West Bradenton Criminal Lawyers

I have been a Licensed Attorney in Florida since 1986. I limit my practice to the defense of the accused, Criminal Law. I have tried over 250 cases to verdict and filed more than 500 motions to suppress illegal gathered evidence. I have no associates, so when you hire Scott Hecker, you get Scott Hecker.

For aggressive defense against your criminal charges, contact Rudenberg & Glasser, P.A. Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, attorneys at the firm make themselves available to clients 24/7. Together, the legal team has handled thousands of cases in the Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach Counties, and they are prepared to make your case their firm’s next big success. To benefit from a free consultation with a lawyer from the firm, call Rudenberg & Glasser, P.A. today.

Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorney Phillip Menditto formerly worked for the state prosecutors office. He is experienced in trial litigation and understands both sides of the law. As your defense attorney he will do everything to get you the best possible outcome. Mr. Menditto will meet with you right away to consider your best defense options and examine every aspect of your case. Timing is imperative! Sometimes charges can be dismissed, some lessened, you may even be able to avoid going to trial. Sometimes mistakes are made in the arrest process, he may secure a private investigator. Waiting for the...

Mr. Ivan Mercado was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in the United States. Mr. Mercado is a graduate of Brandeis University in Waltham, MA; Northeastern University School of Law, in Boston, MA; and also has a LL. M. in Human Rights, which he received in 2005, graduating summa cum laude and Valedictorian of his class at Saint Thomas University School of Law in Miami, FL. Mr. Mercado began his legal career in 1996, as a law clerk to the Justices of the Superior Court of Massachusetts. After completing his one year clerkship with the Superior Court,...

Attorney Casey Bryant Drunk-Driving Defense . Criminal Defense . Drug Defense Casey Bryant, P.A. Attorney Bryant is a true criminal defense attorney. While in law school, Attorney Bryant participated in two felony trials as a second chair and an Attempted First Degree Murder trial as lead counsel. In addition, Attorney Bryant handled hundreds of criminal cases, both misdemeanor and felony, while participating as a Certified Legal Intern with the 4th Judicial Circuit Public Defenders office. In law school, Attorney Bryant received six book awards, given to the highest cumulative grade in the class for topics, including Evidence, Criminal Pre-Trial Litigation and Pre-Trial Motion Drafting....

For 36 years I have represented persons accused of felony and misdemeanor offenses. I offer personal service and have the experience and dedication to help you through a difficult time.

Bruce L. Udolf is the founder and principal attorney at Bruce L. Udolf, P.A., a South Florida criminal defense law firm focusing on white-collar and federal criminal law in Fort Lauderdale, Miami and West Palm Beach. Bruce brings more than 40 years of experience as a white-collar criminal trial lawyer to every case he handles and is devoted to achieving the best outcome for every client.

Distinguished prosecutorial career
Bruce earned his law degree at Emory Law School in 1979. After serving a judicial clerkship, he began working as an Assistant District Attorney for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit of Georgia. In 1982,...

Bill Gunter is a dedicated criminal defense attorney with a proven track record of defending clients against a wide range of charges, from misdemeanors to life felonies. With a background in litigation, ethics investigations, and military service, Bill brings a unique and disciplined approach to defending his clients' rights. Military Service & Education After graduating from high school in Montgomery, Alabama, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving as an infantryman in TOW and Scout Platoons, 2nd Tank Battalion, from 2003 to 2007. He deployed twice to Fallujah, Iraq, in 2005 and 2006 before receiving an honorable discharge as a Sergeant. Using...

Our founding partner, Joshua D. Zelman, was born and raised in Miami-Dade County. The son of two small business owners, he learned the value of hard work and a good name at an early age. He attended high school at MAST Academy where he was heavily involved in the only Coast Guard Junior ROTC program in the country. After serving aboard the United States Coast Guard Barque Eagle, Josh left high school early to matriculate at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida.

Josh graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology in 2000. His last semester was spent...

Recently admitted to the United States Supreme Court. Member of Illinois Bar since 1987 and Florida Bar since 1995. Also admitted to the United States federal Court for Illinois and Florida as well as the U.S. bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida and the United States Supreme Court.

I have started my own firm to expand into personal injury law. I am committed to helping victims understand their rights and their options for recovery and guiding them through an often overwhelming system. I am totally at home in court and will never hesitate to take a claim to trial when my clients are not getting what they deserve from the at-fault party. I am also motivated to take new criminal law clients, particularly those facing federal drug charges and any matter in state court.

One of my first jobs as an attorney was...

Former Chief Prosecutor of the Miami-Dade County Courts and then Senior Trial Attorney of Narcotics. 40 years of criminal defense experience. Conducted over 350 jury trials in both state and federal courts.

Jacksonville Criminal Attorney James Davis has successfully defended thousands of criminal offenders charged with drug offenses, robberies, burglaries, sexual offenses, economic crimes, and DUI’s.

Robert Fishback has worked as a former prosecutor (1991-1999), former bank attorney, and former insurance defense attorney. These experiences are put into practice every day in this practice. Robert Fishback has participated in over 70 jury trials, and over 100 Family Law trials in his career. This firm has the experience to help clients through what can be a difficult legal process.

Located in historic Riverside in Jacksonville, Florida, our office is located at 2254 Riverside Avenue. We provide courteous and efficient attention to our clients, while working hard to help you obtain the best possible result for your legal issues. Attorney Bill Johnson began practicing law upon his admission to the State Bar of Georgia in 1997 after graduating from Georgia State University College of Law in Atlanta earlier that year. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1998. Bill currently practices law in state and federal courts in both Florida and Georgia. He...

Founding Attorney Jason K.S. Porter and his associates have 90+ years of combined experienced and have collectively helped thousands of clients. Our attorneys have been recognized for their legal skills in the fields of DUI, family law, criminal defense, personal injury, and business law. Our top-rated attorneys have earned numerous accolades, and Attorney Porter has a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating and a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Rating. Mr. Porter has a courtroom advantage for DUI and criminal defense cases, because he is a former prosecuting attorney.

Gonzalo Andux is a graduate of the University of Florida, and the University of Florida College of Law. During his tenure, Gonzalo worked in every criminal division. After 1989, he worked as a senior attorney in the Homicide Division and handled numerous death penalty cases. He has extensive experience handling sexual battery, child abuse, capital sexual battery, arson cases, and major violent crimes. He was the lead attorney in the Special Defense Unit for many years. Mr. Andux has taught and lectured in the areas of criminal law for the Florida Public Defender Association and he has taught Business...

Attorney Samuel Yeboah is a highly experienced South Florida trial attorney who focuses his practice on personal injury cases. He is a seasoned lawyer who has won trial verdicts and negotiated strong settlements for injured clients and for the families of deceased clients. He has been helping accident victims get justice since 1996. Mr. Yeboah received his law degree from the prestigious University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the same school.

He is the founder of Yeboah Law Group, P.A., which fights for people who need help the most — clients who have suffered severe...

Carrie L. Rentz is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Orlando, Florida, whose career spans two decades of dedicated service and courtroom success. After earning her law degree, Carrie began her legal journey in 2004 as an Assistant State Attorney for the 18th Judicial Circuit, where she prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. It was during this time that she discovered her true passion: defending individuals accused of crimes and safeguarding their rights under the law. Following several years of part‑time work with the Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel—while simultaneously building her own private practice—Carrie took the...

As the founder at Law Firm Ocala, Attorney Jerrod Williams has earned a strong reputation as the Ocala criminal defense lawyer clients can trust. He is dedicated to protecting his clients’ rights and best interests, helping them stay out of jail and safeguarding their futures. He takes the constitutional right to liberty and freedom seriously and believes they are worthy of his utmost protection. Jerrod has years of professional experience doing just that – representing individuals of all walks of life as well as a Fortune 500 company. Jerrod’s commitment to his clients’ interests has earned him a reputation as...

Attorney Steven Miles Kinsell is a lifelong resident of Gainesville, Florida and is dedicated to defending individuals who are facing all types of criminal charges. He is a former State prosecutor with extensive experience in DUI drug cases and he uses his insight to benefit his clients’ defense cases. Attorney Kinsell is recognized for his dedication strong advocacy as a Gainesville criminal defense attorney.

Ken Eulo grew up in Los Angeles, California. As a student, he was consistently in the top ten percent of his advanced program of classes. He was also a top athlete and served as a mentor and assistant coach on baseball teams for Mentally and Physically Challenged Children. He moved to Central Florida in 1996 and attended the University of Central Florida on a Bright Future’s Scholarship in 2000, where he studied Criminal Justice and Pre-Law. During his internship with the Public Defender’s Office in Orlando Florida, he assisted in defending several misdemeanor and felony criminal cases. In 2010, Ken...

Attorney John D. Whitaker is a native of Gainesville, Florida and is a dedicated Gainesville criminal defense lawyer. As a former State prosecutor, he understands both sides of the process and can provide effective representation for anyone facing criminal charges. He has handled hundreds of criminal cases and continues to attend seminars to ensure that he can provide his clients with the best possible defense.

Solo Practitioner, Practice is LIMITED to Criminal Defense, Marion and Sumter counties. Former prosecutor and senior assistant public defender. Prior to becoming an attorney, my work history consisted of ALL legal jobs, ranging from working at the US Attorney's Office, to the Inspector General's Office assisting with criminal investigations for the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, to clerking for the Chief Federal Judge in the Middle District of Florida.

Donald Lykkebak has always committed his practice to criminal law. Having worked both as a prosecutor and defense attorney, he knows the Florida system, from county courts to state and federal jurisdictions. He has handled nearly every possible type of crime, from minor marijuana offenses to murder. These have included several highly publicized trials. Over the years, Don Lykkebak has handled a high volume of drug cases. These range from personal possession to trafficking charges. He is experienced at recognizing complicated search and seizure issues when present in any case. Mr. Lykkebak also represents clients charged with any crime...

Stephen has been a resident of Brevard County for over 20 years. He has seen this county change from an orange grove field to the booming cities we see now. Stephen attended most of his schooling here in Brevard, including Tropical Elementary, Thomas Jefferson Junior High and Merritt Island High School. Stephen is also a graduate of Stetson University and Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville. Through out his career, Stephen has dedicated himself to helping those who are lost in the legal system. From his time spent working in Legal Aid, working at the Public Defenders office in...