Biography

Sophia Birriel-Sanchez is a skilled litigator with a strong foundation in criminal prosecution, now representing clients in complex civil litigation at Adams | Coogler, P.A. Before joining the firm, she served as a state prosecutor, focusing on high-level cases involving white collar crime, organized crime, and election law violations. This experience honed her ability to manage intricate investigations, develop strategic case theories, and succeed in high-pressure courtroom environments.

During her prosecutorial career, Sophia led efforts on multi-agency investigations involving fraud, racketeering, and election-related offenses—cases that demanded precision, discretion, and in-depth legal analysis. She now brings that same discipline and courtroom acuity to her civil litigation practice.

At Adams Coogler, Sophia draws on her background in criminal law to defend clients in matters involving professional liability, complex commercial disputes, insurance defense, and regulatory investigations. Known for her thorough preparation, strategic focus, and persuasive advocacy, she is committed to protecting her clients’ interests at every stage of litigation.

Admissions

  • Florida Bar – 2021

Education

  • J.D., cum laude, Louisiana State University – Paul M. Hebert Law Center
  • Founder, the LSU Law Journal for Social Justice & Policy

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Honors & Accolades

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Notable Cases

  • State of Florida v. Paul Davis, Case Number 2022-CF-1566, Role: First chair, Charges: Trafficking in 28 grams or more of methamphetamines, Jury trial result: Guilty as charged
  • State of Florida v. Christopher Shea, Case Number 2022-CF-1101, Role: First chair, Charge: Possession of 10 grams or more of a controlled substance, Jury trial result: Guilty as charged
  • State of Florida v. Q’uontavius Leon Heggs, Case Number 2022-CF-565, Role: First chair, Charges: Delivery of cocaine, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, possession of cocaine, possession of methamphetamine, Jury trial result: Guilty as charged on all counts
  • State of Florida v. Bryan Lee, Case Number 2021-CF-3720. Role: First chair, Charges: Shooting at, within, or into a vehicle, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, improper exhibition of a firearm, Jury trial result: Guilty as charged on count 1, guilty of the lesser included offense of improper exhibition on count 2, guilty as charged on count 3
  • State of Florida v. Victor Manuel Rodriguez-Rivera, Case Number 2021-CF-2427, Role: Second chair, Charges: Aggravated battery with a firearm, shooting at, within, or into a building, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Jury trial result: Guilty as charged on all counts
  • State of Florida v. Johncy Sylvaince, Case Number 2021-CF-2296, Role: Second chair, Charges: Lewd or lascivious molestation (victim under 12 years old), attempted sexual battery (victim under 12 years old), lewd and lascivious behavior (victim under 16 years old), Jury trial result: Guilty as charged on all counts
  • State of Florida v. Rosedor Gabriel, Case Number 2021-CF-540, Role: Second chair, Charges: Sexual battery (victim between 12-18 years old), lewd or lascivious molestation (victim between 12-15 years old), Jury trial result: Guilty as charged on all counts
  • State of Florida v. Chrystal Washburn, Case Number 2021-CF-1153, Role: Second chair, Charges: Organized scheme to defraud ($50,000 or more), money laundering, false information on contractor’s application license, fraudulent use of personal identification information, unlicensed contracting during state of emergency, insurance fraud, concealing information to avoid worker’s compensation premium, Jury trial result: Guilty as charged on all counts, except jury found guilty of lesser included offense of concealing information to avoid worker’s compensation premium

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In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family..

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