• Crestview
  • 550 N Main St #E
    Crestview, FL 32536
  • Phone: 850-398-8098
  • Directions

If you are under investigation or have already been charged with a crime in Northwest Florida, don't make the mistake of underestimating the severity of your situation. Arrests and criminal charges can damage your personal and professional reputations and, if you're convicted, you could be subject to fines, probation, time in jail or prison, and other harsh penalties. Even worse, a criminal record can continue to haunt you long after you've paid your debt to society.

Don't let a mistake (whether it's yours or law enforcement's) threaten to destroy everything you've worked for. You need an accomplished defense team to safeguard your rights and protect your future. Fortunately, at Flaherty & Merrifield, that's just what you'll find.

Criminal Defense Is Our Passion and Sole Focus

My name is Tim Flaherty. Criminal defense has been my passion—and the sole focus of this practice—since 2001. It's a passion shared by my partner, Brandy Merrifield, who's worked with me since 2007. From our main law office in Fort Walton Beach and our satellite office in Crestview, we serve clients in locations throughout Okaloosa and Walton Counties. We also defend military members stationed in the area and out-of-state visitors charged while vacationing.

Flaherty & Merrifield has successfully defended clients against a wide range of serious charges, including those involving:

Get the Help You Need From Skilled Defense Attorneys Who Care

Finding yourself the subject of a criminal investigation or prosecution can be daunting. You deserve to have strong legal advocates in your corner. Flaherty & Merrifield is here to help you through this difficult and frightening time. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for a free, no-obligation initial consultation at our Crestview office.

Directions to Our Crestview Law Office

From the North (Laurel Hill)

  • Head west on 2nd Ave toward 3rd St.
  • Take a slight left onto FL-85 S.
  • Turn right at Nelson St.
  • Turn left onto E Hickory Ave.
  • Turn left onto Main St.
  • Our office will be on the right, Building E.

From the South (Niceville)

  • Head north on Reynolds Ave. toward 32nd St.
  • Turn left onto E John Sims Pkwy.
  • Turn right onto FL-85 N.
  • Turn left onto Beech Ave. W.
  • Turn right onto Main St.
  • Our office will be on the right, Building E.

From the East (Defuniak Springs)

  • Head west toward 9th St/S 9th Street.
  • Turn right onto 9th St/S 9th Street.
  • Turn left at the first cross street onto US-90 W/E Nelson Ave.
  • Continue to follow US-90 W.
  • Turn left onto Main St.
  • Our office will be on the right, Building E.

From the West (Holt)

  • Head south on Berry Rd. toward US-90 W.
  • Turn left at the first cross street onto US-90 E.
  • Turn right onto Main St.
  • Turn left to stay on Main St.
  • Our office will be on the right, Building E.