Lacoochee Criminal Lawyers

I practice civil litigation and criminal defense. I began my legal career in the Washington, D.C. office of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, a New York-based international law firm, where I was a member of the business fraud litigation group. In 2010, I returned to Sarasota, where I was born a raised, to practice law with my father, a board certified civil trial lawyer with over 40 years of experience, and his law partner, Elliott Metcalfe, an AV rated former public defender with over 30 years and thousands of trials worth of experience. I have experience representing commercial...

I have practiced law for 32 years. My experience is broad, but has mostly focused on litigation, court practice, and document drafting and review. I have MANY YEARS of courtroom experience. I handle a variety of family and criminal law issues including, but not limited to, divorce, child support enforcement, alimony issues, parenting issues, domestic violence injunctions, mediation, DUI's, drug offenses, battery, probation violations, and theft-related offenses, among many others. I also provide many estate planning services, including the drafting of documents such as, Wills, Power of Attorney (durable or for a limited purpose), and Advance Healthcare Directives (Living Wills,...

Mark Saul Germain has focused his career on defending individuals charged with criminal offenses in Brevard County, FL, and the surrounding areas of central Florida. After completing his undergraduate degree at Rhodes College, Mark earned his Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Stetson University College of Law in 2004. After law school, Mark Germain's passion for trial advocacy lead to the public defender's office for the 18th Judicial Circuit of Florida were he served as an Assistant Public Defender. During his tenure at the public defender's office, Mark Germain represented hundreds of individuals charged with...

Brooklyn, NY born, and Daytona Beach raised, Serena is a seasoned litigator who has practiced law in Florida since 2006. Serena began her legal career prosecuting criminal cases as an Assistant State Attorney for the Seventh Judicial Circuit before going on to represent the best interest of Florida’s abused, neglected, and abandoned children as a Senior Guardian ad Litem Attorney in Volusia County. Serena then focused on practicing Family Law for several years, representing clients in dissolution of marriage, paternity, modification, and injunction for protection actions before joining the Family Law Practice Group at the Rice Law Firm. Serena earned her...

Mr. Gil was born and raised in Elizabeth, NJ, prior to entering the United States Navy in 2003 as Master at Arms/Military Police Office. Mr. Gil served two deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom attached to Joint Task Force Guantanamo from 2005 until 2007. Following his service, Mr. Gil relocated to Cape Coral, Florida to be closer to family. Mr. Gil attended Southwest Florida College to pursue his BS in Criminal Justice to further his career in Public Service. Mr. Gil was inspired to become an attorney during his internship with the Office of the State Attorney 20th Judicial...

Practicing in Volusia County since 1983, Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer since 1989, national Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense attorneys, Certified Mediator, Airline Transport Pilot, Masters in Aviation Safety, Adjunct Asst. professor, ERAU. Aviation litigation, personal injury, wrongful death, motorcycle accident, Truck accident, aircraft disaster, premises liability, dog bites, slip and fall, products, medical malpractice.

I am a former prosecutor and have been practicing criminal law for over 15 years. I have practiced in both State and Federal courts. I have an engineering degree from University of Florida, and received my law degree from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, California. I worked for a California Court of Appeal Judge in Los Angeles, for the United States Attorney's Office in Las Vegas, and as a prosecutor in Sarasota. I opened my office in downtown Sarasota in 2002, and practice exclusively criminal defense.

Joseph C. Warren has handled thousands of criminal cases and has over 25 years of experience in criminal trial practice. During his years of practice, Mr. Warren has represented many clients in criminal cases in both Circuit and County Courts.

Before joining the Musca Law Firm, Mr. Warren worked both as a prosecutor and defense attorney. As a prosecutor, Mr. Warren handled all types of criminal cases including Governor assignment cases in Brevard, Sumter, and Marion counties.

As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Warren has defended the accused in every phase of the case, from intake through trial. Mr. Warren...

Mr. Eisenberg is one of only a handful of criminal defense attorneys (seven, to be exact) in all of Sarasota County who has been recognized by the Florida Bar as a Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert. There's a reason why there are so few board certified criminal defense attorneys. That's because the Florida Bar's requirements for board certification are so difficult to achieve! Only lawyers who have been recognized by the Florida Bar as "Board Certified" are legally entitled to call themselves an "Expert" or "Specialist" in their area of the law. It is the highest...

Bruce Burk is a Florida attorney with 7 years experience. Bruce graduated with a bachelor of Science from Palm Beach Atlantic University. He then worked as a financial analyst for 2 years before going to law school at the University of South Carolina School of Law. There, he was a research editor for the South Carolina Journal of International Law and Business and a member of the mock trial team. During school he was a general counsel for a real estate company, a clerk to the Chief Justice of the South Carolina Court of Appeals, and worked for various law...

I am a 1991 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, and have an undergraduate degree in public administration from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. I worked as a prosecutor after graduating from law school, and have been in private practice since 1996. I handle all types of criminal cases, primarily in the Sarasota and Manatee county areas.

John H. Trevena is the owner and principal attorney of his firm. He has been practicing law for more than 36 years. His keen sense of strategy, accomplished skills as a trial lawyer and straightforward approach bring due process for his clients in the criminal justice and civil court systems. His high profile successes have gained him national attention and he makes frequent appearances on network television. Specialties: Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer.

Justin G. Hausler has worked in the criminal area of practice since being admitted to the Florida Bar. He began his legal career as a Prosecutor for the 18th Judicial Circuit in Seminole County, FL as an Assistant State Attorney. While serving as a Prosecutor, Mr. Hausler conducted many jury trials regarding Driving under the influence (DUI), driving while license suspended/cancelled/revoked (DWLS), drug, domestic violence, theft, violation of probation and various other types of cases. After serving as an Assistant State Attorney, Mr. Hausler dedicated himself to representing individuals that had been accused in the criminal justice system. In...

For 37 years, Robert Bauer has practiced exclusively in the area of criminal law and is widely considered an expert in his field. Prior to BCPP, Rob served as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida and in 1975 formed his own firm specializing in Criminal Defense exclusively. Having solely practiced in the areas of Criminal Defense and as a Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer since 1990, Rob has successfully represented hundreds of citizens charged with crimes ranging from homicide to misdemeanor offenses. He serves as a member of state and local Bar associations/committees as well as local charity organizations. Mr....

Since becoming a member of the Florida Bar, Nick has dedicated his practice solely to criminal defense, earning a reputation as a passionate defender in the courtroom. He believes each case brings unique obstacles, emphasizing the importance of seeking advice from a seasoned defense lawyer capable of recognizing and addressing these challenges.

I have been practicing criminal law in Central Florida and the Gulf Coast area for nearly 33 years, with a broad range of experience in both Federal and State Courts across Florida. Over the years, I have successfully litigated various crimes, including but not limited to Sexual Battery, Possession of Child Pornography, and Travelling to Meet a Minor in both State and Federal courts. I firmly believe that diligent work and thorough preparation are crucial in providing excellent representation for my clients. I also recognize the significant impact that being charged with a criminal offense can have on my clients'...

Attorney Lalitha Alladi began her legal career as an Assistant State Attorney working primarily on traffic, misdemeanor, and felony cases. This experience as a former prosecutor helps Attorney Alladi defend her clients in nearly all matters of criminal defense, as she understands how the state will approach each case. She is a tenacious advocate for her clients and will not rest until the best possible results are achieved for her clients. She also has extensive experience working in bankruptcy law, having represented debtors in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. She is fluent in Tamil. Contact her firm at...

Arna Cortazzo grew up in South Florida. Her love for the ocean and Florida's beaches began at a young age, so did her quest for justice.
As a lawyer, Arna has protected the rights of Floridians for more than 30 years. While in her last year of law school, Arna began the practice of law in the juvenile division of the Broward County Public Defender’s office as a legal intern certified by the Florida Supreme Court. Upon graduation from law school and passing the...

Robert Stepniak earned his law degree at South Texas College of Law. He spent over a decade in the U.S. Army and ended with the military career as a Captain. He has been practicing law for over fifteen years, including at large law firms in Florida. But in the last several years, Mr. Stepniak turned his efforts to starting his own practice, where he is able to dedicate more of his personal attention to each client. Mr. Stepniak is committed to making sure that each client receives customized solutions and responsive advocacy to their legal needs.

Thomas was born and raised in Titusville, FL and lives in central Brevard County. Thomas is married with four children, three of which are grown. Thomas is a graduate of Titusville High School, the University of Central Florida and Barry University Law School. Thomas has been a member in good standing of the Florida Bar. Thomas has been practicing law since 2016 and has had the honor of representing Individuals as well as large corporations such as Geico, Walmart, and Security First Insurance Company.

Gainesville Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Buchanan has been practicing criminal law in the Ganesville, Florida, area for more than 25 years. He is a former president of the Eighth Judicial Circuit chapter of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Lisa M. Orga, Esq. was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. She received her B.S. in Governmental Administration from Christopher Newport University in 2000 and her Juris Doctorate Degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2004. Ms. Orga is admitted to practice in Florida as well as in the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida. Ms. Orga is a member of the Florida Bar, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, and St. Petersburg Bar Association. Ms. Orga focuses her practice on Family Law, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability, Immigration & Naturalization, and Criminal...

I am Vanessa L. King, a trial lawyer with extensive experience in the courtroom. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Central Florida in 2005 and earned my law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2011. My career began with over three years of service as an Assistant State Attorney, where I focused on prosecuting career criminals. Throughout my career as both a prosecutor and a criminal defense lawyer, I have handled a wide range of charges, including vehicular homicide, attempted murder, armed robbery, and carjacking. After leaving the State Attorney's Office in 2014, I have been...

Linda Friedman Ramirez only works with US and foreign lawyers attorneys, providing expert opinions, reearch and writing.

My practice is limited to Family Law and Criminal Defense. I also am able to prepare simplified wills. If I am not able to help you or your family with an area of law, I have an extensive network of attorneys I can refer cases to. I was Partner with Bigney & Orth P.A. for 9 years where my specialties were the same as they are now. Prior to that, I was an Assistant State Attorney in Seminole County. In my years as an attorney in Florida, I have been lead trial attorney in over 100 jury...

Attorney Nikhil Patel has years of experience working as a bankruptcy attorney. He has represented many debtors in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases and attended numerous 341 hearings. Beyond bankruptcy law, Attorney Patel has worked on a legal team to prepare large commercial litigation cases. By focusing exclusively on bankruptcy law, Attorney Patel can offer his clients a superior understanding of the bankruptcy process and guide them through every step. He is fluent in Gujarati. For a skilled and experienced bankruptcy attorney in Seminole County, contact his firm at (407) 917-8977.

If you are looking for the best Orlando family law attorney or Orlando criminal defense attorney call The 850 CALL JOE Law Firm! Orlando attorney Joe Knape is highly experienced when it comes to the matters of criminal defense and family law in Orlando and Central Florida. Joe understands the complexity of today’s legal system serving the Central Florida area for over 6 years. To make sure the highest quality legal services are provided, Joe dedicates himself to every single client and works whenever It’s necessary providing Orlando with some of the best family law and criminal defense services without...

Attorney Christopher L. Dunham is a native of Ocala, Florida who is committed to providing the community with exceptional representation against criminal charges. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Florida University College of Law and is licensed to practice by the Florida State Bar. Before opening his own firm, Attorney Dunham served as a prosecutor for the Fifth Judicial Circuit at the State Attorney’s Office. This invaluable experience helped him understand the strategies used by the prosecution during criminal trials, which enables him to prepare comprehensive defenses to effectively challenge his clients’ charges. Attorney Dunham is a skilled trial...

Attorney Carlos J. Vidal-Collazo employs his knowledge and skills as a lawyer to protect the interests of adults and children that have been arrested or accused of a criminal offense. He has always taken pride in being a straightforward, honest, and fair lawyer with an outstanding work ethic. With an office in DeLand, Mr. Vidal fights criminal allegations in Volusia County and its surrounding areas.

Member of north central Florida community for over twenty-five years, deep committment to justice, and zealous and caring representation of all clients.

After completing her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan, Attorney Rebecca Sonalia received her Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law, graduating cum laude. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and the State of Michigan. Criminal defense law involves helping people through very traumatic times in their life. Attorney Sonalia takes this aspect of her profession very seriously. Her compassionate nature and diligence in keeping her clients informed has truly been an asset to the success of the firm. Musca Law clients have consistently expressed their gratitude...

Founding partner Joshua Silverman is a 2001 graduate of the University of Florida College of Law in Gainesville and an experienced former prosecutor with the Florida State Attorney’s Office in Gainesville. Mr. Silverman brings a wide variety of legal experience to the firm, having worked extensively during his five years as a state prosecutor in the areas of child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual offenses. In addition, he handled various criminal matters ranging from routine crimes to more serious misdemeanors and felonies, such as cases involving DUIs and homicides. As an experienced litigator, Mr. Silverman’s...