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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Rockledge, FL: 2026 rankings

59 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Rockledge: Law Offices of Bryan J. McCarthy: Criminal Attorney Melbourne, FL, LFR Score 71/100; 4.8★ from 114 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Smith & Eulo Law Firm: Criminal Defense Lawyers, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 59.

  3. 32

    Most-reviewed: Heather Harris Law, 409 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 59 ranked; ranked #32.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

59 Rockledge criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 23 are open 24/7, 29 open Saturdays and 28 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 59 rated law firms.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge 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.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Law Offices of Bryan J. McCarthy: Criminal Attorney Melbourne, FL714.8★ (114)RockledgeOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Smith & Eulo Law Firm: Criminal Defense Lawyers694.9★ (41)RockledgeOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Musca Law695.0★ (78)Melbourne, 9 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys694.8★ (45)Cocoa, 2 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Leppard Law: Florida DUI Lawyers & Criminal Defense Attorneys PLLC (Rockledge, Brevard)685.0★ (54)RockledgeSat · Sun · Evenings—
6James Kontos Criminal Defense Attorney - Brevard County684.8★ (27)RockledgeOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7The Canina Law Firm674.9★ (126)Melbourne, 20 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Gutin & Wolverton: Harley I. Gutin674.8★ (93)Cocoa, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9DeGraff Hicks Law Group, PLLC674.9★ (34)Cocoa Beach, 7 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
10DeGraff Hicks Law Group, PLLC675.0★ (48)Melbourne, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—

All 59 criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge, 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.

  1. 71/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 114 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 114 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5815 US-1 #2, Rockledge, FL 32955
  2. Based in Melbourne, 9 mi away

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    6767 N Wickham Rd Ste 400 BB, Melbourne, FL 32940
  3. 69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1222 Dixon Blvd, Cocoa, FL 32922
  4. 68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–11 PM
    Address
    1530 US-1 #600, Rockledge, FL 32955
  5. 68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5430 Village Dr Ste 103, Rockledge, FL 32955
  6. Based in Melbourne, 20 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 126 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 126 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1901 S Harbor City Blvd #804, Melbourne, FL 32901
  7. Based in Cocoa Beach, 7 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    104 N Orlando Ave Ste 201, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
  8. Based in Melbourne, 14 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    3700 N Harbor City Blvd #2a, Melbourne, FL 32935
  9. Based in Melbourne, 16 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    3962 W Eau Gallie Blvd B, Melbourne, FL 32934
  10. Based in Titusville, 16 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    3880 S Washington Ave Ste 237, Titusville, FL 32780
  11. Based in Melbourne, 9 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–11 PM
    Address
    6767 N Wickham Rd Ste 400, Melbourne, FL 32940
  12. Based in Melbourne, 20 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 66 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    2323 S Babcock St, Melbourne, FL 32901
  13. Based in Melbourne, 9 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1329 Bedford Dr #1, Melbourne, FL 32940
  14. Based in Rockledge

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3810 Murrell Rd #340, Rockledge, FL 32955
  15. 63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    3801 Avalon Park E Blvd Ste 526, Orlando, FL 32828
  16. Based in Satellite Beach, 16 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1790 Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy STE 209, Satellite Beach, FL 32937
  17. Based in Melbourne, 13 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3682 N Wickham Rd Ste A, Melbourne, FL 32935
  18. Based in Melbourne, 17 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 109 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    512 N Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935
  19. Based in Cocoa, 8 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    5190 US-1, Cocoa, FL 32927
  20. Based in Merritt Island, 1 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    260 N Tropical Trail Ste 204, Merritt Island, FL 32953
  21. Based in Cocoa, 1 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    224 Forrest Ave, Cocoa, FL 32922
  22. Based in Titusville, 19 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1820 Garden St, Titusville, FL 32796

Criminal defense lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 59 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Chang & Pyles604.5★ (31)9 mi
27Bonnie Klein Rhoden, Esq.604.9★ (93)In Rockledge
28Michael Bross & Bryan Savy PLLC604.5★ (72)18 mi
29The Law Office of John A. Spellacy, PLLC604.8★ (49)20 mi
30ALBERT & DONNELLY594.6★ (26)14 mi
31Scott Robinson | Criminal Defense Lawyer in Viera593.7★ (9)In Rockledge
32Heather Harris Law594.8★ (409)2 mi
33Ronald L. Ecker II, Attorney at Law584.8★ (24)20 mi
34Hov Law | Personal Injury and Criminal Defense Attorneys585.0★ (41)28 mi
35Law Office of Tony Hernandez III, P.A.584.7★ (44)7 mi
36Goldman, Monaghan, Thakkar & Bettin, P.A.584.9★ (173)1 mi
37Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A.574.8★ (86)17 mi
38Tucker Mitnik PA574.9★ (150)In Rockledge
39Nance Cacciatore Injury Law574.8★ (103)20 mi
40Bogin, Munns & Munns574.2★ (73)8 mi
41Brad Soughers P.A.555.0★ (26)20 mi
42The Loris Law Group554.7★ (61)In Rockledge
43Curtis N. Flajole PA554.7★ (55)In Rockledge
44Frankie S. Turla-Vitiello, Esq.545.0★ (33)1 mi
45Barbara Helm Peters Esq.544.9★ (34)1 mi
46Henderson Legal Group534.2★ (53)In Rockledge
47Morgan Law, P.A.535.0★ (14)15 mi
48Harnage Law, PLLC534.9★ (133)20 mi
49Kenneth Rhoden Esq.514.6★ (11)In Rockledge
50Platt Cole Russell & Simpson PLLC514.4★ (120)19 mi

Also serving Rockledge

20 more criminal defense lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked criminal defense lawyers serving Rockledge
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A M Romaine Law Office4.8★ (53)In Rockledge
Andrew Pickett Law Rockledge5.0★ (16)In Rockledge
Bengal Law: Florida Accident Lawyers and Personal Injury Attorneys PLLC5.0★ (16)In Rockledge
Brevard County Legal Aid, Inc.3.4★ (118)In Rockledge
CAN'T AFFORD A LAWYER PLLC5.0★ (174)In Rockledge
Crutchfield & Pyles PA3.8★ (59)In Rockledge
Culmer & Davidson4.3★ (16)In Rockledge
David Baker Law, PA4.8★ (43)In Rockledge
DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.5.0★ (47)In Rockledge
Edmond Law4.7★ (25)In Rockledge
Enrique Law Firm4.5★ (31)In Rockledge
Jordan Kramer, Esq.4.6★ (24)In Rockledge
Montas Turner, P.A.4.6★ (34)In Rockledge
Mostert Law3.6★ (22)9 mi
Ogden Law, LLC3.6★ (17)In Rockledge
Rhoden Law Group4.9★ (31)In Rockledge
Ryan Bird Law, PLLC5.0★ (49)In Rockledge
Sibley Law & Associates PLLC5.0★ (78)In Rockledge
Stewart Law4.4★ (25)In Rockledge
Zukowsky Law Group5.0★ (27)In Rockledge

How we ranked Rockledge criminal defense lawyers

We scored 59 Rockledge 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Rockledge data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%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 volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a criminal defense lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
  7. 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 Rockledge: frequently asked questions

Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Rockledge?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Rockledge, FL is Law Offices of Bryan J. McCarthy: Criminal Attorney Melbourne, FL with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 4.8★ from 114 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Smith & Eulo Law Firm: Criminal Defense Lawyers (#2) and Musca Law (#3) follow. We ranked 59 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Rockledge?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 59 criminal defense lawyers serving Rockledge, FL. 13 of them are based in Rockledge; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge are open 24/7?

23 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Law Offices of Bryan J. McCarthy: Criminal Attorney Melbourne, FL (#1), Smith & Eulo Law Firm: Criminal Defense Lawyers (#2) and Musca Law (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge work on weekends?

29 of 59 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 28 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Law Offices of Bryan J. McCarthy: Criminal Attorney Melbourne, FL (#1), Smith & Eulo Law Firm: Criminal Defense Lawyers (#2) and Musca Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Rockledge criminal defense lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 59 rated criminal defense lawyers in Rockledge is 4.8★, with a median of 40 reviews. Heather Harris Law has the most, 409 reviews, and ranks #32. 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 Rockledge count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Rockledge 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 Rockledge, 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 Rockledge, 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 Rockledge?

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 Rockledge

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 59 criminal defense lawyers serving Rockledge.