Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Sarasota, FL

24 firms listed · all 24 in Sarasota · 8 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

The Law Firm of Richard Eisenberg

The Law Firm of Richard Eisenberg

(49)
  • Prosecutor
  • Call
  • Compassionate
“Richard is a good lawyer happy to work with him, price is Reasonable, have worked with him couple times, he is very good on replying to messages, sends all the info by email on time.”
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A
In Business Since 2019
Free Initial Consultation
1751 Mound St #205, Sarasota, FL
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The Law Place

The Law Place

(49)
  • Texts
  • Driving
  • Writing
“He and associates made sure that I was clear on what was happening, what would be happening moving forward and maintained communication throughout the process.”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2005
Se Habla Español
1414 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
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The Law Offices of Daniel D. Nawara

The Law Offices of Daniel D. Nawara

(46)
  • Understanding
  • Knowledge
  • Courtroom
“When I got ready to turn I couldn't because the road was blocked, an officer pulled my stating , I stopped on a green light and waited until it turned red and then went .”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2018
Transparent Fees & Pricing
240 N Washington Blvd #460, Sarasota, FL
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Kowtko Law Group

Kowtko Law Group

(47)
  • Courtroom
  • Knowledge
  • Phone
“Not only was she our attorney but she has also become a special friend caring about us not only on a professional basis but on a personal level as well.”
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2017
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Cash, Check
1800 2nd St #882, Sarasota, FL
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Band, Gates & Dramis, P.L.

Band, Gates & Dramis, P.L.

(28)
  • Law Firm
  • Knowledge
“When my parents were transitioning into assisted living, the attorneys at Band, Gates & Dramis were very sensitive to our needs in putting together an estate plan.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2012
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2070 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL
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Zimmerman and Zimmerman

Zimmerman and Zimmerman

(35)
  • Knowledge
  • Questions
  • Choice
“Hands-down the best Lawyer ever told me since day one of me getting arrested not to worry and he fought for me, Never gave up always made me feel like I was getting the best of my situation, and got my case dropped.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2004
Free Initial Consultation
2055 Wood St #118, Sarasota, FL
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The 24 firms listed for Sarasota, FL defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Sarasota, FL

All 24 firms we list here are in Sarasota itself. We have 29 firms in Sarasota on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,435 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (78%) and quality (77%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 8 are open around the clock and 10 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are domestic violence (3), bicycle accident (2), boating accident (2), car accidents (2) and divorce (2). 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 8 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans and 11 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for Sarasota open on Saturdays or Sundays?

10 of the 24 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

Law Offices of Eric Reisinger, PA

Law Offices of Eric Reisinger, PA

(49)
  • Pay
  • Team
  • Hiring
“Eric and his team were fantastic - prompt with responses to emails and calls, patient while explaining what to expect, and eventually getting my case dropped.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2010
2075 Main St STE 20, Sarasota, FL
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Pallegar Law, PA.

Pallegar Law, PA.

(29)
  • Expunged
  • Job
  • Call
“Pallegar from the beginning I called him about my case thru the entire process was explained with professionalism, he was very thorough in my mind, I would recommend his firm and Mr.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2010
Free Initial Consultation
3906 Mockingbird Hill, Sarasota, FL
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The Byrd Law Firm P.A.

The Byrd Law Firm P.A.

(27)
  • Hands
  • Outcome
“I was charged with five alleged crimes: felony criminal mischief over $1,000, interfering with a hunter and his game, petty larceny, release of an invasive species into the state without a license and other alleged violations of Florida Fish & Wildl...”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1991
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2151 Main St #201, Sarasota, FL
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Fowler Law Group

Fowler Law Group

(48)
  • Decision
  • Communication
  • Respect
“Watching how my attorney handled a relatively minor issues such as a speeding ticket with diligence and genuine concern for the outcome was impressive.”
In Business Since 2014
2075 Main St Suite 38, Sarasota, FL
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Michael Fayard, Attorney at Law

Michael Fayard, Attorney at Law

(26)
  • Price
  • Money
  • Job
“If you are looking for someone that can not only get the job done but make sure you are going to get EVERYTHING that you deserve in the process, look no further.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2008
434 S Washington Blvd # 200, Sarasota, FL
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The Dunn Law Firm

The Dunn Law Firm

(30)
  • Prison
  • Job
  • Probation
“I have never met a attorney with such Knowledge, Ambition, and Confidence as Adam Dunn and I have hired many attorneys ranging from misdemeanors to PBL charges, and never had such great results as I did with his law firm.”
In Business Since 2017
49 N East Ave, Sarasota, FL
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McIntosh Law

McIntosh Law

(28)
  • Courtroom
  • Rights
  • Prosecutor
“Beth was a prosecutor for 20 years and Brett is very detailed and extremly talented at defending to protect your rights and provide you the best legal repensentation I believe in the state of Florida.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1996
766 Hudson Ave STE B, Sarasota, FL
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Finebloom & Haenel P.A.

Finebloom & Haenel P.A.

(19)
  • Respect
  • Outcome
  • Law Firm
“In the end, my DUI charge was reduced to a Reckless Driving and I owe them a huge Thank You for seeing me through a very tough time in my family's life.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2004
Se Habla Español
200 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL
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Erika Valcarcel, Criminal Defense Lawyer

Erika Valcarcel, Criminal Defense Lawyer

(17)
  • Questions
  • Knowledge
  • Call
“After several calls and dead end answers, I by chance came across Erika Valcarcel's website, her website alone gave me more insight than all the previous lawyers I had spoken to.”
In Business Since 2015
2170 Main St STE 204, Sarasota, FL
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The Law Offices of Anthony G. Ryan

The Law Offices of Anthony G. Ryan

(17)
  • Case
  • Communication
  • Money
“I honestly expected to kind of take the heavy lifting off my own plate and put everything on autopilot and that would be worth hiring him in and of itself.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts Check
In Business Since 2006
Emergency Services
2184 Main St, Sarasota, FL
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Lail Law Firm

Lail Law Firm

(16)
  • Trust
“Extremely Precise and Professional Came to Tampa in a Rapid response from Sarasota and Pulled me out of my Troubles Handled my Case with ease and Swift Reaction and Respect 5.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2017
2075 Main St #25, Sarasota, FL
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The Law Office of Wyndel G. Darville

The Law Office of Wyndel G. Darville

(26)
  • Reading
  • Jail
  • Dollars
“The state offered 3 years prison, but Wyndel suggested going in with an open plea and his client was given probation, community service and restitution.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
49 N East Ave, Sarasota, FL
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Glenn & Hibbert

Glenn & Hibbert

(8)
“He has and continues to help me get through many legal issues and deal with my issues.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2013
100 Wallace Ave #360, Sarasota, FL
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941 Law Help

941 Law Help

(1)
“Attorney Michael Fayard was instrumental in advocating for me and guided me throughout the entire legal process with such care, thoughtfulness, and professionalism.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2021
434 S Washington Blvd # 200, Sarasota, FL
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Juan J Mendoza Attorneys at Sarasota

Juan J Mendoza Attorneys at Sarasota

(1)
“Serious and responsible.”
In Business Since 2013
1990 Main St, Sarasota, FL
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Andrea Mogensen Flynn Pa

Andrea Mogensen Flynn Pa

(10)
“I have so many good things to Say about Andrea that I will never be able to finish saying it all, I witness first hand and second hand her passion as an excellent Lawyer.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2017
200 S Washington Blvd # 7, Sarasota, FL
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Aiken and O'Halloran - Peter D. Aiken

Aiken and O'Halloran - Peter D. Aiken

(15)
“Aiken is truly a Professional and Highly Recommended Attorney, He went out of his way to help me with other situations on top of my case he was only responsible for.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2018
Free Initial Consultation
1188 N Tamiami Trl Suite 205 A, Sarasota, FL
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Law Offices of Marjorie Bender

Law Offices of Marjorie Bender

(2)
“I have and will continue to recommend her to anyone in need of a family attorney.”
In Business Since 2010
2151 Main St Ste. 100, Sarasota, FL
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Why these companies made our list

What clients say about firms in Sarasota

  • “Eric made us feel confident in his abilities to help us, and he did, he got all charges dropped.” — client of Law Offices of Eric Reisinger, PA
  • “What a pleasant experience working with Anne Marie and her very professional staff.” — client of The Law Place
  • “Great communication, swift resolution. Ajay was an absolute pleasure to have on my side when things got tough.” — client of Pallegar Law, PA.

Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.

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