James Martin Brown

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James Martin Brown

also known as Jimmy Brown, Esq.

4.9
89 reviews
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Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 48 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Brooksville, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family ... +3 more

211 S Main St, Brooksville, FL

About James

Biography

Over 49 Years Serving And Fighting For You! Call Today.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

49 years

30%
DUI and DWI 25%

10 years

25%
Family 20%

10 years

20%
Probate 10%

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

10%
Federal Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Silver Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 45 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1981

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 48 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1977

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James Martin Brown

211 S Main St, Brooksville, FL, 346013337

brooksvillelawyer.com/

James Martin Brown's Reviews

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Posted by Alicia | March 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best attorney in town!

Jimmy represented me during my divorce and other family legal situations. He was attentive and informative throughout the entire process. His office staff was helpful and caring, I would not go to anyone but him!

Posted by Susan | February 23, 2018

A Lawyer who cares

I consulted with Jimmy Brown who took his time and patiently answered all my questions. Afterwards, Jimmy would even answer my email questions. A seasoned Attorney with many years of public service.

Posted by Eva | November 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

25 years and I live in Vermont!

I had met Jimmy Brown 25 years ago when I was a bit less experienced and mixed up to say the least. I needed legal help for a few reasons. I now am older but have family in Florida , and they needed a GREAT lawyer , like a legal HERCULES right away!!! And a 'change' from a public defender w...ho seemed to be 'out to lunch' all the time , as soon as I could I called Jimmy Brown . I am over 2000 miles away and live in Vermont and am so very pleased that I could hire Jimmy, and that he has taken over the case for my family. I can rest assure things will work out much better. As I see it from Vermont......He is top of the mountain!! If you can hire him, do it!!

Posted by Michele | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Couldnt have hired a better attorney

I got a great feeling the first time I sat down with Jimmy and explained my circumstances to him. My situation was complicated due to a criminal record that stemmed from drug abuse. Although I have long ago overcome those issues and my present situation was an honest mistake the deck was stacked agai...nst me. I thought for sure I was going to prison. But after talking to Jimmy I felt the weight of the world lifted off my shoulders. He believed me and he gave me hope where i thouht there was none. It was not my first consultation but it was definately my last. I knew immediately that he would do anything in his power to help me. He has an amazing energy and of all the people I have encountered in my 54yrs,he is truly one of the most genuine. He is not only very respected in the courtroom but truly liked as well. This was made evident by how he was received by his colleagues. His entire staff is courteous and professional as well and I although I certainly hope to never need them again I would not hesitate to hire them again or recommend them to anybody else in need. I personally couldn't have asked for a better outcome.

Posted by Josephine | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Attorney

Wow ! What can I say ... I have endless respect for this Law Firm. Even though I was a victim and made to look like the criminal ..., Mr. James Brown "Jimmy" changed that and I couldn't be more pleased and very happy with the outcome. It was a long journey on removing injunctions that should of nev...er been, but soooo worth it. Jimmy your truly a treasure in the Court of Law . Thank you for fighting for an outstanding outcome. Also a big thank you to Catie Brown , Brandi, Francine and Anna for all your help too.

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James Martin Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristie Ruppe

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jimmy Brown is an Icon in Hernando County. His experience and knowledge of the law as well as the local Legal community are exceeded by no one. An excellent attorney and a dependable ally."

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Michael Conageski

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Marlowe

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Brown aggressively advocates for his clients while conducting himself in a professional manner at all times."

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Clifford Travis

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Jimmy for many years and worked with him on a number of cases over 30 years. Attorneys are by nature fairly bright people, but I consider Jimmy to be a brilliant lawyer, one of the 2 or 3 best I have ever known."

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Christopher Mulligan

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Hon. Order of Kentucky Colonels, Governor, Commonwealth of Kentucky

1976

Florida Blue Key, The University of Florida

1973

Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa Alpha Chapter

N/A

Certified for Federal Law, US Supreme Court

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Attorney at Law, Private Law Practice

1980 - 1984

Chief of Homicide Division, State Attorney's Office- Hernando County

1979 - 1984

Chief of Major Crimes Division, State Attorney's Office

1977 - 1984

Deputy State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

Associations

1995 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1988 - Present

American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

1988 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1988 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1985 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1977 - Present

Hernando County Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

Hernando, Sumter, Citrus Bar Association

Member

1982 - 1983

Hernando, Sumter, Citrus Bar Association

President

1979 - 1980

Tri-County Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Paul Thompson

Jury verdict of Not Guilty

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Education

1976

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

The George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

Trust Accounting Workshop

Trust Accounting Workshop - CLE Attended

2022

What is Probate?

What is Probate? - CLE Attended

2021

Trust Accounts by the Book

Trust Accounts by the Book - CLE Attended

2021

Top 7 Mistakes Attorneys Face with Their Trust Account

Top 7 Mistakes Attorneys Face with Their Trust Account - CLE Attended

2021

Maintaining a Trustworthy Trust Account

Maintaining a Trustworthy Trust Account - CLE Attended

2021

Federal Courts 101: Motions, Trial and Post-Trial

Federal Courts 101: Motions, Trial and Post-Trial - CLE Attended

2021

FACDL Criminal Law Certification and Review

FACDL Criminal Law Certification and Review - CLE Attended

2008

Nancy Grace

Case Comparison: Casey Anthony and Tiffany Mitchell

2008

Anderson Cooper 360

Case Comparison: Casey Anthony and Tiffany Mitchell

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

Top Contributor

James earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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