Mr. Patrick Nelson Leduc

Mr. Patrick Nelson Leduc

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4.6(84 reviews)

  • Law Offices of Patrick Leduc, P.A. - 4809 Busch Blvid Suite 204, 4809 Busch Blvi...
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Criminal Law, Military Law, Immigration Law, Family Law

About:

I am an accomplished military, criminal and civil trial attorney with a strong background in criminal, military, civil law, and criminal appellate work, having litigated in hundreds of jury trials in both State and Federal Courts. I have a proven ability to negotiate resolutions to complex issues. Member of the Florida Bar since 1992. I am former Assistant Felony Public Defender for Hillsborough County, where I handled all levels of criminal cases to include life felonies. I have tried over 100 criminal jury trials, involving a variety of criminal allegations, to include allegations from felony murder to armed trafficking in illegal narcotics to vehicular manslaugther, in both state, military and federal courts. I am also a Colonel, U.S. Army and serve as the Staff Judge Advocate, U.S. Army Reserve Element, United States Central Command, Mac Dill AFB, Florida. Before that, I was the Commander for the 154th Legal Support Organization, Trial Defense Service. In that capacity, I supervise and manage the activities of 162 subordinate Judge Advocate’s located throughout the Eastern United States and Europe. I am an experienced military litigator, trying 100 courts-martial and litigated over 130 appellate cases at the Army Court Criminal Appeals and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces; represented the Department of Defense in Federal Labor Relations cases in both Federal Court and before Administrative Law Judges under both the MSPB and the EEOC. Operation Iraqi Freedom combat veteran. Member and/or license to practice before: - United States Supreme Court - Supreme Court of Florida - United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces - United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit - United States Army Court of Criminal Appeals - United States Court of Federal Claims - United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Jurisdiction:Florida, 11th Circuit, Federal Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court, United States Army Court of Criminal Appeals, United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, United States Court of Federal Claims, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

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.

Military Law

Advises service members and spouses on UCMJ offenses, FAP, command protective orders, base housing, benefits, and jurisdiction issues when abuse occurs on or off base.

Immigration Law

Pursues VAWA, U visas, T visas, asylum, and work authorization, separating relief from abusers and protecting survivors from immigration-based threats or control.

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.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

Master's in Strategic Studies
United States Army War College
2011

Awards

Meritorious Service Medal
United States Army
1995
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
United States Army
2003
Army Commendation Medal
United States Army
2004
Army Commendation Medal
United States Army
1998
Meritorious Service Medal
United States Army
2011
Good Conduct Medal
United States Army
1992
Clayton B. Burton Award of Excellence
The Florida Bar
2000
Army Achievement Medal
United States Army
1994
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
United States Army
2006
Meritorious Service Medal
United States Army
2001
Meritorious Service Medal
United States Army
2007
Army Reserves Commendation Medal
United States Army
1992
Top 100 Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2014
Iraqi Campaign Medal
United States Army
2007
Meritorious Service Medal
United States Army
2013

Associations

member
Hillsborough County Bar Association
2003 - Present
State Referee-Emeritus
United States Soccer Federation-FYSA
1982 - Present
Member
Idlewild Baptist Church
1992 - Present
Associate Member
Citizen's Advisory Council to the Hillsborough County Metropolitian Planning Organization
2004 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Stacy Tibbetts

"Patrick was hired to represent my son, who had fallen into hard drugs and made some very unfortunate choices. This man went above and beyond to get the best possible outcome for my son. I can’t recommend him enough. He did such an amazing job, despite all the challenges thrown at him throughout."

RATED 5.0

May 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Zakeria Pierce

"I absolutely LOVE him !! Need somebody to pray he's your guy , or need to be free from jail he's also your guy with such a sense of humor and willing to work with you he's the only one gave us a chance and fought !! Not a day he dont keep you aware about what's going on or willing to work work you HIGHLY recommend!!! You wont regret trusting him ."

RATED 5.0

Feb 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Justin Ray

"The best lawyer around he literally saved my life and my family. I could never repay him for his services. Worth every dollar!"

RATED 5.0

Sep 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Richard Cottrell

"Thank you patrick for helping me with a legal matter! You’re the best and forever my hero! You will be my inspirational mentor for life! If you have a legal matter look no further he will fight for you and he is very professional! He keeps in touch with you and explains everything in detail and in a way that makes you understand what’s going on with your case. If your looking for an aggressive sincere and compassionate attorney, Patrick is the one you want on your side.Thanks again Patrick and god bless you!"

RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2024Googlevia Google

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