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Gainesville Has 123 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 932 Reviews

Alachua County Office
309 N.E. 1st Street Suite 15, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Mr. Musca is a passionate, aggressive and nationally-renowned criminal defense attorney who represents clients on all criminal defense matters in the State of Florida. He completed his undergraduate studies at Boston College, and graduated cum lau...

Rating: 10

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Turner O'Connor Kozlowski P.L.
102 NW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Licensing and more

Bio: Before joining the Turner O'Connor Kozlowski as the newest associate, I had the distinct privilege of being personally taught trial skills by the Honorable United States District Court Judge Paul C. Huck. Since joining Turner O'Connor Kozlowski, I...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Gainesville, FL

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Criminal Defense

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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Law Offices of Edwards & Jones
4545 NW 8th Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Child Abuse and more

Bio: A lifelong Floridian, Attorney Thomas L. Edwards has dedicated his career to defending Florida’s criminally accused. As a partner of the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, Mr. Edwards has represented numerous people facing criminal charges in Florida...

Rating: 8.9

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2770 NW 43rd Street, Suite A, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

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

Bio: Terry has practiced law in Gainesville since graduating from law school at the University of Florida in 1974. In 1974 Terry was hired by Eighth Circuit State Attorney Eugene T. Whitworth where he gained valuable courtroom experience as an Assistan...

Rating: 9.5

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A. McDonald Law Office
309 NE 1st Street, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 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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1927 NW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: CALL ME AT FOR A FREE CONSULTATION. Joel Osborne Sr. is a native Floridian born and raised in Gainesville, Florida. He attended the University of Florida,and received a bachelor's degree in Sports Management in 2008. He was always very passionate ...

Rating: 6.9

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Law Firm of Decarlis & Sawyer
5000 NW 27th Ct Ste C, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more

Arrested? DUI? Call Me Before You Speak To The Police. 352 488-2401

Rating: 7.4

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The Law Office of Daniel Perez, P.A.
5745 SW 75th St # 336, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I am proudly a University of Florida alumnus where I received both my degrees. In May of 1999, I received my Bachelor of Arts in History, with Honors, with a Minor in Secondary Education. In May of 2002, I then received my Juris Doctorate, with Ho...

Rating: 8.6

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Glassman & Zissimopulos
804 NW 16th Avenue, Suite B, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Contracts & Agreements and more

Bio: Jesse Smith joined the firm of Glassman & Zissimopulos after a diverse legal career in the public and private sectors. A native of Gainesville, Florida, Jesse graduated with honors from the University of Florida in 2002 before attending law school...

Rating: 7.9

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Terry N. Silverman, P.A.
2770 NW 43rd Street, Ste A, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

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

Review: "Got into a sticky legal situation. Consulted with Jeremy on the issue on several occasions. He always responded promptly to my calls and emails sometimes even after hours. After heeding his advice I was able to resolve my situation. The best attor..."

Rating: 7.3

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Turner O'Connor Kozlowski, P.L.
102 NW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 55 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Administrative Law

Bio: Mr. Turner earned his Bachelor of Science and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida. After working for a short period of time for the law firm of Selig Goldin, Richard Jones and Benmont Tench (later a circuit judge), Mr. Turner was em...

Rating: 9.2

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Barbarette & Quirk
5538-A NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: MEET KEVIN D. QUIRK Co-Founder of Barbarette & Quirk With 22+ Years' Experience Kevin Quirk received a BA degree in philosophy and government in 1992 from the College of William and Mary in Virginia, and a law degree from the University of Florida...

Rating: 6.8

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M. Stephen Stanfield, LLC
719 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Administrative Law

Bio: Other than the practice of law, I'm most passionate about bull terriers, enjoying time with my friends and family and college football. I worked as a student equipment manager for the University of Florida in 1980s giving me a look from the inside...

Rating: 9.1

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Glassman & Zissimopulos
804 NW 16th Ave Ste B, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and more

Bio: Dan Glassman has spent his entire legal career protecting the rights and interests of individuals who have suffered serious injury and loss. Since 1995, it has been Dan’s passion and privilege to provide aggressive and comprehensive representation...

Rating: 8.1

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Hertz & Kearns, Attorneys & Counselors at Law
618 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

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

Bio: Darby Hertz is a graduate of the University of Florida and the University of Florida Law School. She has been a criminal defense attorney for 22 years, both as an assistant public defender and as a private attorney. She has been a family law attor...

Rating: 8.4

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Galigani Law Firm
317 NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Education, Expungement and more

Review: "I hire Mr. Anson A. Adams and the firm were he works, and I have "zero" complaints. They did exactly as I was told."

Rating: 6.7

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Turner O'Connor Kozlowski, P.L.
102 NW 2nd Avenue, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Administrative Law and more

Bio: Ron came to the law after a time in journalism, where he was a newspaper reporter and wrote for local magazines. He developed a passion for criminal defense which has expanded into a partership at the firm where he now handles complicated white co...

Rating: 8.3

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410 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Bill Salmon was so helpful to me when my dog was confiscated by Alachua County Animal Services. The four month ordeal was confusing and at times overwhelming. Mr. Salmon worked the case with the skill of an experienced and expert attorney. He was ..."

Rating: 6.7

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Barbarette & Quirk
5538 NW 43rd St Ste A, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Medical Malpractice and more

Bio: MEET MICHAEL J. BARBARETTECo-Founder of Barbarette & Quirk With Over 3 Decades of Experience Michael Barbarette graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 1984 with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and from the University of Florida Col...

Rating: 7.7

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Law Office of David P. Salter
3940 NW 16th Blvd., Bldg B, P.O. Box 15295, Gainesville, FL

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: I was born and raised in Gainesville and graduated from both the University of Florida and the University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law. I have been practicing criminal law in Gainesville and the surrounding areas for over 16 years. ...

Rating: 6.7

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