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Biography
Stephen G. Cobb, author of Florida Criminal Law and a board certified expert in criminal trial law since 2002. He was most recently published in “Defending People with Disabilities”, an August 2024 publication of the American Bar Association. Mr. Cobb’s contribution was titled “Neuroimaging”, and teaches other lawyers how to use brain imaging in criminal cases.
Whether you or someone you love is charged with a misdemeanor, criminal traffic, felony or juvenile crime, we are ready, willing and able to help you and your loved ones in your time of need.
Education
- Florida State University College of Law
- J.D. (1989) | Law
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- Honors: Book Award, Highest Grade; Honors Moot Court
- Activities: Florida House of Reprensentatives Legislative Intern
- Victoria University of Manchester
- B.A. (1986) | Law, History
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- Senior year abroad from University of Missouri. Although most do this full year program as a junior, Mr. Cobb did so as a senior.
- University of Missouri - Columbia
- B.A. (1986) | History
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- Honors: Dean’s Honor Roll 1984
Professional Experience
- Founder
- Cobb Law Firm
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- In 2018, Cobb Law Firm became a member of Florida Criminal Defense Legal Group, PLLC.
- Assistant Public Defender
- Office of the Public Defender
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- Mr. Cobb stated “While I loved defending people and trying to help them, I knew I would never become a certified specialist working there with cases coming out of my ears.”
Publications
Articles & Publications
- “Not One Healthy Brain”
- Representing People With Mental Disabilities (American Bar Association)
- Florida Criminal Law
- Sunshine Publishing
- National Trial Lawyers Organization Selects Controversial Lawyer
- Wall Street Select
- After the Arrest: What Happens Next.
- Florida Criminal Law Television
- Is your brain at fault?
- Gulf Breeze News
Speaking Engagements
- Crime is the Answer, Advanced SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) Forensic Neuroimaging
- One Stop Therapy: Solving the Problem of Crime Through Neuro-imaging & Ettective Treatment., Brain SPECT Imaging in Clinical Practice: Advanced Neuro-imaging Seminar
- Is Brain Imaging the Future of Criminal Law?, Innaugural Atlanta, GA Forensic SPECT Brain Imaging CLE Seminar
- Advanced Plea Bargaining with Neuroscience, Neuroscience and Criminal Law
- Guest Speaker, Faculty of Law and Neuroscience, SPECT Brain Imaging Evidence in Criminal Court, Vanderbilt Law
- Vanderbilt University Law School
Certifications
- Criminal Trial Law Expert & Specialist
- The Florida Bar Association
Awards
- Board Certification, Criminal Trial Law
- The Florida Bar
- Mr. Cobb has successfully recertified every five years and is currently certified as a criminal law expert.
Professional Associations
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Life Member
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- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
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- The Florida Bar  # 0835171
- Member
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- Activities: Criminal Law Section member
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Florida
- The Florida Bar
- ID Number: 0835171
Fees
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100% of our pro bono is OUTSIDE of the field of criminal law.
Practice Areas
- Appeals & Appellate
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Juvenile Law
- Cannabis & Marijuana Law
- Medical Marijuana
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- White Collar Crime
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
- French: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
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Websites & Blogs
- Website
- Website
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