Hanlon Law, Clearwater

Will Hanlon is an excellent Clearwater criminal defense attorney who effectively defended my rights with his legal expertise. Mr. Hamlin demonstrated exceptional communication and responsiveness throughout the process. He is a compassionate and understanding lawyer who genuinely cares about his clients. If you are seeking a criminal defense attorney, Will Hamlin is your ideal choice.

I want to start by saying that I fully support law enforcement and personal accountability. However, my youngest son made a foolish decision early this year, and a particularly overzealous police officer not only arrested him but charged him with extreme offenses that were completely inappropriate for the situation. I’m convinced that if it had been the officer’s own son or a family friend, he would have handled it differently—perhaps with a stern warning or, at the very most, a misdemeanor charge. With little time to find the right attorney, we came across Michael Haworth and Hanlon Law online. I can’t thank Michael and Mr. Hanlon enough for their professionalism, dedication, and understanding throughout this ordeal. They not only achieved the best possible outcome for my son but also took the time to listen to my fears, ensuring I always felt heard and supported. I was terrified that my son would get trapped in the system, and I couldn’t eat or sleep. But Michael Haworth, with support from Mr. Hanlon, patiently addressed my concerns, presenting realistic options without making unattainable promises. They were committed to resolving this issue, and they did exactly that. I still believe in “law and order,” but this experience opened my eyes to how one bad apple can tarnish people’s view of law enforcement. This officer seemed determined to ruin my 14-year-old son’s life by pushing for a potential prison sentence when he could have chosen a less severe path to teach him a lesson. He also called multiple times once he had nothing to do with it asking questions that the only motive could be to cause some sort of harm on my child, who is doing great now btw. Without Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon, my son might have faced a much harsher outcome. They approached the case with creativity and genuine care, always communicating clearly and making me feel confident in their representation. They are truly experts in juvenile law, and their experience and knowledge made all the difference. Over the years, I’ve worked with many attorneys—both corporate and criminal—through my business and for legal matters involving friends, employees, and family. Most attorneys don’t communicate well or fight as hard as they would for their own family. But Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon are different. They provided multiple strategies and thought outside the box to make this situation go away. Very few attorneys have such extensive experience and understanding of the legal system for minors in Florida. One bad cop could have ruined my son’s future, but Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon cared enough to craft a thoughtful, personalized approach that worked. They got the job done, plain and simple. If anyone finds themselves, or a loved one—especially a minor—facing legal trouble, I wholeheartedly endorse Michael Haworth and Mr. Hanlon.

I owe Nick Chotos and all of the staff at Hanlon Law a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid. While facing serious time as well as predatory prosecution, Mr. Chotos kept everything at bay and fought tirelessly. My case took just over three years and never once did I feel he was running out of patience nor did he ever waiver from his stance in securing my future and my family's stress. On behalf of myself and my family we will never forget what you accomplished! Thank you again Nick.

Nick Chotos definitely showed up and showed out for my husband. He got the state to reduce his charges. Throughout the entire process he kept us informed & always told us to not worry…he’s got it. He was right..he had it completely under control. We are extremely pleased with the outcome. Best choice for a lawyer. Mike stood in for Nick at the final hearing & he was just as courteous. If you are looking for a law firm that’s going to fight for you, Hanlon Law is the one. They don’t just want your money, you can tell they care & want you to have the best representation. They are awesome!

Michael was amazing from start to finish. Very professional, he always kept me in the loop. I have never been in trouble and thanks to him my streak continues. I never had to go to court, or speak to anyone else which is a relief in its own. If you are looking for a great attorney stop here and contact Michael. Thank you for giving me my life back!

Mr Hanlon took my case when a lot of attorneys wouldn't. Other attorneys were only concerned how much I could pay.Mr Hanlon was very reasonable and professional. I had 8 charges ,4 felonies..I'd never been in trouble in my life.The arresting officer that day was way out of line .Nick chotos my attorney got all charges dropped..I never had to show up in court. They always answered my phone calls and reassured me..Very Highly Recommended..I would have never expected these results. Nick chotos and Mr Hanlon are superstar attorneys..Hire them if u want Great results and get ur life back!

Mr. Hanlon and his firm aggressively defended my rights and worked with his counter part from the state's attorney's office..They reviewed the case and it was determined that these charges filed against me should be dropped. As it turns out, my case was resolved before my trial date. His staff treated me and my family with total respect. We appreciated that very much. I have proceeded with my life and hope to be a better person. Thank you again Hanlon Law. I would highly recommend them to the public as a reliable, knowledgeable, and aggressive firm as a great criminal defense firm. Sincerely, Michael Moore

It’s hard to put into words how thankful I am for Nick Chotos and his staff. Our case was a unique situation involving minors, one being my son the accused. Nick Chotos has guided us through every step the past 2 years, all the way up to todays trial. Nick did an amazing job giving his arguments and statements in the court room against state prosecutors. He was confident and very prepared. I am very proud to say that today we came up on top and WON our case! I don’t believe we would of had the same outcome if we would of had any other attorney, I highly recommend Nick Chotos and Hanlon Law!

Nick Chotos is an amazing attorney who cares about his clients. He kept me well informed on every step of the way. He did a remarkable job and had my charges dropped. I pray I don't need his services again, but if I ever do he will be the first one I call.

Being an attorney myself, I never expected to be caught up in the criminal system. However, due to overzealous law enforcement I found myself charged with a crime I didn’t commit. I quickly realized that I didn’t understand the system, or any of the procedures. I interviewed several attorneys to assist me with my case, but I ultimately picked Hanlon Law. Will Hanlon asked questions and offered solutions that the other attorneys had not. He looked closely at the individuals and personalities involved in the case, not just at the criminal charges. I felt as though he wanted to understand me and how I had come to be sitting in his office. He took the time to carefully explain the procedure to me, without a sugar coating. I was completely prepared for what might or might not follow. Will and his staff worked hard to procure the best possible outcome for me, keeping me fully informed along the way. The goal was achieved, and charges were dropped. There are a lot of things about this incident that I would like to forget, but I won’t forget the way Hanlon Law worked for me. Thank you!

Professional, dependable, honest and gave awesome results!!!! I can't say enough great things about your office. Your secretary was always understanding and willing to hear my concerns, as well you showing up for me and going above and beyond the job needed to set the Distant Attorney down. You gave me excellent results and I can't thank you enough! I said that no ink would touch my fingers and you came through. Great job🥳 Nick Chotos🥳

Hanlon Law did their job! They are a very trustworthy clearwater criminal defense attorney group that helped my family when we needed it most!! Very responsive, reliable & on point at helping you understand everything. Thank you Will Hanlon & Nick Chotos for all your hard work.

Michael Haworth is a very knowledgeable and responsive attorney. I would highly recommend his professional services. Simply the best by far. !! of Hanlon law firm

There isn’t anyone who wants to need a lawyer. However, in the world we live in today the unexpected occurs and you find legal advice is necessary. The Hanlon Law Firm was there for us on a Sunday. NO answering service deciding if our situation was worth forwarding but, an actual lawyer that helped within minutes. He replaced our anxiety with action and helped calm mounting frustration. Should you find yourself in need of legal support l can tell you that our family received a very positive outcome from our experience with The Hanlon Law Office. Thank You.

Nick chotos , An amazing attorney , It's hard to put your trust in anyone He was very intuitive And understanding, Give me my life , There are many lawyers out there None Like nick , He is a lawyer that's stands above the rest. To anyone that may read this you find yourself in a situation I highly suggest you call Nick chotos Lawyer that cares about his Clients. Sincerely Robert Birch

After meeting with several lawyers, William easily stood out. A top of the line professional and a top of the line lawyer. He will earn every dollar as he is dedicated and fierce when it comes to working for you. Would definitely recommend him to anyone in need.

My daughter was charged with an unjust DUI. Mr. Hanlon was able to successfully get the charge reduced to a minor traffic offense. This was a very stressful time in my daughter’s life and mine as well. Mr. Hanlon helped us get through this. He was fair with his fee and was truly in my daughter’s corner.

Had the opportunity to work with Mike recently. Incredibly kind, informative and extremely quick to respond. He was an absolute pleasure to work with and I highly recommend this firm.

These guys are great! In minutes they were able to tell me I was being scammed. I feel so much better now like a weight lifted off my chest! I will definitely call them again if I need their help!

I am so impressed by the compassion of this lawyer . He worked hard on resolving my issue . My case was in another state then where I was currently living and he made sure I didn’t have to travel to have it resolved. Thanks for handling this and letting me move on with my life !