Atty. Cheryl Holste Gentry
Ms. Cheryl Holste Gentry is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, appellate and 2 other areas of law.
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Cheryl Holste Gentry is a Member based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Cheryl L. Gentry. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1981), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1981) and University of Central Florida (B.S.B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sections on: Family Law Criminal Law Second Circuit Fee Arbitration Committee) Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Tallahassee American Inn of Court (Barrister, The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Cheryl Holste Gentry is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, appellate and 2 other areas of law
- Cheryl received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Central Florida in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Cheryl practices at Cheryl L. Gentry in Tallahassee, FL
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl Holste Gentry handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Cheryl Holste Gentry is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Cheryl Holste Gentry is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Cheryl Holste Gentry is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Florida →
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tallahassee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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