Philip Averbuck

PRO

Philip Averbuck

4.8
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bartow, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI

113 E Main St, Bartow, FL

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About Philip

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Motions to Suppress Bond Hearings, VOP's Burglary, Theft, Assualt & Battery DUI & Drug Cases All Felonies and Misdemeanors

31 years

50%
Family 30%

Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Divorce, Adoption

24 years

30%
DUI and DWI 10%

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 30 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1995

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Philip Averbuck, P.A.

113 E Main St, Bartow, FL, 33830-4617

philipaverbuck.com/

Philip Averbuck's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

79 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Scared but Saved

How do I begin? Well, I found myself looking for a lawyer after I was pulled over for a suspended driver's license.My license was suspended after a red light camera sighted me for running a red light. I never received notification in the mail, due to problems with my mail carrier. So, I never paid th...e ticket, and then Polk County proceeded to suspend my DL. When I was pulled over I advised the officer that I was not aware of the suspension and he believed me. BUT asked if he could search my vehicle. I asked the police officer why do you want to search my vehicle. He then asked again if he could search the vehicle. I said “NO”, there is no reason for you to search the vehicle, as I am not impaired. Next he called a K-9 unit and commenced to search anyways. The dog alerted the police officer, Oh and did I mention that my son was with me and we were eating Arby’s roast beef sandwiches in the car before the officer pulled us over. My son had a marijuana pipe that he shoved in the console of the car, and I had a prescription of Tramadol that was not in the prescription bottle. All of this was found in the search. I told the officer that the prescription was old and I did not have the bottle with me, and that everything they found was mine. I was arrested, booked, and locked in jail. By the way, Polk County has one of the nasty jails, and the police officer has the worst demeanor. After I was bailed out, I needed to find an attorney. Not just any attorney, but a good criminal attorney. I believe in God, and prayed very hard for him to lead me to the right attorney. Mr. Averbuck did an amazing job defending me. Mr. Averbuck kept me informed of every detail of my case. He called me and spoke with me personally and let me know what to expect each step of the way. Mr. Averbuck is very familiar with the process and all the players in the game. My Judge new Mr. Averbuck and said hello to him when we entered the court room. Mr. Averbuck filed a Motion to Suppress Evidence and subpoenaed the arresting officers to court. We never had to go that far as to hear the officer’s testimony as the prosecutor wanted to make a deal and not have to go to argument. My deal was a very good one and I left with a charge of having a prescription without my prescription (like the bottle or container that the med is supposed to be kept in.) Court lasted about 15 min. Mr. Averbuck is an amazing Lawyer and I am sure if we had to litigate, he would have prevailed. My opinion of his ethics, work, and reputation is that he is an upstanding, experienced attorney. You can relax knowing Phillip Averbuck is your attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

An attorney you can trust!

Mr. Averbuck is a really reliable attorney. I may encounter a serious problem for a pending case due to family reason. Then I found Mr. Averbuck. He is really really helpful: professional, with detailed advice, and am ready to be of help. Eventually Mr. Averbuck got the very nice result for my ca...se. I can move on with my life and I hope that will be the end of my nightmare for the almost most serious problem in my life. So, Mr. Averbuck knows exactly how to handle the case! If you need help, Mr. Averbuck should be THE ONE you can call.

Posted by Joan | June 02, 2014 | Criminal Defense

A VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ATTORNEY...

Mr. Averbuck, is an outstanding attorney he is very knowledgeable in law. When we contacted Mr. Averbuck about a criminal defense case he was very responsive on what he can do to with his know how on certain things that needed to be done. Mr. Averbuck has set out to do things with the case and has ...succeeded in every aspect. I would recommend Mr. Averbuck to everyone who needs an attorney. With out a doubt Mr. Averbuck is worth every penny. He has payment plans, and will keep you informed with your case, he has with ours. Mr. Averbuck treats us with total respect everytime we see him. Mr. Averbuck answers questions when you don't know what is going on. He will break it down to layman terms. . I am very pleased that we hired Mr. Averbuck and I will do it again if I ever need an attorney again. .

Posted by Howard | October 22, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Mr. Averbuck will leveraged the Law to Your Full Advantage

I consider myself fortunate to have picked Mr. Philip Averbuck to represent me. I received a reckless driving ticket in Florida earlier this year. Mr. Averbuck, explained what he could do and delivered more than I had expected. Because Mr. Averbuck knew the law inside and out, what other lawyers I ...talked with did not think of, he was able to get my ticket dismissed. I was very anxious about the predicament I got myself into, but Philip's humor and the courtesy, he and his assistant Carol showed helped as well. Mr. Averbuck showed friendliness, humor and results. You can’t beat that combination!

Posted by Ernie C. | April 19, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Criminal charges. Aggravated Assault w/deadly weapon, no intent to kill. Improper display/ exhibit of a concealed weapon.

Mr. Philip Averbuck had the felony charges that were against me dropped in no time. He then helped me w/the misdemeanor gun charge. We selected a jury, then had the trial the next day. Mr. Averbuck questioned the 3 people who were testifying against me. He cross examined them carefully and tactfully,... thereby establishing much doubt in the juror's minds. All the while being a gentleman in his questioning. He carefully brought up specific details as to what actually took place. Each one of the witnesses were discredited as to what they said. The jury was quickly convinced that these three people had no clue as to what happened. Their testimony was so conflicting with each other that the court employees were laughing. Mr. Averbuck was on a roll at this time. He gave me a feeling of confidence that I can't describe. After hearing their testimony, Mr. Averbuck called me to the witness stand. I was very nervous as I had never done this before ! He introduced me to the jury and then proceded to question me. I was allowed to give my whole side of the story. Mr. Averbuck got permission from the judge to allow me to show my serious medical condition to the court. At this point I was very secure in my own mind that things would work out. After about 10 or 15 minutes I was told I could then step down. My story was absorbed completely by the jury. At this point, the jury left the courtroom to go into deliberation. The judge and the court clerk stepped out of the court to take a short break. Within less than 10 minutes, the bailiff announced to the judge that a verdict was reached. As the judge stepped up to the bench, I heard him say, wow, that was fast ! Even the clerk said that it was fast ! I was so tense at this moment that you could hear my heart beat. The jury foreman announced, NOT GUILTY ! I almost passed out ! I was so relieved ! I thanked Mr. Averbuck and the jury and said God bless you ! If not for the expertise of Mr. Averbuck, only God knows what would have happened to me. I started to cry in relief. I thanked the judge and even shook his hand. I know that Mr. Averbuck was the right man for my case. No one in that court that day had ever seen a jury reach such a fast verdict. I think we set a new record w/my case that day. Mr. Averbuck has really lived up to his expectations. I would hire him again in a heartbeat ! His lovely secretary Carol was very courteous and helpful as well as assuring me that I had hired the right man. I took two different friends with me each time I went to see Mr. Averbuck, and they said they even approved of him 100%. They heard him speak and liked his approach to my situation. He even has a good sense of humor ! I am grateful to both Mr. Averbuck and Carol for their dedication to winning my case. It is one thing when your friends believe you are telling the truth, but when your attorney, the judge, and the jury believe you, that is the ultimate ! Thank you Mr. Averbuck and thank you Carol ! I know God put you two people in my life because he knew you could prove my innocence !

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William Gadd

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had the occasion to resolve a sensitive matter with Attorney Averbuck on the opposing side. His professionalism and candor was extraordinary in light of the nature of the situation. A true scholar and gentleman."

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Lee Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Averbuck is an excellent litigator and is very proficient in the rules of evidence and criminal procedure."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Averbuck Law

Associations

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Burglary--Life Felony

Not Guilty of Burglary and Grand Theft

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Education

1994

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

Spanish

English

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