The Law Offices of Tad A. Yates, P.A.
Criminal Defense | Serving Orlando, FL
407-501-4002The Law Offices of Tad A. Yates, P.A., a reputable Criminal Defense firm representing clients in the Orlando, Florida area.
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Trusted Criminal Defense Representation in Central Florida
The Law Offices of Tad A. Yates provides dedicated state and federal criminal defense representation for individuals facing charges in Orlando and the surrounding Central Florida communities. With nearly three decades of legal experience, Mr. Yates vigorously advocates for clients dealing with a wide range of legal matters, including felonies, misdemeanors, DUI, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes. The practice prioritizes a client-centered approach built on clear communication and strategic defense planning to protect your rights, liberty, and future. Whether navigating pretrial intervention or resolving complex litigation, the firm works tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome for your case.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Criminal Defense
- Drug Violations
- DUI Penalties
- Underage DUI
- Out-of-State DUI Charges
- Commercial Driver DUI Defense
- Termination of Probation
- Marsy's Law
- Florida Diversion Programs
- Emergency Bond Hearings
- Warrants / Bench Warrants
- Crime Victims
- Injunction Violations
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
- Assault & Battery
- Weapons Charges
- Cybercrimes
- Cyber Stalking
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- DUI
- Drug Offenses
- Drug Court
- Elder Abuse
- Federal Crimes
- Pretrial Intervention
- Refusing a Sobriety Test
- Repeat DUI
- Resisting Arrest
- Robbery
- Sex Offenses
- Stalking
- Stand Your Ground
- Violent Crimes
- Theft & Burglary
- Traveling to Meet a Minor
- White Collar Crimes & Fraud
- Motor Vehicle Offenses
- Violations Of Probation
- Injunctions
- Juvenile Charges
- Crimes Against Law Enforcement
- Leaving the Scene of an Accident
Call 407-501-4002 today to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney Tad A. Yates
Bar Admissions:
- Florida, 1994
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
Education:
- University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1994
- J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
- University of Florida, Gainesville, 1991
- B.A.
- Honors: Florida Blue Key
- Major: Criminal Justice
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Orange County Bar Association, 2008 - 2009 (President)
- Orange County Bar Association, 2007 - 2008 (Vice-President)
- Orange County Bar Association, Criminal Law Committee (Past Chair)
- Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid Society, 2006 - 2007 (Secretary)
- First Central Florida American Inns of Court, Board of Directors, 2002 - 2007 (Member)
- Ninth Judicial Circuit, Judicial Nominating Commission (Chair, 2011)
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 1994 - Present (Member)
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 1994 - Present (Member)
- Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 1994 - Present (Member)
- Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid Society, Board of Trustees (President)
- Judicial Nominating Commission, 9th Judicial Circuit (Chair)
- Florida Bar, Criminal Rules Committee (Member)
- Florida Bar, Ninth Circuit Grievance Committee (Chair)
- Ninth Circuit Professionalism Panel (Vice Chair)
- Ninth Judicial Circuit, Florida Bar, Board of Governors
The Law Offices of Tad A. Yates, P.A. Awards
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