Top Rated Hernando County, FL Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Hernando County, Florida, there are 49 criminal defense lawyers available with 718+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Hernando County Has 49 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 718 Reviews

Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Kaitlyn Statile attended the University of Georgia where she graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Public Relations and a minor in Sociology. She then went on to earn her juris doctorate from Florida State University, College of Law. While in...

Rating: 8.1

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

Review: "William J. Sheslow is THE BEST in FLORIDA! This law firm is the best in Tampa, not just Spring Hill. If you find yourself in a situation where you never thought, you would be, fighting for your life with a felony/misdemeanor and you don't know who..."

Rating: 9.5

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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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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Wills & Living Wills and more

Review: "I hired Attorney McGeehan to help my relative with a DUI situation based on the excellent reviews. She and her Administrator, David, exceeded our expectations. Not only were they able to get the situation resolved in our favor, but they were so ki..."

Rating: 6.4

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: I developed a passion for trial work during law school, which led me to starting my career with the State Attorney's Office in Hernando and Citrus counties. During my three years with the State, I dealt with a wide range of crimes and learned the ...

Rating: 7.6

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "If you need someone to get you through an embarrassing DUI, this is the firm! Found out my legal rights as well. Sure wish I would have known before I was pulled! Got the case dismissed!"

Rating: 7.0

Call for a consultation(352) 631-6245

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

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

Bio: Whittel & Melton, LLC is a full service Florida law practice with an emphasis on representing clients in all Personal Injury cases as well as Wrongful Death tragedies, Criminal trial & DUI Defense, and Labor & Employment disputes. The firm was for...

Rating: 10

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Debra B. Tuomey is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand the details and foundation of my case. Her attention to detail is unmatched. She’s incredibly meticulous in her preparation a..."

Rating: 7.5

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

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

Review: "I have had the pleasure of having Atty John Vitola represent myself and my husband. He treats you with the upmost respect. Keeps you up-to-date on everything. I have high respect for John and everyone in his office."

Rating: 6.6

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Wills & Living Wills

Bio: I am licensed to practice law in Florida and Washington, D.C. I a former prosecutor for the 5th Circuit where I handled cases ranging from DUI to 2nd degree murder. In addition to my experience as a prosecutor I have handled civil litigation cases...

Rating: 8.3

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Mediation

Review: "It is extremely difficult to find the right words to express just how amazing Ms. Kasperek is. She is incredibly kind-hearted, very passionate about her work and she is a literal God send. Even though she was assigned to my case from the state, sh..."

Rating: 6.7

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

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

Bio: Jeffrey P. Cario began his legal career as an Assistant State Attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit in Hernando County, Florida. There, he tried a variety of felonies, including several capital murder cases. Mr. Cario left the State Attorney’s O...

Rating: 9.5

Call for a consultation(352) 757-4430

Jeffrey Peter Cario's Website

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Experienced Trial Attorney. Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law.

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(727) 513-1679

Christopher Michael Klemawesch's Website

Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Adoption, Bankruptcy and Debt, Litigation and more

Review: "It's taken me a minute to be able to sit down and write a review. I've been processing with the Navy and raising my beautiful daughters. I contacted Dwayne August 2017 to help me divorce my husband at the time. We had been separated for 3 years a..."

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, Elder Law and more

Review: "Ms. Adams is a very professional and proficient Attorney who works diligently for her clients. She has assisted my family and I in all sorts of family and criminal legal circumstances and I appreciate her and whole family for a job well done, for ..."

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "experienced, extremely knowledgeable, knows how to win a case."

Rating: 6.9

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "We are so very grateful to get a private attorney for my son, I'm sure Mr. Wilkins has been very busy! I've heard he's an awesome attorney, I know he'll get in touch with me, as soon as possible "

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I would rate Laura's legal ability a 7.5 Her conduct a 9 Her GENUINE care & concern for her clients and justice 10 Her legal knowledge a 8 In summary, this attorney is WAY above average in my opinion and yes, she has represented me !"

Rating: 6.8

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Arrested? Early attorney involvement can dramatically affect the outcome of you case. Call me now

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(727) 474-0343

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

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

Bio: Former state prosecutor serving the Pinellas, Pasco and surrounding Tampa Bay areas with legal representation in the area of criminal defense.

Rating: 9.1

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Hernando County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Bio: Auto Accident Attorney Chris Dyer has been advocating and protecting his clients and victims since 2009 to level the playing field and make sure his clients are treated fairly and with respect! Chris Dyer is a partner with the Lucas, Macyszyn & Dy...

Rating: 10

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