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Tampa Bay Criminal Trial Lawyer

We Fight the Charges, so You Can Reclaim Your Life

Facing criminal charges in Tampa can be one of the most stressful and overwhelming experiences of your life. At Brancato Law Firm, P.A., we understand the impact that these charges can have on your personal and professional life. Tampa Criminal Lawyer Rocky Brancato has over 25 years of criminal defense experience and is here to stand by your side, providing the aggressive representation you need to protect your rights and your future.

Our Commitment to You

At Brancato Law Firm, P.A., our Tampa Criminal Lawyer is dedicated to helping you reclaim your life. We will work diligently to challenge the charges against you, seeking to reduce or dismiss them whenever possible. Our goal is to minimize the impact of these charges on your life and help you move forward with confidence. Don’t let criminal charges define your future. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step towards reclaiming your life. Let us fight for you so you can focus on what matters most – your future.

Your Defense, Our Expertise

Specialized Knowledge

Legal issues can be complex and multifaceted, often requiring specialized knowledge in fields such as medicine, forensics, finance, or accident reconstruction. By utilizing experts, Rocky Brancato ensures that his clients benefit from the latest research and technical expertise relevant to their case.

Effective Strategy Development

Experts help attorneys formulate effective legal strategies by providing detailed analyses and recommendations based on their specialized knowledge. This can improve decision-making and enhance the overall quality of the legal representation offered to clients.

Strengthening Case Evidence

Experts can provide critical evidence and insights that bolster a client’s position. Their authoritative opinions can add credibility in cases such as personal injury, where medical experts can testify about injuries and their impact on the client’s life, or financial experts can clarify complex economic issues in business disputes.

Enhanced Persuasiveness

In court, the testimony of a recognized expert can be far more persuasive than that of a layperson. Their qualifications and experience can significantly influence judges and juries, making it crucial to have.

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Practice Areas

Sex Crimes

Criminal Defense

Criminal Traffic

DUI

Child Abuse

Criminal Mental Health

Domestic Violence Defense

Gun Crimes

Violent Crimes

Homicide

Drug Crimes

Internet Crimes

What Our Clients Are Saying

Rocky Brancato was able to provide me with legal help that I didn't even imagine was possible. Because of his experience and knowledge he got me life changing results and that is no exaggeration. Rocky has an in depth knowledge of his field, decades of experience, and...

E. M.

Mr. Brancato deserves five stars from day one. He went over and beyond for me. He doesnt just handle small cases I was facing a trafficking fentanyl charge for something that I didnt do and Mr. Brancato got all of my charges dropped. He is a great attorney. He answered...

Andrea M

Rocky was exceptional at providing legal advice and was taking proactive steps throughout the process to assist in my legal matters. Fantastic service and results.

Javier L.

ROCKY IS GREAT HE DID IT TWICE FOR MY FIANCÉ

Mantha W.

I would recommend Mr. Brancato to absolutely anybody. I have been fighting this specific case for about 4 years now and he was able to set time aside to accommodate and was able to get the charges dismissed in less than a WEEK. I can’t thank him enough, and anybody in...

Kellz C.

The rare lawyer with a heart Mr. Brancato not only proved his legal acumen, but he did so with genuine empathy and caring. I felt he was personally invested in my success, and acted above and beyond my expectations. He kept me informed all steps of the process, and was...

Mark my words, THIS IS THE BEST LAWYER I’ve ever had the chance to meet and it’s been a pleasure and a major blessing to have him, i had a very difficult case but in less then 5 business day he took the weight of a planet off my shoulders . He goes above and beyond and...

Yian V.

Great attorney ! Handled client with care and answered all concerns! Thank you so much !!! A Hard worker is this guy! Thank You for all you did for my fiancé!

Kailyn B.

Rocky Brancato was knowledgeable, responsive, and very professional throughout the entire process. I highly recommend this law firm.

Noel F.

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Meet Rocky Brancato

For over 25 years, Rocky Brancato has been a prominent force in Tampa Bay’s legal arena. Rocky rose to second-in-command at Tampa Bay’s largest defense firm before launching Brancato Law Firm, P.A. As a former specialized major crimes attorney for serious offenses like...

Charges Dismissed, First Degree Murder

Rocky represented a grandmother on first degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges. The grandmother’s young granddaughter drowned in the bathtub and had had a lacerated liver, which the State originally asserted was caused by physical abuse by the grandmother. Rocky hired a forensic pathologist and together Rocky and the expert conducted a...

Client Exonerated in Violent Rape Case

Rocky represented a military veteran in a “cold hit” sexual battery (rape) case that had occurred 8-years prior to his client’s arrest. Rocky hired a DNA expert and together Rocky and his expert conducted a full review of all DNA in the case. The expert also attended depositions of the state’s experts with Rocky. After the depositions and complete...

Medical Investigation Leads to Dismissal of Aggravated Child Abuse Case

Not Guilty Verdict, Kidnapping

Rocky represented a man accused of kidnapping and robbing a woman. At trial, Rocky presented a mistaken identity defense at trial. The jury found Rocky’s client Not Guilty of both charges.

Not Guilty Verdict, Trafficking in Cocaine

Rocky represented a manager of a establishment who was accused of trafficking in cocaine, 200 – 400 grams. At trial, the codefendant testified against Rocky’s client. Rocky presented a defense that the codefendant was the actual trafficker and that Rocky’s client was merely in the wrong place at the wrong time. The jury found Rocky’s client Not...

Not Guilty Verdict, Robbery With a Firearm

Rocky represented a man charged with robbing a business with a firearm. At trial, Rocky presented a mistaken identify defense, noting that his client had a very noticeable rosary tattoo that covered his arm that the victim never mentioned in her description to police. The jury found Rocky’s client Not Guilty.

Murder Not Guilty Verdict, Second Degree

Rocky represented a man who shot and killed his roommate. The case went to trial on a defense of justifiable use of deadly force (self-defense). The jury found Rocky’s client Not Guilty.

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Phone: (813) 727-7159

Tampa Bay Criminal Trial Lawyer

We Fight the Charges, so You Can Reclaim Your Life

Our Commitment to You