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Education
- The University of Toledo College of Law
- J.D. (2001)
- Honors: Cum Laude
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- Kent State University
- B.A. (1997)
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Professional Experience
- Shareholder
- Blake & Dorsten, P.A.
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- Attorney
- Mccue, Reams and Associates
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- Assistant State Attorney
- Pinellas County Office of the State Attorney
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- Assistant prosecutor and lead trial attorney. Tried over 60 jury trials both felony and misdemeanor. Cases ranged from DUI to domestic battery to murder.
Publications
Articles & Publications
- Drug Charges- Questions Asked and Answered
- E-Book
- What Florida dog owners should know about their homeowner's insurance
- LMC Newsletter
Speaking Engagements
- Criminal Law Lecture-Defense Perspective, People's Law School
- 2011
Awards
- Outstanding Service as an Assistant State Attorney
- State Attorney's Office
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers
- National Trial Lawyers.
- Top One Percent of Attorneys
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Professional Associations
- National Trial Lawyers Association
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- Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Current
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- St. Petersburg Bar Association
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- District of Columbia Bar
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- Florida State Bar # 620440
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- District of Columbia
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- Florida
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- Middle District Court of Florida
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Fees
- Free Consultation
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- DUI & DWI
- Juvenile Law
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
Additional Practice Area
- Car Accidents
Languages
- English
Legal Answers
- Q. I’m looking for a lawyer that’s willing to take payment plans in Clearwater Florida (pinellas county)
- A: Hello, I am sorry to hear about her issues. I am sure there are plenty of Pinellas based lawyers who can work on her case via payment plans. You should look up Clearwater attorneys and call a few. Many give free consultations.
Good luck!
Nicholas Dorsten
- Q. I must appeal my criminal case ASAP. Whats my very first step, pre-attorney?
- A: You need to put in a notice of appeal as soon as possible. There is a very limited amount of time to do so. In addition to the notice of appeal, there are multiple other motions/orders you may need to file with the state including court reporter designations, motions for costs, etc.
Appeals are very complicated, research intensive and time consuming. I seriously recommend you hire an appeal lawyer near you.
Good luck
- Q. I asked a question 2 days ago and have not received an answer. Do lawyers actually respond to questions?
- A: Yes, we lawyers try to answer questions when we can. Sometimes we cannot if you are looking for legal advice and you have retained counsel. Other times we can’t answer a question if it is not clear. Try asking your question again and good luck!
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