Business Details
Trusted Criminal Defense Attorneys in Orlando
At Wurtzel Law, we recognize that an arrest creates significant stress for individuals and their families, impacting employment, custody rights, professional licenses, education, and more. Our firm provides personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances, focusing on achieving optimal outcomes in criminal defense cases. With a combined decades of experience in Central Florida's legal system, our attorneys bring deep expertise in criminal trial law, including jury trials for misdemeanors and felonies, post-conviction work, and professional licensing defense.We emphasize transparency in our consultations, offering detailed guidance to help clients make informed decisions about their legal representation. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through board certification, active leadership roles in criminal defense organizations, and a client-centered approach that prioritizes protecting rights and futures.
Services
Criminal Defense
Appeals
Postconviction
Professional Licensing Defense
Risk Protection Orders
Injunctions
Contempt
Education Law
Dependency
TPR
Highlights and features
- We have a Florida Bar Board-Certified Criminal Trial Attorney with 20+ jury trials.
- Our attorneys combine 15+ years of public defender experience with private practice expertise.
- We offer free consultations with personalized case evaluations.
- Our firm maintains active leadership roles in state and local criminal defense associations.
- We provide comprehensive defense strategies for both trial and post-conviction matters.
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles all levels of criminal charges, from misdemeanors to first-degree felonies. We provide aggressive representation in pre-trial negotiations, jury trials, and appellate proceedings. Our board-certified attorneys develop customized defense strategies focused on protecting clients' rights and minimizing long-term consequences.
Postconviction Relief
We handle post-conviction matters including appeals, motions for new trials, and challenges to sentencing errors. Our attorneys analyze trial records for legal errors that could overturn convictions or reduce sentences, leveraging both state and federal court procedures to protect clients' rights.
Professional Licensing Defense
We represent professionals facing license discipline due to criminal charges or convictions. Our defense strategies aim to protect careers by negotiating with licensing boards, challenging unwarranted disciplinary actions, and developing rehabilitation plans that demonstrate fitness to practice.
First-Time Offender Programs
We guide clients through pretrial diversion and intervention programs designed for non-violent first-time offenders. Our attorneys negotiate with prosecutors to secure program eligibility, helping clients avoid convictions through community service, counseling, and other court-mandated requirements.
Board-Certified Representation
Our Florida Bar Board-Certified Criminal Trial Attorney meets strict standards including 25+ criminal cases, 20+ jury trials, and peer-reviewed competence. This specialized credential ensures clients receive representation from one of the top 7% of qualified attorneys in Florida's criminal defense field.
People
Benjamin D. Wurtzel
Attorney/Partner
Board-certified criminal trial attorney with 13+ years of experience. Former assistant public defender handling 1000+ cases. Specializes in jury trials for misdemeanors and felonies. Active in Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Lori Wurtzel
Attorney/Partner
Experienced attorney focusing on post-conviction matters and family law intersections. Former assistant public defender with expertise in sex offender designations and professional licensing defense. Serves on Maitland City Council and criminal justice reform committees.
Questions
What areas of law does Wurtzel Law specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense, including misdemeanors, felonies, post-conviction relief, professional licensing defense, and related family law matters.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with personalized case evaluations to discuss your legal options.
How does board certification benefit my case?
Board certification demonstrates proven expertise in criminal trial law through rigorous peer review, experience, and specialized testing.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have over 20 combined years of experience, including 7 years as public defenders handling thousands of criminal cases.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Central Florida, including Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Volusia counties.
