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4.9 /5.0
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also known as Jimmy Brown, Esq.
40 Years Serving Hernando County; Former Chief Trial Lawyer for the 5th District State Attorney's Office; Former Chief of Homicide and Major Crimes Division; Hernando County Prosecutor for 8 years; Past President of the Hernando-Citrus-Sumter Bar Assoc.;Death Penalty Qualified Counsel (Only Death Qualified Private Attorney in Hernando County); Handled more than 200 Criminal Jury Trials, Prosecution & Defense; Experienced in all Types of Criminal Proceedings. Florida Blue Key Member and Charter Member of Citrus/Hernando County Inns of Court.
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
State: Florida
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
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Posted by Margaret | April 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Awesome
My grandson had a couple of felonies that I hired Attorney J Brown for. I was very pleased with the way he handled my grandson's case. The outcome was great. Lori and the other ladies I met in the office were very pleasant, knowledgeable, and friendly. Thank you all for your kindness.
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...
Posted by Marvin | October 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Mr. Brown was like a member of my family.
My family was involved in a very difficult custodial situation concerning our granddaughter. Not only is Mr. Brown a phenomenal attorney with extensive knowledge in regards to family law, he was a sympathetic ear and source of comfort for us. His staff was as well. He is an advocate for childre...
Posted by Todd | September 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Perfect outcomes!
I have had circumstances that required my hiring of Mr. Brown for several criminal cases. In each instance I am happily surprised to discover anew he has not let his success diminish his genuine care for the individual. He has worked several cases for me that were all plead out successfully and made ...
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent support and case outcome
Mr. Brown expertly defended my case with a result that exceeded my expectations. His experience, knowledge and caring approach sets him apart from other attorneys.
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Brown aggressively advocates for his clients while conducting himself in a professional manner at all times."
"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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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
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Certified for Federal Law, US Supreme Court
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
1995 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1988 - Present
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
1988 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1988 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1985 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1977 - Present
Hernando County Bar AssociationMember
1976 - Present
Hernando, Sumter, Citrus Bar AssociationMember
1982 - 1983
Hernando, Sumter, Citrus Bar AssociationPresident
1979 - 1980
Tri-County Bar AssociationPresident
Jury verdict of Not Guilty
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2023
Trust Accounting Workshop - CLE Attended
2022
What is Probate? - CLE Attended
2021
Trust Accounts by the Book - CLE Attended
2021
Top 7 Mistakes Attorneys Face with Their Trust Account - CLE Attended
2021
Maintaining a Trustworthy Trust Account - CLE Attended
2021
Federal Courts 101: Motions, Trial and Post-Trial - CLE Attended
2021
FACDL Criminal Law Certification and Review - CLE Attended
2008
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2008
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James earned significant contribution points in 2012.
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22 Jun 2015
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14 Jun 2015
Is the diversion program available for felony video voyeurism, first offense in citrus county?
12 Jun 2015