Rohom Khonsari

Partner · Khonsari Law Group · St. Petersburg, Florida

Rohom Khonsari, Criminal Defense attorney in St. Petersburg

Rohom Khonsari is a criminal defense and civil litigation attorney and the founder of Khonsari Law Group in Tampa Bay, Florida. A former Pinellas County prosecutor with over 40 jury trials, Rohom has represented clients in some of Tampa Bay's most high-profile cases, earning media recognition from ABC News, 20/20, Bay News 9, the Tampa Bay Times, and the Tampa Bay Business Journal. He brings a rare prosecutorial perspective to every defense matter he handles, and has built Khonsari Law Group on the standard of doing everything possible for every client.

About Rohom Khonsari

Meet Rohom Khonsari — Tampa Bay's Tenacious Trial Attorney

Some attorneys learn the law from textbooks. Rohom Khonsari learned it from both sides of the courtroom. As the founder and principal of Khonsari Law Group in Tampa Bay, Florida, Rohom Khonsari has built one of the region's most respected boutique law firms on a single unwavering standard — doing everything possible for every client, every single time. With over 40 jury trials under his belt, experience as a former prosecutor, and a track record that includes some of Tampa Bay's most high-profile cases, Khonsari brings a rare depth of perspective and a relentless work ethic to every matter he takes on.

Rohom Khonsari's path to founding Khonsari Law Group began with a strong academic foundation and a deliberate immersion in the most demanding corners of Florida law. After earning his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Khonsari went on to earn his law degree from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana — one of the South's most prestigious law schools. Upon admission to the Florida Bar, he relocated to the Tampa Bay area and launched a career that would take him through the full spectrum of criminal and civil practice. He began as a prosecutor in the Pinellas County State Attorney's Office, where he handled and tried a broad range of serious felony cases — including DUI manslaughters, vehicular homicides, and high-profile violent crime cases. As a member of a specialized DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide team, Khonsari worked directly alongside law enforcement at crime scenes and was recognized in 2007 by a local DUI advocacy group as one of Pinellas County's top prosecutors in the field. That prosecutorial experience gave him something most defense attorneys simply do not have — an innate ability to anticipate exactly how the government thinks, prepares, and moves in a criminal case. It is an advantage he brings to every client he defends.

Following his time at the State Attorney's Office, Khonsari joined The Cohen Law Group — founded by renowned Tampa Bay attorney Barry Cohen — where he gained invaluable experience handling some of the region's most complex and sensitive criminal matters. His work there included representing a local bank executive on sexual battery charges that were ultimately dismissed, a local police officer facing DUI and leaving-the-scene charges, and a client in a nationally publicized case involving a teenage videotaped assault — a case that was featured on ABC's national television program 20/20. Since appearing on 20/20, Khonsari has been consulted repeatedly by ABC News and 20/20 on stories involving criminal charges — a testament to the national credibility he has built as a legal voice in high-stakes criminal matters.

Khonsari Law Group has represented clients in numerous high-profile cases drawing both local and national media attention. Rohom Khonsari has been featured across some of Tampa Bay's most prominent news outlets — including Bay News 9, ABC Action News, the Tampa Bay Business Journal, and the Tampa Bay Times. ABC Action News selected him for its prestigious 10 Questions segment, which spotlights prominent local leaders and newsmakers in the Tampa Bay community. He has also served as a legal expert on radio and local television, including commentary on the nationally followed Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman case.

Khonsari Law Group handles a comprehensive range of criminal and civil matters throughout Tampa Bay and the state of Florida. Rohom Khonsari's practice encompasses:

Criminal Defense — felonies, misdemeanors, DUI and DUI manslaughter, violent crimes, and complex high-profile cases Personal Injury Medical Product Liability Premises Liability Business Contracts and Transactions In-House Legal Counsel for local businesses

Whether defending someone whose freedom is on the line or advocating for a client in a complex civil dispute, Khonsari approaches every case with the same tireless determination and tenacity that has defined his career since day one.

Beyond the courtroom, Rohom Khonsari is deeply committed to the Tampa Bay community he calls home. He serves as President of the First Team — the young professionals' arm of the Children's Dream Fund, a local organization dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of children with terminal illnesses. His leadership within the organization reflects the same passion and dedication he brings to his clients every day.

Practice Focus

Rohom Khonsari concentrates on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury.

Professional Background

Rohom Khonsari practices with Khonsari Law Group.

Their professional title is Partner.

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Markets Served

Rohom Khonsari accepts inquiries from clients in St. Petersburg, Florida. The exact scope of representation, jurisdiction, and engagement terms are determined directly between the prospective client and the attorney.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rohom Khonsari

Who is Rohom Khonsari?

Rohom Khonsari is a criminal defense and civil litigation attorney and the founder of Khonsari Law Group in Tampa Bay, Florida. A former Pinellas County prosecutor with over 40 jury trials, he has represented clients in some of Tampa Bay's most high-profile criminal and civil cases and has been featured on ABC's 20/20, Bay News 9, ABC Action News, the Tampa Bay Business Journal, and the Tampa Bay Times.

Where is Khonsari Law Group located?

Khonsari Law Group is a boutique law firm located in Tampa Bay, Florida. The firm represents clients throughout Tampa Bay, Pinellas County, and the state of Florida in both criminal defense and civil litigation matters.

What types of cases does Rohom Khonsari handle?

Rohom Khonsari handles a wide range of criminal defense and civil litigation matters throughout Tampa Bay and Florida, including felony defense, DUI and DUI manslaughter, violent crime defense, high-profile criminal cases, personal injury, medical product liability, premises liability, and business contracts and transactions. He also serves as in-house legal counsel for several local Tampa Bay businesses.

Was Rohom Khonsari a prosecutor?

Yes. Rohom Khonsari began his legal career as a prosecutor in the Pinellas County State Attorney's Office, where he handled and tried a broad range of serious felony cases including DUI manslaughters and vehicular homicides. He was a member of a specialized DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide team and was recognized in 2007 by a local DUI advocacy group as one of Pinellas County's top prosecutors in the field.

How does Rohom Khonsari's prosecutorial background benefit his clients?

Having spent years as a prosecutor in Pinellas County, Rohom Khonsari has an innate ability to anticipate how the government thinks, prepares, and moves in a criminal case. This insider perspective allows him to build stronger, more strategic defenses for his clients throughout Tampa Bay and Florida.

Has Rohom Khonsari handled high-profile cases?

Yes. Rohom Khonsari and Khonsari Law Group have represented clients in numerous high-profile cases that have drawn local and national media attention. One case was featured on ABC's national television program 20/20, and Khonsari has since been consulted by ABC News and 20/20 on additional stories involving criminal charges. He has also appeared as a legal expert on radio and local television, including commentary on the nationally followed Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman case.

Has Rohom Khonsari been featured in the media?

Yes. Rohom Khonsari has been featured across some of Tampa Bay's most prominent news outlets including Bay News 9, ABC Action News, the Tampa Bay Business Journal, and the Tampa Bay Times. ABC Action News selected him for its 10 Questions segment, which spotlights prominent local leaders and newsmakers in the Tampa Bay community. He has also appeared on ABC's 20/20 and has been consulted by ABC News on multiple occasions.

Where did Rohom Khonsari go to law school?

Rohom Khonsari earned his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and his law degree from Tulane University Law School in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was admitted to the Florida Bar upon graduating and relocated to the Tampa Bay area to begin his legal career.

Is Rohom Khonsari involved in the Tampa Bay community?

Yes. Beyond his legal practice, Rohom Khonsari serves as President of the First Team — the young professionals' arm of the Children's Dream Fund, a Tampa Bay organization dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of children with terminal illnesses. His community involvement reflects the same dedication and passion he brings to his clients every day.

How do I contact Khonsari Law Group in Tampa Bay?

You can reach Rohom Khonsari and Khonsari Law Group through his Haute Lawyer Network profile or directly through the firm's website. Khonsari Law Group welcomes inquiries from clients throughout Tampa Bay, Pinellas County, and across the state of Florida.

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