De Novo Law P.A. - Orlando, FL

Aggressive Criminal Defense and Trial Advocacy in Orlando, Florida

Facing state or federal criminal charges poses an immediate threat to your liberty, reputation, and future. Established in 2012 by attorney Harold Deon Thompson, De Novo Law P.A. provides fearless courtroom defense from its Orlando office at 121 South Orange Avenue. Attorney Thompson brings unique perspective to criminal litigation, having served as a law enforcement officer, juvenile counselor, criminal justice professor, and Assistant Public Defender in the Ninth Judicial Circuit. When individuals urgently need a lawyer to challenge criminal allegations, protect their constitutional rights, or address police overreach, De Novo Law delivers decisive advocacy focused on dismissals, reductions, and acquittals.

Thorough Defense for State and Federal Criminal Charges

Handling Florida criminal courts requires an in-depth command of criminal procedures and trial tactics. As dedicated criminal defense lawyers, DUI/DWI defense lawyers, drug crime defense lawyers, and violent crime defense lawyers, the firm defends clients facing charges from misdemeanors to serious felony indictments. Attorney Thompson examines arrest records and search warrants for constitutional violations. Key practice areas include:

• Drug Crimes and Trafficking: Defending individuals against allegations of illegal possession, intent to distribute, and federal drug conspiracies.
• Violent and Weapons Offenses: Providing trial representation for assault, battery, firearm possession, manslaughter, and domestic violence charges.
• Theft and Financial Crimes: Defending clients facing grand theft, burglary, credit card fraud, bad checks, and identity theft accusations.
• DUI and Traffic Tickets: Contesting breath test results, field sobriety tests, and license suspensions as dedicated traffic ticket lawyers.

Police Misconduct, Excessive Force, and Civil Rights Claims

Law enforcement officers and state agents must strictly respect constitutional boundaries. De Novo Law P.A. stands out as a tenacious advocate for victims of excessive force, illegal arrests, and civil rights violations under Section 1983. Drawing on his law enforcement background, Harold Thompson understands standard policing procedures and police report vulnerabilities. When officers exceed their authority, the firm holds them accountable by filing civil rights claims and pursuing monetary compensation for injuries and emotional distress. If you need to find a lawyer who will confront governmental misconduct fearlessly, this practice provides the required litigation skill.

Personal Injury Advocacy and Criminal Appeals

In addition to criminal and civil rights litigation, De Novo Law P.A. represents injured victims as car accident lawyers and personal injury attorneys. The firm helps individuals injured in traffic crashes and premises liability accidents recover compensation for medical bills, therapy, lost wages, and suffering. Attorney Thompson also handles criminal appeals before Florida District Courts of Appeal, working to overturn unjust verdicts and illegal sentences.

Accessible Counsel, Flexible Payment Plans, and Free Consultations

De Novo Law P.A. believes that quality legal defense must remain accessible. The firm provides flexible payment plans, flat-fee pricing for criminal cases, and contingency-fee terms for personal injury clients. When you need to hire an attorney who combines deep criminal justice experience with personal commitment, contact De Novo Law P.A. in Orlando today to schedule a confidential, free consultation.