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Edward Martin Panzica
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Biography
Edward Panzica is committed to applying his nearly three decades of experience and training as a criminal defense lawyer into effective, aggressive, and affordable legal representation for all his clients.
Since entering private practice in 1992, Edward Panzica has appeared as lead counsel in a variety of criminal and civil litigation matters, including family law and commercial litigation. His practice currently concentrates on criminal law, as well as dependency law, juvenile law and termination of parental rights cases, and concentrates his practice in Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough counties.
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Licensed in Florida for 38 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Edward M. Panzica, PA
1601 East Bay Drive, Suite 2, Largo, FL, 33771-5616
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Edward Martin Panzica's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Sally | August 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Smart and effective
I hired Mr. Panzica to handle two cases for my daughter, He was able to get one dismissed and the other reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, and was able to keep everything off her record. I was particularly impressed with the relationship he had with the district attorneys and the judges, who de...
Posted by Robert | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Robert
I was referred to Ed Panzica by a friend who raved about him. Ed is known as a criminal lawyer, but I had him handle a delicate family matter. My issue was urgent and time sensitive. He managed to get me a successful result faster than I could have imagine. Ed negotiated very effectively, he acte...
Edward Martin Panzica's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Ed wholeheartedly. He is an excellent attorney to have on your side. He knows the law and will fight for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has been in practice for over 25 years. Tried many cases. He is someone I would recommend."
"Mr. Panzica is as good a criminal defense and dependency lawyer as you could ask for. Knowledgeable, intelligent, and a zealous advocate."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2016 - Present
President, Edward M. Panzica, PA
1998 - 2003
Attorney, Hillsborough County Public Defender
1994 - 2006
Principal, Law offices of Edward M. Panzica
Associations
1995 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
St. Petersburg Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
1989 - Present
United States District Court Middle District of FloridaMember
1987 - Present
Florida Barmember
1988 - 1994
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v Freitas
Not Guilty
State v Sherman
Not Guilty
State v Denson
Not Guilty
State v Rivers
Not Guilty
State v Shackleford
Not Guilty
In the Interest of A.V. (child)
Petition Denied, Father's Rights retained
State v Arnao
Not Guilty
State V Gunn
Not Guilty
Education
1987
Stetson University
J.D.
1984
University of Massachusetts
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2006
Psychosocial Evaluations
Psychosocial Evaluations
1992
Annual Public Defender Conference
Lawyers as Actors
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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