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Law Office of Timothy Hessinger, PA

2202 N. West Shore Blvd
Suite 200
Tampa, FL 33607
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Phone: (813) 288-4634 | Fax: (866) 561-4185
http://www.tampaflcriminaldefenselawyers.com

Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater Criminal Defense

Types of Cases
Firm Focus & History
Practice & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Criminal Defense

Sub-Topics

Abuse

Animal Abuse
Child Abuse
Domestic Violence
Elder Abuse

Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy

Appeals

Automotive

Driving with a Suspended License
Driving without a License
DUI / DWI
Felony Auto Accidents
Open Container
Parking Tickets & Towing
Traffic Violations

Capital Crimes/Capital Cases

Computer Crimes

Hacking
Malicious Code
Unauthorized Access

Criminal Records

Expungement or Expunction

Drug Crime

Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
Drug Possession
Intent to Distribute Drugs
Intent to Sell Drugs
Medical Marijuana

Environmental Violations

False Identification

Felonies

Firearms & Weapons

Constitutional Rights Defense
Illegal Possession or Transportation
Other Weapons & Devices

Fraud & Financial Crimes

Bank Fraud
Checks & Credit Cards
Corporate Espionage & Sabotage
Embezzlement
Extortion
Forgery
Identity Theft
Insider Trading
Insurance Claims
Money Laundering
Public Offerings
Racketeering & RICO
Securities Fraud
Smuggling
Tax Evasion & Fraud
Trade Secrets
Wire Transfer

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights

Grand Jury Proceedings

Juvenile Crime

Military Crimes (UCMJ)

Misdemeanors

Parole

Perjury

Plea Negotiation

Probation

Property Crimes

Arson
Burglary
Embezzlement
Larceny
Shoplifting
Theft
Trespass
Vandalism

Search & Seizure

Sex Crimes

Abduction
Child Abuse
Child Pornography
Indecent Exposure
Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
Rape
Sexual Assault
Stalking
Trafficking in Women

Truancy

Victims' Rights

Violent Crimes

Assault & Battery
Domestic Violence
Extortion
Kidnapping
Manslaughter
Murder
Robbery

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

Florida

Firm Focus

Criminal Defense in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater established in February 2005.

Firm History

Tim Hessinger: State Attorney’s Office 1990 - 2005 Donald Kilfin: State Attorney Office 2000 - 2006

Activities and Awards

Tim Hessinger: 2004 Prosecutor of the Year
Donald Kilfin: Top Young Lawyers -Super Lawyers 2010

Example Cases

Information coming soon.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Clients should always become as educated as possible on legal issues.

Are your attorneys willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Our clients do not draft legal documents but they do prepare summaries of information that we use in preparing an effective defense.

Are your attorneys willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

This is usually a very bad idea.

Are your attorneys willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

I was interested in criminal law and doing trial work.

What are your policies about dividing work among the firm's partners, associates, and paralegals to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

Our experience as long time former prosecutors gives us the inside track on how decisions are made by the prosecutor and what we need to do to help the prosecutor make decisions that are beneficial to our clients.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Information coming soon.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

Information coming soon.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

Tim Hessinger and Donald Kilfin handle every case together as a team.

Office Manager/Assistant

Rosanne Hall

Fax

(866) 561-4185

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday 9:00 to 5:00 and Friday 9:00 to 4:00

Emergency After Hours

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Our legal fees vary by the type of charge, the number of charges, and by the facts and circumstances of each case. We make every effort to set reasonable fees and to work with our clients to set up a plan that will allow then to afford our services. Legal fees can only be determined after sitting down with you, reviewing the case, and determining the best course of action. The initial consultation is free. Credit cards are accepted.
After determining your expectations we will be in a better position to quote a fee. Some clients want us to try and resolve the case early by intervening with the prosecutor in the hopes of having the charges dismissed or reduced. Other clients want us to negotiate the best possible plea or obtain their entry into a pre-trial diversion program. Some cases require intensive discovery, the filing of motions, multiple court hearings and possibly a jury trial.
Some attorneys use a "one price fits all" method in setting fees. We have chosen to evaluate each unique case and determine what each client's expectations are before setting a fee. We believe that you should not pay for services that are not needed on your particular case. We make every effort to be affordable without compromising service and results. When you're charged with a criminal offense, your good reputation, and often your future are on the line. This is a time when experience matters.

Hourly Rates

Cases are handled on a flat fee basis. Payment plans available.

Free Initial Consultation?

Free initial consultation.

Typical Retainer

Information coming soon.

Understanding Fees

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