Law Offices of Edwards & Jones Board-Certified. Trial-Tested. Dedicated to Defense. We are criminal defense specialists, with expert trial experience others can’t match. Your case is our priority.

Gainesville Criminal Defense Lawyer

Expert Criminal Defense Attorneys in Gainesville

Whether you are a first-time offender or have a past criminal record, the fact remains that you need a trusted lawyer who can protect your rights and craft a strong defense on your behalf.

At the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, we are both experienced negotiators and trial lawyers who are prepared to represent you at the negotiation table or litigate on your behalf when you need an aggressive defender on your side of the courtroom.

We are prepared to handle every case to the fullest extent. Even if your case does not go to trial, we thoroughly investigate and prepare to bring your case before a judge and jury. Let us put our knowledge to work for you. Our team is always available in your time of need.

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Why Choose Law Offices of Edwards & Jones?

What Makes Us Different

60+ Years Combined Criminal Defense Experience
Proven in Past Trials and Preparing for the Next
Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law
Less than 1% of Florida attorneys earn this distinction.
24/7 Availability and Free Consultations
Exclusively Criminal Defense - No Other Focus, No Former Prosecutors
Comprehensive Pretrial Support from Bail to Pre-trial Detention Hearings

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Hear From Our Happy Clients

"Once we hired him he started work immediately and was able to get my son's case thrown out. We are very satisfied with his services."
I hired Mr. Jones to represent my son. We had never had to hire a lawyer and I was anxious. Mr. Jones took the time to explain what was happening and it helped lessen my concerns. Once we hired him he started work immediately and was able to get my son's case thrown out. We are very satisfied with his services.

- Robert H.
"Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case."
Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case. Very helpful throughout the whole 6-7 month process. Not only did he get all my questions answered to the best of his abilities but also really showed compassion for my family & I during the case as well as after. 5 star lawyer, highly recommended. Thank you for all your hard work!

- Jackie A.
"I definitely would recommend this attorney to anyone needing one. He puts his heart in his work."
I hired Christopher for situation I got myself in. He worked hard to get my case dropped. I definitely would recommend this attorney to anyone needing one. He puts his heart in his work.

- Roy M.
"He put his heart into that case."
I first hired Thomas Edwards to defend me and my daughter in the early 1990s. He put his heart into that case. Of all the attorneys in the state of Florida, he would be the one I would call if the need for an attorney ever arose again.

- Jan

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