Leland M Taylor

Leland M Taylor

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Palmetto, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

437 10th Ave W, Palmetto, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 17 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2008

Member in Good Standing

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Leland M Taylor, Esq., PL

437 10th Ave W, Palmetto, FL, 34221

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Leland M Taylor's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrea | October 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

OUTSTANDING!!!

A family member made the mistake of being in the wrong place, wrong time, and in a bad situation. After trying to protect someone, things went drastically wrong, and they were arrested weeks later on a felony charge. Mr. Taylor - what can I say? You are an OUTSTANDING lawyer! We contacted him aft...er the arrest; he was able to get our family members' bond reduced and the race was on for trial!! This gentleman did everything in his power to perform his magic. Ultimately, he was able to get the major charge reduced from a 1st degree felony to a misdemeanor. He was not only proficient and capable, he was heartfelt, and available to talk to all of us whenever we needed to. We love you, Mr. Taylor, and can't thank you enough for keeping our family together!

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

So thankful!

When I made a bad decision and got into trouble with the law, the first person I thought to call was Leland Taylor. My wife called Leland and he assisted her to bond me out of jail. He was there for me when no one else was. Day or night he was there to help, if it needed to be done he did it. He con...sistently called and kept me updated about my case. In my line of work I could not have a charge against me. When Leland found this out he did every necessary step to get my case resolved as fast as possible. Every decision Leland made was in my best interest . The results of my case were better than I could of ever expected. Leland treats you on a personal level not as a case number. Leland Taylor is hard-working and dedicated to his job and will not stop till he gets the best results for you. I can't thank him enough. I highly recommend Leland Taylor for anyone in need of an attorney.

Posted by Shawn | October 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolutely incredible council! Above and beyond all expectations!!

I contacted Mr.Taylor in October of 2015 after meeting with my court appointed attorney and not getting the feeling this gentleman had my best interest at heart. Right away Mr. Taylor began working on my case and advised me of his plan going forward. My bond was set very high and it was apparent that... it would not be an option to bond out. He held a bond hearing and was able to get me released on supervised release with a few conditions. He informed me to keep doing the right thing on my end and he would keep working hard on his. He was able to get two separate private investigators working on the case which was a big help. All the while he kept in constant contact with me on upcoming court dates and strategies concerning them. He was able, at one of our hearings, to obtain me approval for travel out of the State of Florida to attend my daughter's wedding. When we entered the sentencing stage of the case he worked vigilantely with all my witnesses and line of questioning. I was confidant heading into the courtroom that Mr Taylor had prepared his case and was confidant in his argument strategy. The outcome of that final court date could not have been better! I was extremely happy with my verdict. Mr Taylor had shown me that justice can and will prevail. In all, I am very happy that I decided to make the call to Mr Taylor. This extremely harrowing situation was much easier for me to get through knowing that my attorney has my back and was hard at work on my case. I highly recommend Mr Taylor's services for the needs of yourself or your loved ones. You will be very happy you made that call.....I know I was! I'm forever grateful for his knowledge of the law and his determination to strive for excellence.

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Leland M Taylor's Lawyer Endorsements

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Danielle Lindauer

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Griffith

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leland is highly regarded within our local legal community. He works extremely hard for his clients. He also has a great working relationship with the other lawyers in our community."

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Jacob Grollman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leland Taylor had the distinct honor of learning from one of the best criminal defense attorneys our area has ever seen. He continues to carry on the legacy of those that came before him by providing excellent legal representation when his clients are in need. I highly endorse my dear friend, Leland Taylor."

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Natoria Hubbard

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Clapp

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Friend

"I known Mr. Taylor for many years. He is well known among lawyers for being a great debater. His greatest skill: he has a way of making you consider his position, even when you are in polar opposition."

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Sean Powers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Manning

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Taylor is an excellent attorney, who is highly knowledgeable in the law. Mr. Taylor is a great advocate for his clients, and he works tirelessly for them. Because of his skills and character, he is highly regarded in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Meadows

Business lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2005

Jerome Kermit Coble for Distinguished Public Service, Florida Coastal School of Law

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney & Counselor at Law, Leland M Taylor, Esq, PL

2008 - 2011

Vice President, Sandbill Homes, LLC

2006 - 2008

Senior Director: Gov't & Corporate Affairs, KHOV First Home Builders

2001 - 2006

Government Affairs/Lobbyist, J. Keith Arnold & Associates

Associations

2023 - Present

Citizens Infrastructure Sales Tax Oversight Committee

Member, Vice Chair

2013 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2016 - 2017

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Manatee County chapter)

Vice President

2010 - 2014

FL Bar Association Board of Governors, YLD

Governor 20th Judicial Circuit

2010 - 2011

Lee County Bar Association, Young Lawyer Committee

Past President

2010 - 2014

Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors

Board of Governors

2008 - 2010

Lee County Affordable Housing Committee

Chairman

2006 - 2007

Lee County Local Planning Agency

Appointed Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of FL vs. Thompson

Great, downward departure to obtain non-prison sentence.

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Education

2005

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2009

High School Law Day Lee County

Lobbyist and the Law

Publications

2016

Languages

English

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