Haworth Legal - Clearwater, FL
Haworth Legal is an aggressive criminal defense law firm based in Clearwater, Florida, founded by former prosecutor Michael Haworth. Available 24/7 at 10300 49th Street North, the firm delivers courtroom-tested advocacy across DUI defense, narcotics offenses, violent crimes, domestic battery allegations, weapons charges, and probation violations throughout Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Hillsborough Counties.
Tough Criminal Defense from a Former Florida Prosecutor
When you are arrested or investigated for a crime in the Tampa Bay area, the power of the state is mobilized against you immediately. Located at 10300 49th Street North, Suite 214, in Clearwater, Haworth Legal provides decisive, tactical criminal defense designed to dismantle the state case. Founding attorney Michael Haworth earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law and spent years serving as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida. Having prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor and felony matters, Mr. Haworth understands exactly how police officers compile incident reports, how state prosecutors construct charging documents, and where weaknesses can be exposed.
Michael Haworth was recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2024 and 2025, a prestigious honor awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of lawyers in Florida. At Haworth Legal, client communication and responsiveness are paramount. The firm operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring that clients have immediate access to their legal advocate during critical early interrogation or bond hearings. If you need to find a criminal defense attorney or hire a DUI lawyer who will aggressively defend your constitutional rights, Haworth Legal provides the skill and courtroom tenacity needed to protect your future.
Core Practice Areas and Criminal Defense Services
Haworth Legal provides aggressive legal representation across a wide spectrum of Florida misdemeanor and felony charges:
DUI Defense and Driver License Protection
Serving as experienced DUI/DWI defense lawyers, the firm defends motorists against standard and aggravated drunk driving charges, boating under the influence, and chemical test refusal allegations. Attorney Haworth rigorously challenges roadside field sobriety exercises, breathalyzer device maintenance records, and traffic stop justification, moving aggressively to dismiss charges and preserve driving privileges at administrative review hearings.
Drug Crimes and Controlled Substance Charges
Operating as skilled drug crime defense lawyers, the practice handles charges ranging from simple possession of marijuana or controlled substances to complex felony trafficking and intent to sell. The legal team investigates Fourth Amendment search and seizure violations, working to suppress unlawfully obtained evidence and secure alternative sentencing through pretrial intervention programs.
Domestic Violence and Violent Crime Defense
Allegations of violence can result in mandatory jail time, no-contact orders, and loss of firearm rights. As dedicated violent crime defense lawyers and domestic violence lawyers, attorney Haworth defends clients facing charges of battery, aggravated assault with a firearm, domestic battery, and injunction violations, building affirmative self-defense claims under Florida Stand Your Ground laws.
Sex Offenses, Weapons Charges, and Probation Violations
The firm provides confidential, discreet defense for individuals facing sex crime allegations, firearm offenses, theft and burglary defense matters, and probation revocation hearings, fighting to keep clients out of jail.
Why Retain Haworth Legal in Clearwater
- Former Assistant State Attorney with insider knowledge of prosecution tactics and courtroom strategies.
- Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2024 and 2025 in criminal defense.
- 24/7 availability for emergency arrests, bail hearings, and immediate legal counsel.
- Transparent flat fees, accessible payment plans, and free in-person or virtual consultations.
Contact Haworth Legal for a Free Consultation
Do not let a criminal charge define the rest of your life. Contact Haworth Legal immediately to start building your defense. Call the Clearwater office at +1 727-977-8790 or visit 10300 49th Street North, Suite 214, Clearwater, Florida 33762 to schedule your free, confidential strategy session.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the Gateway/Pinellas Park area of Clearwater, situated off 49th Street North, near the Pinellas Park border and close to the St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport.
Building Location
This office is situated inside the Datex Business Center, which is a 2-story commercial office building built in 1980. The property is located just south of Lake Boulevard.
Parking Details
A large, well-lit on-site surface parking lot is available directly adjacent to the building, providing free and ample parking spaces for tenants and visitors.
Public Transit
Served by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority Route 52 (Clearwater); nearest stop is at 49th Street & Lake Boulevard.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building through the main entrance on the ground floor. Proceed to the second floor using the stairs to find Haworth Legal located in Suite 214.