Aaron J. Slavin

Aaron J. Slavin

4.8
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Clearwater, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +6 more

4707 140th Avenue North, Suite 211, Clearwater, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013
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About Aaron

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 22 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2003

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

Location

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

4707 140th Avenue North, Suite 211, Clearwater, FL, 33762-3836

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

Saint Petersburg, FL

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

Tampa, FL

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

New Port Richey, FL

Law Offices of Aaron J. Slavin

4707 140th Ave N., Suite 211, Clearwater, FL, 33762

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Aaron J. Slavin's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Domestic Violence

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2009 | Domestic Violence

Aaron Slavin is an Outstanding Attorney and Person

In Michigan, I located Aaron Slavin on the Internet in my frantic search for a lawyer in Florida to help with a Domestic Violence charge my nephew received while vacationing in Clearwater with his girlfriend. I interviewed Mr. Slavin on the phone and decided to hire him to represent my nephew. We cou...ld not have been more fortunate in our choice. Aaron Slavin proved not only to be a very competent lawyer, but also a compassionate and caring person. The overall rating allowed in this review is a Five, but he is a Ten!

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Aaron J. Slavin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bryce Fetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Regan

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"My firm uses Aaron Slavin for criminal matters on the West Coast. Like myself, Aaron is a former Prosecutor for the State of Florida. This training and experience allows Mr. Slavin to effectively represent his criminal defense clients (with an insider's knowledge). If you have been charged with, or are being investigated for, a criminal matter in the Greater Tampa Bay Area and the Southerly Counties, you should consult with Mr. Slavin. You won't regret it."

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Philip Schipani

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Mr. Slavin from attending law school at the University of Miami. Going back to then we were partners in a class assignment where he worked hard and had creative ideas. I am very proud of Mr. Slavin's accomplishments in the community and refer client's to him who are in the Tampa area. I have referred a friend of the family and would definitely count on his experience in Criminal Law."

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Dina Sheridan

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron is known for being an intelligent, aggressive attorney who turns over every stone for his client. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Nick Dorsten

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. A fantastic attorney who is not afraid to go to trial. Aaron is always up to date with case law and is known for outworking the opposition. I would have no qualms about recommending Aaron for ANY criminal matter."

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Tauna Bogle

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Aaron is a dedicated professional who gets results."

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Philippe Matthey

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have know and worked with Mr. Slavin for many years and have sat second chair to him on several misdemeanor and felony trials. He is always well prepared and delivers a well thought-out and elaborate argument. He is not afraid to use novel approaches to prove his case, often times with great success. I am confident that any cases I would refer to Mr. Slavin would be handled with the utmost professionalism and to the client's satisfaction."

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Michael Boyle

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Gail Conolly

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. While Aaron was still employed as a prosecutor with the State Attorney's Office I had the opportunity to work with him as opposing counsel on a vehicular homicide case. I found Aaron to be reasonable, compassionate and concerned with doing the right thing. These same attributes will serve him well when dealing with individuals who find themselves on the wrong side of the law. There is no better experience to prepare one for criminal defense work than previous employment as a prosecutor and Aaron was extremely thorough and meticulous in that position."

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Robert Bruce

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron was a very successful lawyer at the State Attorney's office. From what I know about his work ethic, he will provide invaluable representation to all of his clients."

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Marc Plotnick

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Aaron since my first days at the State Attorney's Office. As a fellow Assistant State Attorney, I witnessed firsthand Aaron's terrific attributes as an attorney. Not only is Aaron exceedingly intelligent, but he strives to always outwork his opponent. These qualities came to light best when I witnessed or worked on a trial with Aaron. Aaron's abilities as a trial attorney in the State Attorney's Office were second to none. Now, as a criminal defense attorney, he will bring those same attributes and qualities to ensure the highest quality of legal representation for his clients. "

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W. Werner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I had the opportunity to work with Aaron Slavin when we both first started practicing law and worked as a prosecutors for the State Attorney's Office, 6th Circuit, Florida. He and I were both fairly new to the profession at the time. I got an opportunity to work with Mr. Slavin on several difficult cases and can tell you it was a privilege. I can tell you that he left our office with a great reputation. I know of no prosecutor in the State Attorney's Office who does not hold Mr. Slavin in the highest regards. In my opinion, Mr.Slavin has the most important attributes of a good criminal lawyer--being well respected among his opponents, having a deep understanding of not only the law but of the issues of each case, and being honest."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Disbarment issued in FL, 2013

updated on 04/14/2013

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Florida Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Honors

2010

Finalist, Outstanding Business of the Year Award, St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce

2009

2009 Up & Comers Honoree, Tampa Bay Business Journal

2009

Leadership St. Pete (LSP) - Class of 2010, Leadership St. Pete (LSP) / St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce

2008

tbt* "Rising Star", Tampa Bay Times (tbt*)

2008

ADCAST Guest, AD2 Tampa Bay

2008

Nominee: "Leadership in Government" Award, St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Young Professionals

2006

Basic Gang Specialist Certification, Florida Gang Investigator's Association (FGIA)

2003

Removing Intoxicated Drivers - DUI Prosecution Award, Removing Intoxicated Drivers (R.I.D. Tampa Bay)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Slavin Law Firm, LLC

2006 - 2007

Adjunct Faculty / Instructor, St. Petersburg College

2003 - 2008

Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney, 6th Judicial Circuit of Florida

2002 - 2002

Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit of Florida

2001 - 2001

Certified Legal Intern, Office of the State Attorney, 15th Judicial Circuit

2000 - 2000

Law Clerk, Civil Litigation Division, Office of the Attorney General

Associations

2010 - Present

Make-A-Wish Foundation

Planning Committe

2009 - Present

St. Petersburg Young Professionals (SPYP)

MIX Chair

2008 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Clearwater Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce

Member

2008 - Present

The Board - Networking Professionals

Member

2008 - Present

Florida Bar Military Affairs Commitee

Member - "Operation Stand-By"

2006 - Present

Florida Gang Investigator's Association

Member

2003 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2003 - Present

Temple Beth-El

Member

2002 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1999 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

2009 - 2010

Mafia Motorsports Racing, LLC

Sponsor

2006 - 2008

Tampa Bay Area MAGTF (Multi-Agency Gang Task Force)

Member

2006 - 2008

United States Attorney's Office, Comprehensive Anti-Gang Initiative

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Florida v. Kevin D. Morin

Not Guilty

State of Florida v. Camille L. Harper

Not Guilty on Leaving the Scene of an Accident

State of Florida v. David Langley

Not Guilty

State of Florida v. Randall Burton Keith

NOT GUILTY on all 3 Counts

State of Florida v. Milton S. Harris

MISTRIAL on 3rd day of JURY TRIAL

State of Florida v. Joseph E. Eagen

GUILTY plea, SENTENCED to 124.65 months DOC prison

State of Florida v. William J. Truesdale

GUILTY as charged, Sentenced to LIFE in prison

State of Florida v. Men Sorn

Adj. Guilty, Sentenced to 35 years in prison

State of Florida v. Kenneth R. Tillery

GUILTY on 4 Counts, Sentenced to 7 years in prison

State of Florida v. Wayne A. Greene

GUILTY as charged, sentenced to LIFE in prison

State of Florida v. John Kelsey, Jr.

GUILTY as charged, sentenced to 40 years in prison

State of Florida v. Lenson R. Williams

GUILTY of Felony Battery & VOP = 46.25 yrs DOC

State of Florida v. Jerry Roberson

GUILTY as charged, sentenced to 20 years in prison

State v. J. James

Guilty

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Education

2002

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude

1999

University of Maryland, College Park

B.A.

1998

University of London, United Kingdom

1995

Ocean Township High School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2009

2008

"Gang Panel"

Criminal Street Gangs

2008

"Building the Case for Successful Prosecution"

Gang Investigations and Prosecutions

2007

Statewide Grand Jury

Florida Gangs

2007

Florida Bar's "Justice Teaching" Program

Constitutional Rights and the Criminal Justice System

2007

DUI and Mock Trial

DUI Prosecutions & Courtroom Demeanor and Testimony

2007

"Mock DUI Crash"

DUI Manslaughter

Publications

2011

Aspatore: "Inside the Minds" - Juvenile Criminal Defense Strategies "Defending the Juvenile Offender in the Age of Cell Phones and Computers: Is This a Child or an Adult?"

2010

St. Petersburg Crime Examiner Regularly Updated & Local Criminal Blog

2009

TampaBayCriminalDefenseLawyerBlog.com Tampa Bay Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

2002

University of Miami Business Law Review The "Las Vegas Loophole" and the Current Push in Congress Towards a Blanket Prohibition on Collegiate Sports Gambling

Languages

English

Activity

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