Christopher W Crowley

Christopher W Crowley

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Myers, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Arbitration ... +5 more

1415 Dean Street, Fort Myers, FL

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

Former State prosecutor and JAG prosecutor. Over 15 years experience handling criminal law cases, either as a prosecutor or defense counsel.

26 years

35%
Arbitration 10%

Florida Qualified Arbitrator and FINRA Arbitrator.

15 years

10%
Mediation 10%

Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit, Family, County, Dependency & Appellate Mediator. Federal Mediator for the Middle District of Florida

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing - Disciplinary Proceeding Pending

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Crowley Law

1415 Dean Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901

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Christopher W Crowley's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | May 03, 2016 | Criminal Defense

Great advice on criminal issue

I knew this guy was a lawyer and an officer in the military. I was so grateful that he was able to help me get out of a criminal charge after I was wrongfully arrested. Great negotiator. Knows his stuff. Honest.

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Christopher W Crowley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Juan Mercado

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Crowley is a brilliant criminal defense attorney. He's an aggressive advocate, and never stops fighting for his clients. He knows everything there is to know about criminal law. He has extensive experience in criminal law, and he's a great trial attorney. I would recommend Mr. Crowley to anyone who is facing criminal charges."

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Mary Cosmo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Crowley has extensive knowledge in the area of criminal law. He is very professional. I would recommend this attorney for anyone in need of an experienced criminal law attorney."

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Daniel Endrizal

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris Crowley is one of the very best criminal defense lawyers in Florida. He knows the Court system and is one of the best trial attorneys in Southwest Florida."

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Tiffany Pereira

Unknown lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Crowley is an extremely professional attorney to work with who genuinely cares for his clients. I absolutely recommend him for all of the services he offers."

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Daniel Cavanaugh

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris and I worked together in Lee and Hendry county as prosecutors. Chris is very knowledgeable, tenacious and hard working."

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Hollis Crowley

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen McGuire

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is an excellent attorney, and an all-around great guy. I often rely on his wealth of knowledge and experience in matters of criminal law."

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Stacy Sherman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Chris as a fellow attorney in our community for several years. He is a diligent and zealous advocate for his clients. Chris is an asset to our legal community."

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Robert Mobley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. One of the best criminal litigators in Florida. If you are charged with a crime, you definitely should hire this attorney."

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John Zaleskie

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Chris Crowley for 17 years. I have worked with him numerous times, primarily when he was a Florida Prosecutor. He is passionate about his work, goes 100% and has many excellent results. He is not one to candy-coat a situation. He is always prepared and fully aware of the strengths and weaknesses of a case and explains those in a way that everyone can understand. I fully endorse Chris Crowley -- he is definitely one to have on your side."

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John Crowley

Arbitration lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Jeffcoat

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris knows the law, knows how the judicial system works, and knows how to win on the merits. He provides a confident and commanding presence inside and outside of the courtroom."

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Nikki Uri

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher Crowley is a dedicated attorney, who is very experienced in Criminal Law and Appellate Law. He works tirelessly to defend the rights of others. Christopher Crowley is a proud member of the National Guard and has traveled the World, to serve our country. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Certified Mediator - Circuit/Family/Appellate, Florida Supreme Court

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top Lawyer, Naples Illustrated

2013

Legal Elite of Florida, Florida Trend Magazine

2008

Legal Elite of Florida, Florida Trend Magazine

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Principal, Crowley Law

2015 - 2016

Litigation Attorney, Toll Law

1999 - 2014

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

1995 - 2016

Lieutenant Colonel, Army Judge Advocate General Corps

1995 - 2016

JAG, United States Army

Associations

2012 - Present

Military Officers Association of America

Member

2012 - Present

Rotary International

Paul Harris Fellow

2007 - Present

American Legion

Member

2004 - Present

VFW

Member

2002 - Present

Lee County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Corrales 16CT502116

Charges reduces to Reckless Driving

State v. David Levin 16-CF-16055

3 felonies reducted to 2 misdemeanors

State v Bynum

Negotiated Plea - Misdemenaor

State v Moyer - Lee County Case

With-hold of adjudication and brief probation

State v. Hovde - Lee County case

Case dismissed.

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Education

1998

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Southwest Florida Real Estate Investors

Mediation

2014

Member presentation

Biographical presentation

2014

Law Week

Constitution

2013

Law Week

Constitution

2008

Law Week

Constitution

Languages

English

French

Activity

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