Desiree Wilson

Desiree Wilson

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Cape Coral, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1030 SE 9th Ave # 152412, Cape Coral, FL

About Desiree

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Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal defense services in high-stakes and complex federal felony cases at the trial and appellate levels.

15 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 5 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2020

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wyoming for 14 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2011

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2008

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Ms. Desiree Wilson

1030 SE 9th Ave # 152412, Cape Coral, FL, 33990

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Desiree Wilson's Reviews

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Posted by Mark | July 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Punishable by Life

I was arrested in Lee County and facing life in prison for a crime I did not commit! My life was instantly shattered and in a few short hours everything that I have ever worked for was taken from me! I hired a large law firm in Ft. Myers to represent me only to have them write me off as a plea bargai...n. After several months of terrible representation, I then sought new counsel. Living across the country, I zoomed multiple firms in the southwest Florida area. All of which but one gave me the same run around story. Attorney Foley is the only consultation that did not tell me what I wanted to hear, but instead told me what I needed to hear, “The Truth”! He provided me with the blunt facts and possible outcomes of my horrific case. Attorney Foley’s transparency was unmatched and I instantly retained him to represent me in the fight of my life to prove my innocence. On day one, both attorney’s Foley and Wilson went right to work on my case! Over the next 18 months, they investigated and learned every single nuance of my case through depositions and thorough research of all provided discovery. During the two year period, I was offered serval plea bargains as a way to resolve the case. Bob and Desiree shared their true and professional insights and feelings when I was faced navigating those difficult choices. Ultimately, I was forced to “roll the dice” and went to trial in order to prove my innocence. Last month we went to trial for the fight of my life. Over the course of the three days, Bob and Desiree swiftly and persistently destroyed the state’s evidence against me. They quickly exposed and impeached several of the prosecutions key witnesses and displayed all the inconsistencies and the terrible investigation that took place. After living in literal hell for 733 days and 12 minutes of deliberating, the jury set me free and claimed my innocence!!! I chose to put my life into Bob’s and Desiree’s hands. Today, as a result, I am a free man!!! I promise all of you, there is NO OTHER law firm in the state of Florida that possess their background, knowledge, talent and methodical ways of executing plans. They are my “Dream Team”. They have a spot forever in mine and family’s hearts and forever grateful for them. I love you guys!!!

Posted by Shawn | September 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I Highly Recommend Attorney Desiree Wilson

I was accused of felony misconduct on two occasions and summoned to court for a hearing. Had to buy suitable clothing as, being 74 and long retired, I did not own even a jacket and tie, much less socks. Attorney Desiree Wilson was waiting at the door when I walked into the courthouse at 8:30 AM. S...he stayed right by my side, and told me exactly what would happen, until we were called before the judge at 9:45. Leaving me at the back, she then went forward and negotiated a deal that gave me all I wanted and gave the other side nothing they truly wanted. It was over by 10:15 and I had never said a thing. When we parted ways outside the courthouse, my last words to her were, "Raise your rates." Experience isn't everything. Sometimes poise counts even more. Attorney Desiree Wilson has plenty of both. She defended me aggressively and with ruthless efficiency. She knew just what would occur--not only in court but at every stage--and she expertly shaped the narrative. I was not merely pleased with the outcome, I was awed by the performance. I believe that Attorney Wilson also handles appeals; however, if you bring her in at the start, when first accused, I am pretty sure you won't need to file one.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

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"I endorse this lawyer. Desiree Wilson is a brilliant, diligent, and truly exceptional criminal defense lawyer. She has successfully argued many cases on appeal. Her legal writing skills are impeccable, as is her courtroom presence. I would hire her above anyone else if I were ever in need of representation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Foley & Wilson Law Firm

2020 - Present

Owner, Desiree Wilson, Esq.

2017 - 2020

Senior Assistant Appellate Counsel, Wyoming Office of the State Public Defender

2016 - 2017

Owner, Wilson Law Office, P.C.

2012 - 2016

Assistant United States Attorney, Wyoming United States Attorney's Office

2011 - 2012

Law Clerk to Honorable Clarence A. Brimmer, United States District Court

2009 - 2010

Associate, Post & Schell, P.C.

2008 - 2009

Law Clerk to the Honorable Stephen G. Baratta, Northampton County Court of Common Pleas

Associations

2011 - Present

Wyoming State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Marty Smith v. State of Wyoming

Conviction Reversed

State of Wyoming v. Jason John

Immunity from Prosecution Affirmed

Mills v. State

Conviction Reversed

Nesius v. State

Conviction Reversed

Steffey v. State

Conviction Reversed

Brown v. State

Conviction Reversed

Rhoads v. State

Conviction Reversed

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Education

2008

University of Pennsylvania School of Law

J.D.

2008

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine/Center for Bioethics

M.B.E.

2004

University of Wyoming

B.S.

N/A

University of Colorado School of Medicine

Speaking Engagements

2019

Wyoming Public Defender's Annual Conference

Fourth Amendment Traffic Stop Law

2019

Wyoming Public Defender's Annual Conference

Criminal Procedure

2018

Wyoming Public Defender's Annual Conference

Self-Defense Law

2015

Annual Law Enforcement Training

Fourth Amendment Law and Evidence Training for Law Enforcement Officers

2014

Annual Law Enforcement Training

Federal and Indian Country Jurisdiction Training

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