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Luke Newman 

 Website

When you hire Attorney Luke Newman, you can feel relieved to know he will be by your side every step of the way. His expertise also extends to offenses such as sex crimes, domestic terrorism, check fraud, driving on a suspended or revoked licence, auto theft, and credit/debit card fraud. When he is not trying cases or leading clients to freedom, Attorney Luke Newman dedicates his time to organizations, such as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and the National College of DUI Defense. He has received numerous accolades for his hard work, including the Best Law Firms and National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyers awards. His devotion to his practice is clear, as he provides services to clients at any hour of the day, any day of the week. No matter the complexity of your criminal case, entrust Attorney Luke Newman to fight for your rights.

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
4.60
18 reviews  

Mr. Newman represented me on my case and it was resolved with excellence that exceeded my expectations. One thousand thanks to you and your staff.

It is not often that one attorney has to seek out the assistance from another. This was the case when Mr. Newman began working on my appeal. Being a practicing attorney, I was impressed with his thorough efforts to understand each detail pertinent to my case and his apparent proficiency with the law. Although working from a different city, I felt connected with him as he kept me informed each step of the way. Mr. Newman kept me apprised of his legal research and asked my opinion when appropriate. He kept me informed of the status of the appeal and was available for questions. He crafted an argument that ultimately won my appeal. He is an excellent attorney and consultant.

5.0 stars Posted by anonymous August 19, 2019 I hired Mr. Newman to represent me in a very sensitive case that had dire implications, after many doors were close to manage my case, Mr. Newman was confident and straight forward from the beginning. He was clear about the fees of the case and keeping me up to date and informed about the steps to followed, he was quick to answered every email, since I live down in central Florida it was important for me to keep an open communication with him, he didn’t fail to informe me very step of the way. Mr. Newman worked the case and eventually had the prosecutor and judge working for my interest. The case was resolved with the best outcome and based on that I avoided the potential dire consequences. I can tell Mr. Newman is well respected by the other attorneys. When I had to go to court he was confident, prepared and profesional. I was very happy with Mr. Newman representation and professionalism. He made the impossible, POSSIBLE.

Luke was retained to handle a minor issue for a family member of mine. Luke was prompt, friendly and professional. Luke researched the issue and discussed the defense with us prior to the trial. At the trial Luke asked the appropriate questions of the testifying law enforcement officer. Then Luke made a legal argument with which the judge agreed. The judge entered a dismissal. During the process Luke walked us through the steps and explained the different procedures and possible outcomes. We are happy that he represented our family member and we feel that, if we had to, we would retain Luke again.

I needed Mr Newman services and upon giving him a call he immediately jumped on my case. I have never had such thorough enthusiastic and heartfelt service in my life. Luke definitely goes above and beyond to make sure that all of his clients are satisfied completely until the end If I ever have any other issues I will be sure to give Luke a call

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Newman represented me on my case and it was resolved with excellence that exceeded my expectations. One thousand thanks to you and your staff.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    It is not often that one attorney has to seek out the assistance from another. This was the case when Mr. Newman began working on my appeal. Being a practicing attorney, I was impressed with his thorough efforts to understand each detail pertinent to my case and his apparent proficiency with the law. Although working from a different city, I felt connected with him as he kept me informed each step of the way. Mr. Newman kept me apprised of his legal research and asked my opinion when appropriate. He kept me informed of the status of the appeal and was available for questions. He crafted an argument that ultimately won my appeal. He is an excellent attorney and consultant.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    5.0 stars Posted by anonymous August 19, 2019 I hired Mr. Newman to represent me in a very sensitive case that had dire implications, after many doors were close to manage my case, Mr. Newman was confident and straight forward from the beginning. He was clear about the fees of the case and keeping me up to date and informed about the steps to followed, he was quick to answered every email, since I live down in central Florida it was important for me to keep an open communication with him, he didn’t fail to informe me very step of the way. Mr. Newman worked the case and eventually had the prosecutor and judge working for my interest. The case was resolved with the best outcome and based on that I avoided the potential dire consequences. I can tell Mr. Newman is well respected by the other attorneys. When I had to go to court he was confident, prepared and profesional. I was very happy with Mr. Newman representation and professionalism. He made the impossible, POSSIBLE.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Luke was retained to handle a minor issue for a family member of mine. Luke was prompt, friendly and professional. Luke researched the issue and discussed the defense with us prior to the trial. At the trial Luke asked the appropriate questions of the testifying law enforcement officer. Then Luke made a legal argument with which the judge agreed. The judge entered a dismissal. During the process Luke walked us through the steps and explained the different procedures and possible outcomes. We are happy that he represented our family member and we feel that, if we had to, we would retain Luke again.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    I needed Mr Newman services and upon giving him a call he immediately jumped on my case. I have never had such thorough enthusiastic and heartfelt service in my life. Luke definitely goes above and beyond to make sure that all of his clients are satisfied completely until the end If I ever have any other issues I will be sure to give Luke a call

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Joseph C Bodiford 

 Website

If you are looking for an attorney who is compassionate toward his clients’ predicaments but is also aggressive in the courtroom, Attorney Joseph Bodiford is one of the best criminal defense attorneys to retain. His expertise is strong in the areas of assault and battery, DUIs, DWIs, and white-collar crimes. When Attorney Joseph Bodiford is not in the courtroom, he is serving as a member of the Armenian Bar Association and the State Bar Association. Attorney Joseph Bodiford attended Stetson University's College of Law, where he earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence. To receive assistance from the attorney who is one of the best, reach out to Attorney Joseph Bodiford and his team now.

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
4.70
13 reviews  

Very wonderful attorney very honest that is what we need these days will definitely recommend him to anybody

My fiancé reached out to Mr. Bodiford regarding a 3.850 motion. He agreed to accept the case, but then suddenly stopped any form of contact, ignored calls and several emails. Very unprofessional and NOT recommended. Money was not an issue, so there was no apparent reason to act that childish whatsoever. I attended law school and initially recommended Mr. Bodiford to my fiancé, as he was my professor as well. However, after seeing him in the “professional” field acting like this, it clearly changed my mind about his entire law firm. I’m embarrassed for the recommendation. So please stay away and save the time and headache.

Retaining Joe ended up being an excellent and smart decision. He is very reliable and was reachable well after office hours. The best and most important part of having him working on your behalf is that he is experienced and extremely skilled at what he does. Going through legal matters is never a fun experience, but having Joe on your side can help you feel much better, because you know you have a great lawyer working with you. Would recommend him in a heartbeat. Thanks Joe!

Hiring Joe Bodiford as my lawyer was the best decision I could have ever made. He defended me in a DUI case and with his expert knowledge of the law was able to make the jury understand his side of the argument. He is not only a great lawyer, he is a great person. He truly shows care and compassion in working your case. He is so down to earth and straightforward which I found to be really refreshing to see in a stiff courtroom. He finds ways of making complicated situations very relatable and easily understandable. From the moment I first met him at his office I knew this was a lawyer I could completely trust. He will never lead you down a path he thinks is wrong. You can just tell he was really in his element during the trial and makes sure you are comfortable every single step of the way. You can truly tell he is a highly experienced lawyer. I will always be grateful to him and would recommend him to anyone. A stand-up lawyer, don't know what I would've done without him. Thank you Joe from the bottom of my heart for defending me and believing in me!

He is down to earth, very good at what he does..Won my case, and didn't charge me too much to do it...Thanks also to his right hand Gannon couldn't do it without him..Free again yeah..If you want a awesome lawyer this is the one. We love y'all. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Very wonderful attorney very honest that is what we need these days will definitely recommend him to anybody

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    My fiancé reached out to Mr. Bodiford regarding a 3.850 motion. He agreed to accept the case, but then suddenly stopped any form of contact, ignored calls and several emails. Very unprofessional and NOT recommended. Money was not an issue, so there was no apparent reason to act that childish whatsoever. I attended law school and initially recommended Mr. Bodiford to my fiancé, as he was my professor as well. However, after seeing him in the “professional” field acting like this, it clearly changed my mind about his entire law firm. I’m embarrassed for the recommendation. So please stay away and save the time and headache.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Retaining Joe ended up being an excellent and smart decision. He is very reliable and was reachable well after office hours. The best and most important part of having him working on your behalf is that he is experienced and extremely skilled at what he does. Going through legal matters is never a fun experience, but having Joe on your side can help you feel much better, because you know you have a great lawyer working with you. Would recommend him in a heartbeat. Thanks Joe!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Hiring Joe Bodiford as my lawyer was the best decision I could have ever made. He defended me in a DUI case and with his expert knowledge of the law was able to make the jury understand his side of the argument. He is not only a great lawyer, he is a great person. He truly shows care and compassion in working your case. He is so down to earth and straightforward which I found to be really refreshing to see in a stiff courtroom. He finds ways of making complicated situations very relatable and easily understandable. From the moment I first met him at his office I knew this was a lawyer I could completely trust. He will never lead you down a path he thinks is wrong. You can just tell he was really in his element during the trial and makes sure you are comfortable every single step of the way. You can truly tell he is a highly experienced lawyer. I will always be grateful to him and would recommend him to anyone. A stand-up lawyer, don't know what I would've done without him. Thank you Joe from the bottom of my heart for defending me and believing in me!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    He is down to earth, very good at what he does..Won my case, and didn't charge me too much to do it...Thanks also to his right hand Gannon couldn't do it without him..Free again yeah..If you want a awesome lawyer this is the one. We love y'all. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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R. Timothy Jansen 

 Website

When you contact Attorney R. Jansen, you may feel at ease that your case will be evaluated fairly and in your best interests. His expertise extends to offenses such as misdemeanors, felonies, domestic violence, federal crimes, juvenile crimes, and sex crimes. Attorney R. Jansen’s accomplishments have not gone unnoticed, as he is the recipient of the AV Peer Review Rating of 5.0. Attorney R. Jansen creates an open dialogue with his clients and is able to keep them informed 24/7. Not only is Attorney R. Jansen detail-oriented in his preparation and research of a case but he presents the facts of the case persuasively and successfully in court.

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.10
15 reviews  

Mr. Jansen came highly recommended and after speaking with him for just a short amount of time, we immediately hired him. Mr. Jansen was a professional on every level. He was completely upfront, honest, sincere, and hard-working. He handled our case with the highest concern for our family. He is notably respected in the community and it shows. He worked with us as a team and made it comfortable trusting his process. We feel blessed that we had him with us during a very difficult time for our family. His experience and knowledge of the legal system made dealing with our issue a smooth process. We felt deeply protected by him and I highly recommend him for you or your children.

Ryan Davis is an amazing attorney!!! The work he did the time and effort he put into my case was more than an effort it was outstanding work he contacted me every time something new happened. Made sure I got the best deal possible and really cared for me. I highly recommend Ryan Davis and his law firm. If you are looking for a honest and polite lawyer you’ve got one Use Ryan Davis he won’t let you down!!

The Jansen and Davis firm is my first call for anything legal. From the first time I ever contacted them they have helped me and made me feel important, two times now they’ve been able to help me in unmeasurable amounts at an extremely fair cost. Can’t explain how thankful I am for all the work they have put in to help me. Highly recommend that anybody seeking legal representation contact Jansen and Davis FIRST.

Do NOT recommend. Horrible experience. Promised my son an outcome that was never an option. *** I felt the need to edit my original review above due to recent events after reading the below blanket statement response. I believe wholeheartedly that Ryan Davis misrepresented what he could do for my son. I tried to call Mr. Davis regarding this and he told me that he would call me back after receiving permission from my son to talk to me. He called my son and admonished him for having me call. He never returned my call. I sent him two emails regarding this situation. He has threatened to take action against me for slander for posting this review as well as contacting law enforcement for harassment for sending him the two emails. These are his words: "If you keep attacking me with your lies I will be forced to take whatever legal steps I can to protect myself from you libelous and slanderous statements you have made to me and in public forums. Do not contact me again, as I also stated in my last email. If you do, I will consider it harassment and report you to law enforcement." I am NOT lying. Just look at his response to this review and determine for yourself who is the liar. In fact, Mr. Davis is so concerned about his reviews that for every bad one that me or my family has posted he has had someone post a good one to get his stars back up. Just look at the timeline of the reviews. This is not an honest person. My son was advised by two different attorneys that he did not have a case. Mr. Davis told him that he could help him and once he handed the money over told him he could not. This is not the first time this has happened. Look at the other reviews. I am writing this review to warn people to not trust this firm. I have given Mr. Davis the opportunity to make this right and he has threatened to sue me and have me arrested.

Ryan Davis came highly recommended from a close friend and after a brief interview, we were relieved at last. He's been in practice for over twenty years and it shows with how thorough he was with our tricky case. My son is not the brightest with his decision making, let alone speaking to the authorities. He stayed in touch the whole way through, not for a second did we feel as if he had forgotten about us with the drawn out court system taking months at a time to move forward any. He gave us his personal phone number and texted updates as soon as he got them. I couldn't be more grateful for who we contacted when the storm hit and with it clear now just six months later I still feel as if I might owe this man a small debt at least, as we did not have a strong case at all when it all started. Thank you with all my heart Ryan, I hope you read this.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.10
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Jansen came highly recommended and after speaking with him for just a short amount of time, we immediately hired him. Mr. Jansen was a professional on every level. He was completely upfront, honest, sincere, and hard-working. He handled our case with the highest concern for our family. He is notably respected in the community and it shows. He worked with us as a team and made it comfortable trusting his process. We feel blessed that we had him with us during a very difficult time for our family. His experience and knowledge of the legal system made dealing with our issue a smooth process. We felt deeply protected by him and I highly recommend him for you or your children.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.10
    5 reviews  

    Ryan Davis is an amazing attorney!!! The work he did the time and effort he put into my case was more than an effort it was outstanding work he contacted me every time something new happened. Made sure I got the best deal possible and really cared for me. I highly recommend Ryan Davis and his law firm. If you are looking for a honest and polite lawyer you’ve got one Use Ryan Davis he won’t let you down!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.10
    5 reviews  

    The Jansen and Davis firm is my first call for anything legal. From the first time I ever contacted them they have helped me and made me feel important, two times now they’ve been able to help me in unmeasurable amounts at an extremely fair cost. Can’t explain how thankful I am for all the work they have put in to help me. Highly recommend that anybody seeking legal representation contact Jansen and Davis FIRST.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.10
    5 reviews  

    Do NOT recommend. Horrible experience. Promised my son an outcome that was never an option. *** I felt the need to edit my original review above due to recent events after reading the below blanket statement response. I believe wholeheartedly that Ryan Davis misrepresented what he could do for my son. I tried to call Mr. Davis regarding this and he told me that he would call me back after receiving permission from my son to talk to me. He called my son and admonished him for having me call. He never returned my call. I sent him two emails regarding this situation. He has threatened to take action against me for slander for posting this review as well as contacting law enforcement for harassment for sending him the two emails. These are his words: "If you keep attacking me with your lies I will be forced to take whatever legal steps I can to protect myself from you libelous and slanderous statements you have made to me and in public forums. Do not contact me again, as I also stated in my last email. If you do, I will consider it harassment and report you to law enforcement." I am NOT lying. Just look at his response to this review and determine for yourself who is the liar. In fact, Mr. Davis is so concerned about his reviews that for every bad one that me or my family has posted he has had someone post a good one to get his stars back up. Just look at the timeline of the reviews. This is not an honest person. My son was advised by two different attorneys that he did not have a case. Mr. Davis told him that he could help him and once he handed the money over told him he could not. This is not the first time this has happened. Look at the other reviews. I am writing this review to warn people to not trust this firm. I have given Mr. Davis the opportunity to make this right and he has threatened to sue me and have me arrested.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.10
    5 reviews  

    Ryan Davis came highly recommended from a close friend and after a brief interview, we were relieved at last. He's been in practice for over twenty years and it shows with how thorough he was with our tricky case. My son is not the brightest with his decision making, let alone speaking to the authorities. He stayed in touch the whole way through, not for a second did we feel as if he had forgotten about us with the drawn out court system taking months at a time to move forward any. He gave us his personal phone number and texted updates as soon as he got them. I couldn't be more grateful for who we contacted when the storm hit and with it clear now just six months later I still feel as if I might owe this man a small debt at least, as we did not have a strong case at all when it all started. Thank you with all my heart Ryan, I hope you read this.

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Joshua D Zelman 

 Website

If you have been arrested and do not know where to turn, seek the legal guidance of Attorney Joshua Zelman, the criminal defense attorney you can trust. While he is knowledgeable in several areas of law, Attorney Joshua Zelman provides distinguished expertise in assault and battery, criminal forfeiture, drug possession, DUIs, sex crimes, and domestic violence charges. A member of several legal organizations, Attorney Joshua Zelman has maintained longtime affiliations with the Criminal Courts Bar Association and the National College of DUI Defense. A recipient of the Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year and American Bar Association - Charles R. English awards, Attorney Joshua Zelman has dominated the practice of criminal defense for the past 19 years. When you are in trouble, call Attorney Joshua Zelman, the criminal defense attorney who will stand by you.

Fee Structure: FREE CONSULTATION

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
4.50
16 reviews  

Josh went above and beyond what normal attorneys do for their clients. He helped me file a motion and in less than two weeks after hiring him he’d already done all the footwork talking to the prosecutor and all involved parties and had the motion granted the same day he filed it. He’s very good at communicating with you unlike other attorneys and is quick to respond to any questions you might have. He’s very knowledgeable and honest, he’s not going to charge you for something he doesn’t think is possible. I would highly recommend him and will be sure to use him for any future legal issues I might have.

I would like to take this time to express my gratitude for a job well done by Joshua Zelman. He came highly recommended by a family member. He surpassed our expectations, therefore our case was resolved in a timely manner with a favorable outcome. His strong legal background was displayed and very evident throughout the process.

Mr. Zelman was very professional and worked quickly and effectively to get the best outcome for my case. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a capable defense attorney.

Great and understanding lawyer. I would definitely recommend his services to any and everyone. He works with you with a great payment plan and keeps his clients informed.

Impeccable character and fights for justice.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Josh went above and beyond what normal attorneys do for their clients. He helped me file a motion and in less than two weeks after hiring him he’d already done all the footwork talking to the prosecutor and all involved parties and had the motion granted the same day he filed it. He’s very good at communicating with you unlike other attorneys and is quick to respond to any questions you might have. He’s very knowledgeable and honest, he’s not going to charge you for something he doesn’t think is possible. I would highly recommend him and will be sure to use him for any future legal issues I might have.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I would like to take this time to express my gratitude for a job well done by Joshua Zelman. He came highly recommended by a family member. He surpassed our expectations, therefore our case was resolved in a timely manner with a favorable outcome. His strong legal background was displayed and very evident throughout the process.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Zelman was very professional and worked quickly and effectively to get the best outcome for my case. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a capable defense attorney.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Great and understanding lawyer. I would definitely recommend his services to any and everyone. He works with you with a great payment plan and keeps his clients informed.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Impeccable character and fights for justice.

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Don Pumphrey 

 Website

Attorney Don Pumphrey devotes 100% of his practice to helping his criminal defense clients find justice. His common areas of concentration include drug crimes, violent crimes, domestic violence, federal crimes, theft crimes, and sex crimes. A prior recipient of the Best Law Firms and Super Lawyer awards, Attorney Don Pumphrey is a leader within the National Trial Lawyers and the American Bar Association. Attorney Don Pumphrey is dedicated to providing his clients with the proper representation they need for their case.

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.90
47 reviews  

Don and his Team of professionals took us in during a most challenging time in our lives and treated us like family. You never want to need a criminal defense lawyer but when you need one you WANT and NEED Don Pumphrey Law. Daily contact when we first started the process and weekly contact and updates as the case progressed. Clear and straight forward on what our realistic goal should be, how we would achieve it and then exceeded the goal with an outcome which was more then we expected. Don took personal care of our family and even called to ensure we were doing ok with the challenging situation. We appreciated his honesty and his no-nonsense game plan with expectations for us to be a part of the solution to the case and follow the recipe for success. Although we worked mainly through Don, we also need to thank Aaron for his hard work in guiding us as well and ensuring all the details of the case were addressed and lead to a positive outcome. We are hopeful to only have social contact with Pumphrey Law going forward but, if we ever needed legal guidance again we would reach out to Don and his Team without a doubt. We highly recommend Don Pumphrey Law. Russ, Liz and Alex

My daughter and I were referred to Mr. Pumphrey through a mutual acquaintance and I am forever grateful. Mr. Pumphrey went above and beyond the proverbial "extra mile" to help us with our issue. Having his wife assist was an added bonus. He alleviated our fears and the final disposition of the case was less than the original charge. He is well known in the Leon County Court system and highly regarded in the legal community there. I would recommend the Pumphrey law firm for any of your legal needs.

He was great. Mr Pumphrey was very honest and transparent. He never once tried to lead me astray. This whole ordeal was very scary and nerve racking but he was there to calm me down. He was always updating me on what was going on. The staff that he has picked is one of a kind. You CANT find a better staff. Amy was also a huge help. She stayed in contact with me and informed me on my case.They don’t do this work for money they do it because they love it. With that being said if he picks you as a client you might as well say your with “All State because your in good hands”

Thank you, Pumphrey Law! You were such a great asset to my family and I as we went through this traumatic experience. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for helping my son with his case. I am greatly appreciative of you and your team for supporting him and helping him through this ordeal. You all have been remarkable in his life, and it means so much to me. If there is a parent who feels as though they are alone and don’t know which way to turn. Pumphrey Law was my refuge during this time. You all will always be part of our family; God bless!

I was referred to Mr. Pumphrey’s law firm through a mutual friend who spoke highly of him. At no surprise, he came through for me in a huge way. He was effective and efficient. If you are in need of a top notch lawyer that gets the job done, Don Pumphrey is who you need!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    Don and his Team of professionals took us in during a most challenging time in our lives and treated us like family. You never want to need a criminal defense lawyer but when you need one you WANT and NEED Don Pumphrey Law. Daily contact when we first started the process and weekly contact and updates as the case progressed. Clear and straight forward on what our realistic goal should be, how we would achieve it and then exceeded the goal with an outcome which was more then we expected. Don took personal care of our family and even called to ensure we were doing ok with the challenging situation. We appreciated his honesty and his no-nonsense game plan with expectations for us to be a part of the solution to the case and follow the recipe for success. Although we worked mainly through Don, we also need to thank Aaron for his hard work in guiding us as well and ensuring all the details of the case were addressed and lead to a positive outcome. We are hopeful to only have social contact with Pumphrey Law going forward but, if we ever needed legal guidance again we would reach out to Don and his Team without a doubt. We highly recommend Don Pumphrey Law. Russ, Liz and Alex

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    My daughter and I were referred to Mr. Pumphrey through a mutual acquaintance and I am forever grateful. Mr. Pumphrey went above and beyond the proverbial "extra mile" to help us with our issue. Having his wife assist was an added bonus. He alleviated our fears and the final disposition of the case was less than the original charge. He is well known in the Leon County Court system and highly regarded in the legal community there. I would recommend the Pumphrey law firm for any of your legal needs.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    He was great. Mr Pumphrey was very honest and transparent. He never once tried to lead me astray. This whole ordeal was very scary and nerve racking but he was there to calm me down. He was always updating me on what was going on. The staff that he has picked is one of a kind. You CANT find a better staff. Amy was also a huge help. She stayed in contact with me and informed me on my case.They don’t do this work for money they do it because they love it. With that being said if he picks you as a client you might as well say your with “All State because your in good hands”

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    Thank you, Pumphrey Law! You were such a great asset to my family and I as we went through this traumatic experience. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for helping my son with his case. I am greatly appreciative of you and your team for supporting him and helping him through this ordeal. You all have been remarkable in his life, and it means so much to me. If there is a parent who feels as though they are alone and don’t know which way to turn. Pumphrey Law was my refuge during this time. You all will always be part of our family; God bless!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    I was referred to Mr. Pumphrey’s law firm through a mutual friend who spoke highly of him. At no surprise, he came through for me in a huge way. He was effective and efficient. If you are in need of a top notch lawyer that gets the job done, Don Pumphrey is who you need!

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Joseph C Bodiford 

 Website

If you are looking for an attorney who is compassionate toward his clients’ predicaments but is also aggressive in the courtroom, Attorney Joseph Bodiford is one of the best criminal defense attorneys to retain. His expertise is strong in the areas of assault and battery, DUIs, DWIs, and white-collar crimes. When Attorney Joseph Bodiford is not in the courtroom, he is serving as a member of the Armenian Bar Association and the State Bar Association. Attorney Joseph Bodiford attended Stetson University's College of Law, where he earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence. To receive assistance from the attorney who is one of the best, reach out to Attorney Joseph Bodiford and his team now.

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
4.70
13 reviews  

Very wonderful attorney very honest that is what we need these days will definitely recommend him to anybody

My fiancé reached out to Mr. Bodiford regarding a 3.850 motion. He agreed to accept the case, but then suddenly stopped any form of contact, ignored calls and several emails. Very unprofessional and NOT recommended. Money was not an issue, so there was no apparent reason to act that childish whatsoever. I attended law school and initially recommended Mr. Bodiford to my fiancé, as he was my professor as well. However, after seeing him in the “professional” field acting like this, it clearly changed my mind about his entire law firm. I’m embarrassed for the recommendation. So please stay away and save the time and headache.

Retaining Joe ended up being an excellent and smart decision. He is very reliable and was reachable well after office hours. The best and most important part of having him working on your behalf is that he is experienced and extremely skilled at what he does. Going through legal matters is never a fun experience, but having Joe on your side can help you feel much better, because you know you have a great lawyer working with you. Would recommend him in a heartbeat. Thanks Joe!

Hiring Joe Bodiford as my lawyer was the best decision I could have ever made. He defended me in a DUI case and with his expert knowledge of the law was able to make the jury understand his side of the argument. He is not only a great lawyer, he is a great person. He truly shows care and compassion in working your case. He is so down to earth and straightforward which I found to be really refreshing to see in a stiff courtroom. He finds ways of making complicated situations very relatable and easily understandable. From the moment I first met him at his office I knew this was a lawyer I could completely trust. He will never lead you down a path he thinks is wrong. You can just tell he was really in his element during the trial and makes sure you are comfortable every single step of the way. You can truly tell he is a highly experienced lawyer. I will always be grateful to him and would recommend him to anyone. A stand-up lawyer, don't know what I would've done without him. Thank you Joe from the bottom of my heart for defending me and believing in me!

He is down to earth, very good at what he does..Won my case, and didn't charge me too much to do it...Thanks also to his right hand Gannon couldn't do it without him..Free again yeah..If you want a awesome lawyer this is the one. We love y'all. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Very wonderful attorney very honest that is what we need these days will definitely recommend him to anybody

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    My fiancé reached out to Mr. Bodiford regarding a 3.850 motion. He agreed to accept the case, but then suddenly stopped any form of contact, ignored calls and several emails. Very unprofessional and NOT recommended. Money was not an issue, so there was no apparent reason to act that childish whatsoever. I attended law school and initially recommended Mr. Bodiford to my fiancé, as he was my professor as well. However, after seeing him in the “professional” field acting like this, it clearly changed my mind about his entire law firm. I’m embarrassed for the recommendation. So please stay away and save the time and headache.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Retaining Joe ended up being an excellent and smart decision. He is very reliable and was reachable well after office hours. The best and most important part of having him working on your behalf is that he is experienced and extremely skilled at what he does. Going through legal matters is never a fun experience, but having Joe on your side can help you feel much better, because you know you have a great lawyer working with you. Would recommend him in a heartbeat. Thanks Joe!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Hiring Joe Bodiford as my lawyer was the best decision I could have ever made. He defended me in a DUI case and with his expert knowledge of the law was able to make the jury understand his side of the argument. He is not only a great lawyer, he is a great person. He truly shows care and compassion in working your case. He is so down to earth and straightforward which I found to be really refreshing to see in a stiff courtroom. He finds ways of making complicated situations very relatable and easily understandable. From the moment I first met him at his office I knew this was a lawyer I could completely trust. He will never lead you down a path he thinks is wrong. You can just tell he was really in his element during the trial and makes sure you are comfortable every single step of the way. You can truly tell he is a highly experienced lawyer. I will always be grateful to him and would recommend him to anyone. A stand-up lawyer, don't know what I would've done without him. Thank you Joe from the bottom of my heart for defending me and believing in me!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    He is down to earth, very good at what he does..Won my case, and didn't charge me too much to do it...Thanks also to his right hand Gannon couldn't do it without him..Free again yeah..If you want a awesome lawyer this is the one. We love y'all. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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Maria Dykes 

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If you are looking for an attorney who is compassionate toward her clients’ predicaments but is also aggressive in the courtroom, Attorney Maria Dykes is one of the best criminal defense attorneys to retain. One of her common areas of concentration is criminal forfeiture crimes. A member of several legal organizations, Attorney Maria Dykes has maintained longtime affiliations with the National Trial Lawyers and the American Bar Association. She is also the recipient of the Best Law Firms and Super Lawyer awards. Highly recommended from past and present clients, Attorney Maria Dykes is your first step toward proper representation.

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
5.00
5 reviews  

Maria was great overall. Very effective communication, doesn’t overcharge, and did exactly what she said she would do. I’ve never had a better experience with a lawyer. Can’t recommend enough!

She is a phenomenal attorney. My husband had an old warrant from 1988 and it was preventing him from getting a passport and traveling was difficult. We contacted her and she had his information in front of her when she called us. Without us having to go to Florida she got everything cleared and case closed within 30 days. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Maria was very accessible and professional, and expedited a small, yet urgent, matter for our family. I highly recommend her.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Maria was great overall. Very effective communication, doesn’t overcharge, and did exactly what she said she would do. I’ve never had a better experience with a lawyer. Can’t recommend enough!

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    She is a phenomenal attorney. My husband had an old warrant from 1988 and it was preventing him from getting a passport and traveling was difficult. We contacted her and she had his information in front of her when she called us. Without us having to go to Florida she got everything cleared and case closed within 30 days. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Maria was very accessible and professional, and expedited a small, yet urgent, matter for our family. I highly recommend her.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

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Billy Joe Hoot Crawford 

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A top criminal defense attorney in his field, Attorney Billy Joe Crawford is well-equipped to defend you in court. While Attorney Billy Joe Crawford mainly helps clients who are facing charges, he has also represented clients who were charged with more unique crimes, such as probation violations, traffic offenses, DUIs, domestic violence, felonies, and DWIs. Ever since Attorney Billy Joe Crawford graduated from the New York Law School in 1998, he has continued to stay up to date with the newest criminal laws when helping his clients. Attorney Billy Joe Crawford creates an open dialogue with his clients and he is able to keep them informed 24/7. Attorney Billy Joe Crawford’s ultimate goal is to see that his criminal defense clients receive little to no time in jail, and he will compile a persuasive argument to make sure that happens.

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
5.00
12 reviews  

Joe did an amazing job for me. I would recommend him to everyone and will use Joe and Hoot for all my future legal matters. Best lawyer's in Bay county!!!!

Great people

I would want these guys in my corner

Mr. Turner did a great job at my traffic hearing. He kept the points off my license and got my fine cut in half.

Helped me out of a real bad situation quickly. Mr Hoot is phenomenal. Thank you

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Joe did an amazing job for me. I would recommend him to everyone and will use Joe and Hoot for all my future legal matters. Best lawyer's in Bay county!!!!

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Great people

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I would want these guys in my corner

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Turner did a great job at my traffic hearing. He kept the points off my license and got my fine cut in half.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Helped me out of a real bad situation quickly. Mr Hoot is phenomenal. Thank you

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Albert Joseph Sauline, Iii 

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A top criminal defense attorney in his field, Attorney Albert Sauline III is well-equipped to defend you in court. While he is knowledgeable in several areas of law, Attorney Albert Sauline III provides a distinguished expertise in drug crimes, felonies, misdemeanors, sex crimes, and traffic offenses. A graduate of the Michael E. Moritz College of Law, Ohio State University, Attorney Albert Sauline III passed the Bar in 2004. If you must appear in court soon, but do not know who to call, then reach out to Attorney Albert Sauline III, the top criminal defense attorney who will put you first.

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
4.50
40 reviews  

I thought I'd really messed up my life with my DUI arrest. I was also driving on a revoked license. My faith in God prevailed, and I found Al while searching for an attorney online. Money was another issue, so Al kindly worked out a payment plan for me. His communication is excellent, and so is his demeanor! I am from out of state, which you'd think would complicate matters, but not with Al! I didn't have to show up for any court, and he worked a plea deal that I am extremely happy with! Thank you for everything Attorney Albert J. Sauline, you are the man! Rich Arlt

Mr. Sauline and his staff are tremendously professional and respectful and I have nothing but good remarks to share about his legal representation of me for the past 6 months. Nothing compares to quality legal representation and I can confidently say that Mr. Sauline embodies that well.

This attorney doesn’t always do for his client. In my experience and opinion with this person, he took my money and did nothing for me. He worked with the judge and prosecutor to ensure a prison sentence, talks poorly of you behind your back (even to your spouse), ignores emails, ignores phone calls, even had the audacity to call me a liar about a simple email. Unfortunately i have had to prove the man wrong on numerous occasions. If you are smart, pay the extra for a real attorney that will fight for you like a paid attorney is supposed to do.

My very first interaction with the lawyer. He asked questions ‘why is your phone number from fort Walton’? My number for the record starts with (850).. Why does that matter? ‘ how do you expect to pay it’ ‘ well I wanted to know your rates, or if I can get some advice’ ( at a lower price) Lawyer was very condescending. I’m sure there are way better lawyers then this dude. He was responsive. The lawyer looked up my case. He confirmed I live in Bay county. Thank you for the advice and your response. Now I know that I can go to a public defenders office if i make less than 50k because that's indigent status.

I am so thankful for Mr Sauline. Being from out of town, I was unsure of FL law or where to turn. Mr Sauline returned my call the same day and explained the process to me. I appreciate his promptness and value his knowledge of Florida law.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I thought I'd really messed up my life with my DUI arrest. I was also driving on a revoked license. My faith in God prevailed, and I found Al while searching for an attorney online. Money was another issue, so Al kindly worked out a payment plan for me. His communication is excellent, and so is his demeanor! I am from out of state, which you'd think would complicate matters, but not with Al! I didn't have to show up for any court, and he worked a plea deal that I am extremely happy with! Thank you for everything Attorney Albert J. Sauline, you are the man! Rich Arlt

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Sauline and his staff are tremendously professional and respectful and I have nothing but good remarks to share about his legal representation of me for the past 6 months. Nothing compares to quality legal representation and I can confidently say that Mr. Sauline embodies that well.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    This attorney doesn’t always do for his client. In my experience and opinion with this person, he took my money and did nothing for me. He worked with the judge and prosecutor to ensure a prison sentence, talks poorly of you behind your back (even to your spouse), ignores emails, ignores phone calls, even had the audacity to call me a liar about a simple email. Unfortunately i have had to prove the man wrong on numerous occasions. If you are smart, pay the extra for a real attorney that will fight for you like a paid attorney is supposed to do.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    My very first interaction with the lawyer. He asked questions ‘why is your phone number from fort Walton’? My number for the record starts with (850).. Why does that matter? ‘ how do you expect to pay it’ ‘ well I wanted to know your rates, or if I can get some advice’ ( at a lower price) Lawyer was very condescending. I’m sure there are way better lawyers then this dude. He was responsive. The lawyer looked up my case. He confirmed I live in Bay county. Thank you for the advice and your response. Now I know that I can go to a public defenders office if i make less than 50k because that's indigent status.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I am so thankful for Mr Sauline. Being from out of town, I was unsure of FL law or where to turn. Mr Sauline returned my call the same day and explained the process to me. I appreciate his promptness and value his knowledge of Florida law.

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Rusty Shepard 

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If you have been arrested and do not know where to turn, seek the legal guidance of Attorney Rusty Shepard, the criminal defense attorney you can trust. Matters handled by Attorney Rusty Shepard include DWIs and DUIs. Attorney Rusty Shepard is affiliated with the American Bar Association and the State Bar Association. Attorney Rusty Shepard is a graduate of the University of Florida Levin College of Law. Just because you have been arrested for a crime does not mean that Attorney Rusty Shepard cannot help you avoid a conviction or jail time.

Fee Structure: No fee unless we win.

 Website justia.comlawyer.com

Review

by Google
4.60
65 reviews  

I am so upset with Rusty Shepard I don't know what in the world to do. I did not expect to pay my money for my calls to almost never be returned, left several messages, out of almost 2 years he contacted me twice out of 20 calls I've made and left several messages. My son who he's "representing " only saw him twice since we hired him and has been sitting in the county jail abandoned. I don't know what to do anymore other than to seek another attorney. I understand we're dealing with this pandemic and a lot has changed with the courts but the no communication is unacceptable. My son has court this morning and Rusty has made zero attempts to contact me so I can be there or invited in the zoom court. It's sad and my heart is breaking not knowing anything. I don't understand why my experience with Rusty is like this. I came to him because I heard such great things from other clients he represented, however, my experience is not great at all. I wish he attended to my son better????

Such a great team! Helped us every step of the way and communication was perfect. So thankful for the help from Shepard Law. My family and I are very pleased with their work. Definitely recommend. Good work guys!

Rusty Shepard is the best. So compassionate and so effective. I highly recommend him. Terrific results both times he represented my daughter.

My CDL was in jeopardy of being taken away for good. I called about 10 law firms before finding this one. I told each one the scenario of the traffic stop and these guys were the only one that sounded optimistic. They gained my trust day one working with them. Everyone here are wonderful at what they do. And anytime I had a question, I sent them an email, and they would call me by close of the business day. They kept me well educated on what to expect and all the hurdles. That means everything to me not to feel left in the dark. They are professional, confident, knowledgeable, personable, and reliable. It is my great pleasure to say they kept my license from being revoked. They saved my livelihood. They are the bomb dot com!

I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for Mr. Shepard, Megan and the entire staff. Mr. Shepard is compassionate, attentive and knowledgeable. He was very insightful and an expert in his field. He took the time to explain the procedures in detail and provided invaluable guidance. Megan was always helpful, respectful, and responsive to my questions and attentive to any concerns either via phone or email. She was diligent in obtaining medical records and additional information for my disability case. I highly recommend Shepard law for anyone seeking legal assistance.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    I am so upset with Rusty Shepard I don't know what in the world to do. I did not expect to pay my money for my calls to almost never be returned, left several messages, out of almost 2 years he contacted me twice out of 20 calls I've made and left several messages. My son who he's "representing " only saw him twice since we hired him and has been sitting in the county jail abandoned. I don't know what to do anymore other than to seek another attorney. I understand we're dealing with this pandemic and a lot has changed with the courts but the no communication is unacceptable. My son has court this morning and Rusty has made zero attempts to contact me so I can be there or invited in the zoom court. It's sad and my heart is breaking not knowing anything. I don't understand why my experience with Rusty is like this. I came to him because I heard such great things from other clients he represented, however, my experience is not great at all. I wish he attended to my son better????

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Such a great team! Helped us every step of the way and communication was perfect. So thankful for the help from Shepard Law. My family and I are very pleased with their work. Definitely recommend. Good work guys!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    Rusty Shepard is the best. So compassionate and so effective. I highly recommend him. Terrific results both times he represented my daughter.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    My CDL was in jeopardy of being taken away for good. I called about 10 law firms before finding this one. I told each one the scenario of the traffic stop and these guys were the only one that sounded optimistic. They gained my trust day one working with them. Everyone here are wonderful at what they do. And anytime I had a question, I sent them an email, and they would call me by close of the business day. They kept me well educated on what to expect and all the hurdles. That means everything to me not to feel left in the dark. They are professional, confident, knowledgeable, personable, and reliable. It is my great pleasure to say they kept my license from being revoked. They saved my livelihood. They are the bomb dot com!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.60
    5 reviews  

    I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for Mr. Shepard, Megan and the entire staff. Mr. Shepard is compassionate, attentive and knowledgeable. He was very insightful and an expert in his field. He took the time to explain the procedures in detail and provided invaluable guidance. Megan was always helpful, respectful, and responsive to my questions and attentive to any concerns either via phone or email. She was diligent in obtaining medical records and additional information for my disability case. I highly recommend Shepard law for anyone seeking legal assistance.

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