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Biography
Pawuk & Pawuk, PA consists of Stephanie Pawuk and Daniel Pawuk and practices primarily criminal law. We also will take certian family law, landlord/tenant and business disputes.
Mrs. Pawuk, licensed since 2001, began as a prosecutor in the State Attorney's Office in Clearwater, Florida. She has extensive experience in juvenile law as well as domestic violence and all felony cases. She began a private practice in 2004 and opened the office in Trinity, FL in 2008.
Mrs. Pawuk volunteers as a Guardian ad Litem and in her children's school.
She has won awards for her volunteer work with domestic violence victims in both Pinellas and Pasco Counties.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
25 years | 1,000 cases
Domestic Violence
15%
25 years | 250 cases
Expungement
15%
25 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Pawuk & Pawuk, PA
3610 Galileo Drive, Suite 104, New Port Richey, FL, 34655-1794
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Posted by Sabrina | July 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
You're in Great Hands!
I spoke to several lawyers before hiring this law firm. Both Dan and Stephanie are former prosecuting attorneys and they drew on their experience from the other side of the table. They knew exactly what to expect and they were thorough and honest. They were responsive, non judgmental and easy to tal...
Posted by Patricia | September 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Stephanie Thompson Pawuk: A Excellent Attorney-My Hero
Since 2012, Stephanie Thompson Pawuk has been my attorney. She has won every case for me. In 2012, I hired Stephanie in a in landlord/tenant dispute. Also in 2012, Stephanie represented me and convinced the same landlord to give back my security deposit. extend my move out. Again in 2018, I c...
Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Attorney
Stephanie is an outstanding and diligent attorney. She has the combined expertise and compassion to represent anyone in the need of an attorney. She will provide them with exceptional representation, as well as explaining the legal process. I would definitely hire them again.
Posted by Mike | February 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Efficient, professional and kind
Ms. Pawuk defended our case successfully. She was honest, straight-forward and very efficient. Her communication was excellent and she went above and beyond to help us. I would highly recommend her if needed.
Posted by Robert | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Good counseling
I hired Stepanie for a felony. Apparently it was againnst the law to do odd jobs in the State of Florida. So I hired her. She guided through the process and the good part is her husband Dan assisted her with some different ideas to get me out of this dilemma. I would highly recommend them to anyone w...
Stephanie Thompson Pawuk's Lawyer Endorsements
"I met Stephanie at a bar association meeting last year and was so impressed by her knowledge and her passion in all that she does. When I need to brainstorm with a colleague, I call Stephanie."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Stephanie to be the consummate professional as well as tenacious in defense of her client's rights."
"Mrs. Pawuk's knowledge and experience are only rivaled by her work ethic. Both as a prosecutor and in private practice, her tenacity and understanding of the law stood out. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Carolyn Margolies
Personal injury lawyer
Joshua Sheridan
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Pro Bono Attorney Of The Year, Pasco County
2010
Attorney of the Year, Salvation Army Domestic Violence Shelter
2010
Guardian Ad Litem Of The Month, Guardian Ad Litem
2005
Pro Bono Award, Bay Area Legal Services
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Partner, Pawuk & Pawuk, P.A.
2005 - 2009
State Prosecutor, Pinellas County State Attorney
2005 - 2007
Attorney, Guardian Ad Litem For Superior, District & Juvenile Courts
2001 - 2004
Assistant Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney Pinellas County
Associations
2017 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Women Lawyers of PascoMember
2010 - Present
West Pasco Bar Association, Criminal/Juvenile Law CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Burglary/ Battery
Charge Reduced
Education
2001
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2017
Florida Criminal Lawyer Blog
Juvenile Detention - Top 10 things to do if your child is Arrested
2016
Florida Criminal Law Blog
Miranda Warnings in Real Life
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
If a attorney was the one that file the restraining order on my o behalf of my wife can my wife go to court and drop it?
04 Dec 2018
Q&A
Friend arrested on VOP from 12 years back for unpaid fines, judge who originally issued warrant retired, who is now responsible?
02 Dec 2018
Q&A
Warrant, Extradition
04 Dec 2018