902 N. Armenia Ave, Tampa FL 33609

Our Main Areas of Practice

Criminal Defense

If you have been arrested or face serious criminal charges, enlisting the Tampa criminal defense lawyers at Shrader Mendez could be the best decision you will ever make. Whether you…

Personal Injury

Unfortunately, hundreds of thousands of people in Florida are injured every year in personal injury accidents. If you get injured because of another person’s negligence, you do not want to…

Consumer Protection

  Consumer Protection Businesses, especially in the financial industry, often engage in abusive and harassing tactics aimed at consumers that violate federal and Florida laws. These bad actors are driven…

Business Litigation

  Business Litigation Even small family businesses in Florida can sometimes find themselves facing legal actions. According to Mary Juetten from Forbes, many small businesses get shut down because they…

Qui Tam/Whistleblower

Each year, the state and federal governments lose billions of dollars to fraud, waste, and abuse. In a bid to recoup this money and encourage proper appropriation of funds in…

Mass Torts / Class Action Lawsuits

The terms “class action” and “mass torts” are often used interchangeably, or perhaps more accurately, mass tort actions are often called class actions. Both legal actions have similarities:  Plaintiffs are…

Attorneys Fee Litigation

Shrader Mendez is one of the few Florida law firms that has focused on both pursuing and defending prevailing party attorneys’ fee litigation on behalf of other firms and their…

Bankruptcy Trustee Representation

Shrader Mendez specializes in representing bankruptcy trustees in asset recovery actions ranging from personal injury, Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act claims, RESPA violations, fraudulent transfers, overbilling by debt relief companies,…

A TAMPA LITIGATION LAW FIRM

FIGHTING FOR THE RIGHTS OF FLORIDA RESIDENTS FOR OVER A DECADE

At Shrader Mendez Criminal Defense Lawyers, we understand that a legal problem can be the most important issue in your life. Our skilled litigation attorneys will listen to all the facts in your case, help you understand your options, and build a strategy customized for your future success.

Our team has been aggressively fighting for clients in Tampa and throughout Florida for over a decade. We know the courts, the process, and have handled cases ranging from marijuana to murder and car accidents to class actions. Our team has the experience and is top rated by our past clients and peers.

If you have been financially harmed or subjected to criminal allegations, call our office today for a free consultation and case evaluation. You will speak with our attorneys and we will answer all your questions. Do not attempt to navigate the legal system alone, the right attorney matters. Call Shrader Mendez Criminal Defense Lawyers today at (813) 360-1529.

OUR LITIGATION PRACTICE AREAS

PROVIDING LEGAL REPRESENTATION THROUGHOUT HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY & FLORIDA

Shrader Mendez represents clients throughout the state of Florida from our office in Tampa. Our attorneys handle cases in both state and federal courts including at a trial level, appeals, and within adversary proceedings in bankruptcy court.

Your future is what matters to the team at Shrader Mendez. We pride ourselves in listening to our clients and helping remove the pressure you and your loved ones are feeling by answering questions and discussing the justice system in detail. Once we are hired as your attorneys Shrader Mendez will start aggressively fighting for your rights, freedoms, and future. We are your legal team. Call us today.

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Experience

We are a locally owned, results-oriented law firm serving Florida from our Tampa office. With over a decade of experience, our lawyers fight for you as you confront any legal challenge.

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Integrity

We fight for our clients with integrity and honor, and won’t back down from any case. You can trust that when we represent you in and out and court, we have your best interests in mind.

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Innovation

Our firm stays up to the date with the latest legal strategies and law in Hillsborough and Pinellas County. You can trust that we’ll explore every angle of your case to find the best defense and win in court.

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Results

You need a lawyer who will fight for you and win. That’s what we do everyday at our firm. We represent our clients the best that we can, and have the results to back it up. Just ask all the referrals we get.

News & Updates

LATEST POSTS AND FIRM NEWS

What to Do if You’re Falsely Accused of Domestic…

A single verbal accusation of domestic violence in Florida often triggers immediate arrest. Police officers frequently detain the accused to prevent potential harm, even when physical evidence is absent. This rapid response pushes defendants into a complex legal system within hours. Overcoming these hurdles requires aggressive action to prevent temporary restrictions from becoming permanent penalties. Shrader Mendez focuses on early…

Understanding Your Rights After a Suspended License in Florida

Florida uses driver's license suspensions to punish unsafe driving and collect unpaid state debts. A single missed payment or forgotten court date can quickly turn a routine traffic stop into a criminal arrest. Shrader Mendez knows how easily administrative errors threaten your daily livelihood. Resolving the suspension correctly is the only way to protect your freedom, keep your vehicle out…

What Veterans Need to Know Before Filing a VA…

The VA granted just over 60% of disability claims processed in fiscal year 2025, according to its own reporting. The veterans who fall into the other 40% usually share the same problem: they filed without understanding what the VA actually needs to see. A missing nexus, an incomplete record, or a poorly timed submission can turn a valid claim into…

Our Team

Meet our team of dedicated professionals who drive our success.

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Brian Shrader is the founder of Shrader Mendez. His focus is on litigation and trials relating to all of the firm’s four practice areas. Brian has an AV Rating by Martindale Hubble, reflecting the highest rating by his peers and judges. In addition, Brian was selected as a multiple-year Superlawyers Rising Star, an honor reflecting a peer review rating in the top 2.5% of lawyers under the age of 40. As a respected trial attorney, Brian has been hired by other law…

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MAIN NUMBER : 813-360-1529

FAX NUMBER : 813-336-0832

ADDRESS : 902 N. Armenia Ave,
Tampa FL 33609