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Stefan Paul Campagna
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Biography
Once a defendant in Sarasota County’s juvenile justice system, Attorney Stefan Campagna now serves to protect your rights if you have been accused of a crime. As an adolescent, Stefan was faced with several criminal charges and eventually referred to the Teen Court of Sarasota. After a successful completion of sanctions, he made the decision to give back with his academic and eventual professional aspirations.
Stefan graduated from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University in New York, and after spending time with the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, returned to Florida in order to impact the system that first introduced him to the courtroom.
Now a lawyer that practices in the area of criminal law, Stefan has represented hundreds of individuals across Sarasota County who have been accused of misdemeanor and felony crimes. As a former defendant, Stefan focuses on each case as if it were his own, paying special attention to each detail, and taking the time to personally communicate with each of his clients. After starting a youth court in New York, Stefan has been an integral influence in juvenile diversion policy across the country.
He currently serves as the Program Administrator for the National Association of Youth Courts, producing and overseeing the substantive content disseminated to programs across the country, as well as providing consulting services to several governmental and legislative agencies – including SAMHSA, OSDFS, and multiple states.
Over the past decade, Stefan has guest lectured in high schools, colleges, and governmental and community-based forums across the country. Stefan also served as a panel member at the American Bar Association’s 2011 Mid-Year Meeting during which he advocated the successful passage of the ABA Resolution in Support of Youth Courts. His proudest distinction, however, is as a board member and the public relations chairman of the same Teen Court of Sarasota which he attended as a juvenile.
Stefan is a member of the Florida Bar Association, Sarasota County Bar Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
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Licensed in Florida for 12 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2013
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Location
Band Gates & Dramis
2070 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL, 34237
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Posted by Erik | April 19, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Exceptional Criminal Defense Attorney – Highly Recommended!
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working alongside Stefan Campagna for the past several years, and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional criminal defense attorney. Not only does he possess extensive knowledge and experience in criminal law, but his commitment to his clients is unparal...
Stefan Paul Campagna's Lawyer Endorsements
"Stefan Campagna is caring, compassionate, and zealous. Unlike many attorneys I have practiced against in my past 20+ years, Stefan has an unsurpassed interpersonal skills. If I ever need an attorney, I'm calling him first!"
"I have known Stefan for several years and have personally witnessed him fiercely advocating for his clients countless times. He has a genuine desire to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients and he fights until the end. I strongly endorse Stefan Campagna"
"I worked with Stefan on a cooperative divorce matter. He was approachable and available, and, because of this, we were able to reach a timely agreement and obtain closure for our clients. I hope to work with him again in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stefan may be a new attorney, but he is a highly effective attorney for whom I have the greatest respect. He is intelligent and personable with a high degree of professionalism. Stefan cares very deeply about his clients, the law, and obtaining the best result for a client. I have known Stefan prior to becoming and attorney and for three years since becoming an attorney and I am impressed. I have worked together with Stephan and consulted with him on several cases, and would not hesitate to refer clients to him in the future. I have given his office permission to release my contact information if you'd like to verify this review, please refer to Attorney Allan B."
"I can't say enough positives about Mr. Campagna. He is a tireless advocate, knows the law, knows the local community, and he is a striking example of when hard work meets perseverance. He is well respected in the community by Judges, prosecutors, and even court room staff. He's a true professional."
"I endorse Stefan P. Campagna. After knowing him for fourteen years and watching him blossom into a tactful and learned attorney, it is evident that he is what the legal community needs. He has helped numerous clients in receiving no jail time and reducing their criminal charges substantially. There is no question that when a client has criminal needs, I send them to Stefan Paul Campagna."
"Stefan is one of the most respected criminal defense lawyers in the Sarasota area. I highly endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Honorary Alumni, Teen Court of Sarasota
2015
Honorary Member, Association of Retired Attorneys of Sarasota, Inc.
2012
Dennis Wood Memorial Award, Teen Court of Sarasota
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Band Gates & Dramis
2014 - 2017
Attorney, Mack Law Firm Chartered
2012 - 2014
Consultant, JBS International, Inc.
Associations
2016 - Present
Teen Court of SarasotaBoard Member
2014 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Florida BarMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
National Association of Youth CourtsProgram Administrator
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. DW
Both charges dismissed
State v. BB
All charges dropped
State v. TL
Charges dismissed
State v. IA
Charges dropped
Education
2012
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
University of Central Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
2004
Pine View School for the Gifted
Speaking Engagements
2015
Missouri Youth Court Summit
Keynote Speaker
2013
ATCA Summer Conference
Keynote Speaker
2012
OSDFS Annual Conference in Washington, D.C.
Keynote Speaker
2012
Hunter College (NYC)
Guest Lecturer
2011
ABA Mid Year Conference
Panel Speaker
Publications
2016
The Docket Sarasota County Bar Association
Teen Court: Sarasota's Best Unintentionally Kept Secret
2015
Southern Poverty Law Center News
Florida policies needlessly derail young lives, fill prison cells
2013
Sarasota Herald Tribune
Sarasota native Stefan Campagna a poster child for teen court
2013
Hofstra Law News
Alumnus Stefan Campagna ’12 Is Poster Child for Sarasota Teen Court
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Spanish
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11 Aug 2017
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