Rick A. Buchwalter

Rick A. Buchwalter

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 37 years

Lawsuits and disputes Lawyer at Tarpon Springs, FL
Practice Areas: Lawsuits & Disputes, Business, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

39780 U.S. Highway 19 North, Tarpon Springs, FL

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Rick

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 37 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Sonny Im

39780 U.S. Highway 19 North, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689-8306

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Rick A. Buchwalter's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Charlie | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

DON'T READ THIS, UNLESS YOU NEED A GREAT ATTORNEY.

I am the kind of person who never wants to see a Doctor, but if I do, I want the best one available. When needed, my Lawyer, Rick Buchwalter, has consistently produced great results for me in court at reasonable rates, and his advice has proved to be invaluable. He always takes the time to explain th...e various risks and remedies apropos to any legal challenge in a direct and easy to understand manner, many times saving the need for his further services. Rick Buchwalter is an Attorney of integrity, and has sent me to other, specialized counsel if he feels it would serve me best. One more thing, his Paralegal & Office Mgr., Julie, is cheerful, patient and on the ball! On your first visit you will see exactly what I am saying above, and will feel protected, like one of the family, in short order. Thank you, Rick and Julie

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2008 | Lawsuits & Disputes

I have used Mr. Buchwalter's services on 3 separate occasions and have found him to be an excellant attorney.

He was very responsive and kept me informed on all the on going situation as they developed. I have been around many lawyers and have found wide range of talent and personalities. My three civil matters were handled efficiently and effectively by Mr. Buchwalter and he was very attentive to my cost ...involvement. He was not cheap, but I will use him again when the need arises.

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Rick A. Buchwalter's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Tyson

Business lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Rick for over 17 years. He is highly competent and is dedicated to the welfare of his clients. His clients will benefit from a high standard of professionalism and experience."

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Nicholas Glover

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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William Tyson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sonny Im

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - 2007

Shareholder, Buchwalter Law Group

2002 - 2004

Vice President and Assistant Corporate Counsel, Raymond James Financial, Inc.

1997 - 2002

Vice President Office Services, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

1990 - 1997

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office, Sixth Judicial Circuit

1988 - 1990

Associate, John T. Allen, Jr., P.A.

Associations

Clearwater Bar Association

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Greater Clearwater Chamber of Commerce

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Florida vs. Clint Chapman

Not Guilty, sexual battery; guilty, simple battery

State v. Joseph Altamura

Guilty of Vehicular Homicide

Pinellas County v. Interpace Corporation et al

$24.8 million verdict

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Education

1988

The Florida State University College of Law

Juris Doctor with Honors

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