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Rick and his wife Patricia enjoy sailing and spending time at the beach. He is an Angel Tree sponsor and former police officer. He joined the firm in 2007. For a free consultation, call.

LHJ LAW. * 100% Criminal Defense boutique law office that handles Florida Statewide and Federal cases.. * Has strategically defended hundreds of clients since 1997.. * Focuses on serious and complex felony cases from the investigative stage up through and including jury trial.. * Travels to all counties and cities.. * Headquarters/main office is located in Downtown Tampa; additional meeting locations for felony cases are offered in Jacksonville, Orlando, Miami, and other select cities.. CLIENT PROFILE. LHJ LAW has represented and/or consulted with an array of clients including:. * Attorneys. * Law enforcement family members and friends. * Media/profile individuals. * White-collar professionals. * Foreign nationals. LEON H. JONES, J.D.. * Criminal Defense Trial Attorney & Founder of LHJ LAW.. * Over 20 years of experience handling criminal cases.. * Member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers.. * Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. * Former Felony Prosecutor in Florida.. * Graduate of Stetson University College of Law (routinely ranked #1 among U.S. law schools for trial advocacy) and University of Tampa.. * Grew up in England and Canada.. CASE TYPES. LHJ LAW defends clients with all types of criminal charges including:. * Murder/Homicide. * Racketeering (R.I.C.O.). * Conspiracy. * Armed Robbery/Burglary/Kidnapping. * Weapons Offenses. * Drug Trafficking/Delivery/Possession. * Sex Crimes. * Child Abuse. * Aggravated Battery & Assault/Domestic Violence. * White-collar Theft/Fraud. * Violation of Supervision (Community Control, Probation). * Bond Motions (including Nebbia). APPROACH TO REPRESENTATION. The law acts as both a sword and a shield for the protection of society.  At the same time, the Criminal Justice System creates a strain on not only the accused but on family, friends, and employers.  Skill and experience from having worked on both the prosecution and defense sides of the courtroom are brought to bear for every client that entrusts LHJ LAW with his or her case.  Beyond skill and experience, it is the degree of diligence and compassion in working a case that has the greatest impact on results.. Clients seeking legal representation are not only looking for an attorney with a high level of skill and experience in the legal realm, but also a lawyer with a powerful and personable demeanor who understands a client's thoughts and feelings as a unique individual and can effectively translate them to the courtroom.. Clients rightly expect a high level of personalized attention to their cases.  They also often prefer that the attorney they hire will be the attorney handling their case(s) in and out of the courtroom.  Many referred clients have stated that these were significant factors in their decision to retain LHJ LAW and the office has structured its practice to successfully deliver on these expectations.

I grew up in Tampa all my life.  I defend my clients on a wide array of criminal charges in either State or Federal Court.  I started my legal career at the Public Defender's Office in Hillsborough County in 1994 and went into private criminal practice in 1997.   I have tried over 50 jury trials and many more non-jury trials.   My trial experience has taught me that intense investigation brings about terrific results. My practice has also focused on crimes involving violence and more specifically sexual violence.  Defending these cases has given me a lot of experience in domestic relations court representing both petitioners and respondents on all types of domestic violence injunctions.. I am 49 years old and when I am not working I spend most of my time with my two sons.  While my practice brings me a lot of gratification its my sons who make life worthwhile.  I am certainly someone who enjoys the outdoors and all that Tampa has to offer.  Because my job requires a lot of commitment I exercise a lot and try to get outside whenever possible.  Boating and paddleboarding are a big part of my life.

Good people make mistakes.  Some mistakes involve the law, and that's where I step in.  I am committed to helping those who need legal defense in all circumstances and that's why I've been exclusively representing those charged with criminal offenses since the day I left law school.  As a Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer in Florida (a distinction held by only 1% of all Florida attorneys), I represent cases throughout the State of Florida, primarily throughout the Tampa Bay area, Central and south Florida.. I enjoy speaking at state and national conferences in order to teach and learn from other criminal attorneys.  While serving as Editor of "Defending a Capital Case in Florida" for 10 years, my experience and understanding of criminal case law has allowed me to best serve my clients throughout the State of Florida.  I have taught Certified Legal Education seminars at state conferences regarding criminal defense law, jury selection, and death penalty litigation.. I've been  married to my college sweetheart for 29 years and we have four children in high school and college.  In my spare time, I enjoy golf, playing trumpet, and traveling with my family. I grew up in upstate New York and Cape Coral, Florida and prefer the sun over the snow!. Whatever situation you may find yourself currently facing, allow me to help you decode the confusion and provide you with a defense built on my experience, integrity, and reputation.

Areas of Practice: State and Federal Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Personal Injury. Licensed to Practice in Florida State and Federal Court. Former State Prosecutor. Legal Analyst. Florida State University College of Law. University of South Florida. Anthony Rickman is an AV Preeminent rated Attorney with over ten years of experience in the areas of Criminal Defense, DUI, Personal Injury, and Sports & Entertainment Law.  Due to his stellar record both in and out of the Courtroom, Anthony Rickman has received an AV preeminent rating from Martingale Hubble, the highest rating an attorney can receive for legal ability and ethical standards.  Anthony has also received a 10.0 star rating from AVVO, the highest rating an attorney can receive. Anthony had been named a Top 40 Trial Lawyer under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers Association, and received a “Superior” ranking by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense organization.. A Tampa Bay native, Anthony attended the University of South Florida where he received a full academic scholarship and graduated Cum Laude. He then attended the Florida State University College of Law where he earned his law degree. Upon graduating law school, Anthony was a prosecutor at Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office. As an Assistant State Attorney, Anthony prosecuted thousands of DUI, misdemeanor, traffic, and felony cases. Anthony joined the law firm of Taracks Gomez & Associates in 2007, and in 2011, Anthony was named a partner at Taracks Rickman & Associates.  In 2016 Anthony Rickman founded “The Rickman Law Firm”, a firm dedicated to representing clients throughout the State of Florida.. Mr. Rickman practices in both State and Federal Court.  As a well versed and experienced criminal defense attorney, Anthony handles a wide array of cases including, but not limited to, Serious Felonies, DUI, DUI Manslaughter, Drug Possession, Drug Trafficking/Manufacturing, Violations of Probation, Sex Offenses, Child Pornography, Sexual Battery, Robbery, Child Abuse, Gun Charges, Burglary, Fraud, Forgery, Assault and Battery, Theft, Domestic Violence, Murder, and all other State or Federal Felony and Misdemeanor Offenses.. Using his experience, skills, and knowledge gained as a prosecutor and perfected as a defense attorney, Anthony can provide you with the representation you need to successfully defend against the government's accusations. Anthony's has successfully argued hundreds of motions and tried numerous cases before a Juries and Judges that resulted in not guilty verdicts at trial or a dismissal of the charges prior to trial. Mr. Rickman’s courtroom ability, legal knowledge, dedication, preparation, skill, aggression, and experience, will provide you with a top notch criminal defense through all stages of your case.. Anthony Rickman is well-versed in personal injury cases. Anthony has represented hundred of clients injured in auto accident or as a result of a “slip and fall”. As a personal injury attorney, he is dedicated to helping injury victims get the financial compensation they deserve.  In addition to personal injury and criminal defense, Anthony represents producers, directors, entertainers, artists, musicians, and athletes in the sports and entertainment world. Anthony has been involved in negotiations to raise capital for multi-million dollar films, production and directorial contracts, Boxing Pay-Per View events, movie and television development contracts, film and video distribution agreements.. Anthony Rickman is often featured on local and national television providing legal analysis on a wide array of issues.  Anthony is a regular legal commentator on Fox, and has appeared on NBC, ABC, CNN and ESPN.  Mr. Rickman has been interviewed by multiple newspapers and publications and is often called upon by print media outlets to give his opinion on legal issues.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Athens and surrounding areas.