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Branden Michael Vicari
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Biography
Branden Vicari focuses his practice on education law and criminal defense. A former felony prosecutor for the 7th Judicial Circuit of Florida, Mr. Vicari has extensive criminal law experience and uses his first-hand knowledge of the judicial system to help defend his clients in every stage of prosecution.
Mr. Vicari represents clients in the defense of the following charges:
1. DUI
2. Drug Possession
3. Fleeing and Eluding
4. Battery/Violent Crimes
5. Trespass
6. Theft/Fraud
7. Assault
8. Disorderly Conduct
9. Violations of Probation
Mr. Vicari will aggressively advocate on your behalf. Free Consultations.
Branden Vicari, P.A.
29605 US Highway 19 N.
Clearwater, FL 33761
Phone:
Fax:
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Education
75%
14 years
Criminal Defense
25%
16 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Herdman & Vicari, P.A.
29605 US Highway 19 N., Suite 110, Clearwater, FL, 33761
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Posted by Mathew | September 08, 2014
Vastly Superior Performance
Mr. Vicari is a true professional in every sense of the word. I have never had such an effective advocate in my professional life. He responded to my questions in a consistently prompt manner, as well as anticipated them and informed me before I even had a chance to ask him. He is certainly one of th...
Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Simply the Best!!
If you ever need a criminal lawyer, Mr. Vicari is the attorney to call!! He provided me the best counsel anyone can ask for. He truly believed in my defense and got my criminal charge dismissed completely. He is simply the best. Thanks a million!!
Posted by Kevin | August 07, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great choice
My son received two traffic violations while in Florida. Since we live in NY, we needed representation for the court appearance. Brandon did an excellent job keeping us informed. He was able to get the violations dismissed. The cost was reasonable. His staff was very helpful. Nicky was great fro...
Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wanted to be kept informed
Mr. Vicari represented me. While he seemed eager, I was not able to get prompt, or at times, any response from him when trying to have questions answered regarding the disposition of my case. Perhaps more years of experience will help this young man.
Posted by David | June 17, 2014
Excellent Choice
Mr. Vicari was undeniably professional, personable, and oh so very kind while representing me! It was a pleasure working with him and I would highly recommend him to anyone in the future! You will be making an excellent choice!
Branden Michael Vicari's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Branden. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hard working and thoughtful, considerate and personable. Good trial skils and well prepared. l'd say those are good reasons to endorse an attorney and this is in my humble opinion is what counts and why i endorse Branden."
"I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Vicari when he was an Assistant State Attorney in Daytona Beach, FL.. During his time as both a misdemeanor and felony prosecutor we had dozens of cases together. I always found him to be very professional, knowledgeable, and well respected in the legal community. I am confident he has taken the valuable experience he gained in his time as a Prosecutor and is using it to represent clients in criminal defense cases in the Clearwater area. I highly recommend Mr. Vicari."
"I met Mr. Vicari during his days as an Assistant State Attorney and was impressed from the beginning. Mr. Vacari has an excellent knowledge of the law and a skill set most lawyers his age have yet to develop. Whether in a courtroom or at the negotiation table, Mr. Vicari is a true professional and I strongly endorse him as a criminal defense attorney."
"I worked with Brandon when he was an Assistant State Attorney in Volusia County. He is a knowledgeable attorney who is very comfortable in the court room. I have brainstormed with him on several criminal defense issues and his analysis has always proven to be helpful. I fully recommend using Brandon for any criminal defense issue."
"Mr. Vicari and I met when he was a State Attorney. I have tried cases against him; he brings considerably charisma and dedication to his presentation and is very effective. I was thrilled to welcome him to the "other side" representing people accused of crimes. Mr. Vicari has enough experience at the State Attorney's Office to know how to present his clients defense in a palatable way and enough court room experience to win at trial. I endorse him."
"Mr. Vicari is an exceptional attorney, well-versed in the area of criminal defense. I had the pleasure of working with him at the State Attorney's Office in Daytona Beach and was extremely impressed with his character and work ethic. Mr. Vicari is a skilled advocate. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking the services of a criminal defense attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Dean Scholar, Florida Coastal School of Law
2008
Highest Grade- Criminal Procedure, Florida Coastal School of Law
2007
Cum Laude, University of South Florida
2007
Dean Scholar, University of South Florida
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Herdman & Sakellarides, P.A.
2010 - 2013
Prosecuting Attorney, 7th Circuit State Attorneys Office
2009 - 2010
Judicial Clerk, U.S. District Court Middle District Florida
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Martindale HubbleMember
2014 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Pinellas County chapter)Member
2014 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Defender NetMember
2013 - Present
Florida Education AssociationAttorney
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAdmitted
2010 - Present
Florida BarMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionAttorney Member
2011 - 2013
Florida TSRPAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Florida v. GS
All Charges Dismissed
State of Florida v. SK
All Charges Dismissed
Pam Stewart, as Commissioner of Education v. C.G.
Charges dismissed
D.T. v. Hillsborough County School Board
Charges Dismissed
State of Florida v. S.A.
All Charges Dropped
Miami-Dade County School Board v. M.B.
Not Guilty
State of Florida v. M.F.
All Charges Dropped
State of Florida v. B.C.
All Charges Dropped
Polk County School Board v. SB
SB's employment reinstated and awarded back pay and full benefits.
Patricia Tobin v. Employment Compensation Board of Review
Employment Compensation Granted
Education
2010
Florida Coastal School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of South Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
State Attorney's Office
Criminal Law Weekly Review
2012
DUI Officer Training Seminar
Criminal Law
Publications
2010
Mississippi Law Journal
A State of Rightlessness: The Egregious Case of North Korea
Languages
English