Atty. John Douglas Whitaker

Atty. John Douglas Whitaker

Mr. John Douglas Whitaker is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, criminal law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law.

Gainesville Gainesville 26 yrs experience 26 year
Call (352) 900-2184 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Douglas Whitaker at a glance

John Douglas Whitaker is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, and workers comp attorney based in Gainesville, Florida. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Fl (2000). Educated at University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law (J.D., 1999) and Ohio University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Douglas Whitaker is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, criminal law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • John practices in Gainesville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John Douglas Whitaker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Douglas Whitaker 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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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Gainesville 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Douglas Whitaker

Where is John Douglas Whitaker's law office located?
John Douglas Whitaker's law practice is located in Gainesville, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Douglas Whitaker handle?
John Douglas Whitaker focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Douglas Whitaker practiced law?
John Douglas Whitaker has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did John Douglas Whitaker go to law school?
John Douglas Whitaker earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact John Douglas Whitaker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Fl
Admitted: 2000

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