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James Michael Scarmozzino
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Biography
James Michael (Jim) Scarmozzino was born in Garden City, New York. He graduated from Holy Trinity Diocesan High School and attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He earned his juris doctorate at the University of Dayton School of Law. While in law school, Jim earned a seat on the National Moot Court Team and competed nationally. Jim is licensed to practice law in both Florida and New York. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York and the United Stated District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
As a Prosecutor for the District Attorney in Suffolk County, New York, Mr. Scarmozzino tried over 50 misdemeanor and felony criminal trials between 1984 and 1993. He also tried over 10 murder cases as a Prosecutor in the Homicide Bureau. Upon leaving the District Attorney’s Office, Mr. Scarmozzino was employed at the law firm of Weg & Myers, P.C., in Manhattan, New York, as a civil trial attorney.
Jim is an avid runner and has successfully completed three marathons, including the New York City Marathon. He also devotes his time to children’s organizations, including Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southwest Florida where he is a Past President.
Today, Mr. Scarmozzino concentrates on personal injury and criminal law litigation. His memberships include: The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Southwest Florida Trial Lawyers Association, American Board of Trial Advocates, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and The Lee County Bar Association. Jim is Past President of FLABOTA, a prestigious trial lawyers organization
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Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 40 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Scarmozzino Law Firm, P.A.
1617 Hendry St., Suite 306, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
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Posted by Charles | June 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense
His knowledge of criminal law is extensive.
My situation was a very unique and complicated one. We had less than a week to respond. Mr Scarmozzino went beyond anything I expected under the circumstances. He saw who I am and not who I used to be. He was also able to clearly see through the false allegations filed against me. He quickly went int...
James Michael Scarmozzino's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a very skilled and conscientious advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim does an outstanding job for his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is both professional and personable. He has many years of trial experince and is a great advocate for his clients."
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"I have worked with Mr. Scarmozzino on many cases. His professionalism and knowledge of the law is second to none. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I endorse Jim without hesitation. I have worked with him personally and have had the opportunity to observe him in court. He is always well prepared, professional, and an aggressive advocate on behalf of his clients. Jim has an excellent command of the law in the areas of personal injury law and criminal law. This will be apparent when you hire him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim for more than 20 years. During this time, he has distinguished himself as a leading personal injury and employment law attorney in the S. W. Florida area. Jim is friendly, personable, and an extremely able practitioner."
"Jim is an excellent advocate for his clients. I have known him for many years, and found him to be an experienced and capable attorney who seeks the best possible recovery for his clients. He has an excellent reputation in our community and is a skilled and able practitioner."
"I endorse Jim Scarmozzino. He is a very smart lawyer and he works very hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have and will continue to personally refer legal cases to Jim Scarmozzino. He is a dedicated individual with the utmost integrity for his clients and his practice. He is an asset to the profession."
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Experience
Honors
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Founding Member, Scarmozzino Law Firm
1994 - 2017
Partner, webb and Scarmozzino
1993 - 1994
Attorney, Weg and Myers, P.C.
1989 - 1993
Prosecuting Attorney - Homicide Bureau, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office, NY
1985 - 1993
Prosecuting Attorney, Suffolk CountyDistrict Attorney's Office, NY
Associations
2012 - Present
American Inns of CourtMaster
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
Southwest Florida Trial Lawyers Association
American Board of Trial Advocates
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
The Lee County Bar Association
FLABOTA (Florida's American Board of Trial Advocates) chapter (State)
Past President
Sample of Legal Cases
Trucking Accident
$6 million result
Education
1982
University of Dayton School of Law
law
Languages
English