Who is the Best Tampa DUI Attorney? An Interview with Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney Tav Gomez

Being arrested for DUI is probably one of - if not the - most traumatic experiences the average person will ever have with the criminal justice system. While the circumstances surrounding every DUI are different, one thing remains the same: everyone who has been arrested wants to retain the best DUI attorney in Tampa to fight his or her case. We recently sat down with Tampa DUI Attorney and former State Prosecutor Tav Gomez to ask "who is the best Tampa DUI attorney?"

"This is a question that can't really be answered by anyone but you" says Mr. Gomez. "Every attorney brings his or her own special set of skills and abilities to the table. However, there are certain factors that you should look for when finding the Tampa DUI attorney that fits you best."

The first thing you should look for is experience, Mr. Gomez says. "An experienced Tampa DUI attorney will know the judges, prosecutors, and the courthouse itself. He or she will know how to negotiate with the State Attorney's Office and prepare for trial if necessary." Mr. Gomez says that experience goes a long way: "an experienced Tampa DUI attorney will know the law as well as the system. He will be up-to-date on the newest statutes and cases that could have an impact on you. He will have handled hundreds - if not thousands - of motions to suppress or dismiss. Things like this will help your Tampa DUI attorney fight your case and help have the charges against you reduced or dismissed altogether."

The second thing you should look for is an attorney who has a positive reputation. "Look to sites like Google for reviews. A good lawyer should have several reviews on sites like this. Remember, your lawyer's reputation follows him into the Courtroom, so you want to make sure you retain someone who has a positive reputation with former clients as well as his colleagues." Mr. Gomez says the internet is a great place to begin searching for the right attorney because people can leave honest, anonymous reviews of attorneys they have personally retained. "Another good thing to do is check the firm's website. A good DUI lawyer should have a website that explains the law and the DUI process to you. For example, my firm has a DUI specific website www.Tampa-DUI.com. It's a resource for our clients where they can gain information regarding every type of DUI and the possible outcomes. Things like this can really help guide you."

Finally, Mr. Gomez says, "follow your instinct. Choose the attorney you think will fight your case best. You will be spending several months working alongside this person to fight the charges against you, so you must select an attorney that you feel suits you."

Tav Gomez is a former Hillsborough County Prosecutor and is now a partner in the criminal defense firm of Taracks Gomez & Rickman. He can be reached at 813-281-2897. "Feel free to call my office at any time. Our phones are never off, and a consultation with an attorney at my firm is always free."

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