Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tallahassee, FL

24 firms listed · 21 in Tallahassee · 2 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 21, 2026

Friedman & Abrahamsen

Friedman & Abrahamsen

(49)
  • Patient
  • Case
  • Outcome
“She knew the law with regard to the issues before me but also had a heart of compassion and righteous indignation for the wrong that had been done to us.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2009
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
403 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL
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Law Office of Collin Cherry, P.L.

Law Office of Collin Cherry, P.L.

(48)
  • Insurance
  • System
“Collin handled a personal injury case for my family and was tenacious in gaining an approriate settlement from large trucking company and their insurance company.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1996
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1114 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL
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The Law Office of Lee Meadows

The Law Office of Lee Meadows

(25)
  • Fear
  • Questions
  • Outcome
“This required relentless effort on his part such as depositions, outside consultations and arranging an independent evaluation to avoid an unreasonable sentence.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2014
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
403 N Calhoun St, Tallahassee, FL
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Akbar Thomas Law, Personal Injury Attorneys

Akbar Thomas Law, Personal Injury Attorneys

(38)
  • Calls
  • Case
  • Community
“Akbar gave a powerful and eloquent closing argument that truly felt like something pulled from the screen, as well as leaving the prosecutor scrambling to pick up the shattered pieces of her closing argument.”
In Business Since 2010
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
619 N Copeland St, Tallahassee, FL
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Pumphrey Law

Pumphrey Law

(46)
  • Job
  • Call
  • Team
“This man saved my life twice one was my fault the other wasn't but he supported me in both and I couldn't have asked for a better outcome in both 👍🏽 …”
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
553 E Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL
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Law Office of Anabelle Dias P.A.

Law Office of Anabelle Dias P.A.

(45)
  • Promises
  • Defense Attorney
  • Team
“Office manager kiki is very professional, respectful, and direct if I could give a 10 star review I definitely would Anabelle definitely has the perfect person on her team that makes you want to return for any service you may need!!”
In Business Since 2009
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
521 N Adams St, Tallahassee, FL
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The 24 firms listed for Tallahassee, 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: Tallahassee, FL

21 of the 24 firms we list are based in Tallahassee; the other 3 serve Tallahassee from Monticello (24 mi) and Quitman, GA (46 mi). 23 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 932 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (81%) and responsiveness (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "expertise" and "trust". 2 are open around the clock and 4 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (6), personal injury (5), divorce (2), dui (2) and family law (2). 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 51 years. 2 offer urgent consultations and 9 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 23 of the firms on this page; 21 publish a contact page and 10 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

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

4 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.

Jansen & Davis

Jansen & Davis

(43)
  • Honor
  • Law Firm
  • Call
“The work he did the time and effort he put into my case was more than an effort it was outstanding work he contacted me every time something new happened.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1978
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
125 N Franklin Blvd, Tallahassee, FL
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Bodiford Law

Bodiford Law

(16)
  • Case
  • Decision
  • Trial
“Going through legal matters is never a fun experience, but having Joe on your side can help you feel much better, because you know you have a great lawyer working with you.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2002
Accepts Cash, Check
Free Initial Consultation
2019 Centre Pointe Blvd Ste 102, Tallahassee, FL
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The Law Offices of Craig J. Brown

The Law Offices of Craig J. Brown

(29)
  • Truth
  • Questions
  • Team
“The overall customer service is always top tier and I would gladly recommend Craig and his law office to anyone in need of an attorney for a variety of needs!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2344 Hansen Ln #2, Tallahassee, FL
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Luke Newman

Luke Newman

(22)
  • Words
  • Judge
  • Case
“Being a practicing attorney, I was impressed with his thorough efforts to understand each detail pertinent to my case and his apparent proficiency with the law.”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
308 McDaniel St, Tallahassee, FL
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Cowhey + Ward

Cowhey + Ward

(19)
  • Office
  • Expertise
“Very professional and caring”
In Business Since 2014
247 E 7th Ave, Tallahassee, FL
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Michael Ufferman Law Firm

Michael Ufferman Law Firm

(18)
  • Job
  • Justice
  • Appeal
“IF you find yourself in a terrible spot, and need a tenacious champion, Michael and Don, are the Tom Brady's of this generation, in the post conviction Arena.”
In Business Since 2007
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2022 Raymond Diehl Rd #1, Tallahassee, FL
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Norris Law

Norris Law

(21)
  • Divorce
  • Law Firm
  • Legal Assistance
“I couldn't have possibly imagined a more positive outcome for me, and I believe that if I had chosen any other lawyer in Tallahassee or indeed just about anywhere else, that the results would have been less satisfactory than he and his amazing practi...”
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
1115 N Gadsden St, Tallahassee, FL
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Richard Smith, PA

Richard Smith, PA

(11)
  • Arrest
  • Results
  • Wisdom
“He was easy accessible, easy to communicate with, and stayed in contact with me constantly updating me with the information that was going on with my case.”
30+ Years Experience
1020 E Lafayette St #117, Tallahassee, FL
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Law Office of Matthew C. Williams

Law Office of Matthew C. Williams

(27)
  • Respect
  • Pricing
  • Call
“He was in contact with my wife and I constantly and he was fast at getting my charges dropped and my probation terminated 💯💯💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 Thanks Again Matt”
541 E Tennessee St Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL
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McBurrows Law

McBurrows Law

(5)
“He ensured my issue was settled, and provided sound advice regarding how I should proceed with my case.”
In Business Since 2020
1615 Village Square Blvd #5, Tallahassee, FL
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Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel

Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel

(3)
“I needed answers, they had them.”
In Business Since 2014
227 N Bronough St, Tallahassee, FL
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Ian D Nesbeth Law Office

Ian D Nesbeth Law Office

(14)
  • Ticket
  • Case
“He was honest about what results we might get even though they might not be in our favor but with his guidance and knowledge, our results were definitely in our favor!”
130 Salem Ct, Tallahassee, FL
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The Law Offices of Robert A. Morris

The Law Offices of Robert A. Morris

(1)
“Morris is a great lawyer”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
911 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL
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Law Office of Robert R. Berry

Law Office of Robert R. Berry

In Business Since 2020
1521 Highland Dr, Tallahassee, FL
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Tiffani N Brown Esq. at Gary A. Roberts & Associates

Tiffani N Brown Esq. at Gary A. Roberts & Associates

(9)
  • Intelligent
“There were times that I was worried that I wasn't doing enough to protect my children and Tiffani helped me to see what I was doing and how I had everything set up was in my children's best interest.”
In Business Since 2005
130 Salem Ct., Tallahassee, FL,
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Collins Law Firm

Collins Law Firm

(12)
“Would recommend if in need of a lawyer very professional and provided great service and helped me get my nephew out of jail with an excellent plea offered to him.”
In Business Since 2013
Monticello, FL · 24 mi from Tallahassee
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Caminez Law Firm

Caminez Law Firm

(4)
“Best place and people nice customer service”
In Business Since 1975
Free Initial Consultation
Monticello, FL · 24 mi from Tallahassee
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Spencer Law Office

Spencer Law Office

(9)
“Very caring attorney”
In Business Since 1978
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Quitman, GA · 46 mi from Tallahassee
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Why these companies made our list

What clients say about firms in Tallahassee

  • “Through their experience, attention to detail, and outstanding work ethic they were able to get all the charges dropped.” — client of Pumphrey Law
  • “Absolutely great experience! Attorney Thomas was extremely responsive and an overall pleasure to work with, while handling a delicate issue!” — client of Akbar Thomas Law, Personal Injury Attorneys
  • “Tiffany was very pleasant to work with and provided excellent and timely work.” — client of Friedman & Abrahamsen
  • “Richard is a high caliber attorney who responds promptly and can handle the most complex of criminal defense issues.” — client of Richard Smith, PA

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

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