Criminal Defense lawyers in Florida

Mattie Fore

Firm: Mattie Fore Law, LLC

631 Lucerne Avenue , Lake Worth Beach , Florida 33460 Zip code: 33460

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Mattie Fore Law, LLC is a criminal defense practice which handles all types of felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses in Florida state courts. Whether charged with a minor offense or the most serious of crimes, Ms. Fore recognizes that a criminal prosecution can result in severe and life-altering consequences. As a result, Ms. Fore will devote the time and attention you and your case deserve in order to achieve the best results possible. You can rest assured that Ms. Fore will bring her wealth of skill and years of courtroom experience to bear on your case. From investigating your case, to litigating pretrial motions, to arguing your case before a jury, Ms. Fore will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of your defense. Ms. Fore has tried over 85 cases to verdict, including trials by jury and trials by judge, with consistently successful results. She is also an aggressive and accomplished pretrial litigator, with a wealth of experience researching and writing motions and arguing them in court on behalf of her clients. She is dedicated to the hard work and preparation required to make a compelling defense, even for the most challenging of cases.. For many clients, one of the most stressful aspects of being prosecuted can be the uncertainty and confusion that results from being unfamiliar with the criminal justice system as well as its complex laws and procedural rules. Ms. Fore takes the time to explain that process to her clients so that they understand the process and can appreciate what options they have. She will guide you through the complexities of the system to make sure you clearly understand what your options are, and will always give you her honest and informed advice and counsel throughout the whole process. Above all else, Ms. Fore prides herself on excellent client communication and maintaining a working attorney-client relationship with her clients. She always keeps her clients updated, returns all phone calls within 24 hours, and makes her clients an integral part of the defense team from start to finish.

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Matthew Glassman

Firm: Matthew Glassman

600 SW 4th Avenue , Fort Lauderdale , Florida 33315 Zip code: 33315

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

My name is Matt Glassman and I have been representing people charged with crimes for over ten years. Originally from St. Louis, Mo., I went to undergrad in the midwest at Indiana University. I decided to journey to a warmer climate to attend Law School in sunny South Florida. I earned my Law degree at Saint Thomas University, where simultaneously I also earned a Masters Degree in Sports Management. In Law School, and as a big sports nut, I interned with the Florida Marlins. In Law School, I also participated in student government, and received the Book Award for best student in Apellate Advocacy. As a practicing attorney,I have handled some of the most difficult and serious criminal charges including First degree Murders where the State Attorneys Office was seeking the death penalty. I have tried all types of cases including multiple DUI's. I ended my public service career as a member of the Broward County Public Defender's Major Crimes/Homicide was there that I spent three years handling First Degree Murder's and Second Degree Murders. I am a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40. I have taught at the College undergraduate and graduate level at Florida Atlantic University. At FAU I teach a class on Florida's infamous Stand Your Ground Law and all the intricacies involved in putting forth a self defense claim. I also taught Administrative Law and Procedures to Graduate students. There is no criminal matter that I cannot handle. I am not afraid of major crimes and bad factual scenarios, I will give you the knowledge and fight that you need. For more information about me please go to .

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Matthew Heider

2241 Cleveland Ave , Fort Myers , Florida 33901 Zip code: 33901

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Matt was born in Ferguson, Missouri, and was raised primarily in the Midwest. As the son of a single mother, Matt learned the value of a dollar from a young age. Matt attended four separate high schools, in Indiana, Missouri, Florida, and finally Illinois. In 1999, Matt began his Bachelor’s at Southern Illinois University, in Carbondale, Illinois. When he was three classes from graduating with his degree in Psychology, Matt left school in order to work at the family business in South Carolina. Matt spent ten years in South Carolina, learning the family furniture business, and helping it grow. His time in the business taught him how to be an independent self-starter, and how to meet and exceed client’s needs, but most importantly, how to be a creative problem solver.. After ten years in the furniture business, Matt decided he wanted to finish his degree and pursue other careers, but was unsure of what direction he would go. After careful consideration, Matt thought back to all those arguments won, all the times strangers would tell him he would make a good lawyer after coming up with creative solutions to customer issues. It seemed like a long-shot at the time for a man who was already 34 years old, but two and a half years later, with the support of his wife and two young children, Matt would graduate from Florida Coastal School of Law (“FCSL”) number 1 in his class of 241, Summa Cum Laude, with numerous other honors and achievements, including being named a Dean’s Scholar all semesters, receiving 6 book awards (recognizing top performance in individual classes), and an invitation into the Academic Honors Program. Matt was also a member of the FCSL Law Review, an Assistant Director of the Pro Bono Program, for which he received recognition for providing more than 75 hours of pro bono service, and a member of Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society.. While in Law School, Matt devoted extra time to the study of Criminal Law, completing externships at both the Public Defender’s Clinic, and the Office of the State Attorney for the 4th Judicial Circuit, as well as additional classes concerning criminal procedure and trial practice. This extra focus in the area of criminal law earned Matt an advanced certificate in criminal law.. After law school, Matt applied to 18 of the 20 Offices of the State Attorney and ultimately decided that Fort Myers was the place he wanted to begin the practice of law and raise his family. Matt spent approximately two and a half years at the Office of the State Attorney for the 20th Judicial Circuit, working cases ranging from DUI to drug trafficking, and working on specialty court dockets such as drug court and domestic violence. His time as a prosecutor taught him how to be efficient and detail-oriented, and gave him a comprehensive understanding of how local offices prosecute criminal cases.. In January 2020, Matt joined the Rios Law Group in order to continue his pursuit of justice. With a keen eye for spotting legal issues, Matt is able to apply his experience as a prosecutor in order to come up with creative solutions to the complex problems associated with criminal prosecutions.

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Matthew Kindel

Firm: Bauer, Crider, Kindel & Parry, P.A.

11914 Oak Trail Way , Port Richey , Florida 34668 Zip code: 34668

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I stand up and fight for every person whose had his or her freedom and rights taken from them by the Government. I see individuals every day in court who simply need someone to stand with them, to fight for them, to tell their story. I hear the goverment refer to constitutional rights as "technicalities." Every client of mine gets my cell phone and my email. I strive to tell my client's story in court. I have a passion for helping teachers and individuals with developmental disabilities. I am a contracted attorney with the United School Employees of Pasco, USEP, and with the United States Concealed Carry Association, the USCCA. I am also trusted by the Fraternal Order of Police to represent their member who are involved in a critical incident (police shooting).. I live in Land O' Lakes, Pasco County, Florida, and have since 2013. I am a Central Florida native. I was born, raised and educated in Polk County, Florida. I have been married to my wife, Nina, since 2010. We have two young children, Elise and Archer, and a black Lab, Jet. I enjoy spending time with my family, golfing, skeet shooting, reading and working around the house. I enjoy giving back to the community and serving with my Rotary family. I regularly attend Grace Family Church on Tampa.. Position: My practice is dedicated solely to the area of criminal, DUI and traffic ticket defense in Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough and Hernando counties. I have handled cases all over the State of Florida, from Gainesville to Key West.. Areas of Practice:. Professional Associations and Memberships:. Education:. Published Works:. Past Employment:

Contact: +1 (727) 474-8017

Matthews Bark

Firm: Law Offices of Matthews R. Bark, PA

999 Douglas Avenue #3317 , Altamonte Springs , Florida 32714 Zip code: 32714

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Prior to ever attending law school, Mr. Bark clerked for the Orphans Court in Baltimore. He created the first ever mediation program. He then attended law school, graduated with honors, was the head teacher's assistant, a law scholar, interned for the Circuit Court in an for Baltimore City, the Maryland Court of Appeals, the Maryland House of Delegates, and the Baltimore City State Attorney's Office.. After graduation he was a prosecutor in Brevard and Seminole Counties. He took on highly publicized cases, including those where a man video recorded a twelve year old girl changing, a jewish boy was arrested on Rosh Hoshana, a deputy was battered by her husband, and teacher was accused of bringing a gun onto an elementary school campus.. He left the State Attorney's Office after being recruited by Jaeger & Blankner. At Jaeger & Blankner, Mr. Bark tried DUIs, possession of cocaine, assisted in Murder trials, defended drug trafficking cases, and sex offense cases.. Mr. Bark left the firm to have a more hands on approach with his clients, and opened his own boutique firm.

Contact: +1 (407) 543-0358

Maura Doherty

Firm: Walker Law Group

2744 Summerdale Dr , Clearwater , Florida 33761 Zip code: 33761

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Maura Doherty is a native of Pinellas County, but has lived and worked throughout the Tampa Bay area. She attended Loyola University in New Orleans, where she majored in English Literature. Maura’s father and grandfather were both attorneys, so the decision to pursue a career in law was a natural one for her. Maura graduated from the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law. As she watched her father, one of the area’s preeminent criminal lawyers, she realized how satisfying it could be to help those who truly need it and not just clients who could afford to pay. Maura devoted herself to representing indigent criminal defendants for over nine years. During that time, Maura learned many things that have aided her in her career, as well as in her personal life. She also gained valuable experience in the court room trying some of the most difficult kinds of cases. She brings unique abilities as an advocate and as a counselor to Walker Law Group where she now counsels to and advocates for injury clients exclusively.. Maura is licensed to practice law in the state of Florida since 2003. She is a member of the Florida Justice Association, The Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association and a member of the Goldberg Inn of Court.

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