Philip Averbuck

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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
2023 2022 2019
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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 11 - 15 of 15 reviews | Responsiveness

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 Charlene | December 06, 2013 | Criminal Defense

If your having trouble finding a good Lawyer, look no further, You found one right here!!!

I met Mr.Averbuck back in 2000 When He was assigned by the court to represent me....He was a Public Defender. Even today after 13 years I still talk about Him.,He is very honest & trustworthy, kept me informed, and always made me feel comfortable. Just recently I needed Him to represent me at my firs...t appearance.I called Him at the last minute.We talked about my situation, and monday morning He was there and at a reasonable rate too! I couldn't say enough nice things about Mr.Averbuck. You'd be missing out if you didn't atleast give him a try..: )

Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2013 | Criminal Defense

No offense is too small a crime in Polk County

I retianed Attorney Averbuck for a charge of failing to notify of change of address in 30 days( I got stopped while moving from one home to another)! I offered for Atty. Averbuck to negotiate a payment of ticket with no misdemeanor on my record. He said "You are not wrong.. I appreciate the offer.....But, I will fight this" He did his homework (really spent time on the case). Told me his strategy and he had scenarios a, b, and C (my offer to pay a ticket but no criminal offense). Final result... Case thrown out of court! This Attorney sets a new standard... And he is "Not too busy" to follow up.

Posted by Mary | November 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Do not use this Attorney

My husband was referred to this attorney by someone we know. His rates are way overpriced for the services he provided. My husband rarely was able to speak with him and he misled my husband to believe that he was in the Florida Diversion program when he was not. I had tp finally reach out to the Flor...ida Diversion program and get this process rolling. The only work he did was file my husband's plea and contacted the states attorney by email a couple of times for 2200.00. This is not acceptable and a compliant will be filed to the Florida Bar Association for excessive fees. My husband's case has now been resolved by the great professionals at the Florida Diversion Program. DO NOT USE THIS LAWYER!!!!

Posted by Janice | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Do not hire

Do not hire this attorney unless you want to pay out money for nothing! He cost me an arm and a leg to represent my son for sentencing. I could have saved the thousands of dollars because the outcome of the sentencing was the same as if we had no lawyer. He is horrible when it comes to communicati...on! He will not return calls!

Philip Averbuck

Replied last November 27, 2019

I am very sorry this case did not get a better result for your son. It is always an uphill battle to represent a client after they have been found guilty at jury trial and have a significant number of "sentencing points," but we try to do everything in our power to improve our chances with the judge at sentencing. I believe in this case we also filed a motion for judgment of acquittal notwithstanding the verdict, which may be useful for him in a potential appeal. I hope we can rebuild your confidence in us.

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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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Lee Cohen

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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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