Orlando Criminal Defense Attorneys
The Role of a Criminal Defense Lawyer
A criminal defense attorney plays an important role in a person's life. When someone has been accused of a crime, it is not uncommon for their stress and anxiety to be at some of the highest levels of their lives. A criminal defense attorney's role is to educate them about the criminal justice system and the strengths and weaknesses of their legal issues. Ultimately, we try to ease the stress of a criminal accusation by keeping our client informed of their case status and being a zealous advocate for our clients in all forums.
Our Orlando criminal defense attorneys are prepared to fight for and protect your rights and assure the highest level of representation. With the vast experience of our expert criminal defense team of lawyers, including a Board Certified attorney, we have over 150 years of combined experience. Having handled and been involved in some of the largest and most high profile cases in the country, NeJame Law is the "go to" firm for those who have been arrested or accused in Orlando and throughout Central Florida.
We have handled cases all throughout Florida, in approximately 15 states in the U.S., as well as in the Caribbean. It is our mission to be a voice for the voiceless; if you've been charged with a crime, you want the most vigorous, experienced, knowledgeable, respected, and effective criminal defense attorney that you can have represent you. The team of NeJame Law criminal defense lawyers are those attorneys.
About Criminal Law
Criminal defense law consists of the legal protections afforded to those individuals accused of committing a crime. For a person to be convicted of a crime, the prosecutor must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.Criminal offenses are those that violate public law. The law classifies criminal offenses into two different categories depending on their severity: misdemeanors and felonies.What is a Felony?
Felonies are criminal offenses for which the punishment is usually in excess of one year in prison or on probation and a fine of more than $1000.00. A person may also lose some or all of their civil liberties, such as the right to vote or own a handgun, if they are convicted of this type of crime. Third-degree felonies are punishable by up to five (5) years in prison and second-degree felonies are punishable by up to fifteen (15) years in prison.
What is a Misdemeanor?
Misdemeanors are crimes for which the punishment cannot exceed one year in the county jail or on probation and carry a maximum of no more than $1000.00. Although less serious than felony offenses, the punishment for misdemeanor offenses may also include a variety of other hardships such as community service, mandatory drug and alcohol counseling, classes and counseling related to your offense (such as Anger Management Class or and Impulse Control Course), restitution, restriction on your right to travel, electronic monitoring, and other types of punishments. Second-degree misdemeanors are punishable by up to sixty (60) days in jail or six (6) months of supervised probation and first-degree misdemeanors are punishable by up to one (1) year in jail or on supervised probation.Why Hire Us as Your Criminal Defense Lawyers?
At NeJame Law we have been defending the rights of those charged with all types of criminal offenses for more than 40 years. We have extensive experience trying cases in all levels of the courts, including Federal, state and juvenile.
Our extremely experienced defense team is among the most qualified in the State of Florida. Having handled literally tens of thousands of criminal defense cases, our team includes former prosecutors and a board-certified defense lawyer, the highest level of evaluation conducted by The Florida Bar, who have primarily handled criminal defense their entire careers.
Other important recognition's our attorneys have been awarded are the AV rating by Martindale Hubbell, the "Top 100 Trial Lawyer" award in the category of criminal defense by The National Trial Lawyers, and the designation as members of the Nation's Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.
Our background, experience, familiarity with the system, and knowledge within the legal, law enforcement, judicial, and prosecuting community make us thoroughly familiar with how the government handles criminal cases. Our vast understanding of the criminal justice system, having handled almost every conceivable type of case over the years, and the many decades of cumulative experience from our renowned defense lawyers in Orlando provide our clients the security and understanding that they are always in extremely capable, understanding, and caring hands. We use our knowledge, our years of experience, and our great familiarity to our clients'. From routine misdemeanors to the most complex and serious felony charges, in federal court throughout the country, or any state charges, NeJame Law is there for you. An example of some of the types of criminal cases handled are:
- Cyber Crimes
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Offenses
- Fraud
- Internet Sex Crimes
- Manslaughter and Vehicular Manslaughter
- Murder
- Post-Conviction Relief
- RICO
- Sex Crimes
- White Collar Crimes
- DUI
- Federal Crimes
Arrested in Central Florida? Help is Here!
Being arrested or subject to a criminal investigation is an extremely stressful event in anyone's life and in their family's life. Facing an uncertain future with immense financial, personal, and professional implications usually takes a very high toll in the lives of all those involved including the person being prosecuted, his or her spouse, children and other relatives. Our defense attorneys in Orlando are sensitive to all of the serious repercussions and consequences that an arrest and criminal charges may have on your life. Your arrest and what it means is the major consideration and oftentimes includes your family, career, reputation, and finances. We get it and are here for you.
Our knowledge and experience allow us to know what approach to take with your case. We will work for you and with you to help you understand the charges you are facing and will organize your defense so that important legal decisions can be made.
Helping Clients in Orlando: Experience, Media, and Dedication
We represent clients throughout the State of Florida and beyond. Having handled cases in multiple states throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean, the majority of cases are focused in the Central Florida area, including the cities of Orlando, Winter Park, and Kissimmee. This also includes regularly Seminole County, Osceola County, Lake County, Brevard County and Polk County. Our clients include people from all walks of life, from first time offenders to career criminals, from everyday working people to celebrities, judges, professional athletes, law enforcement officials, politicians and business executives and professionals.
At NeJame Law we recognize that many cases require the highest level of discretion and secrecy. We also know that some other cases require skilled and experienced criminal defense attorneys who know how to deal with and address the media, when such circumstances occur. We have handled some of the most high profile cases in the state and the country. Sometimes completely avoiding the media or handling them with discretion is the right approach. Other times a client needs the full force of positive media behind them. Knowing how to address and deal with the media with knowledge, experience, connections, creativity, and appropriate strategy can be essential when defending a client. Our criminal defense lawyers know how essential it is to have all options available to them in their legal arsenal and that at time requires media management.
We will aggressively fight to protect your rights and liberty. Whether it is negotiating the most favorable resolution with a prosecutor, preparing Motions to Dismiss or Motions to Suppress Evidence to argue before a Judge, conducting our own pre-arrest investigation to counter or explain a police investigation, handling discovery throughout the case, or preparing a case for trial, our legal team has the resources, experience and knowledge to provide our clients strong and appropriately aggressive representation that effectively serves their interests and protects their rights.
Discuss Your Case with Our Experienced Defense Lawyers In Orlando
Accused or arrested for a crime? Our defense lawyers aggressively fight to protect your rights and liberty. We know and understand the criminal justice system and how to best navigate through it on behalf of our clients. Whether it is negotiating the most favorable resolution with a prosecutor, preparing Motions to Dismiss or Motions to Suppress Evidence to argue before a Judge, conducting our own pre-arrest investigation to counter or explain a police investigation, handling discovery throughout the case, or preparing a case for trial, our team has the resources, experience, and knowledge to provide our clients strong and appropriately aggressive representation that effectively serves their interests and protects their rights.
