Our Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Law Office

Experienced Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorney Serving South & Southwest Florida

Facing criminal charges in Fort Lauderdale or throughout South Florida? Don't navigate the complex criminal justice system without experienced legal representation. Attorney Robert Malove has spent over 30 years zealously defending clients across multiple Florida counties, from Miami-Dade to Lee County, with extensive courtroom experience in Broward County, Palm Beach County, Collier County, and federal courts throughout the region.

From initial arrest through final appeal, our Fort Lauderdale criminal defense team provides comprehensive legal representation for clients facing charges anywhere from Key West to Jupiter. Whether you're dealing with misdemeanor allegations in Hollywood, felony charges in Pompano Beach, or federal crimes in Miami Beach, we bring proven courtroom experience and established relationships with prosecutors and judges across multiple jurisdictions.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense Services Throughout South Florida

Every individual charged with a crime deserves vigorous legal representation, regardless of where the charges were filed or their severity. Our Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorney handles complex state and federal cases across Broward County, Palm Beach County, Miami-Dade County, Lee County, Collier County, and surrounding areas. We take on challenging cases in all areas of criminal law throughout our extensive service area.

Our experienced legal team handles the complete spectrum of criminal charges across South and Southwest Florida courts:

• DUI Defense. If you're facing impaired driving charges, we'll guide you through Florida's complex DUI laws and fight relentlessly to protect your driving privileges and freedom. Attorney Robert Malove is a founding member of the National College for DUI Defense and brings this distinguished expertise to every drunk driving case.
• Drug Crime Defense. From simple possession to complex trafficking allegations, we craft robust defense strategies specifically designed for your unique situation and the particular court system overseeing your case.
• Sex Crime Defense. We recognize the delicate nature of these serious accusations and provide discreet, strategic representation focused on safeguarding your reputation and preserving your freedom.
• Domestic Violence Defense. Facing domestic battery allegations can feel overwhelming, but our legal team is dedicated to understanding your side of the story and fighting tenaciously for your rights at every stage of the proceedings.
• Violent Crime Defense. Our attorneys bring extensive courtroom experience to aggressively defend against assault, battery, homicide, and other serious violent criminal charges throughout our multi-county practice area.
• Theft Crime Defense - Providing vigorous representation against petit theft, grand larceny, burglary, and retail theft accusations while working to preserve your clean criminal record.
• White Collar Crime Defense. You need seasoned legal counsel to defend your professional standing and personal liberty when facing investigation or charges for sophisticated financial crimes like fraud or embezzlement.
• Medicare Fraud Defense. Under the leadership of Robert Malove, who wrote the authoritative guide on healthcare fraud, our firm delivers expert representation for individuals and healthcare providers facing Medicare and Medicaid fraud allegations in state and federal proceedings.

When your freedom is at stake after an arrest anywhere from Miami Beach to Port St. Lucie, from Key West to Fort Pierce, our Fort Lauderdale legal team is ready to fight for your rights. We understand the nuances of practicing across multiple counties and have the established relationships necessary to achieve favorable outcomes throughout Florida.

Appeals & Post-Conviction Relief Across Florida

Already facing conviction in Broward County, Palm Beach County, Miami-Dade County, Lee County, or Collier County? Don't surrender hope. Our Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorney has an outstanding record of overturning wrongful convictions and securing sentence reductions in state and federal courts throughout Florida. Whether your case originated in Jupiter, Naples, or any community we serve, if you suspect your previous counsel provided inadequate representation or your constitutional rights were violated, we can examine your case for:

• Criminal appeals and conviction reversals across all Florida appellate courts
• Sentence modifications and reductions in state and federal proceedings
• Record sealing and expungement throughout Florida
• Ineffective assistance of counsel claims
• Post-conviction DNA testing and evidence review

Multi-Jurisdictional Experience: Your Fort Lauderdale Defense Advantage

With more than 60 years of combined criminal defense experience across multiple Florida counties, our legal team possesses extensive knowledge of local court procedures, prosecutor practices, and judicial tendencies from Miami-Dade to Lee County. Former clients from Fort Lauderdale to Naples consistently commend our accessibility, transparent communication, and relentless advocacy. When facing charges anywhere in South or Southwest Florida, multi-county experience makes the critical difference.

Comprehensive Service Area Throughout South & Southwest Florida

Our Fort Lauderdale office strategically positioned to serve clients across an extensive geographic area, we provide criminal defense representation throughout:

Broward County: Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood
Palm Beach County: West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, Delray Beach, Jupiter
Miami-Dade County: Miami Beach
Lee County: Fort Myers, Cape Coral
Collier County: Naples, Marco Island
Monroe County: Key West
Martin County: Stuart
St. Lucie County: Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce
Hendry County and Sarasota County

Whether your charges were filed in the heart of Miami Beach, the coastal communities of Marco Island, or anywhere throughout our multi-county service area, we're prepared to provide aggressive criminal defense representation tailored to your specific jurisdiction.Don't let criminal charges define your future, regardless of where they were filed throughout Florida. Contact our Fort Pierce office today at (954) 861-0384 or via e-mail to rdm@robertmalovelaw.com to schedule a consultation with one of our criminal defense attorneys. Together, we can fight for the justice you deserve across any jurisdiction in our service area.

Directions to Our Fort Lauderdale Office

Office Address: 200 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

From the North (Boca Raton/Delray Beach)

• Take I-95 South toward Fort Lauderdale for approximately 15 miles
• Take exit 25 for SE 6th St toward downtown Fort Lauderdale
• Turn right (west) on SE 6th St and go 0.3 miles
• Turn left (south) on SE 3rd Ave and go 0.2 miles
• Turn right (west) on SE 9th St
• Arrive at our office: 200 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

From the South (Hollywood/Miami)

• Take I-95 North toward Fort Lauderdale for approximately 10-20 miles
• Take exit 25 for SE 6th St toward downtown Fort Lauderdale
• Turn left (west) on SE 6th St and go 0.3 miles
• Turn left (south) on SE 3rd Ave and go 0.2 miles
• Turn right (west) on SE 9th St
• Arrive at our office: 200 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316