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Monroe Law, P.A. - Attorneys At Law
The Monroe Law Firm is a highly reputed, award-winning criminal defense law firm located in Jacksonville, Florida, where our clients' successful defense remains our top priority. We serve clients in Duval, St. Johns, Nassau and Clay counties.
We offer highly responsive and laser-focused services to clients accused of charges, including but not limited to:
- Drug crimes
- Domestic violence
- Traffic charges and driving under the influence (DUI)
- Drug trafficking
- Theft, armed robbery and violent crimes
- Burglary and arson
- Aggravated assault and murder
- Sexual battery
Whether you are completely blameless or made an error that is being grossly exaggerated, you deserve to have your side of the story heard. Our attorneys listen to your side of the story and then effectively deliver it to the court and jury.
Scott Monroe, our president and founding attorney, has always prioritized quality over quantity in every aspect of his law practice. He is dedicated to achieving the greatest results for his clients and will stop at nothing in the effort to meet their goals. This unwavering commitment to his patrons is what has propelled him to the top of his field. He has experience as a prosecutor for Duval County, specifically handling DUI cases. Now, he utilizes his knowledge to assist defendants in various criminal cases, providing them with valuable insights and strategies.
Mr. Monroe has been rated AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell and listed among the Top 1% of the attorneys in several categories by the Premier Lawyers of America. Additionally, he has been honored by the American Institute of Legal Advocates, the Attorney and Practice Magazine, the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, Avvo and The National Trial Lawyers. Along with senior lawyer Finley Williams, who is board-certified as a criminal trial specialist by The Florida Bar, our team offers top-caliber legal counsel.
Time is of the essence if you or a loved one has been arrested and charged with a crime. Take swift action to make sure a criminal defense attorney from the Monroe Law Firm is defending your rights, preserving any evidence you'll need and preventing the situation from getting worse. We offer free initial consults and virtual meetings. You can make credit card payments.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ falls into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Visit our websiteAwards & Accolades
10 Best Law Firm Client Satisfaction - American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys - 2016 – Present
AVVO Clients' Choice Award - Scott Monrow - 2016 - Present
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney - Attorney and Practice Magazine - 2018 – Present
Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney - Attorney and Practice Magazine - 2018 – Present
Elite Advocate - American Institute of Legal Advocates - 2018 – Present
Best Law Firms of America - 2018
AV-Preeminent Rated - Martindale-Hubbell - 2019 – Present
Leading Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year, Florida - Leading Adviser Award - Scott Monroe - 2019 – Present
Top 1% Criminal Defense - Premier Lawyers of America - 2019
Top 1% Drug Trafficking Defense - Premier Lawyers of America – 2019
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney - Best of the Best Attorneys - 2019 – Present
Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney - Best of the Best Attorneys - 2019 - Present
Selected to Florida Super Lawyers - D. Scott Monroe - 2020 – Present
Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Jacksonville - Expertise.com - 2020 – Present
Best DUI Lawyers in Jacksonville - Expertise.com - 2020 – Present
Lawyers of Distinction - 2020 – Present
Top 100 - America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys - 2020 - Present
Elite Lawyer Criminal Defense - D. Scott Monroe - 2021 - Present
American Institute of Legal Professionals Lawyer of the Year - 2021 - Present
Top 10 Attorney - American Association of Attorney Advocates - 2024
10.0 Justia Lawyer Rating - Justia
Best Attorneys of America - Lifetime Member
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - The National Trial Lawyers
Top 1% DUI/DWI Defense - Premier Lawyers of America
Top 1% White Collar Criminal Defense - Premier Lawyers of America
Testimonials
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"Attorney D. Scott Monroe is one of the best lawyers. He fights day and night for his clients, and he is just a phone call away. Mr. Monroe has a great & devoted team working with him and they are awesome. I recommend this law firm."
- Nativita A.
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"Mr. Monroe was incredibly responsive and took time to explain every step of the process with me. He always returned my calls. His unique work history allowed him to attack my case from all angles."
- Lindsey S.
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"Scott Monroe is top notch. From the minute I spoke to to him, everything gained clarity and was explained in detail. I would recommend Monroe Law Firm for anyone needing legal expertise. Thank you for assisting me with my needs!"
- Eric M.
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"Scott Monroe is the best criminal defense attorney in Jacksonville, Florida. There were many difficult times throughout the process, in view of the serious accusations, but Scott and his team never quit!"
- Ben S.
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"I called Mr. Monroe around 9 p.m. and left a voicemail, and he immediately called me back. He went above and beyond to keep me safe and I felt like he truly cared about me as a person."
- Michaela L.
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Practice Areas
- 40%Criminal Defense
- 40%Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
- 20%Criminal Defense: White Collar
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Monroe Law, P.A. - Attorneys At Law
1819 Goodwin St. - Historic Goodwin House
Jacksonville, FL 32204
PH: 904-330-1752
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