Lykkebak Donald A

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Donald A. Lykkebak is a criminal defense lawyer with a long record of defending the accused citizen. His Florida law office has always been located in Downtown Orlando. It is directly across the street from the Orange County Courthouse. Since 1977, he has diligently defended hundreds of individuals who faced serious charges in County, State or Federal courts throughout Florida and the Southeast United States.

When anyone is charged with a crime, the most important decision he or she may make is the choice of a criminal defense lawyer. Choose one who is skilled in defending against the accusations brought by local, state or federal law enforcement. First and most important, consider a Board Certified criminal trial lawyer. Mr. Lykkebak has been Board Certified in the State of Florida since 1987, the first year the exam to demonstrate expertise in criminal law was ever given. In addition, Mr. Lykkebak has also been board certified since 1988 by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification. (A nationwide and universally respected board certification association).

Another good indicator of a lawyers reputation, experience and the respect he receives can be found in his Martindale-Hubbell rating. Martindale-Hubbell is a directory to lawyers of the United States. For many decades, the Martindale-Hubbell company has endeavored to rate and evaluate lawyers. The highest rating a lawyer can receive is AV. Mr. Lykkebak has been an AV rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell since 1989. As a result, he is included in Martindale-Hubbells directory of Preeminent Lawyers of America.

Donald Lykkebak has been featured as a cover story in Florida Super Lawyers 2008 edition. He is annually selected by Florida Super Lawyers for recognition. Further, he has been featured in Orlando Magazine, the Orlando Sentinel and Orlando Business Journal.

Mr. Lykkebak received his undergraduate education at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois. He received his B.A. in 1968. He studied law at the University of Florida College of Law and received his Juris Doctor from Florida in 1970. That same year he was admitted to The Florida Bar as a practicing attorney, allowing him to practice before all Courts within the state.

Donald Lykkebak served honorably in the United States Marine Corps. He was on active duty from 1970 to 1973 and in that period he held the rank of Captain. He was a Judge Advocate assigned to try special and general court martials. In that capacity he both defended and prosecuted Marines accused of crimes in the military.
Former Orange County Prosecutor
Following his military service, Donald Lykkebak returned to Florida and was employed as an Assistant State Attorney working for former State Attorney Robert Eagan from 1973 until 1977. During those four years Mr. Lykkebak represented the State in many criminal cases including the prosecution of well over 100 jury trials. He held the position of Felony Division Chief.
Professional Advice Is Most Valuable Immediately
Time is critical when consulting a criminal lawyer to help you. Anyone who believes that he or she may be the object of a criminal investigation or those who have just been arrested will dramatically improve their prospects for successful defense by discussing the alleged criminal charges with a lawyer as soon as possible. This means before ever discussing anything with the police.
Don Lykkebak has represented individuals from all walks of life: professionals, including physicians, other attorneys, ministers, engineers and CPAs. He has represented hundreds of persons charged with narcotics possession and drug conspiracy. People charged with white collar crimes, capital crimes, DUI and misdemeanor offenses have turned to him for his expertise in criminal defense. He has aggressively defended felony charges against a mayor of a Florida city and also a former circuit court judge.
In addition to handling hundreds of cases that do not draw the attention of the media, Mr. Lykkebak has successfully defended numerous individuals in high-profile cases-- from those charged with white collar crimes to others arrested for a variety of alleged criminal activity including fraud, embezzlement and theft as well as felony drug possession, even murder.
If your situation unfortunately requires it, Mr. Lykkebak is accustomed to managing media demands and diminishing harm to you. If justified and you agree he may recommend a media relations expert as consultant on your case; one who is professional and savvy in effectively managing the news media in your best interests. This service can be invaluable to the professional person struggling to maintain his business or reputation during a pending public criminal investigation.