Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in orlando | 135 available

135 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in orlando, Florida, including Lenora Easter, LeRoy Costner, Lindsey Gergely, and Lisa Franchina. These lawyers are rated between 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 and 54% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Lenora Easter

10226 Curry Ford Road , Orlando , Florida 32825
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“me. From the moment I spoke to Miss Easter she was on the case. I was a mess and very upset at the”
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“I know Ms. Easter from law school and am confident in her ability to aggressively represent her clients in their time of need.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mark NeJame

Firm: NeJame Law
111 North Orange Avenue, , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Personal Injury
Mark NeJame is the Founder and Senior Partner of NeJame Law. Mark received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida and graduated with his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida, College of Law, in 1980. NeJame Law maintains its primary office in Orlando. Mark has routinely handled state and federal cases and clients throughout the U.S. He has practiced in numerous counties throughout Florida and in all 3 Florida federal district courts; the Middle, Northern and Southern. In addition to Florida, he has represented clients and handled cases in numerous other states and districts throughout the United States and the Caribbean, including cases in Georgia, Texas, Massachusetts, California, New York, Virgin Islands, New Jersey, Michigan, North Carolina, and Virginia.. For the first 25 years of his 40+ year career, Mark primarily devoted his practice to criminal defense. He developed a state and national reputation by passionately representing thousands of clients charged with essentially every type of criminal offense. Because of the demand for him and his firm to provide additional legal services, NeJame Law expanded its practice areas 17 years ago to include personal injury and civil/commercial litigation divisions, offering the same standards of excellence, reputation, negotiating, and trial skills for which he and his firm have become renowned.. NeJame Law's vibrant Personal Injury Division and team helps and represents those who have been injured in everything from vehicle accidents, to negligent security, to excessive force by law enforcement cases. Personal attention, a dedication to excellence, and a relentless pursuit for compensatory justice for those in an accident or injured are the cornerstones of the division.. The Civil and Commercial Litigation Division is similarly dedicated with the same measure of excellence to a variety of areas which includes contractual and corporate controversies, defamation, employment cases, sexual harassment, probate disputes, and multiple other matters.. Founder and Senior Partner, Mark is driven in making certain that his Firm and its team of trial attorneys provide creative, aggressive, ethical and compassionate representation in seeking the best results on behalf of its clients.. Although most of Mark's and the firm’s cases involve regular people and their families who find themselves hurt, accused, or needing help with a legal challenge, Mark has handled innumerable high profile and media cases throughout his career and is highly regarded as a media expert and legal analyst. Clients have included lawyers, entertainers, judges, professionals, celebrities, professional athletes, congresspeople, politicians, high ranking law enforcement officials and renowned business people. The majority of such cases often are kept off the public radar and become resolved quietly. A small number of others either necessitate public exposure or proper handling with the media. With his vast media experience, as well as his substantial legal background, Mark has often been called The Fixer as he has vast experience knowing how to navigate and strategize a case and his clients through issues, landmines, adversaries, and the media.. Among the many awards and accolades, Mark NeJame has been honored to receive are:. 1. NeJame Law was selected in the Orlando Business Journal annual reader's poll as The Best Law Firm in Orlando Central Florida.. 2. For decades Mark has been recognized in the Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys, which acknowledges but a small number of the leading lawyers in the United States.. 3. Mark is an AV rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating given by the organization, which is a nationally recognized attorney rating service. This ranking is the top ranking for both legal skills and ethics.. 4. Orlando Leisure Magazine has listed Mark NeJame among Orlando's Best Lawyers.. 5. Mark has also been recognized in the prestigious Florida Trend Magazine's Legal Elite as one of the best attorneys in Florida.. 6. He has been the subject of numerous newspaper and magazine articles, being referred to as "Orlando's Own Johnny Cochran", " The Power Worthy", "Defender is a Contender", "Orlando Power Couple", and the "Voice for the Voiceless".. 7. Mark NeJame has been named among Orlando's 50 Most Powerful People for multiple years in Orlando Magazine's Most Powerful annual list.. 8. Dedicated to service to others, Mark has been very active in a variety of civil, charity and political functions, having hosted multiple charitable and political events.. 9. Mark is co-founder and intimately involved, along with his wife, with Runway to Hope, a charity that provides assistance, research, help and support to children with pediatric cancer and their families. Runway to Hope has raised over $10,000,00 for pediatric cancer patients, has been voted multiple times as The Best Charity Event of the Year in different publications. 10. Along with his wife, Josie, they received the Award for Excellence in Fundraising by a Nonprofit, by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) in Runway to Hope’s first year.. 11. Mark and Josie were also awarded Lifetime Achievement Award for Philanthropy by AFP in a later year.. 12. Mark was contracted as a Legal Analyst and Commentator for both CNN and HLN (HeadLine News), speaking frequently to a national and international audience on the major national cases of the day.. 13. At various times, because of Mark’s reputation as a legal and media expert, Mark was also a Legal Analyst and providing legal commentary for WKMG(CBS affiliate), WFTV(ABC affiliate), and Central Florida News 13.. 14. Being recognized as Humanitarian of the Year by Onyx Magazine, Florida’s largest circulated magazine to the African-American community, is among Mark’s most treasured awards.. 15. Frequently sought out as a legal speaker, lecturer and commentator Mark has been recognized and awarded by numerous organizations. He has been a featured speaker for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National Association of Black Narcotics Officers, innumerable other law enforcement groups, the Florida Private Investigators Association and numerous other associations.. 16. In addition to the previous regular appearances on CNN and HLN, Mark has appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Morning Show, Anderson Cooper 360, Piers Morgan Show, The Canadian News Network (CBC), Nancy Grace Show, The Dr. Phil Show, Dr. Drew Show, MSNBC, FOX News, Joy Behar Show, Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell, Geraldo Rivera, Studio B with Shepard Smith, Inside Edition, Greta van Susteren, Court TV, TruTv, as well others, and a variety of ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox national and local news segments and outlets.. 17. Mark had been nominated on two separate occasions as an Emmy Nominee. Along with the rest of the WKMG new team, he provided ongoing legal analysis and commentary on the Casey Anthony trial. He has recently been co-nominated for a heart rendering video that was produced for Runway to Hope.. 18. A graduate of Edgewater High School, Mark was selected to join its Hall of Fame.. 19. Mark has regularly been interviewed or featured in a variety of news publications and magazines, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, People Magazine, The Atlantic, the New Yorker, the New York Post, as well as numerous others.. 20. Because of his legal expertise Mark had been invited as a guest instructor, for over 20 years, teaching law enforcement professionals courtroom and legal strategies and the law.
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“I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Mark is a great lawyer and a compassionate human being. Works hard to ensure his clients receive excellent treatment and fair outcome.”
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“I have had the best experience with NeJame law ! Sam was on top of my case which gave me some peace of mind through the long process. After my accident having someone with such com…”
— Faythe Adams
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Muna Abraham

Firm: Longwell Lawyers
390 N Orange Ave , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Muna Abraham is a phenomenal attorney who goes above and beyond in her work. Collaborating with her has been an exceptional professional journey. Muna's profound legal expertise, m…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Monica Victorica

Firm: Ladan Law Firm
121 S. Orange Ave, Suite 1420 , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense
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“Ms. Victorica is an excellent, well-seasoned lawyer who knows the law. She will be in your corner to help you through the criminal justice system. She is also an consummate profess…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michelle Yard

Firm: Law Office of Michelle Yard, PLLC
1317 Edgewater Dr , Orlando , Florida 32804
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Panella

Firm: Panella Law Firm
1238 East Concord Street , Orlando , Florida 32803
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Attorney Michael Panella has dedicated his professional career to criminal defense and family law matters, with a focus on giving a strong voice in the courtroom to those who need it the most. Even in his first year in law school he was hired at a prestigious criminal defense law firm and was granted an exception to the University of Florida's general "no outside work" rule due to his outstanding scholastic achievements. He was also President of the Law School's Phi Alpha Delta organization. In addition to receiving his Juris Doctor with honors, he was awarded the University of Florida Levin College of Law Criminal Justice Certificate, a Pro-Bono Certificate of Outstanding Achievement, and the Community Service Award Certificate for Outstanding Achievement.. From there, Mr. Panella went on to become a contributing member to the defense in the State v. George Zimmerman case, was instrumental in achieving favorable pretrial appellate decisions, and contributed to jury selection and general trial strategy including a heavy focus on self-defense matters.. Mr. Panella also spent time working at a respected capital appellate firm where he worked on state and federal death penalty appeals and postconviction motions for relief.. Prior to opening his practice, Mr. Panella proudly served as an Assistant Public Defender for the 18th Judicial Circuit in both Brevard and Seminole Counties.. Mr. Panella enjoys spending time with his wife and two young boys, and working to get great results for clients in the courtroom.
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“I endorse this lawyer. We have worked together on a few cases and he is dedicated to his clients.”
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“Mr. Panella was an incredible attorney to have during my divorce. He made a difficult time much easier with his professionalism, clear communication, and genuine care. He stayed on…”
— Abby Samaan
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Michael LaFay

Firm: NeJame Law
189 South Orange Av , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Criminal Defense
Michael LaFay Trial Attorney graduated from the American University Law School in Washington, D.C. in 1983. He was admitted to the New York Bar in 1984 and the Florida Bar in 1985. Michael LaFay is board certified in Criminal Law by the Florida Bar and has achieved an "AV" rating overall, which is the highest ranking bestowed by Martindale-Hubbell, the national attorney ranking service. He has practiced in Central Florida as a trial attorney for the past 27 years and has litigated over 300 jury trials. During that time, he has served as a criminal defense attorney and also as a prosecutor with the Office of Statewide Prosecution where he specialized in white-collar offenses, racketeering and narcotic wiretap/conspiracy cases. Recent significant trials that Michael has won include two murder trials, one of which charged a triple homicide and also a major pill mill case which was dismissed at trial by the judge.
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“xceptional technical skills, and meticulous preparation, he was able to win at trial and justice was”
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“Michael LaFay is an amazing attorney who knows the law and strategies so well.”

Michael Califano

10151 University Blvd Pmb 192 , Orlando , Florida 32817
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Mark O'Mara

Firm: Mark M. O'Mara, P.A.
221 NE Ivanhoe Blvd , Orlando , Florida 32804
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Mark M. O’Mara has been a fixture in the Central Florida legal community since 1982.  He started his career as a prosecutor for the State Attorney’s office in Seminole County, then crossed to the other side of the courtroom and has served as a defense attorney ever since.  Mark is one of the very few lawyers in Florida who is Board Certified in both Criminal Trial Law and Marital and Family Law, and he is certified in Collaborative Law and is a Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and Circuit Civil Mediator. He has practiced in both state and federal courts throughout the nation, often co-counseling for trials and civil rights matters. As a trial consultant, Mark helps other lawyers perform at their peak in trials with complicated legal issues, particularly those under intense media scrutiny. He also created Flywheel Mediaworks, Inc. through which he and the team assist other lawyers with media management, jury selection and social media inquiries and monitoring. While leading the high-profile defense of George Zimmerman, Mark received acclaim for his even-handed management of the controversial case.  His on-camera experience during the trial earned him the honor of being a CNN legal analyst.  Since the verdict, Mark has used his voice to contribute to the national conversation about race, guns, self-defense, the media, and the criminal justice system -- and he speaks frequently on these topics.. Moreover, he started a non-profit organization called Justice Outreach, designed to identify and fix problems with the justice system, and he is an advocate for change in state and national laws that lead to the over-prosecution of American citizens, whether it be by unbridled prosecutors or inappropriately applied minimum mandatory sentencing schemes. He also heads up the Talking Race project () where he works with Dr. Jeffrianne Wilder of UNF.. He has recently expanded his practice to include representing client aggrieved by large corporations, from drug and medical device manufacturers to automobile companies in an area of law known as Mass Torts. He and his team utilize the research and trial presentation skills honed over thirty years to hold these companies responsible for their wrongs, and to make them more responsible in their future behavior.. Mr. O’Mara earned his J.D. from Florida State University College of Law in 1982, and received his undergraduate degree from University of Central Florida in 1979.   He  has taught at Harvard Law School; the University of Central Florida; Duquesne University and Adrian College; he has taught seminars for the Criminal Law Section of The Florida Bar, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers, South Carolina Bar Association, North Carolina Bar Association, Georgia Bar Association, Arkansas Bar Association, Alabama Bar Association, Mass Torts Made Perfect Seminar, Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court, the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar, the Florida Homicide Investigators Association, the University of Buffalo Mock Court Competition, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Florida Family Law Practice for Paralegals program.  He is Martindale-Hubbell A.V. Preeminent rated, and served as President of the Seminole County Bar Association and as President of the Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court. He has most recently been selected as a member of the NTL Round Table, the top 100 most Influential Trial Lawyers in America and was selected as the NTL Criminal Trial Lawyer of the Year.
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“Attorney O'Mara was highly recommended to me by another lawyer. Mark, Brittany and his whole team provided tremendous, fast help and expert advice. I am a lawyer of 33 years in a d…”
— david mallen
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Mark Longwell

Firm: Longwell Lawyers
390 N Orange Ave #1825 , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense
Mark Longwell is the founding attorney of Longwell Lawyers.  After graduating from Michigan State University and The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, Mark worked at the State Attorney's Office. He quickly established himself as a successful prosecutor.  In 1993, Mark Longwell founded the law firm that is now known as Longwell Lawyers.  Mark has focused on handling criminal cases, including cases involving DUI, Theft, Fraud, Drug Possession, Drug Trafficking, Assault, Battery, Domestic Violence, Firearms, Sex Offenses, Prostitution, Homicide, Violations of Probation, and many other criminal matters, both at the State and Federal levels.  As the firm has grown with more attorneys, additional areas of practice have been added, such as Divorce, Paternity, Alimony, Child Support, and Child Custody.. Mark Longwell is dedicated to his philosophy of getting the best possible result for his clients.  He uses a trial-oriented strategy to maximize the opportunity to get the charge dismissed or win at trial.. Longwell Lawyers offers a free consultation, reasonable fees, and payment plans.  Our attorneys and staff are multi-lingual and can serve clients in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Greek.
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“Working with Mark has been a truly enriching experience. His depth of legal knowledge is unparalleled, complemented by a keen attention to detail that ensures no aspect of a case i…”
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“My lawyer Melissa Zeglen just won a critical condition in my cases! I cannot express how truly HAPPY AND ELATED I am with the outcome of my case. She deserves the best at Longwell …”
— Craig Edwards
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5

LeRoy Costner

Firm: Umansky Law Firm
1945 E. Michigan St , Orlando , Florida 32806
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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 award from the Florida Bar Standing Committee on Professionalism. During his final semester of law school, he worked at the Orange County State Attorney’s Office as a Certified Legal Intern prosecuting 1st and 2nd-degree misdemeanors.. After graduating from law school, he took a job with the Monroe County State Attorney’s Office in Key West, Florida. Over the next five years, he prosecuted thousands of criminal cases. As an Assistant State Attorney, he was a special prosecutor for DUI cases, receiving the same training that law enforcement officers undergo, as well specialized training in prosecution. Before taking on the additional responsibilities of prosecuting crimes of violence, LeRoy was selected to train incoming DUI prosecutors. He then went on to prosecute numerous violent crimes for the Government and was often chosen by his bosses to prosecute conflict cases in other counties which is an honor for a prosecutor.. When LeRoy goes to work for you –here is some of what you can expect – he will diplomatically negotiate with the opposing side so that he can keep the lines of communication open and get the best results for you; he will methodically check the accuracy of your case for all possible defenses. He will maintain communication with you at every turn, and he WILL fight for you if it comes down to a jury trial.. Hard work. That is what Leroy Costner will provide for his clients.
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“I worked with Attorney Costner very briefly, but in just a few months I witnessed his vast experience and knowledge in the area of criminal law. I would recommend him to anyone.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mark L. Horwitz

Firm: Law Offices of Mark L. Horwitz, P.A.
17 East Pine Street 607 , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Mark Horwitz was highly recommended to me and I in turn would highly recommend Mark Horwitz to anyone who is looking for a no nonsense attorney. I rec...”
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“No-nonsense, straight to the point and very professional… these are the words I would use to describe Vince Citro, Mark Horwitz and their entire legal team. From my first consultat…”
— Abe Mellouki
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mark Bender

Firm: Law office of Mark C. Bender
501 North Magnolia Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mark for over 25 years. When I met him he was a prosecutor on the other side of a difficult case. He was compassionate, reasonable and fair. I l…”
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“Highly recommend Mark Bender. He went above and beyond everything and the communications was excellent.”
— Jay Isley (Absolute Seamless Gutters)
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Maria Hale

Firm: Law Office of Maria D. Hale
545 Delaney Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Insurance , Personal Injury, Criminal Defense
For over 10 years, Maria DiBlasio Hale has defended the rights and futures of men, women, and children in Orlando, Florida who have been charged with a crime. Her passion to pursue fair trials, dropped charges, and minimized penalties has helped her confidently represent her clients as an Orlando criminal defense lawyer.. After graduating from Stetson University College of Law in 1998 with a Juris Doctor (J.D.), Maria went on to become a Prosecutor in Central Florida. Her experience prosecuting those charged with crimes in front of a jury of peers gave Maria another perspective of the criminal justice field. In nearly 50 jury trials, Maria honed her knowledge of prosecution techniques. This included a variety of cases, including those of DUI (Driving under the Influence), Drug Charges, Assault, Battery, Weapons Charges, and other criminal offenses.. From here, Maria became a member of the State Attorney DUI Manslaughter Special Prosecution Unit. This role allowed her to complete multiple Advanced DUI training sessions. She was then selected to attend the Florida Prosecution Attorney Association's "Train the Trainer's Program", where she taught new Prosecutors effective DUI prosecution techniques.. Maria's role as a teacher was not limited to professional attorney associations. Her passion for molding the next generation of responsible new lawyers and citizens led her to become a coach for several Mock Trial Teams. Maria coached bright young minds in Pinellas Park High School, Stetson University, and most recently at Barry University's Mock Trial Team.. Maria Hale continues to defend and educate men and women throughout the state of Florida. She is a partner at Hale, Hale & Jacobson, P.A. where she focuses on cases on criminal defense cases, including DUI in Orlando, Marijuana Possession, other Drug Crimes, Weapons Violations, Juvenile Offenses, Theft, Probation Violation, Violent Crimes and More.. Hale, Hale & Jacobson, P.A. is located in Orlando, Florida. Her firm handles cases of criminal defense and personal injury. To schedule a consultation and discuss your legal options, contact Maria D. Hale.
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“Maria is very sincere and maintains a high moral and ethical practice. I unequivocally endorse Maria.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mallory Lizana

390 N. Orange Ave. , Orlando , Florida 34772
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Mallory Lizana, originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, grew up in a small Mississippi town. Her journey in criminal law began in 2018 at a small defense firm, and she shortly thereafter received her Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, with honors, from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2019. During her time at USM, she traveled to Italy and worked with individuals seeking asylum in the European Union from Africa. Later she spent time in Ireland where she studied their criminal justice system and learned about the impact that the conflict, “The Troubles," had on it. These experiences fueled her passion for criminal defense in the United States.. Mallory's academic journey continued at Florida State University College of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctorate in 2021. While at FSU, she was actively involved in the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the Environmental Law Society, and the Association for Criminal Justice. She was awarded the Advancement of Animal Law Scholarship and Distinguished Pro Bono Service recognition. She also earned certifications in Florida Legal Research, Legal Technology, Advanced Database Searching, and Practice Ready Research.. Furthering her expertise, Mallory earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Lewis & Clark Law School in 2024, graduating magna cum laude. She was recognized for her pro-bono and community service contributions.. Currently, Mallory is an associate attorney at Longwell Lawyers, where she passionately defends individuals facing criminal charges. She handles a wide range of cases, from criminal traffic offenses, including DUIs, to serious felony charges. Prior to this, she gained extensive courtroom experience as a certified legal intern with the Ninth Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office, where she managed over 500 cases from arraignment through trial.. In addition to her legal practice, Mallory serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Central Florida, where she teaches Animal Law and Criminal Procedure courses through engaging, asynchronous learning modules for undergraduate students.Mallory has published numerous articles on animal law and environmental law, including in the Florida Bar Journal, the Florida Specifier, the Animal Law Section of the Florida Bar’s Paw Review, and the ABA's GPSolo Magazine.. In recognition of her professionalism and dedication to the field, Mallory was honored with the 36 Under Thirty-Six Professionalism Award by the Young Lawyers Division of the Florida Bar in 2024.. Mallory Lizana is a dedicated criminal defense attorney and is committed to providing effective and clear communication with clients. Mallory handles a range of criminal cases from minor offenses such as criminal traffic charges including DUI’s to more severe charges. She goes above and beyond for her clients keeping them informed and meticulously assessing every case.. Apart from her legal pursuits, Mallory enjoys volunteering with the Animal Legal Defense Fund, as well as the McCormick Research Institute. She is also an active member of the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Orange County Bar Association, Animal Law Section and Young Lawyers Section of the Florida Bar.
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“Mallory was awesome! Fast, efficient, effective. They were very responsive and very helpful.”
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“An exceptional criminal defense attorney, Mallory is dedicated, skilled, and relentless in advocating for her clients. Her deep knowledge of the law and commitment to justice make …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lyle Mazin

Firm: Mazin Law
200 E Robinson St , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Lyle B. Mazin has earned a resounding reputation in the legal community. Known for defending both high profile cases and often violent felony charges, his career has recently been distinguished by achieving an acquittal in a Lewd and Lascivious Battery case filed against an Orange County Sheriff's Deputy. Additionally, Mr. Mazin is steadfast and unyielding in his defense of his clients. He is noted as having been the attorney at the forefront of exposing corruption in the pre-trial monitoring of Orange County defendants. Mr. Mazin regularly provides legal analysis to the media and is a frequent lecturer on trial advocacy skills at the University of Central Florida.
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“n to earth and understanding. I mean he has you back 100%. Thank you soo much!”
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“You can't find an attorney more passionate and dedicated to his clients. His results prove it. Lyle is the Gold Standard.”
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“Mazin was recommended to by a good friend. He knew the situation that my son was in and told me that Mr. Mazin was a good lawyer. We call him immediately. This man help our family,…”
— Benito Rodriguez

Lydia LaBar

Firm: Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys
7335 W Sand Lake Rd Ste 300 , Orlando , Florida 32819
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Lydia is a fighter in every sense of the word. She works hard for her clients and fights for them through every step of the process. She is thoroughly prepared for every case which…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Lisa Franchina

Firm: Law Offices of Lisa A. Franchina, P.A.
605 E. Robinson Street , Orlando , Florida 32801
Practice Areas: Appellate , Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Family , Felonies, Paternity, Spousal Support, Family
After working as an Assistant Public Defender for 3 years following graduation from law school, I opened my own firm which has now been in existence for the past 26 years. I handle exclusively family law matters and criminal cases. I represent clients on all types of criminal charges, as well as divorces (both contested and uncontested), same sex divorces, paternity, child support, child custody, step-parent adoption, modifications, and guardianships.
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“Experienced family law attorney and Guardian Ad Litem that I would recommend to anyone looking.”
— Donna Hung
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lindsey Gergely

1945 E Michigan St , Orlando , Florida 32806
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Lindsey C. Gergely is the newest member of the Umansky Law Firm. Lindsey came to the firm after serving as an Assistant State Attorney in the Orange County State Attorney's Office.. During her time at the State Attorney's Office, Lindsey practiced extensively in both the County and Circuit Courts of Orange County. As a former prosecutor, Lindsey had many criminal jury trials involving crimes such as Possession of controlled substances, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Battery, Battery on a law enforcement officer, Resisting with violence, Resisting without violence, Disorderly conduct, Criminal mischief, Driving while license suspended, No valid driver's license, Driving under the influence, Prostitution, Refusal to obey a law enforcement officer, Animal cruelty, and Motor vehicle title fraud.. While at the State Attorney's Office, Lindsey earned the title, Champion of Justice, from her supervisors for her work as a prosecutor. At the time she left, she worked her way up to the Domestic Violence Specialty Unit. She handled only cases that involved Domestic relations including but not limited to Domestic violence battery, Violations of Domestic violence injunctions, Stalking, Assault, Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and Violations of domestic violence pre-trial release conditions.. While most of Lindsey's training comes from her time in the courtroom, she has extensive criminal law training.  She has attended and successfully completed the Driving under the Influence trial advocacy school, the Advance Driving under the Influence seminar, and a seminar on Domestic Violence prosecution.. Lindsey graduated with her undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas with a bachelor's degree in Marketing Management and a minor in Political Science. While at the University of Arkansas, Lindsey was on the Chancellor's List for her academic achievement and a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority.. Lindsey obtained her law degree from the Florida State University College of Law.  While at Florida State University, Lindsey was an active member of the Women's Law Symposium and the Student Bar Association. Lindsey was also the winner of the Jessup International Moot Court Intramural competition.. Outside of the Umansky Law Firm, Lindsey is currently involved in her community. She is a member of the Florida Bar Association, the Arkansas Bar Association, the Orange County, and the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In her spare time, Lindsey enjoys meeting with her running group and training for various races with them. She recently completed the Disney Full Marathon and has her sights set on many other races in the future.
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“I endorse this lawyer. She cares about her clients and works very hard for them”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Neal McShane

Firm: McShane & McShane Law Firm, P.A.
836 North Highland Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32803
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I handle ALL criminal cases, no matter how large or small.. When I was a former prosecuting attorney I handled ALL felony and misdemeanor cases, from possession of drugs to murder.  As the Prosecutor/Assistant State Attorney for the Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation in Orlando, I handled cases involving organized crime, drugs and drug trafficking, wiretapping, racketeering, (RICO both criminal and civil), commercial sex and law enforcement intelligence.  Therefore I learned to meticulously analyze legal issues from every angle.   In private practice for over thirty years, I use everything I learned while working for the State to personally provide my clients with the highest professional, thorough, competent and quality legal representation throughout Central Florida in the defense of their criminal case(s).   As a smaller firm I can invest my time and energy into each case.  I meticulously analyze your legal issue from every angle to determine how best to resolve it. I focus on attaining my clients’ objectives and I handle your legal matter depending on your needs and goals.   I HANDLE ALL CASES MYSELF.. I am also a former U.S. Army Captain with one year of combat experience as an airmobile /infantry officer (Lieutenant), which taught me discipline, competence and to be a perfectionist under pressure that I apply to every client’s case in defending their rights.   I use my vast, varied and unique experience to determine how best to resolve an issue and help a client achieve their objective while protecting their rights and interests.
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“Neal is personable, and truly is an advocate for you every step of the way. Will use his savvy and k”
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“I endorse Neal. He is hardworking, an excellent litigator, and client-focused. As a former criminal defense attorney myself, I recommend him to anyone seeking help for your legal n…”

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