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1. Hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer or firm because a conviction follows you for the rest of your life.

2. Hire a criminal defense attorney whose ability has been favorably rated by other local attorneys or by an independent organization.

3. Hire an attorney that frequently practices in the court where the case is pending.

4. Hire a criminal defense attorney that has a reputation for winning cases.

5. Hire a criminal defense lawyer that will give you an honest and fair analysis of your situation.

6. Ask about cost, and get a written contract.

7. Be comfortable with the criminal defense attorney you hire: trust your gut.

8. Hire a criminal lawyer that extensively practices criminal law and has experience in your type of case.

9. Tell the whole story during the consultation - it's protected by privilege and it's the only way to get an accurate analysis from the prospective attorney.

10. Take advantage of free legal consultations.

Lakeland Criminal Attorney

Providing attorney representation in Lakeland and Bartow since 1998

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“If you have been arrested, or charged with a crime, your future and that of your family, may depend on how your case is resolved. Hiring the right attorney for your case may be one of the most important decisions that you are ever going to make.” David R. Carmichael, Esq.

Lakeland and Bartow Criminal Lawyer

Welcome to the Electronic law Offices of David R. Carmichael, Esq. I welcome you to review this web site and to contact me with any questions that you have about your case. I offer free consultations, and encourage you to formulate questions about any concerns that you have and then to contact my office so that we may meet and discuss those issues.

Lakeland and Polk County Criminal Defense

Mr. Carmichael focuses on trial litigation in Lakeland, Polk County and Bartow, Florida. He has tried to completion more than 150 jury trials and many more non-jury cases. If you believe that experience is an important component in determining success, and wish to discuss your case with Mr. Carmichael please contact our offices at your convenience.

"But you must remember, my fellow-citizens, that eternal vigilance by the people is the price of liberty, and that you must pay the price if you wish to secure the blessing. It behooves you, therefore, to be watchful in your States as well as in the Federal Government." -- Andrew Jackson, Farewell Address, March 4, 1837

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Our Lakeland Criminal Defense Law Firm represents clients facing charges for the following:

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Selecting an attorney is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertising, before you decide, ask a lawyer to send you free written information about their qualifications and experience.

I encourage you to meet with at least three different attorney's before making a decision about whom to retain for your case. Contact the The Florida Bar at www.floridabar.org and receive a list of attorneys in your area.

Serving: Winter Haven, Bartow, Lake Wales, Haines City, Auburndale, Plant City, Tampa, Orlando, Kissimmee, Dundee, Lake Alfred, Polk City and County

245 South Central Avenue, Bartow, Florida 33830 | Phone: 863.733.9119