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Good luck and Godspeed to everyone sitting the Bar this week. Your labors are nearly complete.

#lawsky #barexam
July 29, 2025 at 11:28 PM
If you're a Momma Duck that was arrested after ruffling some feathers defending your chicks, remember: keep your beak shut until you've talked to your lawyer. 🦆 🙊 🚓

#MallardMiranda #Fifth #StPeterburg #Duck #CriminalDefense #Showalterlaw #Lawskies

www.wfla.com/news/pinella...
July 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
When your weekend plans go way off course... ⛵🍸 💥🚢

Not every collision is criminal, but if your joyride ends in a historic aircraft carrier, it's time to call a lawyer.

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#CriminalDefense #FloridamanEnergy #ShowalterLaw #LegalHumor #DUI #BUI #Lawskies
Hit-And-Run Boater Who Crashed Into Midway Aircraft Carrier Arrested For Boating Under The Influence - Jalopnik
The Midway's dignified retirement was recently interrupted when a 65-foot motor boat banged into the warship.
www.jalopnik.com
July 26, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Today we morn the passing of Roy Black, who passed away at age 80. One of the most respected criminal defense attorneys of our time, his work set the standard for excellence in advocacy.

May the Defense always rest in peace.

#RoyBlack #LitigatorLegend #Lawskies #FloridaBar
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Prominent Miami defense attorney Roy Black dies, represented William Kennedy Smith in rape trial
Prominent Miami defense lawyer Roy Black has died at the age of 80. Black was best known for winning an acquittal in the 1991 William Kennedy Smith rape trial.
apnews.com
July 23, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Florida man on lawn mower, are you ready to play Will...It...DUI?! ⚖️ 🚗 🍸

#Floridaman #DUI #ShowalterLaw

www.fox13news.com/news/florida...
Florida man arrested for DUI on lawn mower along toll road: FHP
A man faces charges after troopers say he took his riding mower onto a busy toll road while impaired.
www.fox13news.com
July 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
I am so excited for Lawyer Lunch 🍽️ ⚖️

Behind every great advocate is a community of peers. Breaking bread together connects us, sharpens our skills, expands our perspectives, and reminds us we’re not in this alone.

#LegalCommunity #ProfessionalGrowth #LawyerLife #StrongerTogether #ShowalterLaw
July 14, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Our client faced a VOP for legally using marijuana before probation started. He was looking at a no bond warrant and jail time. We acted fast and got the violation dismissed, without spending a night in jail.

Proactive defense makes all the difference. 💼⚖️
#VOPDismissed #ShowalterLaw #Lawskies
But I Haven’t Been Arrested Yet! Why You Should Hire a Lawyer as Soon as Possible, Even Before an Arrest - Showalter Law
When people think about hiring a lawyer, they often assume it’s only necessary after an arrest. In reality, hire a lawyer before an arrest you're charged, or even questioned, can make a significant…
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July 10, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Happy Pride from all of us at Showalter Law.

#lawskies
Standing with Pride and for Justice - Showalter Law
Showalter Law stands for LGBTQIA+ legal rights. This Pride Month, we honor the past and fight for justice, equality, and freedom—every day.
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June 10, 2025 at 9:14 PM
I’ll set aside whether these grieving parents should be charged at all. The ASA that asked for $1,500,000 money bond and the judge the set should be ashamed of themselves. There’s no world that’s appropriate on anything close to the facts outlined in the story.

#lawsky
Parents are charged after their son, 7, is struck dead in a car accident
Gastonia, N.C., police charged the parents with involuntary manslaughter charges after allowing the victim and his brother to walk home alone from a nearby grocery store.
www.nbcnews.com
June 6, 2025 at 4:08 PM
This is your free reminder that the police know it’s Memorial Day weekend too. The DUI wolf packs will be out in force.

Unlike the reminder, if you do pick up a DUI, hiring a lawyer will not be free.

#lawsky #memorialday #DUI
a group of men are standing in a hallway and the word wolf pack is on the bottom right
ALT: a group of men are standing in a hallway and the word wolf pack is on the bottom right
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May 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Had the privilege of getting to tell a client their arson charge was dismissed tonight.

This result was possible because the client hired us early and worked with us from day one to build strong mitigation. Early action and preparation make all the difference. #CriminalDefense #CaseDismissed
But I Haven’t Been Arrested Yet! Why You Should Hire a Lawyer as Soon as Possible, Even Before an Arrest - Showalter Law
When people think about hiring a lawyer, they often assume it’s only necessary after an arrest. In reality, hire a lawyer before an arrest you're charged, or even questioned, can make a significant di...
www.showalterdefense.com
May 10, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Rest in peace with the thanks of a grateful nation.
David Souter, former GOP Supreme Court justice who often sided with liberals, dies
An intensely private man, former Supreme Court Justice David Souter often sided with liberals despite being nominated by a Republican president.
www.yahoo.com
May 9, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Yesterday US district court judge Kathleen Williams issued an injunction stopping the enforcement of Florida’s TRUMP act. The Florida Attorney general then issued a memo directing law enforcement to ignore the courts order. This is not normal.
Illegal Reentry and Its Serious Consequences - Showalter Law
In 2024, Florida passed the TRUMP Act aimed at addressing unauthorized immigration by criminalizing the illegal reentry of certain non-citizens. This was codified in part as Florida Statute 811.103, w...
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April 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
What are you doing AZ?! There’s no way you can let non-attorneys own a law firm and safeguard against their judgement overriding the attorney’s!

Arizona Bar #lawsky
Arizona hits new milestone under loosened law firm ownership rules
Arizona's program that allows people who are not lawyers to co-own law firms now has more than 100 approved businesses, as other states weigh similar legal practice rule changes.
www.reuters.com
April 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
February 7, 2025 at 12:48 AM
“I did it! I got out of jury duty!”
“What did it cost you, your honor?”
“…everything”

#lawsky
Judge resigns after saying he can't be on a jury since he thinks all defendants are guilty
Richard T. Snyder, who was elected as a New York judge and an attorney, was charged with misconduct before he left his post.
www.cbsnews.com
February 6, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A joint memo from the FL Speaker of the House and President of the Senate, regarding the legislation in front of the special session to create a MANDATORY death penalty for undocumented defendants convicted of any Capital (including non-homicides) crimes.

SMH
January 29, 2025 at 9:20 PM
I’m proud to announce the launch of ShowalterLaw’s new website.

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January 29, 2025 at 2:27 PM
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.“ - from the Rev. Dr. King’s Letter from Birmingham Jail.
Letter from a Birmingham Jail [King, Jr.]
www.africa.upenn.edu
January 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM
There was break in at the office last night. The pile of Christmas cookies that were left on the table was the only thing missing.

When I asked my junior associate why he found lying in bed of cookie crumbs with icing on his fur he pled the fifth.

Good LawDog

LawSky DogSky
December 26, 2024 at 6:11 PM
“The police state needs access to your data. Wait not THAT police state!” - FBI
FBI warns Americans to keep their text messages secure: What to know
The U.S. believes hackers affiliated with China's government are infiltrating telecoms and stealing users' data. The FBI has urged people to use end-to-end encryption to keep their info safe.
www.npr.org
December 22, 2024 at 1:21 PM
Nothing quite like telling an incarcerated mother she’ll be home with her kids for Christmas.

#LawSky
a greeting card that says happy holidays
Alt: a greeting card that says happy holidays
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December 19, 2024 at 5:08 PM
They do and they can be pretty hilarious. #LawSky
December 17, 2024 at 2:45 PM
Lawyering be like:

Sir I know you’re in a close hold single cell, you’re naked, and the only thing you have to cover yourself is a napkin. I’m also very aware that I’m squatting at junk level to talk to you through a food slot, but I’m going to need you to focus on what I’m telling you.
Lawyering be like:

Ma’am I certainly understand that reasonable people can disagree with whether you are competent to take care of yourself but how about we get off the lawn and get you some pants while we chat?
December 10, 2024 at 3:21 PM