Thomas R Busatta Sr.

Thomas R Busatta Sr.

4.6
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Myers, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

12995 S Cleveland Ave Ste 47, Fort Myers, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018
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About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

20 years | 6,000 cases

50%
Family 50%

17 years | 5,000 cases

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Retired

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Location

Law Offices of Thomas R Busatta Sr.

12995 S Cleveland Ave Ste 47, Fort Myers, FL, 33907-7750

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Thomas R Busatta Sr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews

Posted by Heather | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Would hire Mr. Busatta again in a heartbeat!

I met with Mr. Busatta for the first time in 2014 for a dissolution of marriage with a minor child. It was very rough between my (now ex) husband and myself at the time, constant arguing, threats, etc. I was terrified I was going to lose my son since he lived out of state and was being extremely vind...ictive, Mr. Busatta assured me that would not happen. I was a nervous mess, I was a young mother and had always been the primary caregiver to my son, he walked me through every step of the process. I received the majority of custody and child support. Mr. Busatta handled it so well in fact that I have not even had to argue with him ever since the day our divorce was finalized because everything is outlined so well. There is no miscommunication or misunderstanding between us now. I have recommended Mr. Busatta to many friends and will continue to do so.

Posted by Jennifer | October 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Family law

I have been working with Mr. Busatta Sr. for just about 3 years regarding a child support case. He has been very reliable, helpful, knowledgeable, efficient as well as honest with me every step of the way. I have been to court with him numerous times. He has always been in the court room and has neve...r sent another attorney to court in his place. I would highly recommend his firm for any of your family law needs.

Thomas Busatta

Replied last October 03, 2017

Thank you for the compliment. We will strive to do our best

Posted by Anell | April 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic ticket

I hired the sercivecs of this law firm. From the beginning they were very courteous, professional and understanding. I was charged with the violation of a safety device which was the cause of an accident, I knew if wasn't my fault and that's why I decided to go to court. My lawyer saw all the eviden...ce and thanks to his hard work and knowledge of the laws my case was dismissed. I really, honestly, truly recommmend this law firm for any traffic ticket you might have or get in the future. Thank you so much for your services.

Posted by Lynn | April 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Horrible-Should not be a lawyer

I hired Tom to handle my son's case for a violation on drug court. When I first met with him he was slick and assured me that he knew that judge very well and the prosecuting attorney. That was the last real contact I had with him. He never returned ONE of my messages that I left with his secretary. ...If I wanted to speak to him I had to make an appt and then he didn't even meet with me in person, he had me meet with his "associate". He never went to see my son in jail except one time for the initial meeting. There was absolutely NO communication and I finally fired him and got new representation. Beware....DO NOT use this guy!

Thomas Busatta

Replied last April 26, 2017

Your Son THREE Times Violated Probtion Walking Away from a program. You demanded he be released and are you are an overbearing person according to your son. I met with you personally 5 FIVE times. You texted me several times which I promptly answered. You called daily in which my staffed answered your questions, myself. or another attorney. I have documented all your phone calls, texts, office visits and your rudeness with my staff. Your son was quite happy with our service and advised me of your behavior. You will be contacted reference to defamation. On February 10, 2017 I met with you a second time. You called Feb 13, 14, 15, 16, 2017. I spoke to you and then saw you in my office on February 17, 2017. The following week I met with you and spoke to you. You texted me March 8, 10, Sun March 12, March 13, March 15, March 28, 2017, March 28, March 29, 2017. All you questions were answered. You just didnt like the reply. I also have documentation of seeing your son numerous times in jail. My associate also went to the jail and viisted with him. You wanted him out immediately and that wasn't happening. Your actions was not appropriate behavior.

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Thomas Busatta is a man of his word.

I contacted Thomas Busatta regarding my Fort Myers traffic citation and he told me that he would try for a dismissal of the citation. I felt that he took a personal interest in me while talkingg to me on the phone. I then hired him to represent me. I then sat back and waited 2 months for the court d...ate which I did not have to even go to. He called me that same day of the court date and told me that he got my citation dismissed. No points or fine. I was blown away by what he did for me. If you're looking for a honest man of his word attorney then he his your man. I will hire him again in a heartbeat. I highly reccomend him.

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2018

updated on 06/14/2018

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2017

updated on 03/15/2019

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension issued in FL, 2015

updated on 11/19/2015

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Thomas’s comment:

“The incident was 4 years prior”

Public Reprimand - with Conditions issued in FL, 2014

updated on 11/19/2015

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior and places conditions on the lawyer's license.

Thomas’s comment:

“The incident was 4 years prior”

Suspension issued in FL, 2013

updated on 11/19/2015

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Thomas’s comment:

“The incident was 4 years prior”

Honors

2012

Vounteering to Help Disadvantage, Legal Aid

2012

Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid

2011

Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid

2010

Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Senior Attorney, Fort Myers Law

2002 - 2005

C.L.I., Polk County Public Defender

Associations

2015 - Present

Lee County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2009 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Possession of Maijuana With Intent to Distribute

Dismissed

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Education

2003

Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

Florida Association of Insurance Agents Wiils and Estates

Publications

2014

News Press "The Sheriff"

2009

News Press Law and Order

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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