Thomas Shawn Lupella
Google Rating
4.9(115 reviews)
- 2110 Lewis Turner Blvd. Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
- +1-850-362-6655
- No email available
About:
I have been practicing for over 10 years and over 5000 court cases, ranging from DUIs and Domestic Violence charges–to the most serious and complex felony cases. I have had many jury trials and have represented those charged with capital offenses. I attended law school at the University of North Dakota. While there I focused on trial advocacy and litigation and worked some excellent attorneys at Zimney, Foster, P.C. I worked in the areas of Insurance Defense, Commercial Law, and Federal Criminal Law. After moving to Florida with my family, I started working as a prosecutor for child abuse and neglect cases with the Florida Department of Children and Families. The next logical step was to move away from the prosecution side to the defense so I rounded out my experience by working as an Assistant Public Defender in Okaloosa County. Since then I have handled all types of cases in private practice, and in the process, have honed my skills as a technical and proficient criminal defense practitioner. And while some criminal attorneys focus only on the bare facts and elements of a case, I have found it essential to have a command of criminal procedure process and the methodological aspects of that representation, in order to be a successful criminal defense attorney. In addition, I have practiced law in front of every Judge in the area and I have also learned how the State’s Attorney Offices operates and how to negotiate with prosecutors. I offer my services to clients with the hope to bring them an aggressive defense while protecting them against powerful forces. I have learned to strike the right balance of smart, tactical, strategic aggressiveness in order to keep my clients out of harm’s way while seeking the best possible outcome for each and every client’s case.
Jurisdiction:Florida, Federal Circuit
Practice Area
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.
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.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
Associations
Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
claudia copeland
"Recently my son was arrested in Georgia on a 10-yr old outstanding probation violation warrant from Florida. He has no friends or relatives in Florida so he needed a lawyer. We chose Shawn.Lupella randomly from internet ads for legal representation. in the Okaloosa area. He was a great choice. After a jail interview with my son, I spoke with Shawn by phone. He told me what I could do to help. He was very specific; he told me what documents he needed and explained why. I sent bank statements, tax returns, proof of residence and employment and character letters. I assume he built a good story for my son as the outcome was resolution at the court hearing. After two months of incarceration, my son is back in Georgia, back at work and back at life. I also appreciated his staff. They helped me send them documents, access his bank account to send them his legal bill, his past probation fees, and court costs. In addition my son no longer has a ten year warrant hanging over his head. This grateful mother highly recommend Shawn Lupella to anyone who needs legal help."
RATED 5.0
Aug 3, 2025via Google
sophia talbott
"Mr. Lupella and his team deliver top-tier legal support with professionalism, precision, and care that truly stands out."
RATED 5.0
Jul 27, 2025via Google
Evan Wise
"Mr. Lupella is the best criminal defense attorney you could ask for—professional, experienced, and fiercely dedicated to his clients. His expertise and quick action make a stressful situation feel manageable and in the right hands."
RATED 5.0
Jul 27, 2025via Google
Rita Slagle
"I haven’t had the chance to work with this firm personally, but I’ve consistently heard excellent things about their professionalism and results. People I trust have spoken highly of Shawn Lupella’s dedication and how he truly goes the extra mile for his clients. If I ever need legal help, this is the first place I’m calling!"
RATED 5.0
Jul 27, 2025via Google
Jennifer Dickerson
"While I haven’t needed their services myself, this firm comes highly recommended by several people I know. Mr. Lupella’s reputation is known for being reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely client focused stands out in the community. That kind of consistent praise says a lot."
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