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Steve Daniel Santiago
- Bradenton, FL
- Licensed for 14 years
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About Steve
The Law Office of Steve Santiago, P.A. provides aggressive, competent representation for individuals accused of all misdemeanors and felonies in Manatee, Sarasota, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties. We will defend you against any criminal accusation including allegations of: drug offenses; battery; violation of probation; homicide; assault; firearm offenses; traffic; DUI; and any other criminal allegation made against you. Contact our office today to schedule a free, confidential defense consultation. Hablamos Espanol.
Originally in Miami, Steve Santiago is a former public defender who moved to Bradenton in 2007. Mr. Santiago attended Florida International University graduating with a Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. He then went on to attend and graduate from the Florida State University College of Law in Tallahassee, Florida. Mr. Santiago is also a U.S. Navy veteran.
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 40%
13 years, 1,000 cases
- Criminal defense: 30%
All areas of criminal defense including DUIs, traffic, drug crimes, robbery, theft, shoplifting, driving while license suspended, habitual traffic offender, violations of probation, murder, sexual battery, domestic violence. Serving Manatee, Sarasota, Pinellas, Hillsborough and all other surrounding counties. Hablamos Español.
14 years, 10,000 cases
- Expungement: 10%
12 years, 500 cases
- Juvenile law: 5%
13 years, 500 cases
- Sex crime: 5%
12 years, 150 cases
- Violent crime: 5%
14 years, 500 cases
- Speeding and traffic ticket: 4%
12 years, 250 cases
- Power of attorney: 1%
13 years, 150 cases
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
Photos and videos
Contact
Law Office of Steve Santiago, P.A.
530 12th St W
Bradenton, FL, 342057442
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 2005 | 09/12/2019 |
| Legal answers | 518 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Client Champion Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
| Avvo Client's Award | Client 's Choice | 2013 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Law Office of Steve Santiago | 2007 - Present |
| Attorney | Miami Dade County Office Of The Public Defender | 2004 - 2007 |
| Legal Clerk | Grancell Law | 2003 - 2004 |
| Certified Legal Intern | Leon County Office of the Public Defender | 2001 - 2001 |
| Legal Assistant | Miami Dade County Office Of The Public Defender | 1996 - 2000 |
| Legal Clerk | U.S. Navy | 1992 - 1996 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Manatee County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Attorney Member Manatee County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Better Business Bureau | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce (Sarasota) | Member | 2007 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida | Admitted to Practice | 2007 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2007 - Present |
| National Counsel of La Raza | Member | 2005 - Present |
| Martindale-Hubbell | Member | 2005 - Present |
| Florida Bar | Admitted to Practice | 2005 - Present |
| Miami-Dade County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2005 - 2007 |
| Miami-Dade County Bar Association | Member | 2005 - 2007 |
| Spanish American Law Student Association | President | 2001 - 2002 |
| Black law students Association | Vice President | 2001 - 2002 |
| Sports Law Association | President | 2001 - 2002 |
| Christian Law students Association | President | 2001 - 2002 |
| Black Law Student Association | Member | 2000 - 2002 |
| Spanish American law Student Association | Member | 2000 - 2002 |
| Christian Law Student Association | Member | 2000 - 2002 |
| Sports Law Student Association | Member | 2000 - 2002 |
| Pre-Law Student Association | President | 1998 - 1999 |
| Pre-Law Student Association | Member | 1997 - 2000 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bradenton Herald | Consulate hotline to provide legal assistance to Mexican immigrants | 2010 |
| Bradenton Herald | Local Hispanic lawyers applaud Sotomayor | 2009 |
| Bradenton Herald | Spanish language website links lawyers to clients | 2008 |
| Bradenton Herald | Miami based attorney relocates to Bradenton | 2007 |
| Bradenton Herald | Attorney hired to fill Manatee's huge need | 2007 |
| Florida State Law Alumni Magazine | Alum Steve Santiago has opened up law office in Bradenton | 2007 |
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| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| The Florida State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2002 |
| Florida International University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2000 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney Panel | Criminal Law | 2013 |
| Attorney Panel | Criminal Law | 2012 |
| Attorney Panel | Criminal Law | 2011 |
| Attorney Panel | Criminal Law | 2010 |
| Attorney Panel | Criminal Law | 2009 |
| Attorney Panel | Crininal Law | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Miami Carol City Senior High School Annual Moot Court | Trial Judge at Moot Court | 2007 |
| Attorney Panel | Criminal Law | 2007 |
| Miami Carol City Senior High School Annual Moot Court | Trial Judge for Moot Court | 2006 |
| How to properly file out SCORE sheets | SCORE sheets | 2006 |
| Miami Carol City Senior High School Annual Moot Court | Trial Judge for Moot Court | 2005 |
| Juvenile Court Panel | Juvenile Justice System | 2005 |
| Teen Court | Trial Judge for Teen Court cases | 2002 |
| Teen Court | Trial Judge for Teen Court Cases | 2001 |
| Summer Internships Student Panel | Summer Internships | 2001 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State v D. R. | Case Dismissed |
| State v F. V. | Charges Dropped |
| State of Florida v L. B. | Case Dismissed |
| State v H. V. | State's offer was 2 years prison. Defendant sentenced to only 4 months jail. |
| State v S. P. | Facing 42 months prison. Charged reduced to misdemeanor. |
| State v A. S. R. | Charges Dropped |
|---|---|
| State v L. R. | Case Dismissed |
| State v D. F. | Case Dismissed |
| State v D. P. | Ticket Dismissed |
| State v V. P. | Case Dismissed |
| State of Florida v M.W. | Case Dismissed |
| State of Florida v L. D. | Charges dropped |
| State of Florida v J. B. | Charges Dropped |
| State of Florida v Miguel Lopez | Charges Dropped |
| State of Florida v E. Batista-Franco | Charges Dropped |
| State of Florida v J. Granados | Charge reduced to misdemeanor. Pled to probation. |
| State of Florida v P. Lopez-Gomez | Charges Dropped |
| State of Florida v I. De La Luz-Ibanez | Charges Dropped |
| State of Florida v J. Hernandez-Maldona | Charges Dismissed |
| State of Florida v A. Cole | Charges Dismissed |
| State v A.I. | Not Guilty at Jury Trial |
| State v R. P. | Not guilty at jury trial |
| State v D.G. | Not guilty at trial |
| State v G.T. | Not Guilty At Trial |
| State v E.L.S. | Not Guilty at trial |
| State v R.R. | Not guilty jury trial |
| State v N.C. | Not Guilty at bench trial |
| State v D. W. | Not Guilty at trial |
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Attorney endorsements
(38)Adriana Delpilar Rouselle, Immigration Attorney on Jan 31, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.without reservation, he is a very experienced criminal attorney and I have referred to him many cases because he has proven to be very knowledgeable, ethical and trustworthy. Referred clients have been very satisfied with his work. .
Jaime Garcia, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a wonderful human being and amazing lawyer. Steve and I worked together on a RICO case and he was both tenacious and professional. During our case Steve was always prepared and ready to take the State to task for the good of his client. Steve is also sympathetic to all of his clients' needs and being he is fluent in Spanish, Steve has a keen ability to make his clients feel at ease during the harsh and compllicated navigation of a criminal case. I would recommend Steve to all who need his services.
Samara Sweet, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 3, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. He care deeply about this clients and will do anything to ensure their rights are protected. He works diligently and is truly passionate about his line of work.
Walter Hnot,, Social security Attorney on Mar 22, 2017
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Steve is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Jonathan Lacour, Employment and labor Attorney on May 7, 2015
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Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Fayard, Criminal defense Attorney on May 5, 2015
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Mr. Santiago is a solid litigant and he provides excellent representation of his clients.
John Baez, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Steve Santiago is one of the most upbeat and passionate lawyers I have had the pleasure to be around. He is a fighter who genuinely cares for each of clients, and he represents their best interests to fullest extent of the law. He is an excellent communicator with an outstanding resume of success. He is truly a pleasure to have in our legal community. I have the utmost confidence in his abilities and so should you.
Jeremy Simon, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 11, 2015
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I endorse Mr. Santiago. He is a knowledgeable, trustworthy and skilled advocate. His professionalism is matched only by his unwavering desire to get the best possible result for his clients. He truly cares about each one of his clients and will go out of his way to assist them.
Meryl Chambers, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. He is a strong and aggressive advocate for his clients which has earned him respect from current and former clients as well as his colleagues in the legal community.
Brad Kaiserman, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. Competent, experienced, and hard working attorney with a proven track record of success.
Shashi Jairam, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Santiago is dedicated to the legal profession. Outstanding legal answers on Avvo demonstrate his knowledge of the law.
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Family Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Santiago is a knowledgeable and well respected attorney.
Steven Cron, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. Competent, hard working, and dedicated to his profession. Assist individuals on Avvo by providing excellent legal answers. He is an asset to our profession.
Michael Goldstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. Dedicated to his profession with a track record of success. Respected by clients and peers in the legal industry.
Belkis Plata, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is an extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Dmitry Gorin, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. Dedicated to his clients with a track record of success. Respected by peers in the legal industry.
I endorse as a fantastic and knowledgeable attorney. Has a stellar reputation in the community for providing high quality representation and results for clients!
Ronald Hedding, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. He is very active providing individuals seeking assistance on Avvo with outstanding legal answers. He is an asset to our profession.
Jay Cranmer, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2014
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Attorney Santiago provides outstanding legal answers on Avvo for individuals seeking assistance. An asset to the legal profession. I endorse this lawyer.
Alan Eisner, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 10, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. Provides outstanding legal answers on Avvo with a clear understanding of the law. An asset to the legal field.
Philip Israels, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 10, 2014
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I endorse attorney Steve Santiago. Excellent legal answers on Avvo for people needing assistance. I fully endorse him.
Robert von Dohlen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 9, 2014
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