Defend Pinellas, PLLC is a collaborative law firm founded by Jenna Finkelstein, President of Finkelstein Firm, P.A., and Timothy Sullivan, President of the Law Office of Timothy Sullivan, PLLC. With over three decades of combined experience handling criminal cases in the Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida, our lawyers possess the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively defend your rights. We operate under the foundational belief that two heads are better than one. With nearly 200 jury trials ranging from Petit Theft to First Degree Murder, our firm is well-equipped to handle any Pinellas County criminal charge.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to each client, taking the time to listen to your concerns and tailor our approach to meet your unique needs. Our goal is to provide you with the strongest possible defense while ensuring you feel supported throughout the legal process.
Rated 5 stars from 200+ reviews from satisfied clients across Clearwater and St. Petersburg
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Dealing with a criminal case, Attorney Sullivan is the best. He is not only extremely experienced but an attorney who cares for his clients. I can easily say that this stressful experience turned stress-free when in the hands of someone you can trust. This firm is the one you can trust with your case. I will be referring him to those who need legal assistance. Thank you, Mr. Sullivan.
-Tessa
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I can’t recommend my attorney CJ highly enough. From the very beginning, he was professional, responsive, & knowledgeable. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered every question without hesitation, & made my stressful situation feel manageable…
What truly set CJ apart is how much he actually cared. I never felt like just another case. He was strategic, detail-oriented, & always* one step ahead. Communication was consistent, and I always knew exactly where things stood.
Very thankful I chose CJ to represent me 10/5 stars
-Gracen Kerr
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Ms. Finkelstein was superb from the start. She thoroughly explained my case and the potential outcomes on our phone consultation. Prior to my court date, she was easily accessible and answered all of my questions. She arrived extremely prepared for my hearing and got me the BEST possible outcome. I truly cannot thank her enough! Highly recommend.
-S.M.
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Jenna is the lawyer for you! I put myself in a really bad position that I never thought would happen! I found Jenna, I didn’t have to wait for a call back. I didn’t have to listen to any legal terms I didn’t understand. I found a lawyer that heard me and listened to me. She made me feel like a human being. She took great care of me in court and now I am able to breath and have a clear mind with her help! You will never be disappointed with her, she is a wonderful person that actually wants to see you succeed!
-Samantha
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Jenna is the lawyer to go to! She was very confident as soon as I told her my case that we would be able to get it dismissed! She went above and beyond and actually cares about her clients. She always makes time no matter how busy she is. When I first called Jenna she was actually walking up to the court house but she took a quick briefing and got back to me very quickly. She worked with me on the payments for cost and is a very caring person. I highly recommend Jenna if you’re looking for an amazing lawyer. I talked to 9 different lawyers before I finally found her and it was a blessing to come upon her firm. 10/10 service!!
-Tylar
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