Attorney Biography
Jason D. Sammis is a dedicated criminal defense attorney and a shareholder at Sammis Law Firm in Tampa, Florida. With over 25 years of experience, Jason focuses his practice exclusively on criminal and DUI defense, with a particular emphasis on drug-related offenses, including the cultivation of marijuana and drug trafficking.
As a member of the NORML Legal Committee, Jason is a staunch advocate for individuals facing marijuana-related charges in Florida. He is committed to staying at the forefront of the rapidly evolving laws surrounding cannabis and drug defense to provide his clients with an aggressive and technically sound defense.
Professional Background & Education
Juris Doctorate (1999): University of Florida College of Law, where he served as Chair of the Justice Campbell Thornal Moot Court Board and was a member of the Florida Law Review.
Bachelor of Arts: University of Virginia.
Admissions & Memberships
Admitted to Practice: Florida (1999) and Georgia (2002).
Federal Courts: U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Florida, and the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia.
Appellate Courts: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits.
Professional Associations: Member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), and the Hillsborough County Bar Association.
Jason takes a hands-on approach to every case, combining high-level academic training with decades of trial experience to protect the rights of his clients in the Tampa Bay area and throughout Florida.

