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Nick Dorsten

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

A proud member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 trial attorneys and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top one percent of lawyers, Nicholas Dorsten was born and raised in Ohio. He obtained his B.A. degree from Kent State University, majoring in History and even played a little football for the Kent State “Golden Flashes”. While at Kent, he was lucky enough to be part of an academic fraternity and receive the Kent State athletic/academic award banquet membership.After college, he chose to follow in his father’s footsteps by becoming a lawyer. He enrolled in law school at the University Of Toledo School Of Law, where he received a full scholarship. At this school, he participated in a local law review and several moot court presentations.During law school, Nicholas Dorsten utilized his summers gaining criminal law experience with the hope of becoming a prosecutor upon graduation. After the first year of law school, he was privileged to clerk for a local leading judge. After his second year of law school, he became a certified legal intern in Toledo, trying and resolving criminal cases. The experience gained in these positions allowed him to be chosen, and sworn in, as an Assistant State Attorney in the State of Florida.Over the next five years, he quickly rose through the ranks at the Pinellas and Pasco State Attorney's Office. This progression allowed Nicholas to prosecute a wide variety of criminal cases. As an Assistant State Attorney, he held positions such as a Lead Trial Attorney, a Felony Domestic Violence attorney and a Child Abuse/Sex Crimes attorney.During his five years there, Nicholas Dorsten prosecuted and obtained convictions in numerous high-profile cases in the Tampa Bay area including multiple charges of Murder, Conspiracy to Commit Murder, Attempted Murder in the First Degree, Sexual Battery, Armed Robbery, Armed Burglary, Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, Trafficking in Illegal Drugs, DUI Manslaughter and a variety of other property, alcohol, and narcotics-related offenses.After five years of public service at the State Attorney's Office, he elected to work with a leading Personal Injury Attorney in the Tampa area. He attended numerous personal injury seminars and workshops where he honed his trial skills. During his time at that office, Nicholas traveled throughout the state of Florida, trying numerous personal injury and car accident cases. During his time at the firm he won or settled millions of dollars’ for his numerous injury clients.After that, it was time to utilize his vast array of training and experience to help protect the rights of everyday citizens that have been accused of wrongdoing. These rights, that he swore to uphold and abide by as an Assistant State Attorney, are the bedrock of our criminal justice system. They are the foundation upon which our system rests. Without an experienced criminal and personal injury trial attorney to protect your rights, the system will be stacked against you. Blake & Dorsten knows that from the inside out. Nicholas has since defended numerous high-profile cases throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough. He has been featured in The Tampa Bay Times, Bay News 9, and local NBC, ABC, CBS and Fox affiliates.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Personal Injury

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

Blake and Dorsten, P.A.4707 140th Ave NSuite 104Clearwater, FL, 33762-3830

Office: (727) 205-8509

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
July 31, 2021

Mr. Dorsten has had his hands full with me but my I put my trust and faith in him on a case that could have been easily taken care of but I made it messy, WHAT he did for me not only as a attorney but someone I am proud to know and call a friend. He is a tremendously skilled seasoned attorney with a extreme presence in the court room! By far a class act, wonderful person to have on your side!!!

Ann
October 13, 2019

I have worked with Nick Dorsten on a few cases cases concerning my son, for several years, If they gave a rating over 5, he would definitely be a 10 in my books. Nick stands by you all the way through, he worked with my son and myself, always very professional and kind and took personal time with my son to help him learn and grow, Nick and his Office administrator were always there to answer any question during regular hours and even after hours and weekends they would get back to me, he goes above and beyond the the call of duty, he is very well liked in the courtroom and I feel he works great with judges and state attorneys, which is a real plus they seem to trust him and trust what he is suggesting for remedies to his case, he follows things through to the end even when case is sentenced, if you have questions after about anything he is still there to help out, I just always felt that he had my son and myself in his best interest and I always felt like we were his number one concern, was never rushed and I never felt he lead me in the wrong direction, my son and myself always listen to Nick Dorsten, he seems very educated and his past resonates with many happy clients, I was blessed to have fund him as an attorney, and will always go to him in the future for any Lawyer needs I have. Thanks for being there for me and my son!!!

anonymous
February 12, 2019

Nick did everything he could to help us, he is very kind and thoughtful. He helped him with his case, he could have gotten jail time but didn't thank God, all he got was probation and fines. Now my daughters Dad will be able to see his daughter graduate Army Bootcamp. Thank you so much from the bottom of our heart's.

Daniel
October 30, 2018

So basically I had felony Possession of fire arms and a domestic battery. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Nicholas did exactly what he said he would. He helped me feel stress free throughout the case and i barely had to show up in court. His reputation proceeds him. His connections in the judicial system are very convenient and also helped about with getting my case taken care of with the outcome of just having to orat a fine basically, when in all reality i should been looking at some jail time. So overall money wel spent which by the east was reasonable for what was done! Thanks again so much Nicholas.

Louise colebrook
January 19, 2017

Nick had one charge dropped for my daughter very polite always available to talk to us rated 10 I see why thanks nick!!

Timothy
January 9, 2017

My DUI charge was definitely not an easy task for Nick to negotiate for reduction with the state of Florida. Nick went to work and after a never give up attitude combined with his knowledge of the law, the charge was reduced to a Reckless Driving charge. I am forever grateful for his dedication and hard work. Thank You.

Elizabeth
May 29, 2016

I met Nick Dorsten on this site. He contacted me, gave me basic advice and I hired him 30-45 days later. After 2.5 years of being on probation I wanted to apply for early termination . I am a business professional , in Finance and was going to handle it on my own because I believed it to be an easy task. Friends advised(nagged) me against it just in case. I hired Nick Dorsten for a reasonable amount and thank God I did. Their was a severe hiccup at the proceedings where someone tried to block the early termination and if not for him advocating on my behalf I believe it would have been denied. I guess I am not as smart as I think I am. Well worth the money. He is professional easy to work with but tough when it came down to it in court.

anonymous
July 9, 2014

He put up the fight of his life for me. I was looking at very serious charges & time but he talked the judge into re-instating me and this took him several hours to do. Will never forget it! Thank you Mr. Dorsten for giving me a 2nd chance at life!!!

anonymous
April 12, 2014

I had an out of town warrant in Pinellas County for a VOP. Mr. Dorsten answered all of my questions and did exactly what he said he would do. He always either answered the phone right away or called me back that day. His pricing was very fair and I would highly recommend Mr. Dorsten to anyone.

anonymous
October 30, 2011

This was the first time our family needed the representation of an attorney and we are so thankful that we hired Nick Dorsten. From the initial meeting he was kind, professional and explained the charges in a way that was easy to understand. Every time we called Blake and Dorsten he spoke directly to Nick and not a secretary. Mr. Dorsten was always available to answer any and all questions. The case was handled in a very timely manner and the outcome was favorable. Nick's rates are reasonable and payment plans make hiring a criminal defense attorney attainable in today's economy. We have already recommended Nick's services to a family friend and would not hesitate to do so again. Thank you Mr. Dorsten for your hard work and dedication to your clients. You are a first rate attorney!

anonymous
July 31, 2021

Mr. Dorsten has had his hands full with me but my I put my trust and faith in him on a case that could have been easily taken care of but I made it messy, WHAT he did for me not only as a attorney but someone I am proud to know and call a friend. He is a tremendously skilled seasoned attorney with a extreme presence in the court room! By far a class act, wonderful person to have on your side!!!

Ann
October 13, 2019

I have worked with Nick Dorsten on a few cases cases concerning my son, for several years, If they gave a rating over 5, he would definitely be a 10 in my books. Nick stands by you all the way through, he worked with my son and myself, always very professional and kind and took personal time with my son to help him learn and grow, Nick and his Office administrator were always there to answer any question during regular hours and even after hours and weekends they would get back to me, he goes above and beyond the the call of duty, he is very well liked in the courtroom and I feel he works great with judges and state attorneys, which is a real plus they seem to trust him and trust what he is suggesting for remedies to his case, he follows things through to the end even when case is sentenced, if you have questions after about anything he is still there to help out, I just always felt that he had my son and myself in his best interest and I always felt like we were his number one concern, was never rushed and I never felt he lead me in the wrong direction, my son and myself always listen to Nick Dorsten, he seems very educated and his past resonates with many happy clients, I was blessed to have fund him as an attorney, and will always go to him in the future for any Lawyer needs I have. Thanks for being there for me and my son!!!

anonymous
February 12, 2019

Nick did everything he could to help us, he is very kind and thoughtful. He helped him with his case, he could have gotten jail time but didn't thank God, all he got was probation and fines. Now my daughters Dad will be able to see his daughter graduate Army Bootcamp. Thank you so much from the bottom of our heart's.

Daniel
October 30, 2018

So basically I had felony Possession of fire arms and a domestic battery. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Nicholas did exactly what he said he would. He helped me feel stress free throughout the case and i barely had to show up in court. His reputation proceeds him. His connections in the judicial system are very convenient and also helped about with getting my case taken care of with the outcome of just having to orat a fine basically, when in all reality i should been looking at some jail time. So overall money wel spent which by the east was reasonable for what was done! Thanks again so much Nicholas.

Louise colebrook
January 19, 2017

Nick had one charge dropped for my daughter very polite always available to talk to us rated 10 I see why thanks nick!!

Timothy
January 9, 2017

My DUI charge was definitely not an easy task for Nick to negotiate for reduction with the state of Florida. Nick went to work and after a never give up attitude combined with his knowledge of the law, the charge was reduced to a Reckless Driving charge. I am forever grateful for his dedication and hard work. Thank You.

Elizabeth
May 29, 2016

I met Nick Dorsten on this site. He contacted me, gave me basic advice and I hired him 30-45 days later. After 2.5 years of being on probation I wanted to apply for early termination . I am a business professional , in Finance and was going to handle it on my own because I believed it to be an easy task. Friends advised(nagged) me against it just in case. I hired Nick Dorsten for a reasonable amount and thank God I did. Their was a severe hiccup at the proceedings where someone tried to block the early termination and if not for him advocating on my behalf I believe it would have been denied. I guess I am not as smart as I think I am. Well worth the money. He is professional easy to work with but tough when it came down to it in court.

anonymous
July 9, 2014

He put up the fight of his life for me. I was looking at very serious charges & time but he talked the judge into re-instating me and this took him several hours to do. Will never forget it! Thank you Mr. Dorsten for giving me a 2nd chance at life!!!

anonymous
April 12, 2014

I had an out of town warrant in Pinellas County for a VOP. Mr. Dorsten answered all of my questions and did exactly what he said he would do. He always either answered the phone right away or called me back that day. His pricing was very fair and I would highly recommend Mr. Dorsten to anyone.

anonymous
October 30, 2011

This was the first time our family needed the representation of an attorney and we are so thankful that we hired Nick Dorsten. From the initial meeting he was kind, professional and explained the charges in a way that was easy to understand. Every time we called Blake and Dorsten he spoke directly to Nick and not a secretary. Mr. Dorsten was always available to answer any and all questions. The case was handled in a very timely manner and the outcome was favorable. Nick's rates are reasonable and payment plans make hiring a criminal defense attorney attainable in today's economy. We have already recommended Nick's services to a family friend and would not hesitate to do so again. Thank you Mr. Dorsten for your hard work and dedication to your clients. You are a first rate attorney!

anonymous
July 31, 2021

Mr. Dorsten has had his hands full with me but my I put my trust and faith in him on a case that could have been easily taken care of but I made it messy, WHAT he did for me not only as a attorney but someone I am proud to know and call a friend. He is a tremendously skilled seasoned attorney with a extreme presence in the court room! By far a class act, wonderful person to have on your side!!!

Ann
October 13, 2019

I have worked with Nick Dorsten on a few cases cases concerning my son, for several years, If they gave a rating over 5, he would definitely be a 10 in my books. Nick stands by you all the way through, he worked with my son and myself, always very professional and kind and took personal time with my son to help him learn and grow, Nick and his Office administrator were always there to answer any question during regular hours and even after hours and weekends they would get back to me, he goes above and beyond the the call of duty, he is very well liked in the courtroom and I feel he works great with judges and state attorneys, which is a real plus they seem to trust him and trust what he is suggesting for remedies to his case, he follows things through to the end even when case is sentenced, if you have questions after about anything he is still there to help out, I just always felt that he had my son and myself in his best interest and I always felt like we were his number one concern, was never rushed and I never felt he lead me in the wrong direction, my son and myself always listen to Nick Dorsten, he seems very educated and his past resonates with many happy clients, I was blessed to have fund him as an attorney, and will always go to him in the future for any Lawyer needs I have. Thanks for being there for me and my son!!!

anonymous
February 12, 2019

Nick did everything he could to help us, he is very kind and thoughtful. He helped him with his case, he could have gotten jail time but didn't thank God, all he got was probation and fines. Now my daughters Dad will be able to see his daughter graduate Army Bootcamp. Thank you so much from the bottom of our heart's.

Daniel
October 30, 2018

So basically I had felony Possession of fire arms and a domestic battery. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Nicholas did exactly what he said he would. He helped me feel stress free throughout the case and i barely had to show up in court. His reputation proceeds him. His connections in the judicial system are very convenient and also helped about with getting my case taken care of with the outcome of just having to orat a fine basically, when in all reality i should been looking at some jail time. So overall money wel spent which by the east was reasonable for what was done! Thanks again so much Nicholas.

Louise colebrook
January 19, 2017

Nick had one charge dropped for my daughter very polite always available to talk to us rated 10 I see why thanks nick!!

Timothy
January 9, 2017

My DUI charge was definitely not an easy task for Nick to negotiate for reduction with the state of Florida. Nick went to work and after a never give up attitude combined with his knowledge of the law, the charge was reduced to a Reckless Driving charge. I am forever grateful for his dedication and hard work. Thank You.

Elizabeth
May 29, 2016

I met Nick Dorsten on this site. He contacted me, gave me basic advice and I hired him 30-45 days later. After 2.5 years of being on probation I wanted to apply for early termination . I am a business professional , in Finance and was going to handle it on my own because I believed it to be an easy task. Friends advised(nagged) me against it just in case. I hired Nick Dorsten for a reasonable amount and thank God I did. Their was a severe hiccup at the proceedings where someone tried to block the early termination and if not for him advocating on my behalf I believe it would have been denied. I guess I am not as smart as I think I am. Well worth the money. He is professional easy to work with but tough when it came down to it in court.

anonymous
July 9, 2014

He put up the fight of his life for me. I was looking at very serious charges & time but he talked the judge into re-instating me and this took him several hours to do. Will never forget it! Thank you Mr. Dorsten for giving me a 2nd chance at life!!!

anonymous
April 12, 2014

I had an out of town warrant in Pinellas County for a VOP. Mr. Dorsten answered all of my questions and did exactly what he said he would do. He always either answered the phone right away or called me back that day. His pricing was very fair and I would highly recommend Mr. Dorsten to anyone.

anonymous
October 30, 2011

This was the first time our family needed the representation of an attorney and we are so thankful that we hired Nick Dorsten. From the initial meeting he was kind, professional and explained the charges in a way that was easy to understand. Every time we called Blake and Dorsten he spoke directly to Nick and not a secretary. Mr. Dorsten was always available to answer any and all questions. The case was handled in a very timely manner and the outcome was favorable. Nick's rates are reasonable and payment plans make hiring a criminal defense attorney attainable in today's economy. We have already recommended Nick's services to a family friend and would not hesitate to do so again. Thank you Mr. Dorsten for your hard work and dedication to your clients. You are a first rate attorney!

anonymous
July 31, 2021

Mr. Dorsten has had his hands full with me but my I put my trust and faith in him on a case that could have been easily taken care of but I made it messy, WHAT he did for me not only as a attorney but someone I am proud to know and call a friend. He is a tremendously skilled seasoned attorney with a extreme presence in the court room! By far a class act, wonderful person to have on your side!!!

Ann
October 13, 2019

I have worked with Nick Dorsten on a few cases cases concerning my son, for several years, If they gave a rating over 5, he would definitely be a 10 in my books. Nick stands by you all the way through, he worked with my son and myself, always very professional and kind and took personal time with my son to help him learn and grow, Nick and his Office administrator were always there to answer any question during regular hours and even after hours and weekends they would get back to me, he goes above and beyond the the call of duty, he is very well liked in the courtroom and I feel he works great with judges and state attorneys, which is a real plus they seem to trust him and trust what he is suggesting for remedies to his case, he follows things through to the end even when case is sentenced, if you have questions after about anything he is still there to help out, I just always felt that he had my son and myself in his best interest and I always felt like we were his number one concern, was never rushed and I never felt he lead me in the wrong direction, my son and myself always listen to Nick Dorsten, he seems very educated and his past resonates with many happy clients, I was blessed to have fund him as an attorney, and will always go to him in the future for any Lawyer needs I have. Thanks for being there for me and my son!!!

anonymous
February 12, 2019

Nick did everything he could to help us, he is very kind and thoughtful. He helped him with his case, he could have gotten jail time but didn't thank God, all he got was probation and fines. Now my daughters Dad will be able to see his daughter graduate Army Bootcamp. Thank you so much from the bottom of our heart's.

Daniel
October 30, 2018

So basically I had felony Possession of fire arms and a domestic battery. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Nicholas did exactly what he said he would. He helped me feel stress free throughout the case and i barely had to show up in court. His reputation proceeds him. His connections in the judicial system are very convenient and also helped about with getting my case taken care of with the outcome of just having to orat a fine basically, when in all reality i should been looking at some jail time. So overall money wel spent which by the east was reasonable for what was done! Thanks again so much Nicholas.

Louise colebrook
January 19, 2017

Nick had one charge dropped for my daughter very polite always available to talk to us rated 10 I see why thanks nick!!

Timothy
January 9, 2017

My DUI charge was definitely not an easy task for Nick to negotiate for reduction with the state of Florida. Nick went to work and after a never give up attitude combined with his knowledge of the law, the charge was reduced to a Reckless Driving charge. I am forever grateful for his dedication and hard work. Thank You.

Elizabeth
May 29, 2016

I met Nick Dorsten on this site. He contacted me, gave me basic advice and I hired him 30-45 days later. After 2.5 years of being on probation I wanted to apply for early termination . I am a business professional , in Finance and was going to handle it on my own because I believed it to be an easy task. Friends advised(nagged) me against it just in case. I hired Nick Dorsten for a reasonable amount and thank God I did. Their was a severe hiccup at the proceedings where someone tried to block the early termination and if not for him advocating on my behalf I believe it would have been denied. I guess I am not as smart as I think I am. Well worth the money. He is professional easy to work with but tough when it came down to it in court.

anonymous
July 9, 2014

He put up the fight of his life for me. I was looking at very serious charges & time but he talked the judge into re-instating me and this took him several hours to do. Will never forget it! Thank you Mr. Dorsten for giving me a 2nd chance at life!!!

anonymous
April 12, 2014

I had an out of town warrant in Pinellas County for a VOP. Mr. Dorsten answered all of my questions and did exactly what he said he would do. He always either answered the phone right away or called me back that day. His pricing was very fair and I would highly recommend Mr. Dorsten to anyone.

anonymous
October 30, 2011

This was the first time our family needed the representation of an attorney and we are so thankful that we hired Nick Dorsten. From the initial meeting he was kind, professional and explained the charges in a way that was easy to understand. Every time we called Blake and Dorsten he spoke directly to Nick and not a secretary. Mr. Dorsten was always available to answer any and all questions. The case was handled in a very timely manner and the outcome was favorable. Nick's rates are reasonable and payment plans make hiring a criminal defense attorney attainable in today's economy. We have already recommended Nick's services to a family friend and would not hesitate to do so again. Thank you Mr. Dorsten for your hard work and dedication to your clients. You are a first rate attorney!