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 31 - 35 of 39 reviews | Criminal Defense

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 | June 26, 2013 | Criminal Defense

He's the BEST OF THE BEST

My driver license is revoked for life for drinking and driving. I got caught driving and was facing a year and a day in the Polk County Jail. I decided to hire Mr. Philip Averbuck. I live over an hour away from Polk County and can't drive so I signed a waiver of appearance and let him handle it all. ...When I finally had to make an appearance in court, the state offered me 4 months in jail with fines and court cost. He didn't accept it. Approximately a month had passed and he called me to tell me he had gotten it reduced to no jail time, six months probation and 50 hours of community service but I'd have to come down there to do it. I was hoping I could get it all transferred up to here but I wasn't going to press the issue, but Averbuck knowing I didn't have a license or car, obviously worked on my case even more and when I went back to court for the sentencing, he got it knocked down to still no jail time, six months unsupervised probation that I can mail the payments in to them including early release after I pay off everything and able to buy out half of my community service and serve the other half up here where I live. I was extremely happy with this outcome. Not only is Mr. Averbuck a very friendly and likable person, He Likes To Win and he does!

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 Juliana russell | May 09, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Mr. AverBuck is a really great attorney.

Mr. AverBuck. He is a really awesome lawyer. I would hire him again. My husband had an felony charge of dog abuse n the dog wasn't even ours. We called the dog pound on it to pick it up n they said it was ours. N it wasn't. If it wasn't for mr. AverBuck n his main office worker carol we wouldn't know... what to do. We won our case against the SPCA. Bc they had nobody on their side. Thank you n God bless u mr. AverBuck n ms. Carol.

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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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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