Gus Centrone, an AV-Preeminent Rated attorney, has dedicated his career to the practice of law since 2006, specializing in criminal defense and consumer protection. As a distinguished graduate of the Washington & Lee University School of Law, Mr. Centrone has skillfully defended individuals accused of diverse crimes in both state and federal courts, encompassing charges such as felony drug possession/trafficking, mortgage fraud, credit card fraud, sex crimes, battery, and homicide.
Beyond this, Mr. Centrone’s expertise extends to the representation of high-profile white-collar criminal defendants, including corporate executives, judges, and sports figures, primarily in federal court. His professional endeavors also involve the representation of various entities, such as government contractors, HMOs, and local and national businesses, in matters of internal investigations and litigation.
In addition to defending the rights of corporations, Mr. Centrone is a staunch advocate for consumers, often stepping in to represent those wronged by corporate and banking malpractices. His commitment to justice is further demonstrated by his appointment as class counsel in significant actions affecting numerous consumers.
In terms of professional service, Mr. Centrone has taken on prominent leadership roles. He presently serves as Treasurer of the Tampa Bay Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and holds the title of Past President of the North Tampa Bar Association. He is also a member of the Florida Bar Consumer Protection Committee.
Awards and Honors
- 2024 Best Lawyers in America – Criminal Defense: General Practice and White-Collar, Best Lawyers
- 2022-2023 Florida Super Lawyer – Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers
- 2022 Florida Legal Elite- Criminal Law, Florida Trend
- 2021 Consumer Law Top Lawyer, TAMPA Magazine
- 2021 Florida Legal Elite- Criminal Law, Florida Trend
- 2019 Consumer Protection Attorney of the Year, TAMPA Magazine
Professional Experience
- Kynes, Markman & Felman, P.A., Summer Associate, 2005 to 2006
- Lauro Law Firm, Associate, 2006 to 2009
- Lash & Wilcox, PL, Senior Associate, 2009 to 2013
- Centrone & Shrader, PLLC, Partner, 2013 to 2019
- Kynes, Markman & Felman, P.A., Partner, 2019 to Present
Selected Publications
- The Dog Days Are Over: Traffic Stops, Terry Stops, and Dog Sniffs After Rodriguez, Federal Lawyer Magazine, 2015
- Designations & Destinations: How the Bureau of Prisons Assigns Prisoners (co-authored with Katherine Earle Yanes), American Bar Association Newsletter, 2009
- Calculating Loss From a Theft of Honest Services Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines (co-authored with Katherine Earle Yanes), ABA Criminal Litigation Committee Newsletter, 2008
- Pick Your Battles: Direct Appeals, Motions for Post-Conviction Relief, and Habeas Proceedings in Criminal Cases, Hillsborough County Bar Association Lawyer Magazine, 2007
Legal Education
- Washington & Lee University School of Law, 2003-2006
- Stetson University College of Law, Visiting Student, 2006
Admissions
- Florida, 2006
- United States District Court, Middle (2007), Southern (2017), Northern (2017)
- United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 2008
- United States Supreme Court, 2021