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A question that I am often asked is "why have you dedicated so much of your career to defending criminals?"
The answer is this. First, experience has proven to me that many people who find themselves arrested or accused of a crime are hardworking, decent people who have made a mistake. Often these mistakes are the end point of complex and difficult circumstances in a persons’ life that have ultimately led to an error in judgment. For these individuals, the unfamiliar process of an arrest can be particularly stressful and confusing. These individuals need help navigating the dark waters of the Court process and this turbulent time in their life. With proper guidance and representation, these persons will return to being the productive citizens and family members they have been and that they want to be again. There will always be plenty of people to cast stones at the accused. However, it is my belief that being an effective advocate for the person in this circumstance benefits us all.
Second, experience and raw statistics has also proven that there are many more people who are falsely accused of crimes than most people will ever realize.
In my years practicing law, I have seen false or mistaken accusations leveled at my clients by strangers, friends, family members, domestic partners, employers, employees and law enforcement. Too often these accusations result in an arrest and irrevocable damage to the accused. I take pride in knowing that I have helped individuals fight back when faced with false or mistaken accusations and that I have played a role in restoring freedom and reputation to those who might otherwise have met a different plight.
Finally, I enjoy a good challenge. I represent people and my goal is to not allow my clients to be steamrolled by a system that too often devalues personal rights in the pursuit of security.
I have spent my entire life and 18 year professional career in this community.
My philosophy in creating McIntosh Law was to build a firm dedicated to personalized, superior, results-oriented representation.
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Acquired: 1993
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766 Hudson Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34236-7739
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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Case involving a Juvenile
My 16 y/o son was facing 3rd degree felony charges for something he didn't do. After hearing Brett is the best criminal defense attorney in town, I hired him, and was not disappointed! Brett is passionate about the law and people's rights and recommended we fight this. We could've just bowed down ...
Posted by Judy | March 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very Happy Client
I am writing in regards to my case and my decision to hire your firm for my legal situation. From moment one you explained my case and what you would do to help me. You gave me no false hopes just facts and the chances, good and bad in what you felt the outcome would be. My only regret is that I d...
Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney
At tough time in my life
At one of the lowest times in my life I showed up at Brett's office. I knew when I walked into his office that I was at the right place. Through my whole legal process he was professional, competent, informative, skilled and kind. The judge during my hearing paused on a side note to talk about w...
Posted by Jarrod | March 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The man
Bret is the best attorney for criminal defense in manatee and sarasota counties. I was wrongfully accused and Bret took the challenge to go up against a police dept. Bret was more than fair when it came to price. Bret treated me like a friend, he took his time learning about the case from both side...
Posted by Travis | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Brett gave me my life back
Brett came highly recommended to me by several other lawyers whom I hold in high regard. Brett was more than fair in his fees and he even charged me significantly less than the price we agreed on. He leveled with me on exactly what to expect each step of the way and never gave me false hope. Brett co...
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Brett is hard working, professional, ethical and practical. He has very extensive criminal defense experience and is well respected in the local legal community. He is straight with his clients and he gets the job done. I don't hesitate to refer him my criminal defense client. In summary, he is a very good criminal defense lawyer."
"Brett McIntosh is a highly respected criminal defense attorney. As a fellow criminal defense attorney I make it a point of learning as much as I can from attorneys like Brett McIntosh. He is well respected by the criminal defense bar, prosecutors, and judges alike. I highly endorse Brett McIntosh."
"I prosecuted cases where Mr. McIntosh was defense counsel. He was always professional, courteous, and thoroughly prepared. Mr. McIntosh is an excellent criminal defense attorney and it easy to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Brett for over 19 years as a Criminal Attorney. Brett is a highly effective attorney for whom I have the greatest respect. In giving Brett an excellent rating, it's not high enough for his professionalism and Experience. He is up front with his opinion and being realistic in what you might expect. I have recommended clients to Brett and cannot recommend him highly enough. I have given his office permission to release my contact information if you'd like to verify this review, please refer to Allan F. Baily, Esquire"
"Mr. McIntosh is one of the finest criminal defense attorneys I came across during my career at the State Attorney's Office. He was opposing counsel on many of my cases, exhibiting great skills as a trial attorney. He was knowledgeable, professional, and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is well-respected by Judges and attorneys for his well-developed and well-reasoned motions and arguments."
"Simply the best, for any complex felony case where you need someone who will fight hard, while showing you compassion and understanding."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. McIntosh is a highly knowledgeable and professional attorney. He represents his clients with passion and skill. A true asset to the legal community."
"As a former prosecutor, I observed first-hand the difference an attorney can make in a criminal case. Brett McIntosh is aggressive and bright, and commands the courtroom in hearings and trial. He is a true advocate"
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Personal injury lawyer
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
1998 - Present
Attorney, McIntosh Law Firm
2010 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2000 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Manatee County chapter)Member
1998 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2011
Florida Association Criminal Defense LawyersManatee County Chapter Representative
2000 - 2001
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Sarasota chapter)President
1993
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2008
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