Mr. Joseph Cameron Bodiford

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Mr. Joseph Cameron Bodiford: Attorney with Bodiford Law
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Joseph Bodiford, a native of Tallahassee and sixth-generation Floridian, brings 30 years of experience to his role as a trial lawyer, having led over 100 jury trials to verdict. His credentials include certification as an Advocate by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy and Board Certification in Criminal Law. Renowned for his legal acumen, Joe has earned an AV* rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is frequently named a Florida "SuperLawyer" and part of Florida Trend’s "Legal Elite."

Joe's passion for legal education is evident in his role as an adjunct professor at Stetson University College of Law, where he teaches Advanced Advocacy. An accomplished author, Joe has penned influential guides on trial and cross-examination. His leadership extends to the Tallahassee Bar Association, where he served as President, and he supports the arts and his community by serving on the Board of Directors for the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra.



(Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar Board Of Legal Specialization And Education){newline}(Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy)
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Areas of Practice (3)

  • Criminal Law
  • Personal Injury
  • DUI/DWI

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Florida State University, B.A., 1991; Florida State University, MM, 1993; Stetson University College of Law, LL.M., 2014
Law School Attended:
Stetson University College of Law, J.D., 2014
Year of First Admission:
1996
Admission:
1996, Florida; 1996, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida; 1996, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida; 1996, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit; 2002, U.S. Supreme Court
Memberships:
Adjunct Professor of Law and Trial Team Co-Director, Florida State University College of Law (Cross Examination); Former Adjunct Professor of Law, Stetson University College of Law (Trial Advocacy; Florida Criminal Procedure, Legal Drafting; The Florida Bar (Member, Criminal Law Section; Former Member of Criminal Law Certification Committee; Former Member of Traffic Rules Committee); Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Tallahassee Chapter of Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Tallahassee Bar Association; William Stafford American Inn of Court (Master); Cacciatore Criminal Law American Inn of Court (Alumni Member); Former Member Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Vice-President, 2006-2007); Former Member National College for DUI Defense.
Reported Cases:
Zeigler v. State, 75 So. 3d 236 (Fla. 2011); Robinson v. State, 972 So. 2d 1115 (Fla. 5th DCA 2008); Jones v. State, 74 So. 3d 149 (Fla. 2d DCA 2011); Smith v. State, 990 So. 2d 1199 (Fla. 5th DCA 2008); Brant v. State, 30 So. 3d 591 (Fla. 2d DCA 2010); Scott v. State, 42 So. 3d 923 (Fla. 2d DCA 2010); Zeigler v. State, 18 So. 3d 1239 (Fla. 2d DCA 2009); Gill v. Gill, 50 So. 3d 772 (Fla. 2d DCA 2010).
Certifications:
Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar Board Of Legal Specialization And Education, Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy, National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA) certified Advocate
ISLN:
911959053
Hobbies & interests:
Classical and jazz trumpet; boating, sportfishing.

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5.0/5.0
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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (58 reviews)
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4.8/5.0 (14 reviews)
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