Attorney David R. Parry has been practicing criminal defense law, exclusively, for more than 30 years throughout Florida. Throughout his career, he has participated in 200 trials and has represented more than 1,000 defendants.
His practice at Bauer Crider Kenny & Parry ranges from misdemeanors to felony cases, including first-degree murder charges and death row inmates. As a Board-Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer, Mr. Parry has the knowledge and experience you need on your side in any criminal case.
Experience as a Public Defender
Before becoming a private attorney, Mr. Parry served at the Pinellas County Public Defender’s Office for 13 years and as the chief assistant public defender. During this time, he defended clients wrongfully accused of crimes, including:
Bar Admissions:
- Florida, 1985
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1986
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1990
Education:
- J.D., Stetson University College of Law, 1984
- B.A., Florida Southern College, 1981
- Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer
Certifications & Memberships:
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, –1998–Present
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 1998–Present
- Florida Bar Association, Board Certification Committee for Criminal Trial & Appellate Practice, Chairman, 1998–2000
- Florida Bar Association; Grievance Committee, Chairman;
- Defending a Capital Case in Florida, a manual for criminal defense attorneys, Editor, 1997–2007
- Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association
- Clearwater Bar Association
