Defend Ocala

Defend Ocala

Google Rating

4.7(25 reviews)

  • 233 NE 58th Ave Ste 101 Unit D, Ocala, FL 34470, USA
  • (352) 607-8548
  • No email available
Criminal Law, Family Law, Victims’ Rights

About:

Attorney Brett Kocijan is a skilled attorney working in DUI, criminal defense, and family law. He’s defended clients successfully since 2001, starting his practice in 2008. His clients have successfully reduced or eliminated penalties for their charges for crimes such as fraud, theft/burglary, domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI defense, and a range of other felony offenses. Visit DefendOcala.com if you have needs in Marion or Lake Counties. Attorney Jeffrey Higgins believes everyone deserves a strong defense, no matter the size of their case. He’s defended clients successfully since 1998 against charges ranging from traffic tickets to felony offenses, including assault and battery, drug trafficking, and attempted kidnapping. His dedication to providing a vigorous yet affordable defense has reduced or eliminated penalties for many of his clients. Visit DefendOcala.com if you have needs in Marion or Lake Counties.

Jurisdiction:Gainesville

Practice Area

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Victims’ Rights

Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
Stetson University College of Law
B.S.
University of Wyoming

Associations

Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Present
Member
The Florida Bar
- Present
Marion County Bar Association
- Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Aug 3, 2025Googlevia Google

Jacob Carmack

"Great communication, comes to the court room ready and prepared for any situation that occurs. Highly recommend for Marion county residents that have any legal situations."

RATED 3.0

Jul 20, 2025Googlevia Google

J A

"So far so good. Will update after trial."

RATED 5.0

Jun 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Beth Spalding

"When I say you should go with the best attorney ever, Jeff is it! I have never seen a better attorney! I've never seen an attorney work so aggressively and so helpful. Jeff you really ARE the best! I will ALWAYS come to You and yours if ever needed again! I'll tell everyone about your firm! 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

RATED 5.0

May 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Janice Stevens

"Mr Jeff.... you are an awesome attorney defense attorney.. thanks for everything"

RATED 1.0

Feb 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Mental health Life

"It was all good at first when speaking with them an they made me feel secure ,but now it’s a blame game ..when you call an speak to everyone but your lawyer an they take your number down but somehow lose it than tell you it’s your fault but have your email lol …an Ive still been dealing with my case which they’ve been paid in full as ask …an on top of that I don’t even know what’s going on with my case an I call to speak with my lawyer an I’m rudely treated like a crimal an daughter about I’m the reason they can’t call me but again have my email than the assistant tells me I should’ve show up for court but I thought we pay our lawyer to go to court for us .. assistant an the lady who answers the phone are both rude and have given me the worst experience of hiring a lawyer my first time in life I think I choose a public defender before a lawyer at least they show up an keep you updated on your case I’ve ask for for copies of my case to be emailed or mail never was sent just all around hurting experience of thinking they would help an I haven’t gotten any ..they went to court supposedly 4days ago for me but have the nerve to respond quickly to negative comments about the law firm when it’s public smh this is crazy work an than expose all of the people business for the world to see but we are suppose to feel safe within you guys GOD I PRAY YOU BLESSED THESE PEOPLE WITH PEACE AN HARMONY because it’s no way this is the way you treat people who pay you hard earn money to protect them if they are innocent"