Atty. Ian Matthew Pickens

Atty. Ian Matthew Pickens

Born and raised in Crescent City, Florida, Ian focuses his practice on Personal Injury and Criminal Defense cases. Before embarking on his professional journey, Mr.

Palatka Palatka 12 yrs experience 12 year
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About Ian Matthew Pickens at a glance

Ian Matthew Pickens is a Member based in Palatka, Florida, practicing at Douglas Law Firm. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (2014). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2014). Serands clients in Palatka, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Born and raised in Crescent City, Florida, Ian focuses his practice on Personal Injury and Criminal Defense cases
  • Before embarking on his professional journey, Mr. Pickens earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and sociology from Westminster College in 2011
  • Subsequently, he graduated with a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2014
  • He later gained valuable experience in the field during his years as an assistant state attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit
  • Between 2014 and 2017, Mr. Pickens tried a range of criminal cases covering misdemeanors and felonies
  • Ian later worked as an Associate Attorney with the Meldon Law firm handling hundreds of criminal defense and personal injury cases
  • Outside of his primary responsibilities, Mr. Pickens retains his professional alignment with the Florida Bar, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Florida Justice Association
  • Additionally, he contributes to the legal community as the current treasurer of the Marion County Bar Association and was the past president of the Marion County Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
  • In light of his outstanding achievements, Mr. Pickens has been recognized on several occasions, having been featured in the American Academy of Attorneys Top 40 Under 40
  • He was additionally presented with a Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney Award from Attorney and Practice Magazine and an AVVO 10 Rating
  • Most recently Mr. Pickens has been included in Marquis Who s Who

Practice Areas Explained

Ian Matthew Pickens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ian Matthew Pickens handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Palatka 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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Common questions about Ian Matthew Pickens

Where is Ian Matthew Pickens's law office located?
Ian Matthew Pickens's law practice is located in Palatka, Florida. The firm is Douglas Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ian Matthew Pickens handle?
Ian Matthew Pickens focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Ian Matthew Pickens practiced law?
Ian Matthew Pickens has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Ian Matthew Pickens go to law school?
Ian Matthew Pickens earned their education at (J.D., 2014).
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Education

J.D.
Florida Coastal School of Law
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2014

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