3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tallahassee, FL

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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DON PUMPHREY, JR

PUMPHREY LAW
553 East Tennessee Street,
Tallahassee, FL 32308 Directions

Since 1997

Specialty:

Criminal Defense Resisting an Officer Introduction of Contraband Lying to Police Co-defendant Cases Gambling Charges Sting Operations Florida DUI Traffic Offenses Drug Charges Violent Crimes Domestic Violence Temporary Injunctions Weapons Charges Theft Crimes White Collar Crime Juvenile Offenses Sex Crimes Violation of Probation Early Termination of Probation Seal or Expunge Criminal Record Criminal Appeals US Federal Offenses Money Laundering Tax Evasion Identity Theft Bench Warrants Emergency Bond Hearings Florida Panhandle Arrests

"Don Pumphrey, Jr is the founder of Pumphrey Law. He has been defending those charged with various criminal offenses, including DUI, drug trafficking, domestic violence, assault, battery, theft, and murder for 28 years. He is familiar with all facets of the criminal justice system, from criminal investigation to sentencing. He was selected as a Mock Trial Finalist, which was awarded by the Stetson University College of Law Trial Advocacy Society. His knowledge and abilities quickly resulted in a promotion to lead trial attorney over an entire division for the State Attorney’s Office in Pinellas County. He received an Extra Mile Award from the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Don has started his criminal defense firm, and he has since represented thousands of individuals accused of crimes. Pumphrey Law is a prominent criminal defense firm located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is defending cases of misdemeanors, federal crimes, and relevant administrative matters. Pumphrey Law offers free case evaluations and consultations. They serve clients accused of crimes in Leon County and the surrounding areas throughout Florida’s Second Judicial Circuit, including Bristol in Liberty County, Crawfordville in Wakulla County, Monticello in Jefferson County, and Quincy in Gadsden County.

2026 Update: Don Pumphrey, Jr has been a member of the NFL Alumni Association, the American Bar Association, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National College for DUI Defense, and the NORML Legal Committee."

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Top 100 Trial Lawyers by National Trial Lawyers 2014
Extra Mile Award by Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in 2016
License #107980

Contact:

(850) 681-7777 (888) 384-3661

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Anabelle Dias - Tallahassee, FL Criminal Defense Lawyers
Anabelle Dias - Tallahassee, FL Criminal Defense Lawyers
Anabelle Dias - Tallahassee, FL Criminal Defense Lawyers
10+ YEARS IN TBR
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ANABELLE DIAS

LAW OFFICE OF ANABELLE DIAS P.A.
521 North Adams Street,
Tallahassee, FL 32301 Directions

Since 1999

Specialty:

Criminal Defense Sealing and Expungements Weapons and Guns Violation of Probation Florida Sex Crimes Juvenile Delinquency Assault and Battery Drunk Driving Burglary and Theft Domestic Cases Drug Crimes and Trafficking Homicide Injunction Negligent Security Reckless Driving Racing on Highways Fleeing and Eluding Conspiracy Kidnapping False Imprisonment Robbery Domestic Violence Domestic Violence Injunctions

"Anabelle Dias has been a practicing attorney in the state of Florida for 27 years of experience. She handles almost exclusively criminal cases. Anabelle is fluent in French, as well as conversational Spanish and Portuguese. She is the leader of The Law Offices of Anabelle Dias, P.A. She has handled 1,000 cases, including assaults and robberies. She manages situations to minimize the stress and anxiety involved, and implementing this approach will most likely yield the right outcome for you. Anabelle has vast trial experience and works effectively with State Attorney's Offices to get the best results for her clients. Anabelle Dias P.A. represents clients facing all types of criminal charges in North Florida, including both misdemeanors and felonies. They will ensure that the case is thoroughly reviewed from an objective perspective and provide all the available facts. Anabelle Dias P.A. offers a free consultation to its clients.

2026 Update: Law Office of Anabelle Dias P.A. offers flexible payment plans, manageable retainer structures, and scheduling that works around your life."

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License #162604

Contact:

(850) 422-3427 (850) 528-2400

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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LUKE NEWMAN

LUKE NEWMAN, P.A. 308 McDaniel Street,
Tallahassee, FL 32303 Directions

Since 2004

Specialty:

Drug Possession Drug Trafficking Marijuana Offenses Assault and Battery Homicide and Murder Sex Crimes Theft Crimes White-Collar Crimes Guns/Weapons Offenses Racketeering and RICO Charges Federal Criminal Appeals Asset Seizure and Forfeiture Assault Aggravated Assault Battery Child Pornography Sexual Assault Indecent Exposure Child Molestation Embezzlement Forgery Securities Fraud

2026 Update: Luke Newman earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas in 2001 and graduated with honors from Florida State University College of Law in 2004. He was admitted to the State of Florida Bar in 2004 and later admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida in 2005, the Northern District of Florida in 2010, and the Southern District of Florida in 2024. Luke opened Luke Newman, P.A. in 2009. He has been appointed by the Florida Bar to serve as chair of the committee that tests and evaluates attorneys, including prosecutors and judges, seeking board certification in criminal law. He passed the board certification exam to become a board-certified specialist in the area of criminal appeals. He serves on several Florida Bar committees, including the Appellate Court Rules Committee (ACRC) and the ACRC Criminal Practice Subcommittee.

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License #859281

Contact:

(850) 224-4444

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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