Ranked #1 in Meadow Woods
Based in Orlando, 12 mi away
73/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 1,357 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Meadow Woods, FL: 2026 rankings
230 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Meadow Woods: The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen & Associates, LFR Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 1,357 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 230.
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Most-reviewed: The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys, 1,391 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 230 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
230 Meadow Woods criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 95 are open 24/7, 107 open Saturdays and 107 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 230 rated law firms.
Most of this list also appears on the Criminal defense lawyers in Orlando ranking. See Criminal defense lawyers in Orlando
Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen & Associates | 73 | 5.0★ (1,357) | Orlando, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys | 72 | 4.8★ (1,391) | Orlando, 9 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 3 | Richard E. Hornsby, P.A. | 70 | 4.8★ (600) | Orlando, 11 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Florida DUI Lawyer | 70 | 4.9★ (236) | Kissimmee, 6 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Leppard Law: DUI Lawyers & Criminal Defense Attorneys Orlando | 70 | 4.9★ (416) | Orlando, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Florida DUI Lawyer | 70 | 5.0★ (297) | Orlando, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Fighter Law | 70 | 4.9★ (538) | Winter Park, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Mazin Law | 70 | 5.0★ (254) | Orlando, 11 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | The Rivas Law Firm, P.A. | 70 | 4.9★ (583) | Orlando, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Moses & Rooth Criminal Defense Lawyers | 70 | 4.9★ (353) | Orlando, 12 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 230 criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Orlando, 9 mi away
72/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 1,391 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 600 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Kissimmee, 6 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 236 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 12 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 416 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 12 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 297 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#7 Fighter Law
Based in Winter Park, 15 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 538 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#8 Mazin Law
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 254 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 15 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 583 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 12 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 353 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Altamonte Springs, 21 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 575 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#12 Ali & Blankner
Based in Orlando, 13 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 405 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 8 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 241 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#14 Panella Law Firm
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 198 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 9 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 166 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 293 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#18 Darling Law
Based in Orlando, 12 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 125 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Kissimmee, 7 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 90 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#20 Alers Law Firm
Based in Orlando, 12 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 145 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#21 Gans Law
Based in Maitland, 17 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 241 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 539 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 11 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 113 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Orlando, 8 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 135 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Winter Park, 15 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 176 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Criminal defense lawyers ranked #26 to #40
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 40 of 230 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Ernest J. Mullins | 67 | 4.8★ (81) | 7 mi |
| 27 | Law Offices of Jose E. Lopez, P.A. | 67 | 4.8★ (113) | 11 mi |
| 40 | Law Office of Jeff Lotter | 66 | 5.0★ (184) | 11 mi |
How we ranked Meadow Woods criminal defense lawyers
We scored 230 Meadow Woods criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Meadow Woods data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a criminal defense lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
- Who will appear with me at each hearing?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods: frequently asked questions
Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Meadow Woods?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Meadow Woods, FL is The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen & Associates with an LFR Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 1,357 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys (#2) and Richard E. Hornsby, P.A. (#3) follow. We ranked 230 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Meadow Woods?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 230 criminal defense lawyers serving Meadow Woods, FL. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods are open 24/7?
95 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen & Associates (#1), The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys (#2) and Richard E. Hornsby, P.A. (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods work on weekends?
107 of 230 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 107 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen & Associates (#1), The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys (#2) and Richard E. Hornsby, P.A. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Meadow Woods criminal defense lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 230 rated criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods is 4.9★, with a median of 40 reviews. The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys has the most, 1,391 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?
Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do criminal defense lawyers outside Meadow Woods count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Meadow Woods city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods, FL charge?
Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?
If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Meadow Woods, FL ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Meadow Woods?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Meadow Woods
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 230 criminal defense lawyers serving Meadow Woods.
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