Proven Civil Litigation and Criminal Defense Attorney in Hillsborough County, FL
From the start, how you approach a legal issue can affect the outcome of your case. Stumbling through the process without informed guidance often means mistakes or, at the very least, missed opportunities for developing stronger legal arguments. That’s why having a Hillsborough County civil and criminal lawyer from Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A., on your side makes such a difference.
I’m prepared to make the most of every opportunity to strengthen your claim through early legal intervention, meticulous investigation, and taking advantage of every chance to strategically tell your story. To see for yourself the difference that having a civil litigation and criminal defense attorney in Hillsborough County, FL, on your side can make, contact me today.
Types of Cases Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A., Handles in Hillsborough County, FL
The benefit of retaining a Hillsborough County civil and criminal lawyer is having comprehensive knowledge to guide your case, no matter what complications may arise. I serve clients facing legal matters such as the following.
Civil Claims for Monetary Damages
The kinds of Hillsborough County complex civil litigation I handle at Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A., include:
- Hillsborough County anti‑suit injunctions: In parallel legal proceedings in different courts or jurisdictions, I consider whether seeking an anti-suit injunction to stop one case from moving forward or fighting against such an effort could help my clients.
- Hillsborough County international litigation: When your case involves an opposing party or an incident that occurred in another jurisdiction, including a different country, my experience handling international litigation can support your claim for damages.
- Hillsborough County civil theft claims: After the theft of property, I help victims get financially compensated through the civil legal system, which under Florida law can award damages of threefold their actual losses.
- Hillsborough County civil fraud cases: Victims who suffered financial losses due to various kinds of fraud can recover compensation through a lawsuit against the perpetrator.
- Hillsborough County civil RICO and business fraud lawsuits: When racketeering, organized criminal activities, or fraudulent business practices lead to damages, the alleged victim may have grounds to file a claim for compensation.
Business Legal Dispute Representation
When a company finds itself caught up in disagreements, whether with customers, vendors, or media backlash from defamatory statements, it helps to have an attorney who handles Hillsborough County business disputes.
- Hillsborough County breach of contract claims: Whether the party you have an agreement with failed to live up to their obligations or engaged in prohibited conduct, I can help you seek accountability through breach of contract litigation.
- Hillsborough County defamation and disparagement cases: If someone’s false statements about your business negatively impacted your company’s public image or its financial gains, you may be able to sue for defamation or disparagement.
- Hillsborough County partnership disputes: When business disagreements escalate, it’s time to bring in a professional who can tactfully manage productive negotiations, aggressively pursue litigation, or guide you through the partnership dissolution process.
- Hillsborough County tortious interference lawsuits: In the event that someone you don’t have a contract with causes someone else to break their agreement with you, it may be possible to hold that person or company accountable through a tortious interference claim.
Legal Support for Criminal Investigations and Charges
With steep fines, years of incarceration, and the lifelong impact of a criminal record on the line, you need a Hillsborough County criminal defense attorney to help you fight back against state or federal charges. In my practice, I most often defend clients against charges of Hillsborough County white‑collar crimes, including:
- Hillsborough County bank fraud charges: I help clients accused of carrying out schemes that target financial institutions and the money under their control, including credit card fraud and check kiting, present an effective defense.
- Hillsborough County wire fraud charges: If the scheme you’re accused of committing involves the use of the internet, phone networks, or other telecommunications systems, I can help you prepare your defense against charges of wire fraud, often filed at the federal level.
- Hillsborough County healthcare fraud charges: I represent both medical providers and patients against charges of obtaining unauthorized benefits, services, or payments from a healthcare benefit program through false statements, unethical billing practices, or other forms of deception.
- Hillsborough County tax fraud charges: When clients are accused of underreporting their income, failing to file a tax return, or otherwise failing to pay or underpaying taxes through intentional deception, I defend them against charges like tax evasion.
- Hillsborough County money laundering charges: For clients accused of hiding the illegal source of money acquired through unlawful activities, I can argue that financial transactions were made for legitimate purposes instead of the intention of money laundering.
- Hillsborough County conspiracy charges: I defend clients accused of agreeing to violate the law along with other parties in defending against the charges and the harsh penalties that could be imposed, even for an offense that was never actually committed.
In the event of legal errors, like a judge giving the wrong instructions to the jury or a prosecutor engaging in misconduct, I can help individuals explore options for appealing unfair, unfavorable trial rulings.
I also draw on my extensive experience handling white-collar crime matters at both the state and federal levels when I assist business leaders in conducting Hillsborough County internal investigations. These investigations help companies identify fraud and take proactive steps to stop misconduct.
Civil Rights Litigation
I’m passionate about handling Hillsborough County civil rights litigation, including Section 1983 claims against state and local government actors, to secure justice for victims of violations and hold accountable those who trample on others’ rights.
Crisis Management & Communications
In today’s media-powered world, an unproven criminal allegation can lead to a media firestorm. Even a controversial decision to pursue civil litigation as a plaintiff can draw harsh criticism. I’m used to fighting for clients who have faced negative press, pushing back against unfair coverage, and crafting narrative responses with the principles of both legal strategy and crisis management communications in mind.
Public Interest & Pro Bono
To serve the public interest, I provide pro bono legal services at no cost or very low cost for those who can’t afford legal assistance. My pro bono work primarily concerns trial representation for those accused of serious crimes like homicide and post-conviction assistance for individuals who have been incarcerated for offenses they didn’t commit.
Areas Served in Hillsborough County, FL
As an experienced Hillsborough County civil and criminal lawyer, I represent clients all over the county.
Cities Served in Hillsborough County
I serve clients in the three incorporated cities in Hillsborough County:
- Tampa
- Plant City
- Temple Terrace
Hillsborough County’s Unincorporated Communities
One of the unique aspects of Hillsborough County is how much of its large population (over two-thirds) lives in unincorporated areas instead of in its cities. I serve all of the census-designated places and unincorporated communities within the county, including:
- Adamsville
- Alafia
- Antioch
- Apollo Beach
- Balm
- Bay Crest Park
- Bloomingdale
- Brandon
- Carrollwood
- Cheval
- Citrus Park
- Clair-Mel City
- Del Rio
- Dover
- Durant
- East Lake
- East Lake-Orient Park
- East Tampa
- Egypt Lake
- Egypt Lake-Leto
- Fish Hawk
- Fort Lonesome
- Gibsonton
- Gulf City
- Hopewell
- Keystone
- Keysville
- Knights
- Lake Fern
- Lake Magdalene
- Leto
- Limona
- Lithia
- Lutz
- Mango
- Northdale
- Nowatney
- Odessa
- Orient Park
- Palma Ceia
- Palm River
- Palm River-Clair Mel
- Pebble Creek
- Picnic
- Pinecrest
- Port Sutton
- Progress Village
- Rattlesnake
- Remlap
- Riverview
- Rocky Creek
- Ruskin
- Seffner
- Snows Corner
- Sulphur Springs
- Sun City
- Sun City Center
- Sweetwater Creek
- Sydney
- Thonotosassa
- Town 'n' Country
- Trapnell
- Turkey Creek
- University
- Valrico
- Westchase
- Wimauma
When you need guidance to secure compensation through civil claims for damages or to fight back against serious criminal charges anywhere in Hillsborough County, from bustling cities like Tampa to its rural towns, I provide skilled, knowledgeable representation.
When You Should Consult a Civil Litigation and Criminal Defense Attorney in Hillsborough County, FL
Some indications that it’s time to consult a Hillsborough County civil and criminal lawyer include:
- Experiencing financial losses due to another’s misconduct or wrongful actions
- Receiving notice of a civil claim or lawsuit filed against you
- Learning that you are under investigation by the police or by your employer
- Being formally charged or arrested for alleged criminal activities
- Experiencing police violence, discrimination, or other types of civil rights violations, which may or may not result in physical harm
When you begin to wonder if you need legal advice, for any reason, don’t wait. The longer you go without professional guidance, the greater the risk of missing opportunities to strengthen your case and potentially making mistakes that could make matters worse.
Why Choose Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A. as Your Hillsborough County Civil and Criminal Lawyer?
When you need legal counsel prepared to put you first, fight relentlessly for your best interests, and provide assistance even in the face of negative publicity, you need Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A., on your side.
A Commitment to Making Legal Guidance Convenient
I serve clients throughout South Florida, and I’m willing to come to you to ensure that distance and other factors don’t get in the way of securing the help you need. I routinely travel to meet with clients at their homes, at the hospital, or in jail, in circumstances in which coming to my office would pose an inconvenience. I’m also willing to fly to a different city on very short notice to represent my clients before the opposing side, a prosecutor, a judge, or the media.
The legal process is stressful enough, but I’m committed to making it more manageable for my clients.
A Focus on Trial-Readiness in Every Case
There’s no guarantee that an individual case will proceed all the way to trial, but being prepared for that possibility is critical for building your case for success. My approach to representation is to build every case for the potential of going to trial, with diligent case preparation, extensive investigations, and thoughtfully developed legal strategies based on a thorough analysis of your unique situation.
This approach can often provide leverage for effective out-of-court settlement negotiations, but it also ensures that all avenues remain open to you. I’m willing to fight for my clients in court without backing down.
Representation Without Regard to Politics or Bad Press
You need help, not judgment, but that’s difficult to come by in today’s increasingly divided world. In my practice, I represent clients no matter where they fall on the political spectrum, from right-wing conservatives to left-wing liberals, and I never reject a case because of a client’s politics.
I stand up for those who have been attacked over their views or been subjected to extremely negative press over the allegations against them or criticism of their choice to pursue legal recourse. My job as your attorney is to advocate for you, and I’m wholly committed to pursuing the most favorable outcome possible for every client.
About Civil and Criminal Cases in Hillsborough County, FL
Throughout Hillsborough County, incidents of all kinds can give rise to civil damage suits, business disputes, and charges of sophisticated white-collar crimes. Factors that influence the legal matters that can arise here include:
- The county’s high population and large workforce, which provides opportunities for the perpetrators of fraudulent schemes, as well as greater chances of personal and business disputes arising in the course of daily life
- Its status as a tourist destination (particularly the city of Tampa, which is known for its beaches, theme parks, and other attractions)
- An economy that emphasizes financial activities, education and health services, business and professional services, trade and transportation, and more
From failures of companies to manage trade and transportation obligations as contracted to intentional fraud occurring in companies in Hillsborough County’s financial sector, numerous issues can lead to business disputes, civil litigation, and criminal allegations.
Contact a Hillsborough County Civil and Criminal Lawyer at Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A., Today for a Case Review
Whether you’re up against a large corporation with an army of lawyers, an overreaching prosecutor trying to score political points with the public and the media, or another powerful opponent, your path to the most favorable outcome possible depends on having skilled legal guidance.
Take advantage of the confidential consultation my law firm offers to learn how to protect your legal rights and get your questions answered without cost, obligation, or risk. I provide objective evaluations based on your unique circumstances to empower you to make educated decisions about what steps to take next.
For help from a civil litigation and criminal defense attorney in Hillsborough County, FL, contact Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A. online or call 786-933-8794 today.