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About Our Firm
Aggressively Defending Individuals In Polk County For Nearly 30 Years
At The Law Firm of Gil Colón, Jr. We provide comprehensive representation for a broad range of
felony and misdemeanor criminal charges in Florida.
Additionally, we have a deep understanding of family law and injunctions.
We know that every client’s case is different. Attorney Colón focuses on working closely with you to gain an in-depth understanding of your unique situation.
By thoroughly analyzing your case, we are able to identify how best to proceed on your behalf.
No matter how complex or serious your legal issues are,
we will provide you with a strong defense and pursue an outcome that
reflects your best interests.
Our Team
With more than 60 years of experience serving clients nationwide, our team is dedicated to helping our clients and our community.
Maribel Andino
Maribel is originally from Puerto Rico but has lived in Florida for over 16 years and has been our firm’s Bookkeeper since her arrival to Florida. She enjoys skating and baking in her spare time
Valerie Whidden
Valerie Whidden, from Lebanon, Pennsylvania. Has been with the firm for 11 years.
Natalie Escamilla
Natalie Escamilla, from LA, California. Has been with the firm for 8 years.
Alexandra Salinas
Alexandra is the newest member of our firm since 2022. She is the Family Law Legal Assistant and enjoys going on walks in her spare time.
Our Mission
Legal Representation Personalized For Your Needs
Attorney Gil Colón, Jr., is a lawyer who has been aggressively defending individuals from state and federal criminal charges for nearly 35 years. With more than 10,000 cases of legal experience, he has a depth of understanding of state and federal crimes that few attorneys can match. He knows how best to proceed when working with you to secure a positive outcome to your case.
Prior to practicing law, he was a First Lieutenant in the United States Army Reserve, Armor Division. He is an active member of the legal community, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Our firm focuses on creating an experience tailored to fit the needs of our clients. We provide honest, straightforward, and compassionate criminal defense counsel. We will always be forthright with you about the possible outcome of your case, allowing you to make an informed decision about your case.
Our team will answer questions and address any concerns about your case by phone or email as soon as we can. We will always do whatever is necessary to pursue an outcome that advances your best interest.
We are committed to ensuring our legal services are accessible to you. We will work with you to establish a payment plan that fits within your budget.
Let Our Attorney Protect Your Rights
Our Bartow office is conveniently located two blocks from the Polk County Courthouse. If you cannot come to Bartow, we have additional offices in Lakeland or Haines City. We will also travel to meet with clients who are facing serious federal criminal charges.
Free Evaluation
Take the next step and contact our firm to learn how we can assist you. We will always act with your best interests in mind to help you move beyond your legal issues in a positive manner.
We offer reasonable fees, establish payment plans for our criminal defense clients, and accept all major credit cards to help ensure premiere legal counsel can fit within your budget.
Our primary office in Bartow is conveniently located two blocks from the Polk County Courthouse.
We also have a satellite office in Lakeland to better serve you.
Schedule an appointment today to discuss your case with Attorney Colón at 863-880-1695.