Lee Meadows, Criminal Defense Attorney in Tallahassee, Florida
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
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Tallahassee, FL
Practicing criminal defense in Tallahassee since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lee Meadows is a member based in Tallahassee, FL. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury. Lee has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lee Meadows. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Tallahassee, FL
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury matters from Tallahassee, FL.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Lee Meadows: Lee Meadows is a member based in Tallahassee, FL. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury. Lee has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lee Meadows. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lee Meadows
Lee concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Defense cases in Tallahassee, Florida
Lee takes criminal defense matters in Tallahassee, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Tallahassee, Florida
Lee takes dui/dwi matters in Tallahassee, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Tallahassee, Florida
Lee takes personal injury matters in Tallahassee, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lee Meadows — Over 45 years of Florida criminal defense experience
Lee Meadows is a member based in Tallahassee, FL. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury. Lee has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lee Meadows. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Mr. Lee Meadows is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law, driving while intoxicated law. Lee received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years. Lee practices at Lee Meadows in Tallahassee, FL.
How Lee handles criminal defense matters
Mr. Lee Meadows is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law, driving while intoxicated law. Lee received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years. Lee practices at Lee Meadows in Tallahassee, FL.
The kind of cases Lee takes
Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dui/dwi, and personal injury matters in Tallahassee and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Lee Meadows's legal education and bar admissions
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
J.D. · 1979
Florida State University
B.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Lee's state bar admissions
Florida
1981 · ACTIVE
Lee studied at J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and B.S. in Florida State University.
Law school and academic background
Lee completed J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and B.S. in Florida State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lee runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Lee Meadows
Lee has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Lee's professional memberships and bar associations
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
membership
Locations
Lee Meadows's office in Tallahassee
Lee's primary office is at 403 N. Calhoun St., Tallahassee, FL, 32301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Lee Meadows — 4.4/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Lee. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Tallahassee.
4.4
3 client reviews
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How to hire Lee Meadows — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Tallahassee, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lee
Lee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lee Meadows
How much does it cost to hire Lee for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lee offer a free consultation?
Lee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Lee's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Florida typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lee take my case if I'm outside Tallahassee?
Lee is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lee will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lee?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lee accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Lee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Tallahassee, Miami and Tampa in Florida
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- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
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- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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