I highly recommend the Hudson Law Office. Very professional, competent, results oriented and the best client service. My case was handled quickly and the communication and help from the Hudson Law Office Team was outstanding. Their knowledge and experience is the best in the legal profession.
I’m extremely impressed by his work, very grateful -and relieved by the outcome in court. Mr. Hudson has a kind demeanor, is serious about his job and he’s very good at communicating necessary information at every step of the process. His staff is friendly and helpful, too. Him and his staff also made it clear that if at any point I had a question, I could call and ask. I did that and Mr. Hudson and his staff were always informative, direct, and nice. I thought at several points that my life and my job would be destroyed because of one night of some bad choices and stupidity, but he reminded me consistently that things would be okay. I know not to screw up again and to be mindful of what I'd learned. Again, I'm very grateful.
He was the first person to send me mail regarding my case. The book he sent in that mail discussed everything about the math and statistics involved in the history of DUIs and DWIs. I appreciated that and saw that Mr. Hudson cares about his line of work in more than a typical way. Had I waited for the mail to arrive from other lawyers, I would’ve been waiting to discuss my case for at least an extra couple of weeks. -I know I could’ve tried finding a lawyer on my own, but I was in a bit of shock after the traffic stop and wasn’t in the best mindset to do that.
Tom Hudson has tried over 50 DUI jury trials in the past 4 years. He is the Florida State Delegate to the National College for DUI Defense, and is certified as an Instructor in the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, and as a Florida Breath Test Operator. He has passed the rigorous Board Certification Examination given by the NCDD, and has testified as an expert witness on matters related to DUI investigation.
Tom Hudson is considered a national authority on DUI defense, as one of about 50 lawyers nationally board-certified in the field by the National College for DUI Defense. Â He is a member of the faculty of the NCDD Summer Session, taught at Harvard Law School each July. His criminal law experience includes over 300 jury trials, from traffic violations to felony drug trafficking offenses in State and Federal Court to death penalty murder trials. Â He has been trained as a Florida Breath Test Operator, and is certified as an instructor in the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests promulgated by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Â He has also been trained as a "DRE" or Drug Recognition Evaluator. Tom has been teaching laymen, paralegals and lawyers for 20 yearsÂ
Besides our legal accomplishments, The Hudson Law Office has been active in our community. Â Tom has had the honor of sitting on numerous nonprofit boards, and is currently a member of the Advisory Board of the Sarasota Animal Rescue Coalition. Â Along with his three-legged pit bull Pippi, Tom volunteered at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota every Saturday afternoon for over five years, visiting the patients and inspiring them with Pippi's courage.
Our main office is in Sarasota, and we have a satellite office in the middle of Old Town Key West, at the corner of Duval and Fleming Streets.
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Outstanding Professional Service
I highly recommend the Hudson Law Office. Very professional, competent, results oriented and the best client service. My case was handled quickly and the communication and help from the Hudson Law Office Team was outstanding. Their knowledge and experience is the best in the legal profession.
Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2022
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DUI reduced to reckless without alcohol
I’m extremely impressed by his work, very grateful -and relieved by the outcome in court. Mr. Hudson has a kind demeanor, is serious about his job and he’s very good at communicating necessary information at every step of the process. His staff is friendly and helpful, too. Him and his staff also made it clear that if at any point I had a question, I could call and ask. I did that and Mr. Hudson and his staff were always informative, direct, and nice. I thought at several points that my life and my job would be destroyed because of one night of some bad choices and stupidity, but he reminded me consistently that things would be okay. I know not to screw up again and to be mindful of what I'd learned. Again, I'm very grateful.
He was the first person to send me mail regarding my case. The book he sent in that mail discussed everything about the math and statistics involved in the history of DUIs and DWIs. I appreciated that and saw that Mr. Hudson cares about his line of work in more than a typical way. Had I waited for the mail to arrive from other lawyers, I would’ve been waiting to discuss my case for at least an extra couple of weeks. -I know I could’ve tried finding a lawyer on my own, but I was in a bit of shock after the traffic stop and wasn’t in the best mindset to do that.
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Posted by Alexandra | August 18, 2022
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Amazing Representation
I highly recommend Tom and his crew for representation when facing a DUI charge. Mine was a one-time, horrible error in judgement that literally could have wrecked my career and my ability to make a living. Tom, Ruth and Jeanna were all very sensitive to my dilemma and communicated with me on a regular basis. They walked me through the very difficult processes with professionalism and empathy. I could not have had a better outcome with my case. Hudson Law Offices saved me my sanity and @ $25k. Since I hired Tom relative to his reviews, I hope that my review does the same for someone facing a DUI charge. This was definitely one of my better choices!
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Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2022
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Another satisfied customer.
I highly recommend Tom to anyone faced with a DUI charge. I am thrilled with the plea deal. Tom is will be straight with what he can and cannot do for you and will walk you through every step.
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2021
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Thank you for helping me through a very difficult time
I can't thank Thomas Hudson for helping me through a very difficult time. Tom has been a personal friend for over 23 years, and I never thought I would have to call him for help. I made a terrible mistake, and Tom helped me every step of the way. He told me from the beginning - you'll have a lot of hoops to jump through, but we'll get through this. It was especially difficult since the process began as the Covid 19 pandemic had also just begun. It was an expensive and demoralizing experience completing the DETER process, but Tom helped me through it. His compassion and diligence makes him one of the best attorneys to work with. As much as I like Tom, I hope I don't have to ever call him again for a DUI. It changed my life, thank you Tom.
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Response from Thomas HudsonOctober 25, 2021
Thank you for your kind comments. We are a small office, and we believe our most important function is to listen. Best of luck.
Posted by Pat | September 10, 2021
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No promises
I would like to express my happiness and gratitude to Mr. Tom Hudson for his outstanding success in handling two charges for me. Tom's local knowledge, expertise, tenacity and understanding accomplished more than I had expected. Thanks Tom!
Posted by Dave | August 26, 2021
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D.U.I,
I am so pleased with the results of my D.U.I. case. Tom went over & beyond my expectations. Tom truly is a expert with D.U.I.S Thanks again. Tom.
Posted by Nikole | August 14, 2021
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Awesome lawyer
Tom did an outstanding job with my case. He did exactly what he said he would do and treated me very fair. He listened to me, returned my phone calls ( which is extremely important!), and did the best job that he could do with my DUI. I am thrilled with the results and have Tom to thank!
Posted by Gary | July 17, 2021
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Highly Recommended DUI Attorney
I was arrested for DUI in Sarasota County and consulted and hired Attorney Hudson to represent me in the very confusing Florida court process, made even more so due to COVID restrictions. Tom explained up front what the process is and how much it would cost and kept me informed throughout the entire process. I received a very favorable outcome and never had to set foot in a court room which was a huge bonus. His down to earth demeanor put me at ease and was appreciated. I would recommend Attorney Hudson to anyone needing a DUI Defense Team.
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Posted by Richard | September 9, 2020
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Hands down the best DUI Lawyer out there
Tom Hudson is amazing! From the first day that I walked into his office he treated me like I was an old friend. He kept me in the loop every step of the way. In the end he had my case reduced to a Reckless with adjudication withheld. I couldn't be happier with his service. If you ever find yourself arrested for a DUI, Tom Hudson is your guy.
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Posted by Justin | August 16, 2020
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Highly recommend
I was arrested and facing a DUI conviction. I had just moved to Florida a few months prior. I had never been in trouble with the law before and I didn’t know what to do. Mr. Hudson reached out to me after I inquired about my legal options. He listened very well and understood the stress that was going on in my mind. He offered to pursue every legal option at my disposal and turned a very stressful situation around. While I highly recommend not to drink and drive, I highly recommend Mr. Hudson. A DUI conviction Would’ve wrecked my whole life but thanks to Mr. Hudson I was able to get through this without a conviction and the chance to get my records sealed. I don’t plan on ever getting a DUI again but if I ever got injured I would definitely hire him again. He is a very knowledgeable attorney who will explore every legal option and loophole for you.
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Posted by Ross | August 11, 2020
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Go To DUI Defense Lawyer
I suffered a medical event while driving that left me disoriented and resulted in a collision. I was arrested for DUI. When I blew zeros the deputy decided that I must be high on prescription medication and booked me for that. I reviewed information on a dozen attorneys and selected two to interview. The first had a nice office but little practical experience. He immediately talked about the opportunities for a plea deal, which I was not interested in. Tom Hudson's office was not as nice but he has tried hundreds of DUI cases and literally wrote the book on DUI defense. He was knowledgeable and capable but his greatest talent may have been in client management. I was outraged and wanted to light a fire under someone. Tom calmed me down and prepared me for the long game. The state kicked this case around for a year and a half, without making a decision. Tom advised hiring an expert witness who provided compelling expert observations, negating the claims made in the arrest report. Prosecutors offered various "deals", all of which were rejected. After a year and a half Tom spoke with a senior prosecutor and convinced him that the best course of action would be to dismiss the criminal charges. The prosecutor agreed to dismiss the criminal charges if I would plead guilty, or no contest, to a traffic infraction. Tom was, rightly, concerned with potential liability in a civil trial with punitive damages. I refused to do that but Tom salvaged the deal by convincing the prosecutor to send the infraction to traffic court, to be heard by a traffic judge, and dismissing the criminal charges. This was a very satisfactory outcome and I'm convinced that other attorneys would not have achieved the same result. Tom was the real deal and definitely gave me my money's worth. I highly recommend him.
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Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2020
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Couldn't be happier
I am very happy to have used Mr. Tom Hudson as my attorney. I've been misleaded from other attorneys in the past and was very scared at first. After consulting with him and going over the strategy he had in mind I felt comfortable.
He is honest, hard working and helped me with my 2nd violation in My 3rd DUI. Just weeks before I was to terminate my probation my PO officer hit me with a violation that he said happened 4 months prior. I spent less than a day in jail and Tom had an emergency hearing planned for the next morning and got me out with only 25 hrs community service and probation for 3 months.
I'm grateful with the end result
Joy H.
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Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2020
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Amazing
Having Tom representing me was the best decision I have made! He was very knowledgeable and reliable. Always did what he said he would do, kept me informed at all times, and was honest and straightforward about my options. His team is also friendly and didn’t make you feel worse than you already did. Highly recommend Tom!
Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2020
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Very efficient and friendly
Mr. Hudson and his staff were all very pleasant to work with. He was extremely helpful and thoroughly explained all processes from start to finish which relieved a lot of my anxiety in this situation. Process was very quick even through this pandemic and courts being shut down. End result being DUI knocked down to reckless which can then be expunged, leaving me with no record at all. A+!
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Posted by anonymous | July 9, 2020
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Giving me my life back.
Tom Hudson , no words can express my gratitude, Tom has given, my life back to me, I had been charged with DUI , do to a reaction from a Ambien sleeping med ,
I was lost , I felt my life was over!
Thanks to Tom , my case was dismissed!! Yaaa . I owe him big !!
Thanks Tom , you’re the greatest!!
Posted by Melodi | July 8, 2020
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Excellent DUI attorney
I was really nervous about the court process after getting a DUI. Tom relieved a lot of stress for me!
Tom is extremely good at explaining the entire process. He goes above and beyond giving you advice about how to handle things even outside the courtroom.
He handled everything for me, gave me my options....and he listened to me. I think that’s very important.
He made a bad situation a lot better!
I highly recommend!
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Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2020
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Great attorney
Mr. Hudson is a great attorney from start to finish. He takes the time and explains all options, ultimately leaving the decision up to me. He genuinely cares about his clients.
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2019
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Great Job!
Getting a second DUI within 5 years of the first can have very serious consequences. Tom will look at every angle of your case and present you with all the options you need to make the decision that makes the most sense for you. He will give you his honest opinion as to which choice has the best potential but ultimately it’s your choice to make and he’ll fight for you and your decision on how to proceed. The outcome of my recent trial went better than I anticipated and I am confident Tom and I made the right choice.
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Posted by Brian | October 29, 2019
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Dui trial
Always kept me informed and worked diligently on my case. Found every flaw that the cops made to win it. I got the since that we were friends the way he talked to me
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DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Tom Hudson for several years through our association in the National College of DUI Defense. I consider Tom to be one of the most talented and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever met. He is tenacious and creative. I highly endorse Tom for any matter that he handles."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tom Hudson is one of Florida's brightest and most diligent DUI advocates. He has constructed a web site that offers free information to citizens accused of DUI, and has made it as user-friendly as possible. I have sponsored numerous advanced training seminars in Atlanta as well as NHTSA-approved courses that he has attended, to assure his clients that he is up-to-date on all the latest in legal challenges to the State's evidence. Tom has one more talent that most skilled attorneys do not --- a commanding voice and courtroom delivery that gets jurors' attention, and a judge's attention. He is one of the stars of DUI defense on the west coast of central Florida."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hudson is a highly skilled and professional attorney. He shows compassion for his clients and is one of the most knowledgeable DUI attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. A true asset to the legal community."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is extremely experienced in DUI and Personal Injury Law. He is a compassionate, warm individual who looks out for his client's needs."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Sep 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have listened to this man speak at National DUI events and most recently in Key West. I am impressed with his DUI certification but more than that he truly speaks from his heart. He cares for his clients beyond the courtroom in a way that few professionals do. I recently referred him a Florida case, and could not find enough nice words to describe him."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an extremely experienced trial attorney with a wealth of knowledge. He provides zealous representation to those who have been charged with DUI. I highly recommend Tom to anyone who is facing DUI or any other criminal charges."
Unknown Attorney | Jun 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"If I had a friend or family member in Western Florida who needed legal help I would recommend that they employ Mr. Thomas Hudson as their lawyer and do so promptly. I have known Mr. Hudson for a number of years through our professional associations and am very familar with his reputation as a highly skilled advocate. He is simply one of the best in the business."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Wonderful DUI attorney. I have gotten to know Thomas as a result of the the DUI seminars that we both attend throughout the Country on an ongoing basis for the benefit of our clients. Thomas takes the time from his busy practice, to hone his skills in order to bring cutting edge knowledge back to his clients. He is a strong and effective advocate that cares about the people he helps."
"By and through the National College for DUI Defense, and that of multiple national DUI defense training seminars over this past decade, I have had the privilege of getting to know Mr. Hudson both personally and professionally. His name, reputation and competency in the area of DUI defense both within the state of Florida and nationally is of the highest quality. He cares deeply about those that put their well being in his hands and is well known for giving his absolute finest effort always. Simply put, and particularly in that of central/western Florida down the coast line, you will find no better in the area of DUI defense than Tom Hudson. Period."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I first met Tom when I was a Prosecutor. Tom was one of the defense attorneys I worked with often that always zealously advocated for his clients. Tom and I even had trial together where he fought hard for his client and you could see his passion. Today, I still see Tom as a strong defender for his clients. He never gives up. He is a great attorney."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tom is a great DUI defense lawyer and someone you can trust. He has a tremendous understanding of the law as well as the science involved in drunk driving cases. Tom is also an engaging speaker and an altogether great guy on a personal level. He is well respected across the nation by many of my peers in the DUI defense community."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Tom Hudson throughout years of his dedicated contributions and participation in the National College for DUI Defense. Tom is a fighter for his clients. His enormous knowledge of DUI defense gives him the upper hand when defending his clients. DUI defense is not easy. A qualified attorney such as Tom is needed to fight DUI allegations. I recommend Tom Hudson for anyone accused of a criminal violation is the Sarasota area."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"When I first met Tom he was quick to share information that would help my clients charged with DUI. Tom has received Board Certification in DUI Defense. Very few lawyers attempt to pass this grueling examination; it requires tremendous dedication. Tom has that dedication for his clients. I give him the highest recommendation."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tom Hudson is one of the top DUI lawyers in America. Fewer than 40 lawyers in this country have been able to pass the examination for Board Certification in DUI Defense - Tom is one of the few. Being Board Certified means that he has the highest qualifications needed to defend DUI case. I have known him for many years. I have discussed and studied DUI law with him. I turn to him for advice. I would have no hesitation in sending my family or friends to him if they had a DUI.
Wayne R. Foote, Esq.
Board Certified OUI Defense Law Specialist
Bangor, Maine"
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tom Hudson is a dedicated and zealous advocate for his DUI clients. As a fellow member of the National College for DUI Defense, Mr. Hudson is known within this national organization as a terrific lawyer and is up to date on the latest DUI laws and defenses. He is highly trained and experienced in this area and I highly endorse this lawyer's work."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Tom Hudson since 2000. He has a reputation as one of the outstanding DUI defense lawyers in America. I would not hesitate to send a family member to him. My highest endosement."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jul 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tom Hudson is a knowledgable and zealous advocate, and draws on a wealth of experience that serves his clients on a daily basis. Not satisfied with resting on that experience, he takes every opportunity to learn new ways to defend the rights of his clients and better represent his clients' interests. Mr. Hudson is as serious and hardworking lawyer as they come, and he has my deepest respect. I highly endorse this lawyer's work."