Top Rated Florida Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Civil Rights and more

Bio: Attorney Michele Rayner-Goolsby is the founder and principal attorney of Civil Liberty Law. Attorney Rayner-Goolsby is an award winning and highly sought after attorney due to her commitment to pursue justice for her clients. Attorney Rayner-Gools...

Rating: 8.8

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Appeals and more

Bio: Dwight Slater is a Board-Certified Specialist in Appellate Practice. He was born and raised in Miami, Florida. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Stanford University in 2002, and his law degree from Emory University in 2006. Slater has extensive...

Rating: 9.9

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Corporate & Incorporation and more

Review: "Por segunda vez solicite los servicios de Rae Shaern. Mi caso, por incumplimiento de un requisito determinaba carcel por dos años. Su diligencia, conocimiento de todo lo relacionado con mi caso, a quienes lidiar ( jueces y fiscales) logró un total..."

Rating: 6.8

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Corporate & Incorporation and more

Review: "An excellent and knowledgeable attorney who cares. Joe Grant gets my highest recommendation. J"

Rating: 7.4

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "She was patient as well as eager to review my case then utilize her resources and resolved the misconception at hand... & Thx u I'm sry I wasn't able to thank u sooner God bless and I hope this last time can be clarified as soon as possible be..."

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and more

Bio: John Phillips is the founding partner of a multi-state trial law firm, formed in 2011. Recognized by peers as a prominent Florida, New York, Georgia, Texas, Alabama and Washington, DC licensed trial lawyer, he is a passionate and compassionate cru...

Rating: 10

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more

COMMITTED TO PROVIDING YOU WITH RELIABLE SERVICE - Call Today (727) 866-4735

Rating: 6.7

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr. Weart lives up to his reputation as a top-notch defense attorney. He is respected and well-liked by his peers and colleagues, and for good reason. Mr. Weart put more time, effort, and careful thought into my defense than any of the attorneys w..."

Rating: 7.0

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Family and more

Rating: 8.8

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more

Bio: "I represent my client, not the government and not the bank. When I get a call for help, I know the person on the other end of the phone is facing a difficult situation, and they have already entrusted a great deal in me by simply making the phone...

Rating: 7.2

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "Always reliable and she returned my inquiries in a quick manner. It was nice to have an attorney that is straight forward and real. I always felt as she was in control of the case. In th past, I had a bad experience, so it was pleasant to have a g..."

Rating: 6.8

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: A Stuart native, Niki T. Marshall began her legal career in the criminal sector as a public defender: protecting the constitutional and statutory rights of all citizens through the zealous legal representation of court appointed clients. Afterward...

Rating: 9.0

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Florida Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family and more

Bio: Latangie A. Williams, Esquire has been a licensed attorney for over 15 years and primarily practices Immigration Law. A Jamaican-American, Ms. Williams' roots sprung from the great Mobay, St. James, Jamaica although she was raised in Jacksonville,...

Rating: 9.5

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