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David R. Parry 
Clearwater, Florida
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PRACTICING LAW IN BOTH CLEARWATER & TAMPA

TAMPA BAY BOARD CERTIFIED CRIMINAL TRIAL ATTORNEY, DAVID R. PARRY

For 23 years, David Parry has been exclusively practicing criminal law in the Tampa Bay area and has extensive experience defending clients throughout Florida. The breadth of his experience is reflected in Dave's successful private practice, where he specializes in all types of criminal defense as a Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, a distinction held by less than 1% of all Florida attorneys. For your convenience, there are offices in both Tampa and Clearwater at which to confidentially discuss your case. Call us toll free to set up your free confidential consultation at 1-800-486-0472.

Dave's reputation in the legal community began while serving at the Pinellas County Public Defender's Office for thirteen years. Serving as the Chief Assistant Public Defender and overseeing 60 attorneys, he successfully defended the rights of those wrongfully accused of crimes such as murder, juvenile crimes, DUI, and other capital charges. His sought after experience has led him to defend over 200 jury cases and over 1000+ defendants throughout his 23 years of practicing criminal law.

In 1998, Dave began his private practice with Bauer, Crider & Pellegrino and became a partner in 2001. In his 10 years with BCPP, he has handled death row clients, has successfully represented felonies and misdemeanors, and was responsible for the acquittal of a Spanish National wrongfully accused of First Degree Murder. His skill in dealing with complex criminal cases is evidenced by the volume and diversity of the cases he represents

Specific areas of his criminal law practice include:

  • DUI /BUI; DUI Manslaughter
  • Tourist Crimes
  • Traffic Offenses
  • Drug Charges
  • Federal and International Criminal Defense
  • Murder/Homicide
  • Violation of Probation
  • Assault & Battery
  • Domestic Violence
  • Illegal Possession of Weapons
  • Hate Crimes
  • Sex Offenses including Solicitation, Molestation, Crimes involving Minors
  • Terrorist Threats
  • Robbery & Burglary
  • Home Invasion
  • Arson
  • Sealing and Expunging Records
  • Juvenile Crimes, including Under Age Drinking
  • White Collar Crimes
  • Litigation & Complex Litigation
  • Federal Trial Practice/ Multi-district Litigation
  • State Appellate Practice/ State Trial Practice
  • Internet Crimes
  • International Crimes
  • Public Corruption
  • Money Laundering/ Racketeering
  • Business Fraud & Theft
  • Insurance Fraud
  • Prisoner's Rights
  • Grand Jury Proceedings

    With a keen ability to choose a jury to successfully try a case, Dave has spoken at local and state conventions for Public Defenders and private attorneys, focusing on all areas of criminal defense. He has been a guest lecturer at Stetson College of Law and has provided numerous attorneys with CLE credits for attending his conference presentations on Jury Selection, Closing Arguments, and Death Penalty Litigation. In 2001, he was awarded the highest recognition by the Pinellas County Criminal Defense Attorneys Association for outstanding contributions to the criminal justice system.

    With over 23 years of legal experience in the Tampa Bay area, as well as esteemed recognition among his peers, David Parry looks forward to many more successful years of practicing law and successfully defending the rights of those who are in need of his counsel. The strength of his counsel is supported by the strong group of professionals in his office which cumulatively represent over 128 years of practicing criminal law and includes five attorneys, a private investigator, and four paralegal professionals committed to representing your confidential and individual case.

    Dave Parry has offices in Tampa and Clearwater and represents clients throughout the state of Florida (Tampa, Orlando, Miami, Naples) ; with an emphasis in the Tampa Bay Area including: Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Bradenton, Temple Terrace, Plant City, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Dade City, Lakeland, Sarasota, Brandon, Riverview, Largo, Palm Harbor, New Port Richey, and Tarpon Springs.

Areas of Practice:
DUI/Traffic Offenses
Criminal Law/Felonies & Misdemeanors
Domestic Violence
Sex Crimes
Drug Charges
Homicide/Theft/Arson/Assault & Battery
Federal, International Criminal Defense and Tourist Crimes
Violations of Probation/Sealing & Expunging Records
Certification/Specialties:
Criminal Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education


Bar Admissions:
Florida, 1985
U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 1986
U.S. Supreme Court, 1990
Education:
Stetson University College of Law, St. Petersburg, Florida, 1984
J.D.


Florida Southern College, Lakeland, FL, 1981
B.A.
Major:  Political Science
Major:  Music


Classes/Seminars Taught:
Presented CLE Seminars on the subjects of Jury Duty, Closing Arguments, and Death Penalty Litigation at "Life Over Death" annual conferences, 1990 - 2008


Guest Lecturer, Stetson College of Law on the subjects of Evidence & Criminal Procedure, 1994 - 1997


Featured Trial on the Cable network show, CourtTV


Honors and Awards:
Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, 1994 - 2008


Recipient, Hindman Award for Excellence in Criminal Law, 2001


Professional Associations and Memberships:
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 1998 - Present


Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers,, 1998 - Present


Florida Bar Association - Board Certification Committee for Criminal Trial & Appellate Practice, 1998 - 2000
Chairman


Florida Bar Association - Grievance Committee
Chairman


Florida Bar Association - "Defending a Capital Case in Florida," a manual for criminal defense attorneys, 1997 - 2007
Editor


Pinellas County Trial Lawyers


Clearwater Bar Association


Pinellas County Criminal Defense Attorneys Association


Past Employment Positions:
Pinellas County Public Defenders Office, Chief Assistant Public Defender, 1985 - 1997


Fraternities/Sororities:
Sigma Alpha Epsilon
Locations

Jordan Hills Professional Center
1550 South Highland Avenue
Suite C
Clearwater, FL 33756-2353
Phone: 727-466-4319
Toll Free: 1-866-387-8952

Tampa Office
One Urban Centre
4850 West Kennedy Boulevard
Suite 575
Tampa, FL 33609-2522
Phone: 813-708-1178
Toll Free: 1-866-387-8952

Port Richey Office
11914 Oak Trail Way
Port Richey, FL 34668
Phone: 727-466-4319
Toll Free: 1-866-387-8952

The Florida Bar Board cerified

From offices in Clearwater, Tampa and Port Richey, the attorneys of Bauer, Crider, Pellegrino & Parry defend the rights of the accused throughout Florida, including residents of St. Petersburg, Palm Harbor, Bayonet Point, Spring Hill, Dade City, Lakeland, Plant City, Winter Haven, Bartow, Bradenton, Sarasota, Port Charlotte, Arcadia, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Naples, Brandon, Valrico, Daytona, St. Augustine, Venice, Wesley Chapel, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Jacksonville, Orlando, Pinellas County, Pasco County, Hillsborough County, Polk County, Manatee County, Sarasota County, Miami-Dade County and south Florida, FL.