Tampa Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorney
Trial-Tested Representation for Injured and Accused Clients in Tampa Bay
For more than 25 years, Tampa attorney John T. Ossi has represented people facing life-changing injuries and criminal charges. As a former State Prosecutor and experienced trial lawyer, he brings courtroom insight, steady guidance, and personal attention to every case.
Serving injury and criminal defense clients in Tampa, Hillsborough County, and the greater Tampa Bay area.
25+ Years
of trial experience in Florida courts
100+ Jury Trials
and thousands of bench trials to verdict
Former Prosecutor
for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County
Practice Areas
Focused on Personal Injury and Criminal Defense
Whether you have been injured in a crash or are facing criminal charges, your case will receive careful analysis and trial-ready preparation from the start.
Criminal Defense
An arrest or criminal charge can put your freedom, record, and future at risk. We provide clear defense strategies and strong legal representation when it matters most.
Learn more about Criminal DefenseAuto & Motorcycle Accidents
When a serious car or motorcycle crash disrupts your life, we work to hold the responsible party accountable and pursue the compensation you need.
Learn more about Auto & Motorcycle AccidentsPersonal Injury & Wrongful Death
Injury and loss can disrupt every part of life. We help you seek justice and secure the financial support needed for what comes next.
Learn more about Personal InjuryDUI Defense
A DUI charge can affect your license, your record, and your future. We help clients respond quickly, protect their rights, and navigate the consequences with a clear defense strategy.
Why Choose John Ossi
Serious Representation for Serious Cases
Your case is not a file number. It is your life, your health, and your record. John Ossi handles a select number of matters so he can give each client the time and attention they deserve.
With experience on both sides of the courtroom, he evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of every case, prepares as if trial is likely, and works to position clients for the best available result.
If you are dealing with a serious injury claim or a criminal charge, you need an attorney who will prepare thoroughly, speak plainly, and stand with you at every step.
Former prosecutor insight
Former State Prosecutor for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit with a clear view of how cases are charged and tried.
Trial-ready experience
More than 25 years in court, over 100 jury trials, and thousands of bench trials.
Direct personal attention
You work directly with John Ossi, not a rotating team of associates.
Local Tampa knowledge
Tampa native with decades of experience in Hillsborough County courts.
Balanced practice
Handling both personal injury and criminal defense matters for a well-rounded trial perspective.
About John Ossi
Tampa Native. Career Trial Lawyer.
John Ossi was raised in Tampa and has been part of the Tampa Bay community his entire life. He attended Jesuit High School, earned a business degree from the University of Florida, and received his Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
Before law school, he worked for prominent Tampa attorney Barry A. Cohen. After earning his law degree, he served as an Assistant State Attorney for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County, gaining valuable trial and courtroom experience.
Since opening his firm, John T. Ossi, P.A., in 1999, he has helped hundreds of clients in personal injury and criminal defense matters throughout Tampa and the surrounding Tampa Bay area.
Credentials & Professional Involvement
- •Tampa native with deep local roots and long-standing ties to the Tampa Bay community.
- •Former State Prosecutor for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County.
- •More than 25 years of trial experience handling personal injury and criminal defense cases.
- •Over 100 jury trials to verdict and thousands of bench trials.
- •Court-Appointed Counsel Registry for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit since 2010.
- •U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
- •U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
- •Member, Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association.
- •Member, Florida Justice Association.
- •Member, The Florida Bar.
Case Results
Representative Settlements and Verdicts
Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but they do reflect experience handling significant matters for injured clients.
$430,000 Settlement
Client seriously injured in a rear-end collision involving a self-insured driver.
Auto accident – Tampa Bay area.
$250,000 Settlement
Motorcycle accident client who underwent surgery; full tender of policy limits obtained.
Motorcycle accident – Hillsborough County.
$110,000 Settlement
Pedestrian struck while crossing Busch Boulevard who sustained a fracture and other injuries.
Pedestrian injury – Tampa, Florida.
$175,000 Settlement
Recovery for injuries and damages sustained in a rear-end collision by a landscape truck.
Auto accident – Tampa Bay area, FL.
$110,000 Settlement
Recovery for injuries and damages sustained by a young driver in a rear-end collision.
Tampa, FL.
Client Testimonials
What Clients Say About Working with John Ossi
These are representative comments. Individual results and experiences will vary based on the facts of each case.
"Mr. Ossi took the time to explain every option and consequence. I always felt prepared walking into court and knew he was ready to try the case if needed."
Former criminal defense client
"After my accident, John dealt with the insurance companies so I could focus on getting better. He kept me updated, answered my calls, and achieved a result that helped my family move forward."
Personal injury client
"He was straightforward, calm, and honest about what to expect. I always felt that my case mattered and that he was prepared to stand up for me."
Client review
Contact
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If you have been injured or charged with a crime in Tampa or the surrounding Tampa Bay area, contact John T. Ossi, P.A. to discuss your options. There is no charge for the initial consultation.
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Email: john@johnossilaw.com
Office: 1810 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33629
Serving clients in Tampa, Hillsborough County, and the broader Tampa Bay area.
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