues that have been spawned by my criminal arrest, Mrs. Goldman continues to be attentive and responsive to these collateral damages from my criminal arrest, and continues to demonstrate her legal prowess through active participation in the many facets of my “legal grief”. Are you looking for THE attorney who really listens, genuinely wants to help you, AND gets results? Then look no further, Attorney Summer Goldman should be your attorney too.

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2012 | Domestic Violence

Amazing Defense

I was wrongfully accused of being a threat to a teenager of the family I married into. When sentenced the Injunction, my panic was relieved immediately after meeting with Summer. She listened, very carefully to my story. She cared. Then she began to nearly, teach me sections of the law that adhere to... my case. Then her presence in the court room was like nothing else! She impressed the Judge. She is amazing and never left me out in the dark. I never felt alone, and she was sensitive to my fragile state. I am so grateful for having met her!!

Posted by James | February 28, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Summer truly was there when I needed her the most

In the spring of 2011 I ran into some legal issues with the state of Florida concerning a DUI. I called Summer and asked if she would help me through it. She did everything for me from calming me down from the initial fears to getting me through the legal process. She is very professional and kind. S...ummer was always a phone call or email away from answering any questions I had and actually took the time to tell me when and how to handle the issues that would come up during the long process of a DUI conviction. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a lawyer.

Posted by WILLIAM | August 02, 2010 | Criminal Defense

MY LAWYER FOR LIFE!!

Ms. Goldman has handled several cases for my family and me over the years. Before utilizing her services we had previous experience with other attorneys in the Tampa Bay Area. This experience assisted us in our evaluation of the work Ms. Goldman performed on our behalf. Ms. Goldman made us aware o...f the best and worst case outcome of the cases at all times. We were never made empty promises. The only promise ever made was that we would get the attention we deserved and receive a thorough, hard fought defense. Not only did Ms. Goldman keep that promise, but delivered far above and beyond what we could have ever expected. Ms. Goldman is professional and courteous at all times. She manages the case very effectively and never goes into court unprepared. Sometimes walking into court is very scary but you have confidence appearing before a judge with Ms. Goldman by your side. Another thing that you rarely find in Ms. Goldman's profession is compassion. She understands the aspect of family and how criminal problems can affect not just the person charged with a crime, it can have lasting effects on all of their loved ones. Ms. Goldman truly cares about her clients and wants you to have a prosperous future after the mistakes we make are put behind us. There is no question who I would refer for Criminal Defense to any family, friends or associates in need of these services. I hope I never need a Criminal Defense attorney again but if I do, I recommend Ms. Goldman. Sometimes criminal charges can affect your lives forever and or many years to come. If I or my loved ones are ever in need again, I put my trust and future in the hands of Ms. Goldman. I know she will always provide an aggressive, strategic and thorough defense on our behalf.

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Summer Rae Goldman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Denmon

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Summer has an excellent reputation in the Tampa Bay legal community. I have seen her successfully defend clients in the courtroom on charges ranging from simple DUI to the most serious charges where life in prison is on the line. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Gallagher

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Summer is a top flight litigator and seasoned criminal defense attorney. She is sharp, diligent and an effective trial attorney. If I were ever have the need, I would call upon Summer to assist me."

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Tauna Bogle

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Attorney Goldman since 2001. Summer is an outstanding attorney. She is knowledgeable, smart and always prepared to represent her clients."

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Jonathan Feldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Saam Ghiaasiaan

Unknown lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An incredible advocate respected by peers and clients alike."

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Ronald Cook

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Goldman is a skilled and well respected member of the legal community. She is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of her clients"

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Randal Moore

Unknown lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community."

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Michael Satterwhite

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Calvin Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Summer is a great attorney and I have referred clients to her firm for assistance in Criminal Matters with great success."

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Zebulon Chandler

White collar crime lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott France

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Goldman is well respected both within her own legal community and here within the Avvo community. If you live in Florida and are in need of an outstanding criminal defense attorney, I strongly recommend attorney Goldman."

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Johnny Bardine

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Ms. Goldman and her partner Maribeth Wetzel to be equal parts great lawyers and good people. Ms. Wetzel advocates zealously for her clients, is knowledgable, and personable. I've referred her cases and would not hesitate to do so in the future."

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Nicholas Loncar

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Goldman is a dedicated, passionate criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jenna Finkelstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryce Fetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Dedicated Service, Brookwood Florida

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Five Years of Outstanding Service, Lawyers for Literacy

2004

Outstanding Service Award, Sixth Judicial Circuit State Attorney

2001

The William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law

2001

Honor Court Chief Justice Award, Stetson University College of Law

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Goldman Wetzel, PLLC

2004 - 2009

Attorney, The Fleming Law Group

2001 - 2004

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office - Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida

Associations

2011 - Present

Florida Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Brookwood Florida

Board Member

2004 - Present

Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

2001 - Present

The Florida Bar

Member

2001 - Present

Clearwater Bar Association

Officer

2001 - Present

United States Court for the Middle District of Florida

Attorney Member

1999 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2010

Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

2005 - 2011

Lawyers for literacy

Mentor

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Battery by Strangulation

Case dismissed

Agrravated Battery

Not Guilty Verdict

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Education

2001

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

The University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

People's Law School

How A Jury Trial Works

2010

At-Risk Youth Seminar

Avoiding the Criminal Justice System

2007

Law Enforcement Academy

Witness Preparation for Cross-Examination

Publications

Activity

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