Gunter & McClaran Law is a dedicated criminal defense firm serving clients throughout the Florida Panhandle. Specializing exclusively in criminal law, the firm stands out for its formidable partnership between two attorneys with complementary backgrounds—a former Marine and insurance defense litigator, and a former prosecutor—who combine their distinct expertise to build aggressive, strategic defenses.
The firm treats every case, from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies, with meticulous attention and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. Their approach is informed by Bill Gunter’s military discipline and investigative rigor and Madeline McClaran’s insider perspective as a former Assistant State Attorney, providing clients with a strategic advantage in negotiations and at trial. They primarily represent individuals facing criminal charges across Northwest Florida.
Services Offered
- DUI Defense (including cases involving bodily injury or fatalities)
- Assault and Battery Defense
- Drug Crimes Defense (possession, trafficking, with focus on identifying 4th/5th Amendment violations)
- Sex Crimes Defense (sexual assault and other sexual offenses)
- Internet and Digital Crimes Defense
- Firearm and Weapon Offenses Defense (including cases involving 10-20-Life sentencing)
- Property Crimes Defense (shoplifting, burglary, armed burglary)
- Violation of Probation (VOP) Defense
- White-Collar Crimes Defense
- Serious Felony Defense
- Misdemeanor Defense
The firm serves Bay County, Walton County, Gulf County, Washington County, Franklin County, Leon County, and Liberty County. Both attorneys offer free consultations and leverage their deep local courtroom experience and relationships with prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement to benefit their clients.
