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also known as John P. Musca, John Musca
Mr. Musca is a passionate, aggressive and nationally-renowned criminal defense attorney who represents clients on all criminal defense matters in the State of Florida. He completed his undergraduate studies at Boston College, and graduated cum laude in 1994. He then went on to earn his law degree from Case Western University School of Law in 1997. Mr. Musca began his career representing the indigent as an Assistant Public Defender. Then, in 2001, he began his own practice, Musca Law, P.A, a firm which focuses exclusively in the area of criminal defense. He also speaks fluent Spanish, and is licensed to practice law in all state courts in the state of Florida.
Mr. Musca has handled all types of criminal matters, from misdemeanors through serious felonies. He has extensive experience handling DUI cases, probation violations, theft crimes, drug charges, as well as fraud, battery, domestic disputes, sex crimes, and all violent crimes, including homicide and manslaughter.
Over the past 16 years, Mr. Musca has earned an impressive array of accolades. For the past four years, Mr. Musca has been recognized as one of the top 100 Trial Lawyers in Florida, by the National Trial Lawyers Association. In addition, he enjoys a Perfect 10 rating with Avvo, an independent lawyer rating service, which formulates attorney ratings based on peer reviews, client testimonials and observance of the highest ethical standards of the legal profession. In 2012, he was deemed a “Super Lawyer”, a designation reserved only to the top 2.5% of all criminal defense attorneys in the State of Florida. Mr. Musca’s firm also touts a solid A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau, the highest rating offered to a firm, on account of client satisfaction, longevity in the industry and maintaining the highest level of client service to those who have entrusted him with their legal matter.
In terms of DUI Defense, Attorney Musca has earned the special distinction of becoming certified in Breath Test Operation for having completed the curriculum set forth by the Department of Transportation. In addition, he is certified in Field Sobriety Tests, as a result of hours of instruction required by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These rare distinctions demonstrate Mr. Musca’s dedication of a substantial part of his career to representing clients on all types of DUI matters. In fact, he has managed, evaluated and counseled on more than 5,000 DUI cases thusfar in his career.
For over 16 years, Attorney Musca has operated by the firm, yet simple principle that every person accused of crime is innocent until proven guilty, and entitled to a solid and aggressive defense. While some pay only lip service to that philosophy, Attorney Musca insists that this serve as the hallmark and mission statement of his law firm.
Most importantly, Attorney Musca represents his clients with unflinching and tireless resolve, believing that the goal of representing a client on any criminal defense matter is a dismissal of their charge. Indeed, Mr. Musca, and the lawyers who work under his auspices, make this mission their solemn vow, and dedicate all their efforts to achieving favorable outcomes on each and every case. Undoubteldy, the finest testament to obtaining these results may be found in the hundreds of favorable case results and client testimonials which the firm has assembled over the years.
While some testimonials may be found under this AVVO profile, all of the firms' results and testimonials may found on their website: .
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Posted by Andrew | November 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceptional Work
As a New York, resident my research dictated that the Musca Law Firm was the first choice when a family member called me and needed help. This firm had the D.A. experience and the contacts that I was looking for to find resolution for my problem. This firm is first rate, and I have dealt with many, p...
Posted by John F | December 22, 2014 | DUI & DWI
A lawyer who cares so much he will call you on a Sunday!
That's right. John Musca called me on a Sunday. Why? To tell me everything was going to be all right! The first 10 seconds I spoke to him I felt very confident that my case was going to be handled by the BEST. And it wasn't like he called me in the afternoon. John called me around 10 pm, very shor...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2014 | DUI & DWI
BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE IN THE STATE!
John Musca and his team were absolutely amazing in handling my DUI. They got the license suspension dropped and my driver's license reinstated within a week of my arrest. They got the state to drop the charges within 2 weeks of my arrest. His entire team was very responsive and helpful. HIGHLY RECO...
Posted by KAREN | May 02, 2013 | DUI & DWI
DIVINE INTERVENTION ON DUI 2ND!! HALLELUJAH FOR MUSCA!!
I'm a Registered Nurse. During Easter week of March, 2013, I was stopped, arrested, and confined for my 2nd DUI. With my nursing and driver's licenses at stake, I began looking online for lawyers and information on how I could protect my professional license and ability to drive. ...
Posted by Dave | April 17, 2013 | Criminal Defense
YOU SAVED MY CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSE!!!
I am an accountant, more specifically, an Enrolled Agent. In October 2012, when I was arrested for DUI and blew a .16, I thought my "goose was cooked" and that my career, and my life, were over. I knew my only hope was to hire the best DUI law firm that money could buy. I reviewed firms online a...
"John Musca leads a highly reputable State Wide criminal defense firm that represents thousands of clients each year. His clients are always well served and skillfully represented by a team of dedicated legal professionals. John takes a personal interest in the outcome of each client’s case and is personally invested in his client’s satisfaction."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John Musca for approximately 15 years. During that time, he has distinguished himself as a leading criminal defense attorney. John is smart, aggressive, and is known for obtaining favorable outcomes and case results on challenging and complex criminal cases. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
"I know John to be a reputatble crimianal defense attorney wth solid experience in Criminal Law. He is respected by both judges and fellow attrorneys. He has neither disciplinary nor negative ethical histories and he enjoys an unblemished record with the Florida Bar. John has my endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is he recognized nationally for being a top attorney in our field, but he is approachable and truly cares about each of his cases. Use Attorney Musca and your interests will be well served."
"John Musca is the hardest working lawyer out there. He is always available for clients- even on nights, weekends and holidays. The most remarkable thing about John Musca can be seen in the terrific results achieved for his clients. Having worked with John for years now, I know of no attorney who is more passionate, persistent and dedicated to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a lawyer who provides aggressive representation and does so with integrity and professionalism. He has obtained excellent results for many of his clients."
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2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Attorney of the Month, Legal Aid Service Of Collier County
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Outstanding Young Lawyers, American Registry
2009
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2001 - Present
Managing Partner, Musca Law
1900 - Present
Partner, Musca Law
1999 - 2001
Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit Of Florida
2009 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Florida Chamber of CommerceMember
2009 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationFellow
1999 - Present
Florida BarAdmitted to Practice
1999 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
Member
Reduced to lesser offense & No DUI conviction
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
Roe Versus Wade
2012
2012
Spanish
English