Elton J. Gissendanner III

Criminal defense Attorney at Lake Placid, FL

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Criminal defense

60%

I defend against all criminal charges including trafficking, sexual battery, racketeering, white collar and homicide.

29 years, 600 cases
DUI and DWI

20%

In addition to full representation, I have a self-help program for first time offenders. Call for details.

29 years, 200 cases
Violent crime

10%
White collar crime

10%

Licensed for 28 years

State FL

Status Member in Good Standing

Acquired 1994

Updated 02/22/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Law Office of Elton J. Gissendanner, III

901 Hillcrest Ave

#905

Lake Placid, FL, 33852

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6 customer reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2015

Consultation Availability

I needed a document reviewed. Mr. Gissendanner was able to arrange his time to see me that same day. His opinion was very valuable to me. I believe any one needing service would be happy to know we have an attorney of his caliber in our small town.

Posted by Linda | August 30, 2015

Professionalism

I have met with Buddy about several issues. He has a wide range of knowledge and experience that anyone needing his services would benefit from. Should I need his legal services I would not hesitate to call him.

Posted by Kay | August 28, 2015

Buddy Gissendanner

We hired Buddy after paying another lawyer who did absolutely nothing over the course of a year to help my son. Buddy immediately had his warrant dropped (preventing him from going to jail) and set up a court date. He always kept us in the loop letting us know what was transpiring and why. At court the charges were settled by paying a fine. In the courtroom it was evident that Buddy is highly respected among his peers and the court staff. One word describes him ... Integrity. I highly recommend him!

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Posted by Casey | March 22, 2015

Fights Hard for Justice

I am a board certified criminal trial lawyer, a defense attorney, and former prosecutor who has worked on numerous cases in many felony and misdemeanor charges With Mr. Gissendanner. Buddy has been a fighter for justice in many cases that I have both watched and participated in as an attorney. His advocacy and compassion for his clients' situations are without parallel. Buddy Gissendanner will fight for you.

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Posted by Pete | March 17, 2015

My first choice.

Mr. Gissendanner is not only excellent in is field, he is also very thoughtful with respect towards all of his clients. Offers only the best advice and works diligently for you at all times.

Posted by anonymous | March 9, 2015

Lake County, FL

After an incident in Florida Mr. Gissendanner researched and handled my preliminary proceedings with little to no inconvenience or participation of me since I reside out-of-state. He was responsive, very informative, and honest & up-front of the potential outcome. As things progressed and due to certain circumstances he wasted no time to advise that an additional attorney needed to be brought into the case and was very honest as to reasoning. He sought additional counsel and handled with utmost professionalism and clarity bringing him up to speed with the case. His diligence and attention to detail was instrumental in a very desirable outcome to my case, which could have easily been very costly and career ending.

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AVVO RATING 8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

Senior Attorney
Florida Attorney General's Office
1997 - 1999

Lead Trial Attorney
State Attorney's Office
1994 - 1997

Education

Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993

University of South Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
1981

Legal Cases

Foreman v. State
Reversed

Associations

Highlands County Bar Association
Member
2016 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
President of Highlands Chapter
2016 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
2015 - Present

Highlands County Bar Association
Member
2015 - Present

US Northern District of Florida
Admitted to Practice
2012 - Present

Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted to Practice
2001 - Present

US Middle District of Florida
Admitted to Practice
1994 - Present

Tampa Crossroads, Inc.
President
2005 - 2007

Middle District of Florida
CJA Attorney
2001 - 2008

Guardian Ad Litem Guild, Inc.
Board Member
2000 - 2001

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America
1973

Attorney endorsements

Received (6)

Given (4)

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Christine Senne

Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Buddy understands Florida's criminal justice system inside and out. He has served the State of Florida in Assistant State Attorney and Public Defender roles, and he worked for the Office of the Attorney General prosecuting economic crimes. He is honest, direct, courteous, and a hard worker. Buddy is an outstanding criminal defense attorney, and Highlands County is lucky to have him serving clients here."

Daniel Payne

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Gissendanner is a seasoned veteran and top notch defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

Jennifer Powell

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Buddy is a great attorney. He works very hard for his clients."

Ronald Johnson

Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Buddy is a vey competent criminal defense lawye,r and has extensive experience in many courts."

Joseph Dato

Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have practiced with Buddy for over 20 years, first as a fellow prosecutor and later as a fellow criminal defense attorney. I have known him to be a very thorough and conscientious practitioner."

William Ebsary

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have tried cases with Mr. Gissendanner on a felony trial level. I have seen him win on an appeals level. I have opposed him during his career as a Prosecutor. I can assure you that in every role, he is of the highest caliber and therefore I strongly endorse Mr. Gissendanner."

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Daniel Payne

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Jennifer Powell

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