Doug Tidwell, a Gulf Breeze native, is the owner and lead attorney at Tidwell & Associates. Doug’s journey into law at Auburn University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2010.
Following that, Doug pursued his Juris Doctorate degree at the Florida Coastal School of Law. Doug’s dedication to gaining legal experience led him to clerkships that helped to hone his legal acumen. His first job landed him at the First District Court of Appeal in Tallahassee, diving into the intricacies of appellate law. Additionally, he gained invaluable experience while clerking at the St. Johns County Office of the State Attorney near St. Augustine, developing a deep understanding of the nuances of prosecution and criminal law.
Graduating in 2014, Doug returned to Gulf Breeze, bringing with him a wealth of legal expertise and a renewed commitment to community. Today, he proudly resides in the Panhandle community with his family, which includes his wife Victoria, their daughter Adeline, their son Jack, and a Labrador named Tessie.
Beyond the courtroom, Doug’s interests and passions reflect the coastal lifestyle that defines the Gulf Breeze region. An avid golfer, you can find Doug on the golf course as well as fishing in the waters of the Gulf or enjoying a good bird hunt.
