Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Tallahassee, FL
Cowhey + Ward is a legal practice based in Tallahassee, Florida, specializing in criminal defense and family law. With decades of combined experience, the firm's attorneys, Adam Cowhey and Zach Ward, provide dedicated representation focused on protecting clients' rights. The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach to family law matters, including divorce and child custody, while offering aggressive defense strategies in criminal cases ranging from DUIs to violent crimes.Active members of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and local legal community, Cowhey + Ward prioritizes personalized attention, leveraging their deep understanding of Florida statutes to guide clients through complex legal challenges. Their practice integrates both traditional litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods, such as collaborative law, to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing emotional and financial strain.
Services
Child Custody
Criminal Law
Divorce
Collaborative Family Law
Drug Offenses
DUI Defense
Family Law
Felonies & Violent Crimes
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined legal experience in criminal defense and family law.
- Our attorneys specialize in both traditional litigation and collaborative law approaches.
- We prioritize personalized attention and transparent communication with every client.
- Active involvement in the local legal community ensures up-to-date expertise on Florida statutes.
- Proven track record in defending complex cases, including DUIs, drug offenses, and violent crimes.
Services
Criminal Law
Cowhey + Ward provides aggressive defense for clients charged with crimes ranging from DUIs and drug offenses to violent felonies. With over a decade of experience in Tallahassee courts, Zachary Ward leverages deep knowledge of Florida law to challenge evidence, negotiate plea deals, and litigate cases. The firm focuses on minimizing penalties, protecting clients' rights, and preventing long-term consequences like license suspension or incarceration.
Child Custody
Adam Cowhey specializes in child custody cases, guiding clients through Florida's parenting plan requirements and time-sharing arrangements. The firm emphasizes the child's best interests while advocating for clients' rights, addressing issues like primary custody, visitation schedules, and child support. With experience in modification and enforcement cases, Cowhey + Ward ensures custody agreements adapt to evolving family needs.
Collaborative Law
This alternative to traditional litigation allows couples to resolve divorce amicably with attorney-guided negotiations. Cowhey + Ward facilitates cooperative discussions on property division, alimony, and parenting plans, avoiding courtroom stress. The process prioritizes privacy, mutual respect, and tailored solutions for families, particularly those with children.
DUI Defense
The firm defends clients charged with DUIs, challenging evidence and procedural errors to reduce penalties. Services include license suspension hearings, negotiating reduced charges, and court representation. Zachary Ward's experience with Leon County courts helps clients avoid jail time, fines, and long-term license consequences through strategic defense tactics.
Family Law
Cowhey + Ward handles diverse family law matters beyond divorce, including paternity, prenuptial agreements, and restraining orders. Adam Cowhey's role on Florida's Family Law Rules Committee ensures expertise in evolving statutes. The firm assists with modifications, enforcement of court orders, and dependency cases, focusing on protecting clients' parental rights and financial interests.
People
Adam Cowhey
Attorney & Counselor
Adam Cowhey specializes in marital and family law, offering hands-on representation in divorce, child custody, and collaborative law. He actively participates in Florida's legal community and prioritizes client-centered advocacy to protect rights in emotionally sensitive cases.
Zachary Ward
Criminal Defense Attorney
Zachary Ward focuses on criminal defense with over a decade of experience in Tallahassee courts. He represents clients in DUI, drug offense, and violent crime cases, emphasizing aggressive defense strategies and community engagement through legal associations.
Questions
What areas of law does Cowhey + Ward specialize in?
Cowhey + Ward specializes in criminal defense (DUIs, drug offenses, violent crimes) and family law (divorce, child custody, collaborative law) in Tallahassee, Florida.
How does collaborative law differ from traditional divorce?
Collaborative law allows couples to resolve divorce amicably through attorney-guided negotiations, avoiding court. It prioritizes mutual solutions for property division, custody, and support while reducing emotional stress.
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact Cowhey + Ward immediately. They will help request a license suspension hearing within 10 days and build a defense to challenge evidence, potentially reducing penalties or avoiding conviction.
Can child custody agreements be modified?
Yes. Cowhey + Ward assists with modifying custody arrangements due to significant life changes, ensuring agreements reflect evolving family needs and the child's best interests.
How does the firm handle violent crime charges?
Cowhey + Ward provides aggressive defense for violent crimes, leveraging experience with Florida's sentencing guidelines and complex legal strategies to challenge evidence and minimize penalties.
