The Sword & Shield story
Based in Tallahassee, Florida, Sword & Shield Law Firm is a modern boutique practice built on the pillars of responsive representation and clear communication. Our mission is to provide sophisticated legal defense for clients navigating complex regulatory landscapes and high-stakes personal matters.
We believe that relentless advocacy requires more than just legal knowledge—it demands a modern approach to the attorney-client relationship. At Sword & Shield, we prioritize clarity and speed, ensuring our clients are never left in the dark while we fight for their interests in and out of the courtroom.
80+
Years of trial experience
5 X
Awarded Best Choice
Meet Your Defense Team
Adrian S. Middleton
Founding Attorney, Sword & Shield, PLLC
As the founding attorney of Sword & Shield, PLLC, Adrian S. Middleton protects clients throughout Florida in high-stakes criminal, civil, and regulatory matters. Trusted when the stakes are highest, he provides the battle-tested advocacy needed to navigate complex legal challenges.
Gus Harper
of Counsel, Sword & Shield, PLLC
Gus Harper serves as Of Counsel at Sword & Shield, PLLC, acting as a trusted general counsel to businesses across diverse industries. A seasoned trial lawyer and strategic advisor, he delivers the expert litigation and corporate guidance necessary to protect your organization's interests.
Our attorneys bring battle-tested experience to every case, providing aggressive advocacy and tailored legal strategies.
Nathan Prince
Of Counsel, Sword & Shield, PLLC. Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Nathan Prince serves as Of Counsel at Sword & Shield, PLLC. A seasoned Tallahassee trial attorney with experience in thousands of cases, he provides aggressive representation in criminal defense and personal injury matters across trial and appellate courts.
Stephen Webster
Of Counsel, Sword & Shield, PLLC
As Of Counsel at Sword & Shield, PLLC, Stephen G. Webster brings a unique perspective as a former construction professional turned trial lawyer. He is a fierce advocate dedicated to protecting his clients, driven by a foundational promise to never sacrifice justice for the sake of convenience.
Our Values in Your Corner
Integrity
We maintain the highest ethical standards, ensuring honesty and transparency in every legal strategy we build for you.
Relentless Advocacy
We don't just represent; we fight. Our team is committed to persistent defense and achieving the best possible results.
Clear Communication
Legal jargon stays in the courtroom. We provide clear, responsive, and straightforward updates on your case status.
Practical Advice
We offer business-minded solutions and practical strategies that consider the real-world impact on your future.
80+ Years Legacy
With over 80 years in business, our firm brings deep-rooted community ties and historic litigation expertise to every case.
Complex Litigation
We handle high-stakes regulatory and civil disputes with sophisticated strategies tailored to protect your professional interests.
What Our Clients Say
"The defense team at Sword & Shield was relentless. They didn't just explain the law; they fought for my professional license as if it were their own."
A. Sterling
Licensure Defense
"Incredibly responsive. I never felt in the dark while navigating a complex regulatory audit. David provided clarity and practical advice when I needed it most."
M. Rodriguez
Regulatory Defense
"Clear communication and battle-tested expertise. Marcus and his team navigated our criminal defense matter with total integrity and sophistication."
L. Vance
Criminal Defense