Thomas Klemens Almquist

Thomas Klemens Almquist

5.0
Rating: 4.0

Licensed for 16 years

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2010

Membership Lapsed

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

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Thomas Klemens Almquist's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2013 | Marriage & Prenuptials

Trustworthy, helpful, and looking out for his client's best interest.

Thomas was extremely helpful with my prenuptial agreement. He made sure that it was a fair agreement despite my emotions and desire to just give in from the start.

Posted by James | May 29, 2013

Highly recommended.

Walked us through the entire process, told us what to expect and kept us informed. Much more professional and knowledgeable than we expected for someone who hasn't been in practice for decades but he was recommended by a friend and we're glad we used him. Would definitely recommend to others.

Posted by Nathan | May 28, 2013

A+

Excellent advice!!! Explored all my options with me. Highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Good Lawyer!

Tom work hard for his clients. He got me a great deal on my case. He don't take no crap from the state.

Posted by Brad | March 13, 2013

Very Helpful

Mr.Almquist is very helpful and pleasant to work with. He helped me obtain information that I needed in a timely manner.

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Thomas Klemens Almquist's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Shields

General practice lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Angelique Kelley

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Snyder

Unknown lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Tom on cases before. He is smart, motivated and dedicated to getting the most for his clients. Would recommend.."

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Scott Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney!"

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Amber Patwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Almquist has a wealth of knowledge in the area of criminal defense. I endorse this lawyer. If you are in need of an attorney in Gainesville or the surrounding areas, I would recommend giving this attorney a call."

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Michael Potter

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Almquist brings considerable experience and professional skills to the service of his clients. Every question he answers on Avvo.Com further demonstrates his keen knowledge of the law. He is a credit to the legal profession and I am proud to give him my peer endorsement as a fellow attorney."

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Almquist is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Chris Limberopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Geoffrey Mason

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Tom Almquist - He is one of the smartest individuals in the area and works tremendously hard on his cases to achieve the best outcome for his clients. He is tremendously compassionate and cares deeply about his clients."

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Heather Pastoor

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christine Francescani

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am lucky to know Tom personally and professionally, and his clients (and potential clients!) are exceedingly lucky he has chosen law and public service as his profession."

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Nicole Hardin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He fights hard for his clients and is a great trial attorney."

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Jason Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christi Daisey-Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer

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Amber Patwell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Varinia Van Ness

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Edwards

Criminal defense lawyer

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Don Waggoner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Potter

Estate planning lawyer

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Geoffrey Mason

Criminal defense lawyer

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Heather Pastoor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicole Hardin

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  4.0 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2019

updated on 10/14/2019

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2007

Dean's List, University of Florida Levin College of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner and Attorney at Law, The Law Office of Thomas Almquist

2012 - 2013

Attorney at Law, Samuel A. Mutch, P.A.

2010 - 2012

Assistant Public Defender, Fifth Circuit Public Defender's Office

2010 - 2010

Community Services Coordinator, Department of Court Services

2008 - 2009

Early Intervention Specialist, Fifth Circuit Public Defender's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

The Law Office of Thomas Almquist

Owner and Attorney at Law

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida

Member

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

2010 - Present

Florida Associate of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Waithe

Charges dropped

State v. Lawson

No information (case dropped)

Prenuptial agreement

Satisfied client and happy marriage

State v. Duncan

Charges Dropped

State v. Manning

Not Guilty

State v. Baldwin

Not guilty

State v. Hall

Not Guilty

State v. Howell

Not guilty

State v. Kingsley

Not guilty

State v. Deloach

VOP dismissed

State v. Marin-Thrower

Not guilty

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Education

2008

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

1996

Binghamton University, Harpur College of Arts and Sciences

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Police Encounters

Know Your Rights

Languages

English

Activity

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