James Robert Dirmann

James Robert Dirmann

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 55 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime, Personal Injury

100 Wallace Ave Ste 240, Sarasota, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 55 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1970

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

James R. Dirmann, P.A.

100 Wallace Ave Ste 240, Sarasota, FL, 34237-6043

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James Robert Dirmann's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Courtney | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate and hard working

Mr. Dirmann is not only an amazing lawyer, but also an amazing person. He's very involved and really cares about his clients. He knows just about everyone in the court system. Walking just from his office to the court house he stopped and spoke to about 15 people. Having those kind of connections hel...ps tremendously. We were in and out of the court house within 5 minutes. He even got me in as the first case and the results of the case were the best possible. I HIGHLY recommend Mr. Dirmann to anyone who is having legal issues. Thank you, Mr. Dirmann!

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Lawyer Who Cares

I didn't think that I would be able to go through with my career plans or do well in school while I was in the midst of my case. Life was chaotic during this time and I didn't think I would be able to gracefully make it through but Mr. Dirmann took charge of my case so I didn't have to worry about an...ything. I sincerely feel that he took my future into consideration when he was working on my case to make sure that I had the best outcome possible so I wouldn't be held back by mistakes. If you want a lawyer who you want to care about your well being, then give Jim Dirmann a call.

Posted by David | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Look no further . . .

My first introduction to Jim Dirmann was when a close friend strongly recommended I contact him for assistance with a very difficult legal problem I had. When you’re in trouble, your mind is foggy and your emotions are running so strong that it’s nearly impossible to think clearly. Unable at that t...ime to know where else to go for help, I took my friend’s advice and went to see Jim. From the moment we shook hands, I knew that Jim was the right person to turn to – and the level of service, passion, and commitment I received from that point on proved that my instincts were absolutely right. That was over 30 years ago, and I’ve had both a professional and personal relationship with Jim ever since. I’m sincerely proud to be able to call this former United States Marine Corps Captain my friend. When you’re in trouble - or have a legal issue - it’s a critical time and you need the very best and most dedicated legal assistance. Who you pick to help you is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your life. If you choose an attorney because they have frequent and flashy television commercials, you’re making a serious mistake. If you need an attorney, let me give you the very same great advice I got over 30 years ago: call Mr. Jim Dirmann.

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James Robert Dirmann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Liane McCurry

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is one of the finest attorney's in out legal community with over 35 years experience. His work ethic, compassion for his clients, respect for the members of our local Bar and the Court serve as a model for the finest in our profession. Liane McCurry, Esquire, Law Office of Liane McCurry.com"

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Matthew Sandburg

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Jim Dirmann. Jim has been a mentor to me since I began my criminal defense practice. Not only is Jim a Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, but he cares about his clients and works as hard as any attorney I know to achieve the best result for them. Jim is highly respected for his knowledge, his ethics, and his dedication to his clients in our legal community. You are in very good hands hiring Jim Dirmann for a Criminal Defense or Personal Injury matter."

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Marc Falco

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandon Daniels

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"JIm Dirmann is a very talented and valuable member of the Sarasota legal community. His knowledge of criminal defense is vast and his veracity to defend his client's is unmatched."

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Darren Finebloom

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. From the Federal to State courtrooms James has an amazing handle on both civil and criminal law. His work ethic is amazing I can't remember a time when I have been at the office and James was not there as well that includes weekends. He is a credit to our profession."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Professionalism Award, John M. Scheb American Inn of Court

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Recognition, Florida Super Lawyers

2007

"James Slater" Criminal Lawyer Award for Professionalism, Sarasota County Bar Association

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Recognition, Florida Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Associations

2010 - Present

Florida Veterans for Common Sense, Inc.

Treasurer, Board Member and Member

1976 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1970 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1970 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2002 - 2003

Sarasota County Bar Association, Judicial Evaluation Committee

Chair

1978 - 1980

Sarasota County Bar Association

Board of Directors

1976 - 1979

Sarasota County Bar Association, Grievance Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Gale

All Charges Dismissed

State v. Shaffer

On Robbery with Weapon client was found Not Guilty by Jury and Attempted Murder charge was Dismissed

State v. Newell

Charge was dismissed

State v. Ankner

Not Guilty

State v. Wilbanks

Charge was dismissed

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Education

1970

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1964

California State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Sarasota County Bar Association Section on Pro Bono Representation

"Pro Bono Representation of Veterans"

2015

Courts Assisting Vets Program, Hosting Statewide Women's Veterans Conference and Veterans Farm

Discuss principles and goals of Florida Veterans for Common Sense

Publications

2007

Encyclopedia of American Civil Liberties and Rights, Vol. I DUI Field Tests and Breath Tests

1969

Mercer Law Review Federal Jurisdiction - Manufactured Diversity, A Return To The Meaning of 28 U.S.C. 1359

1968

Mercer Law Review Constitutional Law - Georgia Vagrancy Statute, An Analysis of Status Criminality
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