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    Zachary C. Smith

    Zachary C. Smith

    5.04 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Zachary C. Smith is the founder and principal attorney at the Law Offices of Zachary C. Smith, P.A. His practice is dedicated primarily to assisting those who are injured through the carelessness or wrongdoing of others and helping corporations an...
    Rating:  7.8
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    John Francis McGuire

    John Francis McGuire

    3.914 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Bio: John F. McGuire received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1988. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the Detroit College of Law in 1993. Mr. McGuire’s areas of expertise are persona...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Chavelys Y. Alers

    Chavelys Y. Alers

    5.03 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: As a former prosecutor, Ms. Alers prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor offenses ranging from Battery/Domestic Violence, Possession of Marihuana, Shoplifting, DUI, Reckless Driving, Solicitation for Prostitution, Resisting an Officer Without Violenc...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Cameron Scott Frye

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    Cameron Scott Frye

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    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Intellectual Property and more
    Rating:  8.9
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    Lee Hollander

    Lee Hollander

    3.45 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Appeals
    Bio: At Hollander & Hanuka, Attorneys at Law, we are experienced trial lawyers who have the skill and reputation to stand up for you in state and federal court. Our attorneys' backgrounds include work as a prosecutor and a public defender. In addition,...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Nathan R Ross

    Nathan R Ross

    5.05 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime
    Bio: I was a prosecutor for several years here in Clay County, Florida. During that time, I prosectued thousands of cases ranging from DUI, to domestic violence, to drug possession, and theft. Now, I focus my attention on the complex and facinating wor...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Sasha Dadan

    Sasha Dadan

    5.017 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Bio: As a Florida bar licensed attorney, Sasha began her legal career at the Office of the Public Defender in the 19th judicial Circuit. As an Assistant Public Defender she represented over 3,000 clients in felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs, and juvenile ca...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Darrin Randall Schutt

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    Darrin Randall Schutt

    4.98 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Immigration and more
    Review: "Mr. Schutt provided a quick and excellent service regarding our immigration issues, kept us all the time informed about our status, submitted all needed documents in time and was helpful with tips for interview. The staff was always friendly and f..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Samuel Jay Wise

    Samuel Jay Wise

    4.813 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning
    Review: "Samuel was able to get a bogus charge dismissed with minimal fuss and no fine. Great work and no drama. "
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    Jason Allen Rosner

    Jason Allen Rosner

    3.37 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Probate
    Review: "Jason Rosner has provided me with legal counsel and services on multiple occasions and it has been an easy and comforting experience every time. I've always felt well taken care of and that I am dealing with someone I can trust. Thank you, Jason a..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Jo Ann Palchak

    Jo Ann Palchak

    5.01 review
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Litigation and more
    Bio: Jo Ann Palchak is the Practice Leader of our White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Group Ms. Palchak has a unique and wide-ranging background that bridges the public and private sectors. Her legal career includes significant trial and appellate w...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Denise Michelle Tyler

    Denise Michelle Tyler

    5.01 review
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Expungement
    Review: "I was pulled over for a seatbelt violation. I gave the officer my valid Florida license issued to me a month prior. Three Naples cop cars took 45 minutes to write me 3 tickets - driving with a suspended license, using a license from another state ..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Warren Stuart Schwartz

    Warren Stuart Schwartz

    5.01 review
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He is always on top of everything. He really cares about people, not by pampering, but by giving a straight forward and truthful advice at all times. Very professional."
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    David Sumner Kaylor

    David Sumner Kaylor

    5.04 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: David Kaylor was born and raised in Polk County, Florida. He graduated from Winter Haven High School, University of Florida and University of Miami School of Law. After law school he worked at the State Attorney's Office in Bartow where he prosecu...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Ira D Karmelin

    Ira D Karmelin

    4.25 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more
    Review: "Mr. Karmelin handles my case 14 years ago and it was the best outcome possible. I am returning and hopefully he can handles my expungement. I am forever thankful to Mr. Karemlin, I have not been in any legal trouble since."
    Rating:  7.4
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    Bruce Duane Johns

    Bruce Duane Johns

    4.513 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He is a really fantastic person and he is a great lawyer I recommend him to anyone with a criminal case Bruce thank u so much for your help ps Donovan u are fantastic what u do also "
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    Summer P Barnes

    Summer P Barnes

    5.07 reviews
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I had a legal consultation with Summer in June 2026, and it was an excellent experience. She is knowledgeable, attentive, and took the time to thoroughly explain my options and answer all of my questions. Her guidance was both practical and reassu..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Robert J. Watson

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    Robert J. Watson

    5.01 review
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Appeals and more
    Review: "I personally had a very difficult case with my son which this great lawyer resolve in the brightest manner. He truly recommend him to anyone who truly needs professional advise."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Kevin Andrew Jenkins

    Kevin Andrew Jenkins

    5.01 review
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was lucky enough to get Mr. Jenkins as my Public Defender in 2014. I was nervous at first but i was so lucky he actually worked so hard for me and went over and beyond the title! I can't thank Mr. Jenkins enough. Wonderful attorney"
    Rating:  7.1
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    Harry M. Hausman

    Harry M. Hausman

    5.01 review
    Florida Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: A native of South Florida, Harry M. Hausman is especially familiar with the legal landscape of our community. He has served the community thorughout his 36 year legal career. As a trial lawyer and managing partner he has fought for the rights of h...
    Rating:  9.1
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