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Roger David Futerman
About Roger
Biography
Please check out my website at . On my site you will see recent case outcomes, TV appearances, newspaper articles, jury verdicts and client testimonials. My cases have included a high profile murder acquittal that was featured on NBC dateline, a double DUI manslaughter acquittal covered on local news outlets, a Murder arrest/manslaughter charge and total acquittal featured on NBC and CNN. I have appeared as a frequent legal expert on News Channel 8 news, and have also been asked for my expert legal opinion on many other outlets including ABC local news, Fox 13 Tampa Bay "Ask a Lawyer" and Guest Speaker on 1250AM WHNZ "Rays Radio, as well as in the Saint Petersburg Times, and Tampa Tribune. I am Board Certified Nationally and by the Florida Bar in Criminal trial law, have been practising for over 20 years and run probably the largest Criminal Defense firm in the Tampa Bay area. I believe my record speaks for itself. thank you.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
28 years | 5,000 cases
DUI and DWI
45%
28 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Roger David Futerman
13620 49th St N Ste 201, Clearwater, FL, 337623705
Roger D. Futerman & Associates
3641 West Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33609
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Roger David Futerman's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 28 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Patrick | July 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tampa bays number 1 lawyer for sure
Roger Futerman is a amazing his strategies are onpont he pays attention to details all most like he puts his self in he's clients shoes for a second he's compassionate and when he hit the home run that brought me home he lit up like a kid at Christmas point blank money well spent ty again Mr futerman...
Posted by anonymous | July 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Unprofessional
I hired Mr. Roger Futerman as council for my criminal complaint case. I consulted over the phone and asked to meet Mr. Futerman for a personal consultation. Me indicated that there was no necessity by replying; why? Being as he had served me once before in the past to clear up an eronious court rep...
Roger Futerman
Replied last July 7, 2022Dear Sir, I am very sorry you feel this way. We were happy with the result in that you were not convicted of the case, and did not have to plead guilty. Feel free to call me and discuss further anytime.
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Roger Futerman is the best you can get!
Excellent Law Firm! Excellent communication and efficiency, Roger Futerman really knows how to treat his clients. He handled my case well and got me the best possible results. He was very patient and informative to talk to throughout my suit, he was also helpful and so very pleasant and was always av...
Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A true diamond in the rough
I was charged with DUI. Although the case against me was weak and circumstantial all other attorneys I consulted were talking about entering a plea. Roger said straight away that I have a case. Having been through a trial I knew I had no worries. Result was a no lo pros.
Posted by Eric | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Last minute blessing
I had an attorney already who was telling me there was nothing she could do but get me county time. I went to Roger the day before court and hired him to keep me from being incarcerated. He did exactly as he said he would do and kept me out of jail. Truly a blessing and if I am ever in need again he ...
Roger David Futerman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Roger. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have known Roger Futerman since the late 1990's. Throughout my several years as a prosecutor, Roger was one of a very small handful of criminal defense attorneys that could cause me to lose sleep. I tried dozens of cases as prosecutor and I can say without a doubt that Roger Futerman is the most skilled trial attorney I have ever crossed swords with. This guy IS the real deal."
"I had the pleasure of working on a very complex RICO case with Roger for over three years, and I was always impressed with his organization, preparedness and advocacy for his client. He is a true fighter deep in his heart and soul which greatly benefits his clients. I endorse Roger without hesitation and look forward to working with him again."
"Mr. Futerman is an exceptional attorney. I have been an attorney for 24 years and served as a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, law professor, and private attorney. However, even with all of that experience, I learn from his answers on Avvo each and every day. If you have the chance, hire him in an instant."
"I endorse attorney Roger David Futerman. Roger David Futerman is well respected criminal defense/ DUI / DWI attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal defense/ DUI / DWI attorney lawyer."
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"I have known Roger for many years. He is dedicated to defending his clients (free of judgement) and focuses on the preparation of his cases. He has an excellent record for trial results. Any person accused of a crime who is seeking an attorney that will investigate the defenses available and who wants an experienced and competent trial counsel should hire Roger. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Roger is an exceptional trial attorney"
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Experience
Honors
2017
Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
National Board Certification in Criminal Trial, National Board Trial Advocacy
2010
Who's Who Industry Recognition Award, National Register
2010
Certificate of Appreciation, American Diabetes Association
2010
Certificate of Appreciation, Easter Seals Disability Services
2009
Certificate of Appreciation, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
2003
Strathmore Who's Who Recognizing Achievement in the Profession, Strathmore
1997
Who's Who Among American Law Students, Who's Who Legal USA
1994
Achievement Award, Golden Key Nationa Honor Society
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Roger D. Futerman & Associates
1998 - 2000
Assistant State Prosecutor, Pinellas State Prosecutor
1994 - 1995
Paid Internship, Fulton County Public Defender's Office
1993 - 1994
Internship, Federal Defender Office- Georgia
1993 - 1994
Paid Internship, Henderson & Associates
Associations
2017 - Present
Florida BarBoard Certification
2015 - Present
American College of Board Certified AttorneysMember
2015 - Present
Martindale HubbellPreeminent AV Lawyer rated
2000 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Pinellas County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
A Board Certified Member of the National Board of Trial AdvocacyMemeber
2000 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Florida v. Z.T.
Charged with felony sexual battery on a 14 year old – Client received no sex offender offense, no sex offender conditions, a withhold of adjudication and probation
State of Florida v. D.S.
Client’s 2nd DUI – Received reckless driving
State of Florida v. J.R.
Client’s 9th arrest – Sale of cocaine – Received probation
State of Florida v. C.T. 10/17/11
Client’s 26th arrest – Charged with felony burglary – Received a misdemeanor trespassing charge and a fine
State of Florida v. J.D.
DUI – Case dismissed
State of Florida v. C.M.
Charged with sale of cocaine – Received probation with time served after scoring mandatory prison
State of Florida v. J.Z.
Charged with drug trafficking – Reduced from minimum mandatory prison sentence to county jail
State of Florida v. W.W.
DUI – nolle prossed
State of Florida v. C.W.
Charged with improper exhibition of a firearm – Charges dropped by State
State of Florida v. D.F.
Charged with burglary – No conviction and received probation
State of Florida v. K.W.
5th DUI – Received reckless driving and a fine
State of Florida v. A.M.
Felony DUI with serious injury, also violating probation – Probation terminated
State of Florida v. C.R.
Charged with felony battery on a police officer – Client received misdemeanor battery and probation
State of Florida v. S.D.
DUI – Dropped to careless driving
State of Florida v. M.H.
Charged with Federal Drug Trafficking, Government offered 13 years prison – Client received 4 years prison
State of Florida v. M.B.
6th driving with a suspended license – license reinstated
State of Florida v. L.B. 08/18/11
8th felony arrest for sale of controlled substance – Client received no conviction and probation
State of Florida v. S.B.
Violation of Probation on attempted murder – Probation reinstated
State of Florida v. J.M.
Charged with Aggravated battery and violation of probation – Client scored mandatory prison
State of Florida v. N.M.
Charged with lewd and lascivious behavior due to battery with a 14 year old – All charges dropped
State of Florida v. M.M.
Charged with 5 DUIs with serious injury, with a head-on collision driving the wrong way – All charges dropped due to the involuntary intoxication defense
State of Florida v. R.B.
DUI – client blew a .155 breath sample – Client acquitted at trial
State of Florida v. A.L.
Charged with felony domestic battery – All charges dropped
State of Florida v. L.D.
Charged with battery and criminal mischief – No charges filed by State
State of Florida v. G.P.
DUI – Case reduced to careless driving and a fine
State of Florida v. G.S.
DUI – Client found not guilty at trial within 10 minutes of jury deliberation
State of Florida v. D.S.
Charged with burglary, client was found not guilty at trial within 8 minutes of jury deliberation
State of Florida v. B.N.
Charged with robbery, aggravated battery with a firearm – State wanted 20 years prison, client received six months county jail
State of Florida v. T.B.
Charged with BUI – All charges dropped
State of Florida v. D.F.
Fraud investigations with the Federal Government, State and Department of Revenue – No charges filed
State of Florida v. A.L.
Charged with reckless driving – All charges dropped
State of Florida v. J.S.
Charged with obstruction, trespassing – After trial, all charges dropped
State of Florida v. C.B.
7th no valid driver’s license charge – Received fine
State of Florida v. C.V.
Charged with battery – Case dropped
State of Florida v. B.E.
Charged with sexual battery – All charges dropped
State of Florida v. I.H.
Charged with discharging a firearm in public – Scored mandatory prison – received probation
State of Florida v. B.S.
Sale of marijuana – Charge dropped
State of Florida v. J.V.
3rd DUI reduced to reckless driving
State of Florida v. G.G.
4th Violation of Probation, Client scored prison – received probation
State of Florida v. G.N.
Sale of Cocaine – Client scored mandatory prison - received probation
State of Florida v. K.K.
Charged with armed robbery – Client received probation
State of Florida v. D.K.
Sale of Cocaine – Case dropped by State
State of Florida v. E.W.
Domestic battery – Case dropped by State
State of Florida v. D.S.
Charged with Arson. Arson dropped to criminal mischief.
State of Florida v. G.P.
DUI – Case reduced to careless driving and a fine
please refer to my website
Education
1998
Georgia State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Tennessee
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Speaking Engagement
Juvenile Justice
2008
Lecture
Criminal Trials and Defense from Practicing Trial Lawyer
2008
Lecture
Criminal Trial Advocacy and Trial Practice
Publications
2011
The Champion magazine
Informal Opinion
2010
The Tampa Tribune
Abuse shapes girl sentence
2010
The Tampa Tribune
No jail in burning-bed case after "lifetime of abuse"
2009
The St.Petersburg Times
Will to live still alive
2009
The St.Petersburg Times
No jail in road rage beating
2008
The St.Petersburg Times
Man found not guilty in two deaths
2007
The St.Petersburg Times
Dog swindler gets 3years Probatiion
2007
The St.Petersburg Times
Not fit for trial, but then left to live alone
2007
The St.Petersburg Times
No jail for teacher in thefts
2005
The St.Petersburg Times
Widow wanted only justice
2004
The St.Petersburg Times
Man is acquitted of manslaughter in stabbing
2004
The St.Petersburg Times
Teen jailed 10 days for ruining image
2002
The St.Petersburg Times
Memo critical of officer's racial slur
Languages
English
Dutch
Activity
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Q&A
Can you b arrested if caught on camera shoplifting? If they didn't stop and search you before leaving store?
22 Sep 2015
Q&A
Can I go to jail for hitting someone?
16 Sep 2015
Q&A
How can i find out how many criminal points i have
28 Jul 2009