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 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

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 Yunior Echevarria | September 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Dissolution of marriage with children / injunction and custody

I hire Thomas to represent me in my divorce and custody matter while having and injunction against me place by the mother of my children Thomas represented me in the injunction casa and was able to have all allegations dismissed and thrown out some serious stuff like domestic violence nothing to play... with he ensure that justice was served he is an amazing person and one who knows how to do his job properly all the his staff are also very nice and friendly he understands you and your situation and puts him self in your shoe for me it has been nothing but a great decision to hire him and I only wish that the next steps in my case are as great as the prior experience I will definitely recommend his law office to anyone i know who needs legal representation that is honest and fair ththBk you Thomas for your service and handling of my case look forward to working with you the rest of the way

Thomas Busatta

Replied last September 02, 2016

Thank you. We will continue to achieve the goals you desire

Posted by Natalie | November 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent and Professional Lawyer you can trust!

I had the pleasure of picking Mr. Thomas Busatta as a Criminal Defense Lawyer to help me out with a personal problem that arouse between an altercation between and ex boyfriend and I. Mr. Busatta's was prompt, courteous, understanding and got the job done in less than 3 weeks! His staff was always ...on top of things and answered all my questions! I would highly recommend him for anyone who needs immediate help and likes results fast!!! Thank you and your team!!!

Thomas Busatta

Replied last November 13, 2015

Thank you for your kind words. We will continue to serve you in any capacity.

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Trustworthy and Dependable

Mr. Busatta has been my lawyer for nearly a year now. All the advice he has administered me dealing with my ex and his abusive, belligerent attitude outside the courthouse has worked. All that I have requested from the courts, I've been granted. Mr. Busatta has worked aggressively on my behalf, and h...as always made time for me to come in and see him even last minute, even if it was just to ease my fears. There is no other lawyer I would trust to handle my case.

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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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