Thomas Luke Colter

Thomas Luke Colter

2.4
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Stuart, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Car Accidents

520 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

All felonies, misdemeanors, violations of probation, bond hearings, early termination of probation, and sealing and expunging of records

24 years

45%
Family 45%

All areas of family law including divorce, modifications, parenting plans, relocation, child support, contempt, adoptions, and temporary custody.

22 years

45%
Car Accident 10%

Injuries sustained from automobile accidents.

21 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 6 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2019

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2003

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 4 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2022

MCLE Non-Practicing

No misconduct found

Location

Colter Law Group

520 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL, 34994-2804

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Thomas Luke Colter's Reviews

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2.4 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | July 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Do not hire this unprofessional thief

Talks the talk but then sends inexperience staff to court, who lack not just experience but basic knowledge of law. They will charge you even for voicemails left on your phone, and when I tried to call and ask about charges he screamed at me and was extremely disrespectful and derogatory, telling me... that he was going to tell the office to never answer my calls again, and to sue him if I wanted to, when I just called to ask why they kept charging me even after the trial was over. He is the most disrespectful and unprofessional person I have ever met, he was screaming and completely lost his mind in 2 seconds after asking why I was being charged for emails and voicemails after trial, please hear my advice and research for a better lawyer or you will regret it. The person that he put on my divorce case was corrected by the judge multiple times in court for not knowing how to address the court or using law terms that were incorrect, which made us look incompetent. Research before you hire a lawyer. I completely regret my decision of hiring this firm.

Posted by Melody | October 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Confused

an entire year later and my gut still feels like something's wrong after my case. I feel as though he took my money and did nothing. It was almost like he sent me in to get the charge while lining his pockets. His wife(if that's who it is) even called me before my court date to tell me court was m...oved and it was my best bet to take the date.... I was confused out of my mind. Something in my gut tells me that I made a bad decision retaining him. wonder how he is still in business.

Posted by Timothy | June 01, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

I recently was in need of legal representation and contacted Colter law group. Upon reviewing situation Tom advised me of my options. I made my decision based on all pertinent information and hired him. I most likely was going to prison due to my behavior. Tom was able keep me out of prison and at ho...me with my family due to his expertise and knowledge of the judicial system. I also feel that he really did not want me to be away from my 3 year old son, as he is a compassionate man. I am thankful that I contacted Tom and he was a straight shooter with me about my situation. I would recommend consulting the Colter Law Group for any legal needs. Tim Moriarty

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Nice and Respectful until you pay them!!!

My experience with Tom Colter was horrible. At first he spoke about all the things he was going to do to help my case. He did nothing, didnt hear from him for weeks, never calls back and is very short with me on the phone, (thats if you actually get him on the phone). Right before my hearing, all he ...did was tell me how screwed up i am and was always trying to bring me down. He is the cockiest person I have ever met in my life. He didnt even stay for the whole hearing, he had some guy fill in for him half way through that I had never even met. I paid him thousands of dollars, then after months of him not calling to let me know whats going on with my case, he tells me to plead guilty, that I will lose in trial. Please look around before you retain this guy, if you have to use this law firm at least use Jorge, he is a nice man!

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John Sucher

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a fighter through and through! If you or a loved one need help fighting for your freedom, Tom has the tenacity and experience to help you through the process (and the trial results to prove it). I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Owner/Trial Attorney, Colter Law Group

2002 - 2004

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office 19th Judicial Circuit

Education

2002

Florida State University College of Law

Juris Doctor,

2000

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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