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 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Kind, helpful and attentive beyond words

Summer Goldman was a wonderful lawyer and helped quite literally save my life. Miss Goldmans expert advise, attentive work, experience and help she committed to me and my potential case saved me and ultimately gave me the best case scenario for everyone involved. While I cannot give direct details it... was an accused sex crime and she committed to talking to detectives, prosecutors and all other parties to keep me well informed and safe from harm. I really can’t say it enough but I have the utmost respect and trust in summer Goldman and I believe she is a very compassionate and diligent lawyer which is hard to find nowadays.

Posted by Amber | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent work

I turned to Summer Goldman because of the good reviews. She was very quick to reply back. Not only did she go above and beyond in every situation, she got my charge dropped. Highly recommended, good, kind and professional attention, excellent knowledge and experience, she helped me with my case with ...a fast and effective process, she always made me feel trust, confident and secure about the procees to follow in the correct resolution for my situation, I feel very satisfied with her work, I hope I never do, but if I'm in need of legal council in the future, I'll definitely be contacting Summer Goldman.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A lawyer that knows the law.

Summer knew what to say during our hearing. She knew the law and was able to bring out the evidence needed to prove our case. The questions she asked, the way she presented her evidence, was perfect. Her summation was on point and convincing. Furthermore, she was able to put us at ease to the poi...nt, win or lose, we knew we did everything the law allow us to and left it to the judge to make his ruling which was in our favor.

Posted by Doug | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A Rockstar of the Legal World

Earlier this year I received the shock of my life when I opened up a letter from the Department of State. I was expecting to see my brand new passport, which I had renewed several times before, but instead I received notification that my application had been denied because I had a nearly 20 year old... warrant out for my arrest in Florida. I had not lived in Florida for many years, and for some bizarre reason the warrant never came up, and I had no idea it even existed. This was really disturbing for me, as not only were the charges completely false, this legal matter was seriously hampering my livelihood, which, in part depends on international travel. I had no idea what to do or who to turn to, and after doing some research I came upon Summer Goldman, at the Law Offices of Goldman Wetzel. Let's just say it was my instinct, which I always trust, but I just knew Summer Goldman was the lawyer who could help, and I was completely correct. Right from the beginning communication was easy with Summer, and her entire team. I actually got through to Summer right away, and she clearly answered all my questions which gave me confidence that she was highly competent, and my case was important to her and that I would not be put on the back burner. Every time I had a question, or needed a clarification, Summer and her team were always prompt and clear about what I needed to understand. An overzealous prosecutor dragged out my case far longer than was necessary, with delay after delay, which was a really horrible thing to go through (the not knowing what is going to happen part), but Summer really went the extra mile to bring a favorable resolution to my case. In fact, it's not an exaggeration to say that Summer worked some kind of magic with a very bogged down legal system full of red tape. She knew exactly who to talk to, and what common sense arguments to make to resolve my case. I believe the prosecuting attorney even called her a 'miracle worker', with his head sunk in defeat, which I have to admit was a very satisfying moment for both Summer and I. Perhaps the prosecuting attorney was just doing due diligence to his job, but he was really barking up the wrong tree on this case, and Summer was able to bring some sensibility and reason to the entire issue. So, as I type this today, I just got the green light to re-apply for my passport, and I am excited to move on with my life and put this whole experience behind me. If you need some legal help I highly recommend Summer Goldman, and the entire staff at Goldman Wetzel. They resolved my case without it going to trial, and I consider them rock stars of the legal world. Thank you for doing an amazing job!

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best

Highly recommend you hire Summer. You want someone who knows how to play the game. As a former prosecutor in Florida, Summer is your best chance at beating any charges. Do yourself a favor and don't talk to the police and only talk to Summer in any legal related matter. I would hire her again in... a heartbeat.

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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

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"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

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"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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