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Benjamin David Wurtzel
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Biography
Benjamin D. Wurtzel is a Florida Bar Board-Certified Criminal Trial Attorney defending the rights of individuals throughout Central Florida. In awarding him the distinction of Board Certification, the Florida Bar has recognized Mr. Wurtzel as an expert in the area of criminal trial law. Mr. Wurtzel handles all aspects of criminal defense litigation and his practice is 100% devoted to criminal defense.
Prior to Opening Wurtzel Law, Mr. Wurtzel served as an Assistant Public Defender for seven years at the Office of the Public Defender for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orange County, FL. During his time as an Assistant Public Defender, Mr. Wurtzel handled thousands of criminal cases, representing individuals in pre-trial, trial, appellate and post-conviction matters. Mr. Wurtzel has extensive courtroom experience and has served as lead counsel in jury trials ranging from criminal traffic and misdemeanor offenses to first-degree and life felonies. Mr. Wurtzel also has substantial experience handling violations of probation, including motions for early termination and/or modification of probation.
In addition to his law practice, Mr. Wurtzel is an active member of both the state and local criminal defense communities. Mr. Wurtzel has been a member of the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers since 2011, and a Board Member and Executive Officer for the past three years. Currently, Mr. Wurtzel serves as the Board’s President-Elect. Mr. Wurtzel is also a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Orange County Bar Association.
A Central Florida native, Mr. Wurtzel grew up in Maitland, FL and graduated from Winter Park High School. Mr. Wurtzel obtained his undergraduate degree, cum laude, from the University of Florida, and obtained his J.D., cum laude, from Stetson University College of Law. Mr. Wurtzel resides in Maitland with his wife and two daughters.
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Always
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Wurtzel Law, PLLC
425 W. New England Ave., Suite 200, Winter Park, FL, 32789
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Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
First Class
I highly recommend Mr. Wurtzel for any legal issues that you may find yourself in. Throughout the entire process I was kept up to date and the communication that was received through this stressful time was first class. I would not hesitate to hire Ben again for any legal representation that I may ne...
Posted by Javier | February 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
More than a lawyer he was like a brother
Mr. Wurtzel explain how everything was going to be, but he assured me he was going to fight for my case and keep me informed which he did. Life in prison when down to misdemeanor no prison Sr. Wurtzel me explicitly como todo iba a pasar, pero que iba a pelear y buscar la verdad y me iba a mantener...
Posted by Michelle | January 08, 2019
A rarity...truly
I stumbled upon his information because I had 15 seconds of idoiocy and he was one of many lawyers who reached out to me. Ben was the ONLY one who treated me like a person, and offered me a consultation at no cost. Everyone else hung up on me when they heard how little money I had on hand. He sat wit...
Posted by Tim | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
I hired Mr. Wurtzel after having a interview with him and talking about my case. He was very professional. New exactly what needed to be done with my case. Mr.Wurtzel stayed on top of my case the whole time. Communicated with me like a lawyer should. If I ever need counsel again, I will call M...
Benjamin David Wurtzel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Among the best in the business, and certainly in the top ten defense attorneys in Orlando, Ben Wurtzel is an expert of Florida criminal law. I have seen Ben defend the most difficult cases with skill and success. I regularly go to Ben for advice on defending criminal cases, and I strongly endorse him."
"Benjamin Wurtzel and I worked on numerous cases over the years and he is one of the most dedicated lawyers I have ever met. He will begin the defense of your case from the start through strong and intelligent motion practice and continue the fight through trial and any appeals that may be required. I highly recommend him to any individual going through the stress of criminal charges."
"Benjamin Wurtzel is an extraordinarily professional and detail-oriented attorney. He is a Board-Certified Criminal Trial Attorney and is qualified to handle all kinds of criminal cases."
"Words will not do Ben Wurtzel any justice. Pun intended. He is a paragon of zealous advocacy. He is a consummate professional. He helped me brainstorm trial strategies on several cases when we worked together. If you’re in a room with him, just know that he is better prepared hands down and better organized. He is also President-Elect of the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is one of the smartest and hardest working attorneys that I know. He is a well respected and knowledgeable attorney, and a great trial lawyer as well. He has definitely earned his status as a Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney."
"Mr. Wurtzel and I have worked together on cases numerous times over the nearly 10 years I have known him. He is the consummate professional. He is always prepared, courteous, respectful of all parties and diligent in his representation. He is a fierce and dynamic advocate for his clients and I cannot recommend him enough."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Wurtzel Law, PLLC
2011 - 2018
Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender's Office
2010 - 2011
Associate, Wicker, Smith, O'hara, Ford, McCoy, PA
Associations
2016 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Florida BarMember
2018 - 2019
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident-Elect
2017 - 2018
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
482016CF001633000AOX
Count 4 - Judgment of Acquittal; Remaining counts- Not Guilty, Acquitted by Jury
Education
2010
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of Florida
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2016
Public Defenders College
Pre-Trial Motions
Publications
2018
Wurtzel Law Blog
Will My Arrest Be On My Record?
2018
Wurtzel Law Blog
News Regarding Legal Protections for Those Reporting Drug Overdoses
2018
Wurtzel Law Blog
Can I Possess Something I Never Touched?
Languages
English
Activity
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Legal Guides
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Q&A
I went on a cruise while on probation. The PO just flagged me. What do I do now?
10 Aug 2018
Q&A
I have an FTA case in Osceola County Florida and need advice on how to handle this it's on a traffic violation?
11 Aug 2018
Q&A
What should I do if i was arrested for possession of marijuana under 20 grams.
11 Aug 2018