Michael J. Petro practices federal criminal defense from Tampa, FL, with over thirty-four years defending individuals and entities accused of violating federal criminal laws. The firm handles investigations, grand jury proceedings, subpoenas for testimony and business records, plea negotiations, trials, federal appeals, and sentencing matters. Attorney Petro defends against drug trafficking, firearms offenses, fraud, embezzlement, theft, money laundering, and child sex abuse material charges. With experience as former prosecutor, he understands methodologies used by prosecutor offices leveraging limitations and internal politics beyond case law. The practice handles white collar crimes, tax offenses, medical and healthcare fraud, wire fraud, mortgage fraud, and federal SBA loan fraud. Petro assists with PPP fraud defense, internet crimes, computer crimes, and complex federal conspiracy cases. He works for pretrial release, bail reductions, compassionate release motions, and sentencing reductions under federal guidelines. The firm handles false arrest claims, police misconduct cases, and wrongful conviction appeals. Tampa office reaches 813-499-9111 with additional Chicago location at 312-913-1111. Petro provides tough, smart, experienced defense for federal criminal charges nationwide.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
The Mayberry Law Firm operates as a criminal defense practice in Tampa, Florida, led by former prosecutor Jason Mayberry who provides nationwide representation for state and federal crimes. Reachable at 813-444-7435 at 3902 Henderson Boulevard #208-136, Tampa, FL 33629, the firm offers free consultations and immediate intervention for those under investigation or facing charges. Mayberry specializes in federal sex crimes including child pornography and exploitation, federal fraud and white collar crimes potentially involving millions in losses, and federal drug conspiracies with mandatory minimum sentences. The practice also handles state-level sex offenses carrying potential life sentences, fraud cases, and drug trafficking charges throughout Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk, and surrounding counties. Rated “Superb” by AVVO and awarded the Client’s Choice badge for federal criminal defense, Mayberry has been featured by thestreet.com and Tampa Bay Online for legal commentary. With prosecutorial experience providing insider knowledge of government tactics, the firm pursues aggressive early intervention strategies aimed at avoiding charges, securing diversionary programs, or building strong trial defenses. Operating 24/7 for emergency consultations, Mayberry brings a blue-collar work ethic to defending clients facing everything from DUI to murder charges.
Sammis Law Firm operates from 1005 N. Marion St. Tampa, FL 33602 with additional offices in Clearwater and New Port Richey, employing six attorneys who focus exclusively on criminal defense throughout the greater Tampa Bay area at 813-250-0500. Led by Jason D. Sammis and Leslie M. Sammis, the firm handles DUI charges, drug crimes, property offenses, violent crimes including murder and assault, sex offenses, juvenile defense, federal cases, and appeals across Hillsborough, Hernando, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota Counties. With over 50 years of combined experience, the attorneys have secured numerous Not Guilty verdicts in cases ranging from first-degree felonies punishable by life to misdemeanor charges, utilizing scholarly approaches to pre-trial motions including suppression and dismissal arguments. The firm accepts cases involving domestic violence, white collar crimes, probation violations, asset forfeiture proceedings, and professional license defense for healthcare workers, teachers, attorneys, and law enforcement officers. Offering same-day consultations via Zoom or in-person meetings, Sammis Law Firm coordinates with private investigators and experts while maintaining affordable fees and representing clients who face collateral consequences from criminal accusations including security clearance issues and educational disciplinary actions.
Hanlon Law serves the Tampa Bay region from their office at 210 N Pierce St, Tampa, FL 33602, with attorney Will Hanlon providing over two decades of state and federal criminal defense representation. The firm specializes in sex crimes defense including lewd acts, sexual battery, rape, and unlawful sex with minors, as well as drug offenses ranging from possession to trafficking of marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine, opiates, and prescription drugs. Will Hanlon’s practice encompasses domestic violence cases that can result in intervention programs, firearm restrictions, and deportation proceedings, along with violent crimes including aggravated assault, homicide, and weapons offenses that often carry mandatory minimum sentences. The firm leverages extensive trial experience to challenge evidence through Fourth Amendment violations in drug cases, attack witness credibility in sex crime prosecutions, and establish alibis or self-defense claims in violent crime matters. Operating throughout Hillsborough, Hernando, Pinellas, and Pasco Counties, Hanlon Law provides aggressive representation with the understanding that criminal convictions impact employment, education, civil rights, and family relationships long after sentences are served, offering consultations at (813) 228-7095.
The Wade Law Firm is a criminal defense and traffic ticket law firm located at 607 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite A, Tampa, Florida 33603, reachable at 813-401-0130. Founded in 2016 by Attorney Kerstin Wade, who earned her J.D. from Michigan State University in 2010 and previously worked as a public defender, the firm specializes in criminal defense cases including drug crimes, violent crimes, theft, DUI, and traffic violations serving clients throughout Central Florida including Tampa, Plant City, Brandon, Winter Haven, and Hillsborough County.
The firm handles a comprehensive range of criminal matters including felony drug charges, DUI defense, domestic violence, robbery, burglary, gun charges, probation violations, fraud schemes, and traffic tickets, with Attorney Wade providing flexible, focused, and fearless advocacy through personalized attention and aggressive courtroom representation. The Wade Law Firm operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, offering free consultations and payment plans, with a track record of successful case results including dismissed violations of probation and reduced felony DUI charges to misdemeanors without jail time.
Elsea Law Firm, P.A. serves clients from 806 E. Jackson Street Suite 3, Tampa, FL 33602, with attorney Joel Elsea bringing over a decade of felony prosecution experience to criminal defense representation at (813) 451-8583. The firm defends against DUI charges including aggravated DUI and DUI manslaughter, drug trafficking, drug possession with intent to sell, and cocaine charges throughout Hillsborough County. Elsea handles violent crimes including homicide, felony murder, robbery, domestic violence, and weapons charges with extensive trial experience from his prosecutorial background. The practice represents college students facing hazing charges, fake ID possession, and cyberstalking allegations while also defending theft crimes, carjacking, grand theft, and petit theft. Offering free consultations, the firm fights sex crime accusations including date rape and sexual battery, plus violation of probation cases throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Located at 1005 N. Marion St. Tampa, FL 33602, the Law Offices of David M. Boertje provides criminal defense representation throughout San Diego County from offices in downtown San Diego and Carlsbad. The firm handles DUI charges ranging from first offenses to felony cases involving injury or death, with attorney Boertje bringing experience from over hundreds of criminal cases since 2003. They defend clients facing domestic violence charges under Penal Code 273.5, drug crimes involving cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and prescription medications, and theft offenses including grand theft, burglary, and identity theft. The practice represents individuals charged with violent crimes such as assault, battery, manslaughter and murder, as well as hit-and-run violations and sex offenses requiring lifetime registration. Having handled high-profile cases covered in media, Boertje maintains affordable fees while offering 24/7 availability at (888) 476-0901 for consultations regarding misdemeanors, felonies, and expungements throughout cities including Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, Encinitas, Escondido, La Jolla, Oceanside, San Marcos, and Vista.
Candela Law Firm, P.A. operates from 813 North Franklin Street, Tampa, Florida 33602, providing criminal defense services throughout the Tampa Bay area with attorney Anthony Candela at the helm. This boutique criminal law practice handles serious felony offenses including murder, vehicular homicide, sexual offenses, child abuse, narcotics trafficking, and white collar crimes such as theft schemes, insurance fraud, RICO violations, and embezzlement. The firm’s lead attorney brings unique credentials as a three-time Board Certified Criminal Trial attorney by the Florida Bar from 2008 to 2023, having personally tried over 100 jury trials exclusively as a defense attorney. Candela Law Firm specializes in bond motions for securing pretrial release, suppression of evidence, violations of probation, and criminal appeals in both state and federal courts. The practice maintains a small size to ensure personalized attention for each client while leveraging extensive trial experience spanning several dozen criminal appeals. Available at (813) 417-3645, the firm accepts cases ranging from misdemeanor offenses to complex federal trials, providing aggressive representation with the expertise that Board Certification demonstrates in criminal trial law.
Sammis Law Firm operates from 1005 N. Marion St., Tampa, FL 33602, with six attorneys exclusively practicing criminal defense throughout greater Tampa Bay. Jason D. Sammis and Leslie M. Sammis lead the team alongside Joshua Monteiro, Katherine Aranda, Dominique Celerin, and Jocelyn Dopson-Rodriguez. Contact them at (813) 250-0500 for consultation. Additional offices serve New Port Richey and Clearwater, covering Hillsborough, Hernando, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, and Orange counties. The firm handles DUI, drug crimes, property offenses, violent crimes, juvenile defense, firearm charges, probation violations, domestic violence, sex offenses, and white collar crimes. Recent victories include not guilty verdicts on life felonies, battery charges, and racing accusations. Attorneys meet daily discussing case strategies, conducting meticulous investigations, and filing scholarly pre-trial motions. The practice collaborates with seasoned investigators and experts while maintaining affordable fees. Members of NACDL, FACDL, and Hillsborough County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the team provides same-day consultations, addressing collateral consequences for professionals, military members, and those with security clearances.
Tulsa Law Group operates from 1700 Southwest Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74107, with attorney Trevor Reynolds providing federal criminal defense services throughout Oklahoma including Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Muskogee, Sallisaw, and Stillwater, available at 918-641-4266 for free consultations. Since earning his Juris Doctor from Drake University in 1999, Reynolds has guided countless clients through the criminal justice system with over 20 years of experience handling federal criminal defense, misdemeanors, DUI, and expungements. The practice specializes in federal crimes requiring skilled courtroom advocacy, from white-collar crimes and fraud to homicide, robbery, and drug possession, with Reynolds determined to do everything possible to help clients achieve their goals. Utilizing extensive criminal law knowledge and passion for serving the community, the firm provides systematic, analytical defense strategies that venture beyond standard approaches to seek favorable outcomes for each unique case. Reynolds emphasizes immediate attorney contact when charged with crimes, warning clients not to speak to anyone as statements can be used to build cases against them and increase chances of negative results. The firm serves as a fighter for those facing criminal charges, working to minimize consequences whether dealing with federal felonies, DUI restrictions on driving privileges, misdemeanors with potential jail time, or clients seeking expungement to clear their records.