Chris Beardslee is an experienced criminal defense attorney based in Tampa, FL, with a diverse background in handling various criminal cases. As a former US Navy Petty Officer, he brings a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges veterans may face. His extensive knowledge of criminal procedure and case law has resulted in numerous dismissals and reduced charges on serious offenses, making him a trusted advocate for his clients.

Chris Beardslee was enlisted in the United States Navy for 5 years having completed four deployments including Japan(2x), Germany and Afghanistan in support of ground operations. Upon being Honorably Discharged, he attended law school at The Florida State University College of Law.

While in law school, he clerked for a prominent criminal defense lawyer (Who is also a member of the National College of DUI Defense Lawyers) and was elected President of the Florida State University College of Law Trial Team. Chris served on the board of the FSU College of Law Alumni from 2017-2018. He has passed the bar exams in both Florida and Colorado and is licensed to practice in both states.

Chris is a member of the National College of DUI Defense, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Florida Bar. Chris is licensed to practice law in all Florida state courts, as well as the Federal Middle District of Florida. He is a graduate of The Florida State University College of Law. During his time at Florida State University, Chris was elected President of the Mock Trial Team and was certified by the Florida Supreme Court to act as trial counsel on criminal cases as a CLI for the Public Defender’s Office.

He continuously improves his knowledge of criminal law through continuing education classes and seminars focused on violent crime, narcotics investigations, and various advanced education programs by the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Tampa Bay Chapter of the Federal Bar.