Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fort Walton Beach | 13 available

13 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, including Brandy Merrifield, Christopher P. Saxer, Coy Browning, and David Rehr. These lawyers are rated between 3.7/5 to 4.1/5 and 54% provide free consultation.

Brandy Merrifield

1817 Lewis Turner Blvd. , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Criminal defense is my passion. Our practice is team-oriented and the only law we practice is criminal defense. This heightened focus on one specific area of law means staying up to date with changing case law, constructing creative defenses, and exhausting every possible avenue to defend my clients. As an officer of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and active member of organizations such as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, I stay up to date on current legal issues and continually expands upon my skills as an attorney.. As a client, you will have access to me personally. I will work with you and for you to ensure your goals are achieved. No one plans to hire a criminal defense attorney. My goals and the strategies that we have in place at Flaherty Defense Firm provide an aggressive approach that you need to fight for your freedom.
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“Brandy and I had the opportunity to represent co-defendants in a case. Over the course of the case, I got to see her practice and advocate for her client. She did an excellent job.”
№ 1 Criminal Defense Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Coy Browning

Firm: Browning Law Firm, P.A.
185 Brooks St SE , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32548
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Criminal Defense , Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
I am a native of Central Florida and now make my home on the beautiful emerald coast of the Florida Panhandle.  I graduated cum laude from Charleston Southern University in South Carolina, where I majored in Criminal Justice.  I was a Preseason All-American linebacker for the CSU Buccaneers, and was inducted into the university's Athletic Hall of Fame in 2004.. After college, I graduated second in my class from the Florida Highway Patrol Training Academy, where I also earned the school's prestigious Director's Award for leadership.  In five years as a Florida State Trooper, I investigated over a thousand motor vehicle accidents, and participated in hundreds of criminal arrests.. Building on my law enforcement career, I earned my law degree from Samford University's Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama, in 2001.  After a short stint in Manhattan, New York, I returned to Florida and founded Browning Law Firm, P.A. in Fort Walton Beach.. I am married to Elizabeth Ward Browning and we have two beautiful children, Isla Grace and Tice Browning.
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“Coy and his team were very professional and passionate while handling my dad’s case. I 100% recomm”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Coy is a very knowledgeable personal injury and criminal defense attorney. I handled many cases against Coy when I was a prosecutor to include a jury trial.”
Google Review
“Unfortunately, this attorney did not deliver results in my case. I suffered severe injuries and permanent disability from a rear-end collision, yet received no meaningful compensat…”
— Dana McKinney
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

David Rehr

Firm: Lupella & Rehr
2110 Lewis Turner Blvd , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am a born and raised local here on Florida's Emerald Coast, and am proud to serve my local community, as well as our large and growing military commmunity and the out-of-town folks who come to enjoy our area on vacation.. Although I began my career as a prosecutor, I turned to private practice where I can be, and have been, an effective advocate for those who find themselves entangled in the criminal justice system. Throughout my career I have handled thousands of cases, ranging from misdemeanors and DUIs to the most serious of felony charges. While I primarily focus my practice in the area of DUIs and criminal defense, I also dedicate a part of my practice to defending civil Injunctions and No-Contact Orders.. Though not exhaustive, examples of the many cases I have handled inlcude: Battery, Assault, DUI and DUI Hearings to get your license back, Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP), Possession of Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Sale/Manufacture/Delivery of Controlled Substances, Drug Trafficking, Domestic Violence Battery, Disorderly Conduct,  Sex Crimes, Child Abuse, Traffic Tickets such as Hit and Run or Fleeing & Eluding Police, Receiving Stolen Property, Criminal Mischief, Solicitation, BUI, Rape & Sexual Assault, Concealed Weapons, Public Intoxication, Resisting Arrest and Theft/Shoplifting.
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“g the strategy. I was impressed by his intellect and discipline to the strategy. He was also very”
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“I worked with Dave when I was a law student extern. Dave is an excellent wordsmith. His contributions greatly benefitted our shared writing. Dave and his partner, Shawn, are also c…”

Drew S. Pinkerton

Firm: Anchors Smith Grimsley
909 Mar Walt Drive   1014 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
TOP 5 Criminal Defense Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

James C. Campbell

Firm: James C. Campbell, P.A.
4 11th Avenue   2 (Shalimar)  3257 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32579
Practice Areas: Construction ,Corporate ,Criminal Defense ,Family ,Personal Injury,Probate
Avvo Review
“I have so much I could say, but I am going to tactfully refrain. Based on my personal experiences with Mr. Campbell, I would never recommend him nor h...”
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“I, unfortunately am one of those cases you hear about where the family, no matter how long it has been, keep having disputes that result in them returning back to court. It has bee…”
— Aymee Aixa
TOP 5 Criminal Defense Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Thomas Lupella

Firm: Lupella & Rehr (Fort Walton Beach Office)
2110 Lewis Turner Blvd. , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I have defended countless people charged with all types of criminal offenses, from DUIs and Domestic Violence charges--to the most serious and complex felony cases. I have had many jury trials and have represented those charged with capital offenses, including murder.. Born in Brainerd, Minnesota. Graduated Pine River-Backus High School, MN. University of North Dakota School of Law. Activities: CLS (President), Moot Court, Trial Competition. International and Comparative Law, Shanghai and Beijing,. Awards: Glen Gustafson Scholarship (2 years), Dean’s List. Bachelor of Science Education, Magna Cum Laude,. Certified Teacher (NDEA). Awards: Air Force ROTC Award of Merit; Air Force ROTC. Certificate of Academic Excellence;. University of St. Thomas Dean’s Scholarship;. University of St. Thomas University Scholarship. Air Force ROTC Scholarship. Assistant Public Defender. State of Florida, First Circuit, Okaloosa County. Assistant District Legal Counsel. Florida Department of Children and Families. INTERNSHIPS. Zimney, Foster P.C., AV Rated, Insurance Defense, Commercial Law, Federal Criminal Defense. My firm focuses on assisting those that have been arrested for assault or battery, DUI and DUI Hearing to get your license back, Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP), Possession of Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Domestic Violence Battery, disorderly conduct, such as a bar fight, sex crimes, Shoplifting or Theft, traffic tickets such as hit and run or fleeing & eluding police, receiving stolen property, criminal mischief, Solicitation, BUI, Rape & Secual Assault, Hit & Run, Concealed Weapons, Public Intoxication, Resisting Arrest and Theft/Shoplifting.
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“gotten the same results as spending $12,500 for representation. Mr. Lupella had absolutely no contac”
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“I have worked together with Shawn on various cases over the years. I recall his hard-earned victory in a murder trial. I recall multiple occasions where Shawn pulled victory from w…”
Google Review
“I want am so grateful for the team helping me with my case. It can be so nerve wracking dealing with any legal issues and from the moment I decided to choose Lupella and Rher I fel…”
— Adriana A
TOP 5 Criminal Defense Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Tim Flaherty

Firm: Flaherty & Merrifield
1817 Lewis Turner Blvd #E , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I started Flaherty & Merrifield in 2004 with one simple goal:  to provide the very best criminal defense representation in Fort Walton Beach and throughout Okaloosa County. Over the years, my team and I have defended thousands of people accused of criminal charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, including Sex Crimes, Domestic Violence, DUIs, and Homicide. As president of the local chapter of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of organizations such as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, I stay up to date on current legal issues and continually expand upon his skills as an attorney.. Brandy Merrifield is my partner. We focus 100 percent of our practice on criminal defense. We will do whatever it takes to get the best possible result in a case. Some cases are worked out through a negotiation with the prosecutor. Other cases are litigated in court with pretrial motions to dismiss or suppress. Some cases are fought at trial. Whichever direction your case goes, Brandy and I know what moves to make in order to put you in the best position possible. Rest assured, you will be in good hands.. No matter what you are accused of, you deserve to have someone on your side who will fight for you and defend you. That is exactly what we are prepared to do for you. Call Flaherty & Merrifield and let us help.
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“you feel at ease. Talking to them gives you confidence that everything will turn out in your favour”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Mr. Flaherty practicing law for several years and know him to be a very talented attorney and any client he represents is in good hands.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Timothy W. Shaw

Firm: Anchors Smith Grimsley
909 Mar Walt Drive   1014 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Domestic Partnership,General Practice,Personal Injury,Wrongful Death
Avvo Review
“Timothy took my case over a year and a half ago. He has been anything but responsive or caring about my case. I was always the one having to track him...”
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Google Review
“Great attorney trustworthy all around great guy and has helped me in multiple situations deffinately worth it.”
— Shaun Robertson
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

William L. Nelson III

Firm: The Law Offices of William Nelson III, P.A.
C   212 Eglin Pkwy Southeast 8 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32549
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Christopher P. Saxer

Firm: Christopher P. Saxer, P.A.
126 Northeast Eglin Parkway , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32548
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Ernest L. Cotton

Firm: Cotton & Gates
Three Plew Avenue 216 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32579
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Stephen G. Cobb Esq.

Firm: Cobb Criminal Defense Law Firm
381 Santa Rosa Boulevard   C102  3254 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32548
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Products Liability

William P. Heath

Firm: William P. Heath
916 Holbrook Circle 734 , Fort Walton Beach , Florida 32547
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fort Walton Beach, Florida at a Glance

Lawbamba lists 13 Criminal Defense lawyers in Fort Walton Beach. 8 have client reviews, averaging 4.7/5 across 85 reviews. The highest-rated (with at least 3 reviews) is Coy Browning, at 5.0/5 from 27 reviews. You can also browse all Criminal Defense lawyers in Florida.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Criminal Defense lawyers are in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?
Lawbamba lists 13 Criminal Defense lawyers in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. 8 of them have client reviews.
What is the average client rating for Criminal Defense lawyers in Fort Walton Beach?
Across 85 client reviews, Criminal Defense lawyers in Fort Walton Beach average 4.7 out of 5.
Who is the highest-rated Criminal Defense lawyer in Fort Walton Beach?
Among lawyers with at least 3 client reviews, Coy Browning has the highest rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews.
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