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A skilled and seasoned criminal defense and trial attorney, Julian Kemp focuses his practice on family law, juvenile dependency and delinquency, first time offenders, DUI, drug possession, theft and grand theft, sex offenses and violent crimes. He has represented hundreds of families and individuals across Florida. Mr. Kemp also represents individuals and companies who are the subject of grand jury subpoenas and he regularly interfaces with the prosecutors and case agents in such matters.. Prior to entering private practice in 2006, Mr. Kemp served as an Assistant Public Defender in Miami-Dade County and the 18th Judicial Circuit (Seminole County, Florida), where he represented court appointed, and private clients, in state criminal prosecutions as well as appeals including several clients charged with homicides and capital offenses.. Mr. Kemp earned a B.A. in History, cum laude, from Morgan State University, 1995, and a J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law, 1998. He interned with Miami-Dade county’s Office of the Public Defender and with the Honorable Barry L. Garber, United States Magistrate Judge for the Southern District. An Army veteran, he served in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm.. He is a member of several professional and community service organizations including the Florida Assn. of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL), Central Florida Assn. of Criminal Defense Lawyers (CFACDL), the Florida Bar Assn., Seminole County Bar Assn., the American Bar Assn., the Paul C. Perkins Bar Assn. and is the board Vice-President of Friends of Children and Families, a non-profit organization serving at-risk children and their families.

I am passionate about fighting for justice. I believe in providing the best representation for my clients by being prepared for court, negotiations, and trial. I understand the legal arena may be confusing for clients, but my job is to guide them through the process and structure the case strategies around their goals/needs.

I am a cum laude graduate of Florida A&M University College of Law currently working as an assistant public defender. As a  public defender, I maintain a cooperative working relationship with judges, prosecutors and law enforcement agencies.  I currently supervise a caseload of 130+ misdemeanor and criminal traffic cases.  I am confident that the relevant practical skills I gained from experiences make me a well-qualified candidate to assist you with your legal needs.

My name is Alexander J. Smith-Johnson, I am a driven attorney dedicated to giving my clients the very best legal representation.  I pride myself on being easily accessible to my clients and communicating with my clients at every step of their legal matters.  I am prompt, professional, and punctual in my approach to the practice of law, and look forward to working with you soon.

Brandon was born in Indiana.  He grew up in South Florida.  After high school, he moved to Orlando to attend the University of Central Florida.  While there, Brandon was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon and Phi Alpha Delta.  He also competed on the Mock Trial Team at UCF.  With the team, Brandon was able to compete in multiple Mock Trial competitions across the country, learn essential trial practice skills, and earn a Best Attorney award at the American Mock Trial Association’s Southeast Regional Mock Trial Competition.  After UCF, he moved to Chicago to attend Loyola University Chicago’s School of law, where he also competed on the Mock Trial Team, continued to develop and refine his trial practice skills, and earned a Certificate in Advocacy.. After graduating law school, Brandon joined the Orange County State Attorney’s Office as an Assistant State Attorney.  At the State Attorney's Office, he prosecuted criminal defendants, enforced criminal laws, and advocated on behalf of the State of Florida, as well as the victims of criminal misconduct.  While there, Brandon also independently prosecuted a high-volume felony caseload from intake to disposition, prepared numerous motions, delivered arguments in various types of circuit court hearings, conducted the depositions of both state and defense witnesses, and performed all phases of the trial process from jury selection to closing arguments.  In his first two years as a prosecutor, Brandon tried over 30 jury and non-jury trials to verdict as lead council.  Before leaving the office, he was promoted through five levels of prosecution, including county court misdemeanor, entry level circuit court felony, the juvenile bureau, the DUI unit, and the Drug Unit.. Brandon is now using the information and things he learned as a prosecutor, to build strong cases for his criminal defense clients at The Fighter Law Firm.

W. A. Randolph (Randy) McClean graduated from the University of Florida earning his Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honors. While in law school at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, Randy gained valuable litigation experience at his internship at the Office of the State Attorney in Alachua County. After receiving his Juris Doctor degree in 1996, Randy joined the Office of the State Attorney for Orange and Osceola counties. As an Assistant State Attorney, Randy gained extensive trial and litigation experience as he handled countless felony, juvenile, traffic and misdemeanor cases. Randy is an experienced trial attorney who has lectured at law enforcement seminars and taught law enforcement recruits at Valencia Community College's Law Enforcement Academy. In 1999, Randy entered private practice to serve the legal needs of the Central Florida community.. In private practice, Randy shifted his focus to defending and protecting the rights of Floridians in criminal and family law cases. Randy has represented many individuals and families in divorce, child custody, paternity, dependency and child support cases. He is also an experienced domestic violence attorney. Randy understands the complex emotions and legal issues that can arise in a family case and is dedicated to provide zealous, compassionate representation for each and every one of his clients. Randy looks forward to serving your legal needs. Contact him today.

I'm a second generation lawyer who is passionate about providing experienced representation and personable service to every individual that I'm privileged to represent. Each of my Clients has my personal cell phone number and the ability to contact me as needed. I pride myself on being prompt, punctual and professional, at all times. And I never charge for an initial consultation. I am an alumnus of Florida State University and a die-hard Seminole fan. Go 'Noles!

I have been practicing law since 1998.  I always strive to provide my clients with the best possible representation.  My focus is on communication between client, lawyer, adversary and the Courts.  Many, many matters can be effectively resolved through a comprehensive understanding of the facts in a given case.  And no 2 cases are just alike!. My practice is almost exclusively a trial practice, criminal and civil - state and federal.  But I also deal with family law, bankruptcy, contracts and administrative law matters.. I have offices in Tallahassee, Apalachicola and Jacksonville and handle cases in the Panhandle and throughout Florida.. I am an avid hunter and sportsman.  I enjoy spending time with my wife and 2 sons.  We travel, hunt and enjoy the outdoors together. I summited Mt. Kilimanjaro in October 2023.

Attorney Gregory Panzo graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice. He then went on to graduate from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, acquiring legal knowledge in criminal procedure and trial advocacy. During his time in Law School Attorney Panzo, completed legal internships with the District Attorney’s Office in Fayetteville, N.C., and also Fidelity National Financial in Jacksonville, FL.. Prior to joining Largey Law, Attorney Panzo practiced criminal law first as an Assistant State Attorney and then as an Assistant Public Defender in Lake County Florida. During his time with the State Attorney’s Office and the Public Defender’s Office Attorney Panzo tried numerous cases ranging from simple misdemeanors to complex felony cases.. Attorney Panzo’s experience as a State Prosecutor provides a unique advantage in defending criminal cases. He has a working knowledge of police procedures and knows what the government requires to build their criminal cases. As criminal defense attorney, he is able to put his knowledge and skills into action to obtain the best possible results for his clients. Attorney Gregory Panzo works diligently in applying those skills when representing all of his clients.

As a Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney and former Assistant State Attorney, Nicholas E. Stack is adept at identifying the weaknesses in the prosecution case and uses that knowledge to benefit his clients. He knows the criminal justice system inside and out and has successfully defended clients in various criminal cases. Mr. Stack was also employed as an Assistant Public Defender handling major crimes in the Fifth Judicial Circuit. This detailed experience, combined with his enthusiastic advocacy for his clients, has taught him how to not only try cases and succeed, i.e. securing numerous not guilty verdicts, but also to secure dismissals without ever having gone to trial. Mr. Stack believes that everyone deserves a competent defense; this is why it is his mission to safeguard your rights by explaining the legal process and options available.

I having been practicing Criminal Law my entire 35 years as an Attorney.  I started in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. in 1980 and practiced there until 1998.  In 1998, My wife and I moved to Lake County, Fl. and I have been in Lake since then. I only handle Lake County cases and that helps to give a real local and "Home Field" advantage in the defending of my clients.  I know everyone in the Lake County Courts and am always available for my clients. It is always an honor and pleasure to represent my clients who have put their faith and financial resources in my ability as an attorney and as an individual. Thank you.. Sincerely,. Andrew Colando Jr.