MEET THE ATTORNEY

ANTHONY B. MARCHESE, ESQUIRE, is a dedicated sole practitioner based in Tampa, Florida, with deep roots in the local community. A graduate of Hillsborough High School (Class of 1969) and the University of Tampa (Bachelor’s Degree, 1973), Mr. Marchese went on to earn his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law in 1979.

With over 45 years of legal experience, Mr. Marchese’s practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and adoption law. He is licensed to practice in both State and Federal Courts, and was admitted to the United States Supreme Court in 1989. Additionally, he is certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Family Law Mediator and serves as a private Jurist.

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AREAS OF PRACTICE

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• Criminal Defense: Mr. Marchese has extensive trial experience, including handling capital cases that involve both the guilt/innocence and life/death phases. His work often involves cases with significant consequences, sometimes literally dealing with matters of life and death.

• Family Law & Adoption: For more than four decades, Anthony has served as an Adoption Intermediary and is a Board Certified Adoption Attorney. He has facilitated over 1,500 adoption placements, guiding families through the entire process to finalization. His expertise extends to contested adoption disputes, where he has advocated for children’s rights and litigated cases before the Florida Supreme Court, presenting innovative legal arguments.

• Advocacy for Children’s Rights: Mr. Marchese has been involved in landmark cases, including those of first impression, where he successfully argued for the rights of terminally ill infants regarding life support decisions, emphasizing the role of parents in such critical choices.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

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Anthony is an active member of several professional organizations, including:

• Inaugural Adoption Committee for Board Certification

• Florida Association of Adoption Lawyers

• Florida Adoption Council

• American Immigration Lawyers Association

• Hillsborough County Bar

• Hillsborough County Criminal Defense Bar

CONTRIBUTIONS TO LEGAL EDUCATION

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Mr. Marchese is recognized as an exceptional speaker and educator. He regularly delivers seminars on adoption law and practice to lawyers and social workers throughout Florida. His teaching roles include:

• Guest lecturer for the Florida Bar’s Continuing Legal Education seminars, covering topics such as “Rights of Parties in Private and Independent Adoptions.”

• Co-author of the Adoption Chapter in the Florida Bar’s “Paternity and Other Family Practice” manual.

• Lecturer for Continuing Legal Education courses for nurses and social workers through Medical Education Services.

Anthony B. Marchese’s career reflects a commitment to justice, advocacy for children and families, and leadership in Adoption Law. His broad experience and dedication make him a respected figure in the Florida Legal Community.