Hanlon Law in Clearwater, FL

I want to start by saying that I fully support law enforcement and personal accountability. However, my youngest son made a foolish decision early this year, and a particularly overzealous police officer not only arrested him but charged him with extreme offenses that were completely inappropriate for the situation. I’m convinced that if it had been the officer’s own son or a family friend, he would have handled it differently—perhaps with a stern warning or, at the very most, a misdemeanor charge. With little time to find the right attorney, we came across Michael Haworth and Hanlon Law online. I can’t thank Michael and Mr. Hanlon enough for their professionalism, dedication, and understanding throughout this ordeal. They not only achieved the best possible outcome for my son but also took the time to listen to my fears, ensuring I always felt heard and supported. I was terrified that my son would get trapped in the system, and I couldn’t eat or sleep. But Michael Haworth, with support from Mr. Hanlon, patiently addressed my concerns, presenting realistic options without making unattainable promises. They were committed to resolving this issue, and they did exactly that. I still believe in “law and order,” but this experience opened my eyes to how one bad apple can tarnish people’s view of law enforcement. This officer seemed determined to ruin my 14-year-old son’s life by pushing for a potential prison sentence when he could have chosen a less severe path to teach him a lesson. He also called multiple times once he had nothing to do with it asking questions that the only motive could be to cause some sort of harm on my child, who is doing great now btw. Without Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon, my son might have faced a much harsher outcome. They approached the case with creativity and genuine care, always communicating clearly and making me feel confident in their representation. They are truly experts in juvenile law, and their experience and knowledge made all the difference. Over the years, I’ve worked with many attorneys—both corporate and criminal—through my business and for legal matters involving friends, employees, and family. Most attorneys don’t communicate well or fight as hard as they would for their own family. But Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon are different. They provided multiple strategies and thought outside the box to make this situation go away. Very few attorneys have such extensive experience and understanding of the legal system for minors in Florida. One bad cop could have ruined my son’s future, but Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon cared enough to craft a thoughtful, personalized approach that worked. They got the job done, plain and simple. If anyone finds themselves, or a loved one—especially a minor—facing legal trouble, I wholeheartedly endorse Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon.

Michael was amazing from start to finish. Very professional, he always kept me in the loop. I have never been in trouble and thanks to him my streak continues. I never had to go to court, or speak to anyone else which is a relief in its own. If you are looking for a great attorney stop here and contact Michael. Thank you for giving me my life back!

Mr Hanlon took my case when a lot of attorneys wouldn't. Other attorneys were only concerned how much I could pay.Mr Hanlon was very reasonable and professional. I had 8 charges ,4 felonies..I'd never been in trouble in my life.The arresting officer that day was way out of line .Nick chotos my attorney got all charges dropped..I never had to show up in court. They always answered my phone calls and reassured me..Very Highly Recommended..I would have never expected these results. Nick chotos and Mr Hanlon are superstar attorneys..Hire them if u want Great results and get ur life back!

Mr. Hanlon and his firm aggressively defended my rights and worked with his counter part from the state's attorney's office..They reviewed the case and it was determined that these charges filed against me should be dropped. As it turns out, my case was resolved before my trial date. His staff treated me and my family with total respect. We appreciated that very much. I have proceeded with my life and hope to be a better person. Thank you again Hanlon Law. I would highly recommend them to the public as a reliable, knowledgeable, and aggressive firm as a great criminal defense firm. Sincerely, Michael Moore

Being an attorney myself, I never expected to be caught up in the criminal system. However, due to overzealous law enforcement I found myself charged with a crime I didn’t commit. I quickly realized that I didn’t understand the system, or any of the procedures. I interviewed several attorneys to assist me with my case, but I ultimately picked Hanlon Law. Will Hanlon asked questions and offered solutions that the other attorneys had not. He looked closely at the individuals and personalities involved in the case, not just at the criminal charges. I felt as though he wanted to understand me and how I had come to be sitting in his office. He took the time to carefully explain the procedure to me, without a sugar coating. I was completely prepared for what might or might not follow. Will and his staff worked hard to procure the best possible outcome for me, keeping me fully informed along the way. The goal was achieved, and charges were dropped. There are a lot of things about this incident that I would like to forget, but I won’t forget the way Hanlon Law worked for me. Thank you!