Monica Cecile Fish

Monica Cecile Fish

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Naples, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Naples, Florida, Naples, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 11 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2014

Member in Good Standing

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Location

The Law Office of Monica C Fish

Naples, Florida, Naples, FL, 34120

Musca Law

2800 Davis Boulevard Suite 101, Naples, FL, 34104

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Monica Cecile Fish's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

155 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Henry | April 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Real life Velma

Monica was a great lawyer to deal with for my case. Smart, diligent, and detail oriented. She went through all the evidence looking for the needles in the haystacks. Personable and relatable. Easy to talk to for a blue collar regular guy like myself. She isnt cold or condescending as some law...yers can seem. She also showed interest in me outside the case and shared some of her own personal experiences. Even though she always doing something she answered all my calls and texts about the case promptly. What else can you ask for… She was instrumental in getting my case dropped and me and my family are grateful! I don’t need lawyers often but will definitely request this one again Thank you Monica

Posted by Jimmie | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney

I was accused of something that I did not do. Monica Fish defended me and fought for me every step of the way. Because of her I was finally able to get my life back. You will not find someone more hard working and puts the clients first. She is top notch at knowing the law and just as good in the cou...rtroom. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Peter | June 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best of the Best

She patiently heard everything I had to say without judging me or complaining about anything. No matter how troublesome my case was she took action, she's very positive and gave me hope, just talking with her eased me. I did everything she told me to do and her expertise did the rest. My case was res...olved today w the best results I could had hoped. I hope I don't ever have a need for an attorney again but if I do need one, I would definitely hire her again. She's amazing.

Posted by Eric James Antoine | April 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Eric James Antoine

Let it be very clear and knowing. Monica fish is a attorney of not just exceptional caricature but EXCEPTIONAL CARICATURE. POINT BLANK. Will say no matter what you're concern is she knows the pathetic law that labels humanity. For God sakes I sat 13 long miserable months in a cage knowing I was not ...guilty. We went to trial and crushed it a win with our a reasonable doubt. If you're in need of in my opinion as well as untold amounts of human beings call her you're best bet at resolution.she knows the defects in the system. And she will stear you write. Attorneys are a dime a dozen. (MONICA FISH) IS ONE IN A LIFE TIME. SINCERELY ERIC ANTOINE (352)651-8685 .

Posted by Crystal | February 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Willing to Go the Distance

Monica Fish was my third attorney and she hung in there. I refused to admit guilt to a misdemeanor possession charge of marijuana. I was not guilty and there was no marijuana in my vehicle. Everyone wanted me to plead to the "Sweetheart" of a deal the prosecutor had offered and Adjudication would be ...with held and I would owe court costs and attorney fees. She even said it was a good deal; & for most it would have been! But I was thinking of my past that I struggled to build the future I still have; and I was ready to fight! She probably thought a few times I was out of my mind; and ya know what; I was! I didn't think they would budge and she would drop me! But, she didn't even when I text her books at 3 am about the horror this was causing me. I have a profound respect for her and her way of handling every time they kept dismissing what we asked for. She caught the officer in lie after lie on the stand and when we asked for a dismissal on grounds they couldn't deny; they dropped the charges the morning of court! If you know you're not guilty; do your own home work; find the money to fight! Stand up for your rights and when you need someone who understands the court procedures and how to navigate the bureaucracy; I highly recommend you get this small sweet VIPER; to do your bidding! She will keep you in line while she fights for your freedom! I cannot express how she gave me passion for my rights; and stood beside me when the rest of the world would see my business name and reputation destroyed! I am still a federal contract employee and Successful Business Owner thanks to the Endurance this woman has! Thanks Monica for believing in me!

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Monica Cecile Fish's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Fawley

Unknown lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend Monica. She is an exceptional attorney. No one works harder and no one will care more about your case. She is often the first person I contact when I have a question or a problem and she always goes above and beyond to help. I strongly endorse Monica, consider myself lucky to have learned so much from her over 5+ years, and am a better attorney because of her."

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Stafford King

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very Knowledgeable regarding criminal and family"

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Gabriel Veliz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Fish is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. I have seen her in court successfully fighting for her clients."

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Joshua Nicol

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the great pleasure of working with and learning from Attorney Fish. Her dedication, persistence, and intelligence is second to none! She consistently demonstrates a passion and ability to go above and beyond for her clients. I know I will see great things from her in the future."

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Jose Cabrera

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wonderful hardworking attorney that I am proud to have worked with."

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Christina DiCaro

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mrs. Fish is a knowledgeable attorney who fights for the best outcome for her clients. She truly cares about her clients."

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Stephen Fuller

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Fish is exceptionally adept at representing defendants in all types of civil and criminal traffic matters, including DUI and DWI. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Harley Brook

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Monica is a hard-working and conscientious attorney!"

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Lee Carney

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed her in court numerous times. She is professional in her manner and is prepared in court."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Musca Law

1900 - Present

Associate, Musca Law

2014 - 2014

Intern, Office of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Public Defender

2013 - 2014

Certified Legal Intern, Florida A&M University College of Law Homelessness Legal Clinic

2013 - 2014

Legal Research Assistant, Florida A&M University College of Law

Associations

2016 - Present

Collier County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Sexual Battery Investigation Closed

Investigation Closed

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Education

2014

Florida A&M University, College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2014

Florida A&M University College of Law

JD

2005

University of Denver

MA - Masters in International Human Rights

2000

Xavier University

BA - Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Minor in Peace Studies

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University of Xavier

BA

Publications

2019

Immokalee Bulletin Expunge your Criminal Record now if Eligible

Languages

English

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