Flaherty & Merrifield is a dedicated criminal defense law firm serving clients in Destin and throughout Northwest Florida, with a focused expertise exclusively in criminal law. The firm stands out for its deep commitment to protecting clients’ rights and futures, offering skilled representation to both local residents and visitors facing legal challenges in the region.
With over two decades of combined experience, partners Tim Flaherty and Brandy Merrifield provide compassionate and aggressive defense strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation. The firm is particularly adept at handling cases involving military personnel, tourists arrested while vacationing, and individuals seeking to clear their records. They offer services in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessible support for a diverse clientele.
Services Offered
- Criminal defense
- Military arrests
- Vacation arrests
- Bonds and warrants
- Sex crimes
- Domestic violence
- Assault and battery
- Murder
- Juvenile offenses
- Burglary
- Robbery and theft
- Battery on law enforcement
- Resisting an officer with or without violence
- Felony traffic offenses
- Drug charges
- Boating under the influence (BUI)
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Violation of probation
- Record expungement and sealing
The firm serves Okaloosa and Walton Counties, including Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Crestview, and is available 24/7 for urgent legal matters. Flaherty & Merrifield is known for achieving favorable outcomes in complex criminal cases and provides free, confidential initial consultations to all potential clients.
