Robert O. Bauer Jr. - Clearwater, FL
Attorney at Bauer Crider Kindel & Parry
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Clearwater, FL
1550 South Highland Avenue Suite C Clearwater, FL 33756
Clearwater Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 02/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
Attorney Information
Overview
Currently Retired as of 2025
Rob started his legal career as an Assistant State Attorney in Pinellas and Pasco County, Florida, in January 1973. In 1975 he formed his own firm specializing in Criminal Defense exclusively. He became Board Certified in Criminal Trial practice in 1990. Since 1975 he has successfully represented hundreds of citizens charged with crimes ranging from homicide to misdemeanor offenses. He has served as a member of State and Local Bar Committees and Local Charity Organizations.
Rob has represented clients who have received national notoriety, including those covered by Court TV. He has been lead counsel for clients throughout Florida, Virginia and California.
Rob is available for consultation on any criminal matter, and is experienced in working with Immigration Attorneys for clients who are not currently U.S. Citizens.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- One of Tampa Bay's Top Lawyers in Criminal Defense, Tampa Bay Magazine, 2010 - Present
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Florida College of Law,
Gainesville,
Florida, 1972
J.D.
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University of Florida College of Law,
Gainesville,
Florida, 1972
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Non Legal Education
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Washington & Lee University,
Lexington,
VA, 1969
B.S.
Honors: With Special Attainments in Commerce
Major: Business
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Washington & Lee University,
Lexington,
VA, 1969
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Past Positions
- State Attorneys Office, Sixth Judicial Circuit, Assistant State Attorney, 1973 - 1975
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 1972
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 1972
Specialties and Certifications
- Criminal Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Other Affiliations
- Clearwater Bar Association (Member)
- The Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section; Grievance Committee, 1989 - 1990 (Member)
- The Florida Bar, Criminal Law Certification Committee, 1995 - 1997 (Member)
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Member)
- Florida Criminal Defense Lawyers (Member)
- Criminal Defense Lawyers of Pinellas County (Member)
- Pinellas County Trial Lawyer Association (Member)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Omega Delta Kappa
- Phi Delta Phi
Contact
1550 South Highland Avenue
Suite C
Clearwater, FL 33756
Phone: 727-275-9822
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.floridadefense.com
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