Morris Law Firm, P.A.

St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney

You have just been through one of the most frightening and humiliating experiences of your life. You have just been arrested.

If you or a family member has been arrested, criminal defense attorney Melinda Morris understands the stress that you are currently experiencing. The Morris Law Firm knows what is at stake, and that you may be facing the possibility of prison, jail or other severe penalties for a DUI, misdemeanor, or felony offense. Contacting a compassionate and experienced criminal defense lawyer in the greater Tampa Bay area is an important first step towards combating these charges.

FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. CALL (727) 388-4736 to have your questions answered personally by Melinda Morris. Contact Us Today

During your FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION we will determine, based on the unique facts and circumstances of your case, an affordable, flexible payment plan that provides you qualified legal representation.

We will take over all aspects of your case by tracking it in the court system, analyzing the State’s evidence, preparing defense motions, and entering negotiations with the State, all in an effort to minimize impact on you.

Experience Counts.

Melinda Morris, managing partner of the Morris Law Firm, is an experienced criminal attorney and former Assistant State Attorney with the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Clearwater, Florida. As a former prosecutor, Ms. Morris has handled thousands of criminal cases from investigation through sentencing. After gaining valuable experience as a prosecutor in Pinellas County, Ms. Morris entered private practice in order to focus exclusively on criminal defense. With an office located in St. Petersburg, Florida, her extensive knowledge of the Florida criminal justice system coupled with years of 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 clients.

Dedicated to Criminal Defense.

The Morris Law Firm is dedicated to criminal defense and represents clients throughout Pinellas County and the entire west Florida area. This includes Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Manatee County, and Sarasota County. Every client, no matter the severity of the offense they face, receives the utmost attention and highest levels of transparency throughout their case.

At the Morris Law Firm, our goal is to protect your constitutional rights and do everything possible to get you the best result. By using our knowledge of the inner workings of the State Attorney’s Office in Pinellas County and surrounding areas of Tampa Bay and our extensive experience in criminal defense, we are able to help you assert every possible defense in your case as we vigorously fight for you.

We Represent Out of State Clients

If you have been charged with a crime or have an outstanding warrant in the Florida but currently reside outside of the State of Florida, we can still represent you in your criminal case. If you retain the Morris Law Firm, in many cases you will not be required to return to Florida to deal with your criminal charges as Ms. Morris will appear in court on your behalf. Our office can correspond with you via e-mail and phone and effectively provide you experienced criminal defense representation while keeping you informed and working to defend your rights.

Same Day Representation

The Morris Law Firm understands that your circumstances are unique and oftentimes urgent which is why we offer Same Day Representation services. This means that after your Free Initial Consultation, should you retain the Morris Law Firm, we can get started on your case the same day. The criminal justice system in Pinellas and Hillsborough County carries with it a myriad of complexities and requirements which are all critically time sensitive. The Morris Law Firm, a St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney, can help you navigate the criminal justice system and work to secure your rights. Ask for Same Day Representation and Let Us Fight For You today.

Get Help Now - Time is of the Essence.

Call the St. Petersburg criminal defense firm, Morris Law Firm, to find out more information about your legal options.. Let our experienced criminal defense attorney help you understand what happens next, understand the potential punishment, determine if you can avoid a criminal record, and determine if your charge can be dismissed or reduced to a lesser offense. Acting quickly before the State Attorney files charges can be beneficial to your case. Our attorney fees are reasonable and payment plan options may be available. Let Us Fight For You.