Atty. Peter Michael Collins
Mr. Peter Michael Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, driving under the influence and 40 other areas of law.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 30+ Years Experience
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About Peter Michael Collins at a Glance
Peter Michael Collins is a Partner based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at The Collins Law Group. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1996) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2000). Educated at Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Xavier University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sarasota Bar Association The Florida Bar Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Chair, 2010, 12th Judicial Circuit Bar Grievance Committee, 2007-2010. Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Michael Collins
- Mr. Peter Michael Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, driving under the influence and 40 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Peter practices at The Collins Law Group in Sarasota, FL
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Peter Michael Collins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Michael Collins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
DUI / DWI Defense in Sarasota
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Divorce in Sarasota
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Sarasota
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Criminal Defense in Sarasota
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Sarasota
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sarasota
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 Sarasota 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 venue, 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.
Sarasota Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sarasota-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sarasota Choose Peter Michael Collins
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter Michael Collins's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Michael Collins brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Peter Michael Collins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and child custody, Peter Michael Collins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sarasota
A Sarasota-based practice means Peter Michael Collins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter Michael Collins Handles in Sarasota
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