Altamonte Springs Criminal Lawyers

Patrick Harris is a retired judge (2003-2015) now serving as a lawyer in Central Florida. His practice focus includes Criminal, Traffic and DUI Defense, Mental Health (Baker Acts, Guardianship), Education Law (school suspensions, expulsions and disciplinary actions), Administrative Law, Small Business Law, and Child and Family Law. His 25 years of legal experience, both as a trial attorney and a judge, gives him the Legal Knowledge and Practical Wisdom to give Trusted Advice on a wide range of legal issues.

During his tenure on the bench, Mr. Harris presided over a docket that consisted of both criminal and civil cases....

If you are looking for the best Orlando family law attorney or Orlando criminal defense attorney call The 850 CALL JOE Law Firm! Orlando attorney Joe Knape is highly experienced when it comes to the matters of criminal defense and family law in Orlando and Central Florida. Joe understands the complexity of today’s legal system serving the Central Florida area for over 6 years. To make sure the highest quality legal services are provided, Joe dedicates himself to every single client and works whenever It’s necessary providing Orlando with some of the best family law and criminal defense services without...

I was first employed in the field of criminal justice in 1983. I worked for the Indiana University Police Department and was a law enforcement officer at the Bloomington, Indiana, campus. I graduated from Indiana University in 1985 with B.S. with a major in criminal justice.
I came to Florida in December 1985, when my Dad's employer transferred him from Indianapolis to Orlando. I became a Florida State Trooper in 1987. As a Trooper, I thought that the most interesting part of my job was...

Attorney Chavelys Y. Alers was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She specifically grew up in the towns of Vega Baja and Dorado. Attorney Alers is bilingual, as she is fluent in both English and Spanish. Two decades ago, Attorney Alers migrated from Puerto Rico to the mainland United States, Central Florida. Attorney Alers attended Boone High School and excelled, graduating with Honors. Attorney Alers is a proud alumnus of the University of Miami, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and an associate’s degree in Music Business & Entertainment Industries. After several years in the workforce,...

Attorney Darnelle P. Toth was born and raised in Orlando, Florida and believes that it is vitally important to serve the Central Florida local community in which she has lived her entire life. Attorney Toth attended law school a little later in life and as a result has diverse career background that includes experiences in the service industry and entrepreneurship. Attorney Toth developed her entrepreneurial and business skills at a very young age by owning and operating a Hawaiian Shaved Ice business in her early twenties. She then went to work in the airline industry which exposed her to many...

Leslie A. Sweet accepts representation of cases from criminal traffic to first degree murder in Orange, Osceola, Lake and Seminole County. She will represent clients in other jurisdictions upon consultation. Please vist her website at lawispower.com for additional information.

Since 1997, attorney Acevedo has been helping people from all walks of life during some of their most difficult and stressful times. At the Law Offices of J. Manuel Acevedo, P.A., our goal is to help you solve your legal issues. Feel free to call us or visit our website to learn more about how we may help you.

Attorney Wheelock has been in private practice since 1986, he provides services in numerous areas of law. With his military background Mr. Wheelock represents service personnel around the globe in military law, divorces with miliatry issues and in military justice matters.

A graduate of the University of Florida and practicing law since 1998, he spent three years in civil litigation in personal injury, construction law, appeals, and administrative law before becoming a prosecutor in 2001.
As a prosecutor, Bradford has handled a wide spectrum of cases while an assistant state attorney, from suspended licenses and DUI up to armed robbery and first degree murder cases. Was the DUI specialist for the State Attorney's Office for a year before returning to doing felony work. Have tried over 173 cases to a jury during that time, including fifteen first and second-degree murder cases and...

MILLICENT E. DANIELS, ESQ. hails from New Orleans, LA. Her family relocated to Jacksonville, Florida when she was a child. After graduating from high school, Ms. Daniels was awarded a full academic scholarship to the University of Florida. She is a graduate of both the University of Florida, College of Journalism and Communications (1999) (B.S. in Public Relations) and the University of Florida, College of Law (2002).

During her undergraduate studies, she was recognized as a campus leader at the University of Florida serving as a member of the Reitz Union Board of Managers and was recognized as...

LeRoy Costner is a Death Penalty Certified and experienced trial lawyer. LeRoy Costner understands when you start something, you must finish it. LeRoy has done it all - farmed cotton fields in Mississippi, and orange groves in Polk County. He had to work full time to put himself through college at Valencia Community College and Florida Southern University. During school, he worked at Universal Studios and a five star Orlando hotel as a concierge, where he learned the “fine art” of service. He then graduated from Barry University School of Law where he won the prestigious Lion of Justice...

I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2013 and have been working in the field of legal litigation ever since. In the Family Law realm, I have handled dependency cases, grandparent’s rights, dissolution of marriage both with and without children, modification of time-sharing and child support, paternity, relocation cases. My experience in Criminal Law includes both jury trials and plea negotiations for clients charged with drug trafficking, possession of cannabis, armed robbery of dwelling, and driving with a suspended license. In the civil litigation realm, I have successfully represented both Plaintiffs and Defendant in cases for breach of contracts,...

Coretta Anthony-Smith is a native Floridian, born and raised in Naples, Florida. After graduating from high school, Coretta attended Georgetown University where she earned her B.S. in Marketing. Thereafter, she worked in the insurance industry learning the ins-and-outs of the insurance industry and the inner workings of insurance companies. In 1996, Coretta began law school at the University of Florida, Levin College of Law, where she graduated in 1999. After graduating from law school, Coretta worked for two prominent insurance defense firms representing several major insurance carriers. In 2004, Coretta stopped representing insurance companies and...

Attorney Jason M. Melton, is a founding partner of Whittel & Melton. As a former state prosecutor, he continues fighting for victims bringing in some of the largest single event results in Central Florida. Jason is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and continues to be listed among SuperLawyers in Florida by Thomson Reuters. He is a Founding Member of the National Academy of Motorcycle Injury Lawyers, and in 2023 was named President. Attorney Melton is dedicated to providing clients with personalized, high-quality representation. We handle Auto Accidents, Slip and Fall, Injury, Nursing...

MEMBER OF THE FLORIDA & NORTH CAROLINA BAR With almost 20 years of experience, George Trovato has acquired the knowledge and the skills to provide effective and aggressive representation. GRADUATE OF BARRY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW He also earned The Masters of Law from Regent University School of Law. Honored by the cities of Deltona, Orange City and Port Orange. HONORED BY FLORIDA SUPREME COURT 10 YEARS IN A ROW FOR PRO-BONO WORK FOR HIS COMMUNITY Champion for hands-on classroom training & apprenticeships. SUPPORTS THE COUNCIL ON AGING George is a leader in his community and always...

John S. Hager, Esq., a seasoned criminal defense attorney and founding partner of Hager & Schwartz, P.A., offers unparalleled legal representation across Miami, Broward, and Volusia Counties. With a legal career that began in prosecution, Hager brings a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system to his defense strategies. His experience encompasses thousands of cases, including high-stakes felonies, securing his reputation for excellence in the courtroom. A University of Florida alumnus with a Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University, Hager is deeply committed to defending the rights of those accused of crimes. His memberships in prestigious legal associations, alongside multiple...

Attorney Leanna Smith is a criminal defense lawyer with nearly two decades of experience in the courtroom. As a former Volusia County prosecutor, Attorney Smith knows what it takes to effectively advocate for the defense of her clients—no matter what the situation may be. Whether you need a DUI attorney, a lawyer to defend you against drug charges, or dedicated, solid defense against any other felony or misdemeanor offense, Attorney Smith can help.

Michael J. Politis is the Daytona Beach personal injury attorney who established Politis & Matovina, P.A. He is a proud graduate of Nova University School of Law. Before he established the firm, Attorney Politis was a Prosecutor at the State Attorney’s Office in Daytona Beach and went on to become the Chief of Homicide Prosecutor with a 100% conviction rate. He has a strong track record of providing knowledgeable counsel not only in court but also in various TV shows, newspaper articles, and lectures. Attorney Politis is also recognized with the highest possible rating by Martindale-Hubble? Law Directory. Get...

I am a criminal defense attorney with extensive experience in the courtroom defending clients accused of DUI/DWI, drug crimes, sex crimes, gun crimes, white collar crimes and other criminal cases.

I am Board Certified as an Expert in Criminal Trial Law by the Florida Bar. I am AV Rated Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell, have been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, have a 10/10 rating on Avvo, and have been selected as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers.

I am a member of the Florida Bar, National College of DUI Defense, Florida Association...

An experienced trial attorney, Robert Whittel provides his clients with strong, disciplined, results-oriented representation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy. Robert graduated from both law school and the United States Merchant Marine Academy with honors, and served on the esteemed Florida Law Review. Before co-founding Whittel & Melton, a full-service law firm, Robert gained valuable experience in the court room both serving as a former prosecutor and representing large corporations in complex litigation and transactional matters. Robert is devoted to fighting for his clients’ rights. He handles all types of criminal...

Brett M. Schwartz, Esq., a leading Miami criminal defense lawyer, is well-known for his expertise and dedication in court. Influenced by his father's work as a defense attorney, Brett has a strong understanding of the legal system. He has worked both as a prosecutor and a defense lawyer, giving him a broad view of criminal cases. His education includes a degree from the University of Miami and a law degree from South Texas College of Law. Brett is highly recognized in his field, with awards like The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 in 2022, Top Attorneys in Florida in 2019,...

Mr. Bonamo received his Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of law in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1995. While in law school, Mr. Bonamo was extensively involved in Stetson’s trial practice and clinic programs. Prior to attending Stetson University, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree, with honors, from the University of Florida in 1992. Due to Mr. Bonamo’s academic achievement while at the University of Florida he was selected for membership in Phi Beta Kappa national academic honor society. He has been selected as an "Advisor" for the Florida Bar's Lawyers Advising Lawyers Program (LAL).
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I was born in Lakeland, Florida, as a fourth generation Florida native. Growing up in this state, I have earned a deep respect and admiration for Florida's laws and how those laws affect its citizens. It is because of this respect and admiration that I chose to study Political Science at The Florida State University. I then went on to earn a Juris Doctorate from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida.

My legal career began with a six-year tenure at the Office of the State Attorney in DeLand, Florida. While working as a prosecutor, I obtained the highly valued...

At The Law Office of Genine Ann Mejia we focus solely on Criminal Defense, Traffic Ticket Revocation & Family Law issues. If you are in need of legal help, feel free to call our firm today.

Brigitta Hawkins is an Of Counsel attorney with the Central Florida law firm of Bogin, Munns & Munns. Her primary areas of practice are Social Security Disability and Workers’ Compensation. She received her B.A. from University of Central Florida (2002) and her J.D. from the Florida A&M College of Law (2006).

Ms. Hawkins is the recipient of Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Service Award 2017 for the 18th Judicial Circuit and the Florida Association for Women Lawyers Leader in Law Award, along with several awards for her pro bono work.

Mr. Klemawesch is an experienced and dedicated Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney at Whittel & Melton. He provides comprehensive representation in both State and Federal Courts. Previously, Mr. Klemawesch worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pinellas County, Florida. He has extensive jury trial experience in both criminal and civil cases. Mr. Klemawesch is committed to diligent advocacy to protect his clients' rights and interests.

Mr. Klemawesch obtained his B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame, and his M.B.A. from the University of South Florida. In 2003, he received his J.D. from the University of Florida....

My name is Terrence O'Sullivan. I have been practicing Criminal Defense since 2003. I have tried cases all over the State of Florida and in the United States District Courts throughout Florida.

I have handled 1000's of cases from misdemeanor marijuana to DUI to murder charges. I give every case my full attention. My career in Criminal Defense has shown that every case affects each client differently.

I have been in private practice as well as a public defender in South and Central Florida for 16 years. I have extensive trial experience throughout the State of Florida.

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Attorney Amanda Kazzi is passionately committed to advocating for individuals facing legal challenges such as arrest, criminal charges, family law disputes, and estate planning and probate matters. Recognizing the complexity and gravity of these issues, she believes no one should navigate them alone. With Mrs. Kazzi, you can expect unwavering dedication and top-tier representation at every stage of the legal process. Mrs. Kazzi's journey into law began at a tender age, accompanying her grandfather to courtrooms where she developed a profound appreciation for justice and the intricacies of legal proceedings. Inspired by her grandfather's dedication to fairness, she pursued a legal...

Politis & Matovina, P.A. is proud to have David A. Shekhter as one of their esteemed Daytona Beach personal injury lawyers. Attorney Shekhter is a graduate of Stetson University College of Law and spent his internship under the wing of Chief Judge David Levy in the Florida 3rd District Court of Appeals. He has dedicated his career to pursuing personal injury cases as well as criminal defense and immigration law. Attorney Shekhter is a native of Daytona Beach and speaks English and Russian fluently. Call Politis & Matovina, P.A. today and schedule a free consultation with Attorney Shekhter.

Attorney Larry Avallone is a Florida Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert, a former Deputy Sheriff and a former State Prosecutor.

When you retain Larry Avallone to help you with your legal issue, you will have a Florida Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert on your side. Additionally, he knows what the law enforcement officers and prosecutors are thinking from first-hand experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Prior to joining Whittel & Melton, Mr. Sheslow served as an Assistant Public Defender in Manatee County, Florida. Mr. Sheslow accumulated an impressive trial record while with the Public Defender’s Office. He was quickly promoted from a Misdemeanor to Felony case load in less than 10 months. Mr. Sheslow has tried over 20 cases ranging from DUIs and Domestic Batteries to life felonies. He has earned acquittals in serious cases such as firearms offenses and sex offenses. Additionally, Mr. Sheslow completed the National Criminal Defense Lawyers College held at Mercer College of Law in Macon, Georgia, where he learned from...