Brian Lawrence Edwards

Brian Lawrence Edwards

4.1
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Myers, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime

2269 Main Street, Fort Myers, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

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Brian L. Edwards, Esq.

2269 Main Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901

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Brian Lawrence Edwards's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alexis | July 31, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Excellent DUI lawyer

Mr. Edwards was excellent! He represented me on my second DUI and got my charge reduced to a reckless driving. He was caring, committed, and swift. Mr. Edwards has excellent communication skills and always answered my questions and concerns quickly and efficiently. He knew how to best approach my sit...uation to get the best possible outcome. He has saved my career due to his relentless commitment. I highly recommend Mr. Edwards! He is a truly excellent person and lawyer!

Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2013 | Criminal Defense

A lawyer with HONESTY, knowledge, compassion and INFORMED.

I needed a lawyer to help me with a felony case, it was grand lar. and grand theft. I choose Brian because bedsides his Knowledge and experience, he cares you are not just a client..he makes you feel like your case is the top priority and he listens to you. He can be reached so easily anytime I had a... question he would be there to explain it. His knowledge is another fantastic plus. He worked for the state Attorneys office over 20 years thts not something every lawyer can claim with that kinda of representations my case was DISMISSED... There isn't a lawyer that has all the attribute that Mr Edwards has....pick the best pick Brian.

Posted by Tina | July 15, 2013 | Domestic Violence

THE BEST OF THE BEST

Wow, what a super person that really cares about people. He is also awesome in court. Today he knew when to throw the right hard ball. I highly recommend him. I am a victim of domestic violence and he represented me. I will call him from now on if I ever need legal assistance. If I could give 10 st...ars I would. He stood in for my lawyer who is on vacation.

Posted by George | February 14, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Brian Edwards ** Finally a lawyer who really cares"

I have had Brian Edwards represent me for the last 2 years and if it wasn’t for Brian I wouldn’t be able to write this review that he so willing deserves. When I was detained he kept both me and my family in the loop and worked out the most amazing deal that anyone can imagine. I have dealt with many... attorneys and none have been as forthcoming and caring as Brian. Please take time to consider him for you legal needs as I can assure you that you will be in the best of hands.hands

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Robert Foley

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to work with him while I was a prosecutor. He is ethical and hard working. He advocates very well for his clients."

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Christopher Crowley

White collar crime lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian and I worked together as prosecutors and he is very familiar with the criminal laws of Florida."

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Robert Foley

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Principal attorney, Brian L Edwards, Esq.

2001 - 2004

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

Education

N/A

University of Oklahoma College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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