Gregory L. Olney II

Gregory L. Olney II

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Clearwater, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

3001 Executive Drive, Suite 335, Clearwater, FL

About Gregory

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1983

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Location

Olney Law, P.A.

3001 Executive Drive, Suite 335, Clearwater, FL, 33762

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Gregory L. Olney II's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Domestic Violence

Posted by anonymous | December 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Excellent service

Mr. Olney has helped many family members of mine ranging from domestic violence to drug possesion charges. He communicated well, was able to get them the best outcomes possible and gave helpful advice. I highly recommend Mr. Olney as a criminal defense attorney.

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Gregory L. Olney II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Drach

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Skip is a highly respected criminal defense attorney in the state of Florida. He comes from an education and professional pedigree that is second to none and his experience ensures that his clients obtain the best results possible every time."

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Michael Loberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Olney for many years now. He is a highly respected lawyer in the community and known for his great results on cases both large and small. His relationship with the State Attorney's Office is excellent and his dedication to his clients is never in question. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Knapp

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is known for his aggressive representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Markus Sermons

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Olney takes time to deliver thoughtful, helpful answers to those seeking answers to legal questions. Knowledge and compassion are only a couple of the qualities that make him an amazing legal counselor. I endorse this attorney."

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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William Gwaltney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Other

"While I do not have the pleasure of knowing Mr. Olney personally, I have viewed many of his responses here on Avvo. He demonstrates the compassion for people that most lawyers should have but are seldom recognized for. His responses are thoughtful and caring and he is great representative of the legal community."

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Jonathan Adkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer based on his answers on AVVO. He exhibits great legal knowledge and an eye for facts."

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Francis Ciardi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A tireless warrior for the accused, 30 years practicing law and still has time to give back to the community of lawyers here on avvo & balance a daily case load. I enthusiastically endorse you and recommend you to all those clients lucky enough to cross your path. KUDOS"

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Melanie Malave

Unknown lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Henderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is rare to see such a highly experienced attorney as Mr. Olney dedicate precious time answering legal questions on AVVO. Such dedication to public service is something that we do not see very often in the legal community, particularly from experienced attorneys. This alone is indicative of the type of person Mr. Olney is and what his true character is. His answers are always spot on and very informative and I actually find myself learning. I highly endorse Mr. Olney."

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Nathaniel Wojan

Unknown lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Olney is a great attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Kilfin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Skip Olney for nearly fifteen years. From 2000-2006 I was a prosecutor in Pinellas county and was always highly impressed with Mr. Olney's encyclopedic knowledge of the law, courtroom demeanor, and professionalism. This is a person who truly cares about his clients and it really shows. After leaving the state attorney's office, I began practicing criminal defense. Mr. Olney has been a mentor to me for many years and I have learned much from him. I have known many skilled attorneys in both the Tampa Bay area and the metro Atlanta area and would stack Mr. Olney up against the very best of them. A zealous advocate, and truly a wonderful person; I highly endorse this attorney."

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Alberto Quirantes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Olney is the kind of lawyer that I refer to when I talk about the need for an aggressive, tireless, and zealous advocate for the rights of the accused. He is a well respected and hard-hitting criminal defense attorney who has a passion for what he does and I do not hesitate to endorse this lawyer and the outstanding work that he does for his clients here in Florida."

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Misty Fields

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is a dedicated and passionate attorney with a strong knowledge of the law."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping so many people."

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Michael Loberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin Drach

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer D'Angelo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Henderson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Francis Lee

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Donald Kilfin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alberto Quirantes

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

nation's top one percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Top Lawyers of Tampa, Lawyers.com

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rated AV Preemminent for Ten Years, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Tampa Bay's Top Lawyers, Tampa Bay Magazine

1998

Leading Florida Attorney -Criminal Defense, American Research Corporation

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Partner, Meros, Smith, Lazzara, and Olney, P.A.

1982 - 1986

Lead Trial Attorney, State Attorney's Office

1973 - 1980

President, Olney Farms, Inc.

1969 - 1973

Captain, United States Army

Associations

Clearwater Bar Association

Member

Florida Bar Association

Member

Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Pinellas County Criminal Defense Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

state v. smith

probation with no incarceration

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Education

1982

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1969

The Citadel

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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