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Melinda Morris has been practicing law since 1999 and is the managing attorney of the Morris Law Firm. As a former State Attorney and criminal prosecutor Ms. Morris has handled thousands of cases from investigation through sentencing.
Extensive Criminal Law Experience
While a felony prosecutor for the State Attorney’s Office, Ms. Morris prosecuted thousands of criminal cases including DUI in Pinellas County, Domestic Violence, Violation of Injunctions, Juvenile Cases, Drug Offenses (including Drug Trafficking, Outstanding Warrants, Bond Hearings, Violations of Probation White Collar Crime and many other criminal offenses.
As well, Ms. Morris served as a member of the DUI Manslaughter/Vehicular Homicide Squad, a Lead Trial Attorney, a Domestic Violence Prosecutor, and a Child Abuse Prosecutor. Ms. Morris has participated in 50 jury trials, and has first-hand experience and jury trials for First Degree Murder, Manslaughter, Capital Sexual Battery, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Battery, Battery, DUI, Domestic Violence, Drug Possession, Grand Theft Motor Vehicle and Petit Theft.
Her local knowledge of the criminal justice system coupled with years of extensive work both prosecuting and defending cases enables her the ability to identify weaknesses in the State Attorney’s case and pursue the best possible outcome for you.
A Strong Legal Education that Benefits Clients
Ms. Morris attended Stetson University where she received both a Juris Doctorate (Law Degree) and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). Stetson University College of Law is ranked No. 1 for trial advocacy and No. 5 for legal writing by U.S. News & World Report and has provided Ms. Morris her outstanding legal foundation.
Ms. Morris’ MBA degree in addition to her JD degree enables her to understand the nuances and intricacies of business and corporate procedure, and allows her to provide outstanding representation for those clients accused of White Collar Crimes.
Professional Recognition
St. Petersburg criminal defense lawyer, Melinda Morris, has been recognized with several achievements including in 2008 when Ms. Morris was named a "Rising Star" by Tampa Bay Times (TBT). Ms. Morris is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a member of the Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the St. Petersburg Bar Association.
| Melinda A Morris: | Member at The Morris Law Firm, P.A. |
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111 2nd Ave NE, #515 Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 |
| Website: | http://www.criminalattorneystpetersburg.com |
| Phone: | 727-388-4736(727) 388-4736 |
| Fax: | 727-388-9639 |
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Morris Law Firm, P.A.
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The Morris Law Firm represents clients throughout Pinellas County and the entire Tampa Bay Area (Tampa, St. Petersburg, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota) on DUI, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Offenses, Drug Offenses (including Drug Trafficking), White Collar Crimes, Traffic Offenses, Driver License Suspensions, BUI, Battery / Assault, Theft, Burglary / Robbery, Firearm / Weapons Offenses, Violations of Probation, Sealing / Expunging criminal records, and all other misdemeanor and felony offenses.
Melinda Morris is an experienced Domestic Violence attorney who served in the Domestic Violence Division while a State Attorney, and was responsible for prosecuting a range of serious Domestic Violence Offenses from investigation through trial. As well, Ms. Morris received special training on prosecuting Domestic Violence cases from the State of Florida. For a Domestic Violence attorney, this inside knowledge is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your Domestic Violence case.
Melinda Morris is an experienced White Collar Crime attorney who was a State Attorney responsible for prosecuting a range of very serious White Collar Crime cases from investigation through trial. As well, Ms. Morris received a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree concurrently with her Law Degree from Stetson University. This unique combination of business legal education is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your case.
Melinda Morris is an experienced Juvenile lawyer who served in the Juvenile Division while a State Attorney, and was responsible for prosecuting a range of very serious Juvenile Offenses from investigation through trial. Ms. Morris received special training on prosecuting Juvenile Offenses from the State of Florida and successfully tried juvenile cases before a Circuit Court Judge. For a Juvenile lawyer this inside knowledge is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your case.
The Morris Law Firm has specific knowledge and experience in DUI defense. Melinda Morris served on the DUI Manslaughter / Vehicular Homicide Squad while a State Attorney, and was responsible for prosecuting very serious DUI cases from investigation through trial. As well, Ms. Morris received special training on prosecuting DUI cases from the State of Florida. For a DUI Attorney, this inside knowledge is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your case.
The Morris Law Firm has specific knowledge and experience in DUI defense. Melinda Morris served on the DUI Manslaughter / Vehicular Homicide Squad while a State Attorney, and was responsible for prosecuting very serious DUI cases from investigation through trial. As well, Ms. Morris received special training on prosecuting DUI cases from the State of Florida. For a DUI Attorney, this inside knowledge is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your case.
Melinda Morris is an experienced Juvenile lawyer who served in the Juvenile Division while a State Attorney, and was responsible for prosecuting a range of very serious Juvenile Offenses from investigation through trial. Ms. Morris received special training on prosecuting Juvenile Offenses from the State of Florida and successfully tried juvenile cases before a Circuit Court Judge. For a Juvenile lawyer this inside knowledge is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your case.
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Bar | Member | N/A |
| Florida Bar | Member | N/A |
| Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| St. Petersburg Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
| Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - 1900 |
| Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - 1900 |
| St. Petersburg Bar Association | Member | 2009 - 1900 |
| Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| St. Petersburg Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2011 - 1900 |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
| Hillsborough County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Hillsborough County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - 1900 |
| Hillsborough County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
| Client Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2015 |
| TBT Rising Star | Tampa Bay Times | 2008 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Florida State University | Bachelor of Science (BS) | 1996 |
| Florida State University | Bachelor of Science (BS) | 1996 |
| Stetson University College of Law | Juris Doctor (Law) | 1999 |
| Stetson University College of Law | MBA (Master of Business Administration) | 1999 |
| Stetson University College of Law | Juris Doctor (Law) | 1999 |
| Stetson University College of Law | MBA (Master of Business Administration) | 1999 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Domestic Battery | On October 19, 2009 client hired the Morris Law Firm. the Morris Law Firm was successful in getting the State Attorney’s Office to drop the case and not pursue any criminal charges against the client (No Information). |
| Driving Under the Influence (DUI) | On April 21, 2010, the Morris Law Firm successfully defended client at trial arguing client was not in actual physical control of the vehicle. Client was found Not Guilty. |
| Driving Under the Influence (DUI) | On April 21, 2010, the Morris Law Firm successfully defended client at trial arguing client was not in actual physical control of the vehicle. Client was found Not Guilty. |
| Driving Under the Influence (DUI) | Successful in persuading the state to reduce the client’s DUI charge to Reckless Driving. In addition to avoiding a conviction for DUI the client was also able to avoid a criminal driver license suspension. |
| Juvenile Criminal Defense | The Morris Law Firm also successfully negotiated with the State Attorney’s Office to have client’s felony charge reduced to a misdemeanor Battery. |
| Possession of Controlled Substance | The Morris Law Firm was successful in convincing the prosecutor not to file any criminal charges against the client. |
| State | Number | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | 174531 | Member in Good Standing | 1999 | 09/12/2019 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Books Publication | What You Must Know If You Have Been Arrested For DUI | 2016 |
| St. Petersburg Criminal Attorney | St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney on Florida Criminal Laws | 2010 |
| St. Petersburg Criminal Attorney | St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney on Tampa Bay Criminal Cases | 2010 |
| Examiner.com | Tampa law enforcement agencies target of civil suit | 2010 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| DRI Meeting - (An International Organization for Defense Attorneys) | The Practice of Criminal Defense | 2010 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Prosecuting Attorney | Florida State Attorney’s Office | 1999 - 2004 |
| Trial Attorney | Nationwide Mutual Ins. Co. | 2004 - 2007 |
| Trial Attorney | Nationwide Mutual Ins. Co. | 2004 - 2007 |
| Owner / Managing Partner | Morris Law Firm | N/A |
| Owner / Managing Partner | Morris Law Firm | 2008 - 1900 |
| Owner / Managing Partner | Morris Law Firm | N/A |
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