Marc N. Pelletier

Marc N. Pelletier

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime, Violent Crime

9721 Executive Center Drive North, Suite #120, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Marc

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Russo Pelletier & Sullivan

9721 Executive Center Drive North, Suite #120, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33702-2470

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Marc N. Pelletier's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

79 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Jared | August 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thankful for Mr. Pelletier

After being told from my previous criminal defense lawyer, that he had moved to a different kind of practice, my heart dropped. He was the only person I've learned to trust. He couldn’t help me this time, and I needed help. Thankfully, my prior lawyer, very confidently recommended Mr. Marc Pelletier,... he highly stated his ability to help, and assured me he would do his best. That was enough for me, and now that everything is over I know for a fact that I was not deceived in any way shape or form by his suggestions. I was facing time and am able to complete my sentence at home. His accomplishment had allowed me opportunities I had given up hope on and thanks to what he has done I’m able to see my wife smile again. I am able to see my first son born! I am always going to feel I owe Mr. Pelletier for his representation as the money was not even close to the value of what Mr. Pelletier has helped me and my new family with. When all things looked hopeless Marc had pulled a miracle and now im able to be there for my family and continue doing the right thing. I will stongly suggest Mr. Pelletier to anyone facing a problem.

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Top Notch

Very impressed with Marc and his team, as they were transparent from beginning to end. He does not talk down to you, treats you like a person and lays out a detailed plan on how he can or can not help you. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an attorney with a wealth of knowledge and sound work et...hic.

Posted by Marilyn | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Traffic Citation Resolution

Marc exceeded my expectations. He is honest, ethical and gave options to ensure the proper course of action for me. I would highly recommend Marc to anyone who really wants the truth and someone who will fight for them when realistically possible.

Posted by Roger | October 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best human being and best lawyer ever

I was falsely accused of a very serious crime and am sitting in Starbucks typing this and not jail for one reason - Marc Pelletier. A little over a year ago I met a woman who was here on Visa visiting. I was hit by lightning from the moment I met her. She looked like a real life Barbie doll (b...londe / 6' tall / fake boobs) was worldly, interesting, cultured, sexy accent and cunning as a wolf. She rode sport bikes, was trained by former olympians in swimming, was a scuba diving expert, and was a general bad a. I fell madly in love. If you've never been in love I can't explain it. She explained to me she had dated millionaires and models and that I was probably not going to keep her happy. She had modeled for products and been in music videos you can find on youtube. She was a knockout. I respected her honesty and made the jump anyway. This girl took every dime I had. I even took out thousands of dollars in loans to pay her green card application fees after we married. I was loyal and turned down other women when no one would have found out. She had more red flags than a chinese army. I knew she was a bad girl when I met her and it wasn't my first rodeo so I figured I was prepared for whatever would happen with this Russian tiger. I was wrong. In addition to paying for everything she wanted to go out and drink and party 5 nights a week. Major problems at 2 months into the marriage. I caught her at the bar with a man from our dance class. I sat in a corner and video'd them drinking and laughing and cuddling up to each other. I told her to get her things and leave that we're done, but again I was in love with her and she ended up making some hot love to me and assuring me the man was just a friend. It was like that Bill Withers song this woman could keep on using me til she used me up. As our relationship continued things got worse. She had been sexually abused as a child as well as some hitting and neglect. The way this manifested itself was in numerous ways. She did not like to be touched, did not like sex and would even admit she had to drink to freely have sex with anyone. Im a good looking guy and have dated other beautiful women so I know it wasn't me. She also suffered from extreme anxiety and panic attacks. We argued about sex and money. In the US you have to have made a certain amount every year for the past 3 years for your immigrant wife to get a green card. Because of the mental problems she beat me up numerous times. I used makeup to hide black eyes and endured bites and claws that looked like they came from an animal. I had knives pulled on me. Things came to a head one night when she raised a golf club to me. She swung it and bruised my ribs. I thought she was going to kill me. To make a long story short she found a clause in the immigration code that allows an abused wife to get a green card. The beating me up sessions would now conclude with her telling her "potential witness" friends that I was abusing her. During one of these sessions where she bloodied my face with a coffee mug and put a rottweiler bite on my arm, I took a photo of the damage and sent it to the arab man that set us up. She saw this and thought she might go to jail or it might mess up her fake abuse story she was going to use to get a green card. She slashed her arm and called the cops doing her best acting "my husbands trying to kill me" and my world went to a deeper level of Dante's hell. I want to tell Marc Pelletier thank you so much. You saved my life. I had no blood on me, the evidence didn't match her story and I had set her off with the photos of her abusing me. Marc did the most awesome job of summarizing this in the investigation phase to the DA. He had me take a polygraph (I passed because I am innocent). They filed a no information result and did not bring charges. I was looking at up to 15 years, my word against a crazy womans. My life would be over without Marc.

Posted by Jeannine | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

He will work hard for you!

Attorney Pelletier is phenomenal! He kept me advised through out the whole case and delivered the results he said he would! This was a traffic case. He got the charge reduced and the fine lower than I anticipated. I never entered court once. He too care of everything. His staff is awesome too! If yo...u are looking for real results .....he is the one to hire!

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Marc N. Pelletier's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kris Parker

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the privilege of knowing Marc for many years, and I would strongly recommend him to represent anyone in a criminal matter. His professionalism, legal knowledge, and accessibility make him an excellent trial attorney who will get you the best results possible."

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Victoria Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Garmon

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I proudly give my endorsement and recommendation to Attorney Pelletier. I've worked with attorneys across the state of Florida and his professionalism and skill are top notch. I hope to work with him again in the future. If you need legal representation in the Saint Petersburg area you can safely place your trust in Attorney Pelletier."

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Michael Loberg

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Mr. Pelletier for many years. I have observed him many times in court and have always been impressed by his professionalism and dedication to his clients. Mr. Pelletier's knowledge of the law is second to none. Additionally, Mr. Pelletier has an outstanding reputation in the legal community. I have such confidence in Mr. Pelletier's abilities as an attorney that I sometimes seek him out for a second opinion when it come to complicated legal issues. I strongly 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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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Loren Pincus

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been able to observe Mr. Pelletier in action throughout my legal career. I have opposed him on cases when I was a prosecutor and worked alongside him now in private practice. I routinely consult him on complicated criminal defense/DUI matters. He is professional, knowledgeable and has a great reputation within the local legal community."

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Christopher Kaigle

Unknown lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zahra Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Marc Pelletier is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He is passionate about defending his clients rights. He is also highly intelligent & diligent about preparing for his cases. I would recommend Attorney Pelletier for any criminal case."

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James Jenkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Pelletier is one of the most prepared and knowledgable attorneys a client could have. His legal background coupled with his knowledge of the criminal justice system makes him a valuable asset to any client who needs legal counsel."

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Rex Blake

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marc Pelletier is a lawyer’s lawyer. He is a leader among his peers. Many lawyers turn to Marc to get answers to the most difficult legal questions. He has an enclopedic knowledge of the law and uses this vast knowledge with skill and advocacy to obtain the best possible results for his clients. Mr. Pelletier’s clients are lucky to have him on their side!"

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Gary Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Friend

"Marc and I worked together as prosecutors for a number of years in the Office of the State Attorney for the Twentieth Circuit. During that time I had the opportunity to witness Marc in action. Because of his inordinate trial skills and uncanny ability to handle complex issues he managed to successfully carry a caseloead intended for two to three prosecutors for months at a time. Additionally, during this time Marc distinguished himself in the area of DUI prosecution, being specifically brought in for cases where complicated attacks were being brought against the intoxilyzer. I have stayed friends with Marc since he left the prosecutor's, and now to regard him as one of the most skilled, intelligent and aggressive criminal defense attorneys I have ever met. I wholeheartedly endorse Marc Pelletier, and do not believe that a person in Pinnellas County could ask for a more talented, zealous advocate in their time of need."

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William Pontrello

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Since I have seen him in the Court Rooms he has always exhibited conscientious focus for his clients cause. He professional and an Asset to the legal community."

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William Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Marc Pelletier. Our law firm refers him clients for Criminal and DUI matters in St. Petersburg. I find Marc to be extremely smart, aggressive and willing to work extremely hard on behalf of his clients. He is astute and has a great grasp of legal concepts and is someone I have confidence to refer a matter to."

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William Tyson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Marc for several years. He is a diligent, hard working attorney. He strives to achieve the highest level of representation for each of his clients. I strongly recommend Marc Pelletier."

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Michael Vaughn

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is an outstanding attorney whose legal acumen is second to none. Marc is diligent, professional, and someone who can be counted on to advocate ferociously for his clients. His courtroom skills are superb. I highly recommend Marc for all areas of criminal defense."

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Marc Plotnick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is one of those attorneys who goes above and beyond his duties as an attorney. I truly believe that Marc strives not only to better his client in regards to a pending legal matter, but also wortks towards setting that client on the right path beyond his or her current legal issue. It is this commitment that makes Marc such an important asset to our legal community."

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Kris Parker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Victoria Jones

Wills and living wills lawyer

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Eric Garmon

General practice lawyer

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Michael Loberg

Family lawyer

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Christopher Kaigle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zahra Umansky

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Pontrello

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Best of St. Petersburg: Attorneys, US Local Business Association

2008

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers - Criminal Trial Practice, Martindale-Hubbell/LexisNexis

2003

Agency Service Award, State Attorney's Office, 20th Judicial Circuit

2002

Certified Intoxilyzer 5000 & 8000 Operator, Lake County Institute of Public Safety

2002

Certified to Conduct Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Russo Pelletier & Sullivan

2017 - 2018

Campaign Treasurer, Committee to Elect Doneene Loar Circuit Court Judge, Group 36

2015 - 2016

Campaign Treasurer, Committee to Elect Dora Komninos County Court Judge, Group 8

2004 - 2017

Attorney, Russo & Russo, P.A.

2003 - 2004

Onsite Advisor to Law Enforcement, DUI Checkpoints

2002 - 2004

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office, 20th Judicial Circuit

2000 - 2002

Teaching Fellow, Stetson University College of Law

Associations

2012 - Present

Florida Association of Drug Court Professionals

Member

2010 - 2011

Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

2004 - 2005

National College for DUI Defense

Member

Education

2004

National College for DUI Defense at Harvard Law School

Cert. of Achievement

2004

Advanced DUI Seminar - Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association

Cert. of Achievement

2002

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

2002

DUI Trial Advocacy School - Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association

Cert. of Achievement

1999

Virginia Commonwealth University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2019

Anatomy of a Criminal Trial

Preservation of Error

2011

Legal Research & Writing

Criminal Defense Practice

2010

NHTSA DUI Gold Standards Committee Meeting

New Developments in Florida DUI & Traffic Laws

2009

Public Defender Seminar

Drivers License Issues in DUI Cases

2009

Criminal Justice Forum

Criminal Procedure in Controlled Substance / Drug Cases, Violations of Probation

2008

Probation Sentences, Supervision, and Compliance

Florida Criminal Sentencing Issues

2007

Baynews 9 Report on Florida's DUI Laws

Florida DUI Laws

Publications

2010

Florida Association of Drug Court Professionals Newsletter Record Oxycodone Prosecutions in Pinellas County: How Did We Get Here?

Languages

English

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