Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney: Lori Doganiero Palmieri, Esq.

Former State Prosecutor for Hillsborough, Pinellas-Pasco, and Statewide

Board Certified^® by the Florida Bar

Defending US Federal Charges and Florida State Matters

19 Years Experience in Criminal Law

Palmieri Law is a Tampa Bay area criminal defense law firm focused on agressively and meticulously defending all Florida State and US Federal criminal matters you may be facing. In her 19th year of practice, including 12 years as a prosecutor, Ms. Palmieri knows the criminal justice system and has the skills to effectively represent clients for all criminal charges and law enforcement investigations.

Thank you for your interest. You are taking an important first step by researching Tampa criminal defense attorneys. Using the Internet to begin your search has many benefits... but be aware that no website can substitute for the advice of an experienced attorney. Please take the time to become more informed and find an attorney that you feel comfortable with and can trust.

I would like to review the facts of your case with you, and answer any questions you may have. When you make this important decision on the right lawyer to represent you, know that I handle each case personally, and bring over 18 years of experience to your defense."
-- Lori D. Palmieri, Esq.

Palmieri Law guarantees prompt and confidential representation of all criminal matters and law enforcement investigations. Ms. Palmieri is a Criminal Law Specialist, a title reserved for only those attorneys who are Board Certified by the Florida Bar Association. Of the more than 86,000 Florida lawyers, only approximately 400 are Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law.

Ms. Palmieri is the current Chair of the Board Certification Committee for Criminal Trial Law for 2009-2010. She joined the committee in 2005, and served as the Vice Chair of the Board for the year 2008-2009.

Ms. Palmieri has been defending Federal matters in the Middle District of Florida since 2003. If you are looking for a Federal Defense lawyer in the Middle District of Florida (west-central Florida), please make an appointment to meet with Ms. Palmieri or email today.

Our office is experienced, well-qualified, and ready to begin your defense today, on any of the following:

• All Federal criminal matters and Federal Investigations
• All State of FL crimes and Law Enforcement Investigations
  • Including All Felonies and Misdemeanors
• White Collar Crime
• Drugs and Drug Trafficking
• DUI and Driving Offenses
• Probation Violations, VOPs
• Bond Hearings, RORs
• Sealing and Expungement of Criminal Records
• Domestic Violence

Since 1990, Ms. Palmieri has handled thousands of cases and conducted more than 80 jury trials. She understands how charges are brought and what affects those filing decisions. Many cases can, and are, resolved without a trial. Ms. Palmieri may be able to handle your first court date without you. Depending on your situation, you may not ever have to step inside a courthouse again.

As you explore your many options, these are some questions you may want to consider when selecting an attorney:

• How long has my attorney been practicing law in Florida?
• Does he/she have experience on both sides of the criminal justice system, being a former prosecutor?
• Is my attorney Board Certified by the Florida Bar as a Specialist in Criminal Trial Law?
• Does my attorney routinely handle cases in the local courthouse where the State and judges know her, and her reputation?
• Has my attorney earned a reputation in the community such that he/she has lectured to members of law enforcement, or other attorneys on criminal law topics?
• Is my attorney a member in good standing of both local and statewide professional organizations that promote high standards in the practice of law and criminal defense?
• Does my attorney volunteer time and services to the Tampa Bay Area community?

Please call today for a free initial consultation and let us help you begin to get your life back in order.