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Criminal Defense Tampa

Daniel J. Fernandez P.A.

  • 43+ years experience
  • Best Lawyers (Tampa Magazine)

About Daniel J. Fernandez P.A.

Daniel J. Fernandez P.A. is a Tampa criminal defense firm representing people facing state and federal charges throughout the Tampa Bay region. Founder Daniel J. Fernandez has practiced criminal law in Tampa for more than 43 years and has personally tried over 500 cases to verdict. Before opening his own practice, he served as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida's 13th Judicial Circuit and then as a special prosecutor in the State Attorney's narcotics division. The firm handles DUI and felony DUI, drug charges, violent crimes, sex crimes, theft, domestic violence, juvenile cases, probation violations, federal fraud, criminal appeals, and expungement and sealing. It represents clients in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg and communities across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Manatee, Sarasota, Pasco, and Hernando Counties. Daniel J. Fernandez has been featured in Tampa Magazine's Best Lawyers Edition, and cases he has defended have been covered by the St. Pete Times, the Tampa Tribune, WTSP and WTVT. The firm offers bilingual representation in English and Spanish, and free initial consultations. Daniel J. Fernandez P.A. is located at 625 E Twiggs St, Suite 102, Tampa, FL 33602 and can be reached by phone at 813-229-5353.

Attorneys

  • Daniel J. Fernandez Founder
  • Dana M. Herce-Fulgueira Associate Attorney
  • Roxanna Solis Smith Associate Attorney
  • Catherine J. Sams Associate Attorney
  • Austin Crocker Associate Attorney

Practice Areas

Awards & Recognition

  • Best Lawyers (Tampa Magazine)

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas does Daniel J. Fernandez P.A. practice in?

The firm handles criminal defense matters including DUI and felony DUI, drug charges, violent crimes, sex crimes, theft, domestic violence, juvenile cases, probation violations, federal fraud, criminal appeals, and expungement and sealing.

Where is Daniel J. Fernandez P.A. located?

The firm's office is at 625 E Twiggs St, Suite 102, Tampa, FL 33602. It serves clients in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg and communities across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Manatee, Sarasota, Pasco, and Hernando Counties.

Who leads Daniel J. Fernandez P.A.?

The firm was founded by Daniel J. Fernandez, who has practiced criminal law in Tampa for more than 43 years and has personally tried over 500 cases to verdict. He previously served as an Assistant State Attorney and a special prosecutor in the narcotics division of Florida's 13th Judicial Circuit.

Does Daniel J. Fernandez P.A. offer free consultations or speak Spanish?

The firm offers free initial consultations and provides bilingual representation in English and Spanish.