If you are facing criminal charges, it is imperative to begin building your defense right away. Navigating the criminal justice system can be daunting and complicated, which is why you need a seasoned criminal defense lawyer on your side. At Vanover Law Firm P.A., we understand the challenges you face.
We can provide comprehensive legal support and build a defense strategy that is tailored to your situation. We will assess every aspect of your case, develop a strong defense, and protect your rights at every turn. We recognize the impact criminal charges can have on your life and will work diligently to obtain the most favorable outcome possible.
There’s too much at stake to delay. Call our firm at (850) 999-0006 to see how a criminal defense attorney can help.
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Exceptional law firm, treated with respect and courtesy, quick to respond, compassionate, and professional.
Gary Billow
R"Relatively good experience"
Even through differences and difficult situations I had a relatively good experience with Vanover Law.
Rachel Personal
P"If you want to win, look no further."
Mr. Garrett fought for fairness and justice using factual evidence and leaving no stone unturned.
Paula Todosijevic
M"Understanding and Professional Representation"
Their responsiveness and attention to detail played a role in the best outcome.
Mark Secondi
A"Worked super hard on my case"
So glad I finally found people who believed me.
AnthonyD TheDJ
N"Truly cares about its clients"
This firm truly cares about its clients. They guided me and listened to me from the first meeting.
Nikki and Laurie Roommates disfunctional
T"Thank You for Your Dedication"
I truly appreciate your hard work, expertise, and dedication you've shown throughout this process.
Treymaine L Kerr
L"Extremely Professional and Direct"
They were extremely professional and direct with everything.
Liam Ulrich
F"Mr. Garrett Really Delivered"
Mr. Garrett delivered and helped me navigate the court system. I owe him and his assistant Angela a great deal of thanks.
Frankie Soska
J"Very Professional"
Very professional, kept me informed and communicated in plain English.
Jerome Waddell
C"Outstanding Job on My Case"
Mr. Garrett did an outstanding job on my case.
Charles Morris
M"Highly Recommend Vanover Law Firm"
This was very comforting in the most stressful time of my life.
Marilene
J"Great Representation by Chris Garrett"
Chris Garrett did a great job representing me.
Joseph Dukes
B"A True Nail Biter to the End"
Handled my difficult and frustrating prosecutor.
Brian Buchan
J"Amazing Job on My DUI Case"
Chris Garrett did an amazing job on my DUI case.
Jeff Randall
C"Charges were reduced"
My charges were reduced thanks to the hard work of Chris and Angela at Vanover Law.
Chad Johnson
E"A wonderful experience"
They answered all my questions and explained everything as it progressed.
Erika Marr
j"Excellent DUI Defense"
Attorney Chris Garrett did an excellent job representing me for my DUI charge.
jack whelchel
C"Wonderful service"
Great people, wonderful service. Helped me out in a stressful time.
Caleb Judd
j"Exceptional Job by Mr. Garrett"
Mr. Garrett did an exceptional job for me. Office staff is super helpful and patient with questions.
joshua beckman
C"Excellent Customer Service"
The customer service was excellent with an open, friendly line of communication.
Christi Williams
C"Dropped DUI to Reckless Driving"
They truly looked out for my best interest.
Cameron Ellsworth
C"Helpful and Professional"
Mr. Garrett and Angela were so helpful. They answered any question I had in a timely manner and very professionally.
Caitlin Frizzell
N"Chris Garrett and his staff were awesome"
Chris Garrett and his staff were awesome. Never condescending and took the time to actually listen to me.
Nicholas Mayes
J"Professional and Efficient Service"
Mr. Garrett and his staff were very professional and efficient, quick to respond to any questions and explain everything.
Jill Ribaudo
D"Competency and Efficiency"
I never doubted that I was in good hands.
Demetrius Bacon
S"Very blessed to have her assistance"
Very blessed to have her working and assistance here.
S
E"A Breeze for Legal Matters"
The Vanover Law Firm made dealing with my legal matters in Florida a breeze.
Elizabeth Tamez
F"BEST suggestion ever"
They TRULY care, they are there for you in every way each step of the way.
Faye
D"Competency and Efficiency"
I cannot express enough the competency and efficiency of Mr. Garrett and his team.
Danielle Marsh
Exceptional Law Firm
Exceptional Law Firm. I was treated with respect and courtesy. Gave me peace of mind that I was in good hands. They were quick to respond, compassionate, and professional. I would definitely recommend them to everyone. I truly appreciate the hard work, dedication, and outcome of my case. Gary B.
Gary Billow
Relatively good experience
Have never had to hire an attorney in FL before as I rely on my TX law firms, but even through some differences and difficult situations, I had a relatively good experience with Vanover Law.
Rachel Personal
If you want to win, look no further.
TOP NOTCH law firm. I was treated with respect and dignity. Mr. Garrett is the hardest working, most diligent lawyer in this area. His staff members are quick responders, extremely professional, and very compassionate. Everyone was dedicated to making my case run smoothly. Mr. Garrett fought for fairness and justice using factual evidence and leaving no stone unturned. IF YOU WANT TO WIN then look no further. My special thanks to Angela. Mr. Garrett found gold when he paired up with you. I can only say good things about Vanover law firm and I will recommend them to everyone. Thank you again I'm so glad I found you!
Paula Todosijevic
Understanding and Professional Representation
I would like to thank Chris, Angela, and all those at Vanover Law for representing me in an understanding and professional manner. Their responsiveness and attention to detail, I’m sure, played a role in the best expected outcome. I'm truly appreciative of your work on this matter. Thanks to all, Mark
Mark Secondi
Worked super hard on my case
Angella and team have worked super hard to try to get my case straightened out after years of the state of Florida neglecting me and my situation. So glad I finally found people who believed me and were willing to work hard to help me. I wish more people made life easier like this.
AnthonyD TheDJ
Truly cares about its clients
This firm truly cares about its clients. They guided me and listened to me from the first meeting. I would recommend them to anyone needing sound advice and a kind heart. Thank you, Angela and Mr. Garrett, as well as everyone else in the office. You are wonderful!
Nikki and Laurie Roommates disfunctional
Thank You for Your Dedication
Thank you for your dedication and support. I wanted to take a moment to extend my heartfelt thanks to you and your team for taking on my case. I truly appreciate your hard work, expertise, and dedication you've shown throughout this process. Thank you again for your invaluable support. Mr. Garrett and Ms. Angela were great.
Treymaine L Kerr
Extremely Professional and Direct
I had to utilize Vanover Law Firm for a case recently. They were extremely professional and direct with everything.
Liam Ulrich
Mr. Garrett Really Delivered
I wasn’t sure what exactly to expect when I hired Vanover Law Firm to handle my case, but I have to admit Mr. Garrett really delivered and helped me navigate the court system. Mr. Garrett’s results were more than I could have hoped for, and I owe him and his assistant Angela a great deal of thanks. Thank you so much Mr. Garrett and Angela for being amazing!
Frankie Soska
Very Professional
Very professional, kept me informed and communicated to me in plain English, not a lot of legal gibberish I would not understand, and being out of state, it was good to know that I was in good hands having them handle the case for me. Thanks.
Jerome Waddell
Outstanding Job on My Case
Mr. Garrett did an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend using Vanover Law Firm to anyone in need of a good attorney. Vanover staff have always been extremely helpful and knowledgeable as well as very competent.
Charles Morris
Highly Recommend Vanover Law Firm
I highly recommend Vanover Law Firm. Attorney Chris Garrett kindly listened to everything in our initial conversation and laid out a plan of how to handle my case. This was very comforting in the most stressful time of my life. And he was able to execute that plan as originally explained to get a better result than I imagined. The entire staff of the Vanover Law Firm was so patient, kind and professional with any question or concern I had. I’m so very grateful!
Marilene
Great Representation by Chris Garrett
Chris Garrett did a great job representing me in my drug offense case. I was facing 3 years in prison. It took a good bit of time, but he got it handled, and I’m not in jail. He and Angela were great. Thanks Vanover Law Firm.
Joseph Dukes
A True Nail Biter to the End
It was a true nail biter to the end, but my lawyer Chris Garrett, Angela, and the rest of the staff were great. Chris handled my difficult and frustrating prosecutor to the end like the true professional that he is. It was stressful for sure, but all worked out over 13 months later. I am forever grateful for Vanover Law Firm and hopefully never need them again except to make my case disappear even more than it already has thanks to them.
Brian Buchan
Amazing Job on My DUI Case
Mr. Garrett did an amazing job on my DUI case. My first and only time being arrested, so to have a whole team guide me through the process with options, understanding, and kindness really helped me get through this. I am very pleased with the outcome, and they have included any help I might need during probation at no cost. Their payment plan was very fair, and when it got tight, they gladly let me readjust as long as I was honest. Thank you all very much and especially Angela. You truly helped me hold my life together, and I will recommend you to anyone in need. Sincerely, Jeff Randall.
Jeff Randall
Charges were reduced
During a recent trip to Florida, I found myself in a tough legal situation. Being an out-of-state resident, I was in a complicated spot. Luckily I called Vanover Law and worked with Chris Garrett and Angela. Both of them were great, and they kept me informed throughout the process. In the end, my charges were reduced (a big win) thanks to the hard work of Chris and Angela at Vanover Law. I highly recommend them.
Chad Johnson
A wonderful experience
A wonderful experience through and through. They answered all my questions and explained everything as it progressed. Definitely a law firm you can trust.
Erika Marr
Excellent DUI Defense
Attorney Chris Garrett did an excellent job representing me for my DUI charge. He left no stone unturned and got me the result I wanted. Angela and Eva, the office staff, were courteous and diligent. While I do not want to go through the legal system again here in Florida, or anywhere else mind you, I will not hesitate to retain him in the future. If you need competent legal representation I strongly urge you to use the Vanover Law Firm.
jack whelchel
Wonderful service
Great people, wonderful service. Helped me out in a stressful time.
Caleb Judd
Exceptional Job by Mr. Garrett
Mr. Garrett did an exceptional job for me. Office staff is super helpful and patient with questions. Promptly reply to emails and phone calls. I would highly recommend.
joshua beckman
Excellent Customer Service
The customer service was excellent with an open, friendly line of communication at all stages. I highly recommend Vanover to assist you with any legal matters.
Christi Williams
Dropped DUI to Reckless Driving
They dropped my case from a DUI to reckless driving !!! & I couldn’t ask for more. This was my first time needing to hire a lawyer. I was arrested for a DUI & heard great things, through word of mouth about Chris Garrett. After having a few consultations with different lawyers, I decided to go with Mr. Garrett. Angela (lead secretary) is the sweetest & always a treat to speak with. If I ever felt the need, Mr. Garrett was very accessible. But they handled everything & I was only required to show up to court once to accept the plea for reckless driving. As their client, they truly looked out for my best interest. Thank so much to the whole staff ! 10 stars 🙌😁
Cameron Ellsworth
Helpful and Professional
Mr. Garrett and Angela were so helpful during my case. They answered any question I had in a timely manner and very professionally. Hopefully, I will never need your services again, but if I ever do, they will be whom I use.
Caitlin Frizzell
Chris Garrett and his staff were awesome
Chris Garrett and his staff were awesome. Never condescending and took the time to actually listen to me instead of gunning for the first available plea. I hope I never need him again. But if I do, he will be the first person I call. He's polite, professional, and understands sometimes the best way to prove the client isn't a degenerate is to have them represent themselves when appropriate. Horrible problem I had. But a fantastic experience with Mr. Garrett.
Nicholas Mayes
Professional and Efficient Service
Mr. Garrett and his staff were very professional and efficient. They were quick to respond to any questions we had and took the time to explain everything that was going on.
Jill Ribaudo
Competency and Efficiency
Going through my first ever charge for driving with a suspended license this summer was scary, embarrassing, and overwhelming. This was my first time ever going through something like this, so I was scared at first, but I sought help from Mr. Garrett, who was very diligent, sympathetic, and professional. I am extremely grateful for the help I received. He was honest with me, always reassuring, and I never doubted that I was in good hands. I highly recommend it, if you are ever unfortunate to find yourself in the same predicament that I was, to put your trust in him. I cannot express enough the competency and efficiency of Mr. Garrett and his team. This is the law firm to turn to if you are in hopes of finding the best representation. Thank you to Mr. Garrett and Mrs. Angela for all that you did for me and my case! I truly can't thank you enough.
Demetrius Bacon
Very blessed to have her assistance
Mrs. Angela was very helpful and the only one I reached out to for months to get a revocation taken care of. Other attorneys' offices and FLHSMV, the FLHSMV B.A.R. had me going all over the place, and with the information she gave me after hearing the situation, it took a simple email! Very blessed to have her working and assistance here. She didn't tell me they wouldn't take care of me, just gave proper instruction, and if it didn't work, they wanted me to come back! I'm very grateful to hear and this office for helping me resolve the issue, not wasting time and money, as it was more administrative than anything else but was seeking attorneys due to the obstacles I kept running into even after sending the same paperwork to other parts of the same FLHSMV! Thank you again! I wouldn't hesitate to hire this firm or recommend them based on these facts alone.
S
A Breeze for Legal Matters
I had the honor of being represented by Mr. Garrett and I had the pleasure of communicating with Angela. The Vanover Law Firm made the process of dealing with my legal matters in Florida a breeze. Living out of state, I worried there would be communication issues but never once did I feel uninformed. -E. Pachicano
Elizabeth Tamez
BEST suggestion ever
This was my first time ever using an attorney. The firm came to me as a suggestion—BEST suggestion ever. They TRULY care, they are there for you in every way each step of the way, explain everything to you and make sure you understand it all. No judgment towards you; they talk to you, not at you. If you choose them, you won’t be disappointed.
Faye
Competency and Efficiency
Going through a DUI charge was scary, embarrassing, and overwhelming. I sought help from Mr. Garrett, who was very diligent, sympathetic, and professional. I am extremely grateful for the help I received. He was honest with me, always reassuring, and I never doubted that I was in good hands. I highly recommend it, if you are ever unfortunate to find yourself in the same predicament that I was, to put your trust in him. I cannot express enough the competency and efficiency of Mr. Garrett and his team. This is the law firm to turn to if you are in hopes of finding the best representation. Thank you to Mr. Garrett, Angela, and Eva for all that you did for me and my case!
Case DismissedBattery Causing Bodily Harm | Walton County
Reduced to Reckless BoatingBUI | Okaloosa County
Reduced to Reckless BoatingBUI | Okaloosa County
Case DismissedBurglary of Dwelling with Assault or Battery | Okaloosa County
Why Choose Vanover Law Firm P.A.
At Vanover Law Firm, based in Fort Walton Beach, we offer comprehensive legal services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our team is committed to providing transparent and client-focused representation, ensuring clarity and support throughout your legal journey.
Why Choose Us:
Transparent flat fee pricing and flexible payment plans
Experienced DUI defense led by senior attorney Chris Garrett
Specialized elder law services, including estate planning
Proactive advocacy with a focus on strategic solutions
Representation in court, easing out-of-state or busy clients' burdens
Proven track record with favorable outcomes
Comprehensive Legal Support
We manage court appearances, beneficial for busy clients.
Affordable Flat Fee Representation
Transparent pricing with options for payment plans available.
Expert DUI Defense Strategies
Chris Garrett excels in DUI dismissals and license protection.
Client-Focused Legal Advocacy
Proactive solutions and personalized representation for all needs.
Meet the Experts at Vanover Law Firm P.A.
At Vanover Law Firm P.A., located in Fort Walton Beach, our experienced attorneys deliver comprehensive legal services with dedication and clarity. Specializing in DUI defense and elder law, we strive to offer transparent, flat fee pricing with flexible payment options, ensuring legal solutions are accessible and affordable. Under the expert guidance of senior attorney Chris Garrett, we manage DUI defense cases effectively, while providing proactive estate planning to protect assets from potential liabilities. Our commitment to attending court on behalf of clients, particularly those out-of-state, underscores our client-focused approach. Trust us to navigate the legal intricacies with precision and care.
Criminal defense is the legal representation provided to individuals or entities charged with criminal conduct. It involves protecting the rights of the accused, negotiating plea deals, and providing guidance through the legal system. Our goal is to ensure the best possible outcome for the client.
How are your fees structured?
Our fees are based on the complexity of the case and the anticipated time commitment. We offer transparent pricing and will discuss all fees during the initial consultation. Payment plans may be available depending on your situation. Our priority is to provide affordable and effective defense services.
What types of cases do you handle?
We handle a wide range of criminal cases, including DUI, drug offenses, assault, theft, white-collar crimes, and more. Our team has experience in both misdemeanor and felony cases, providing tailored defense strategies for each unique situation.
What happens during a criminal trial?
During a criminal trial, both the prosecution and the defense present evidence and arguments. It involves jury selection, opening statements, witness testimonies, cross-examinations, closing arguments, and jury deliberation. The verdict is delivered based on the evidence presented. Our team will guide you through every step of the process.
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