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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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425 W. New England Ave., Suite 200, Winter Park, FL, 32789
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Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommended
Our 16 year, old son, with poor judgment, was expelled and arrested from school for joking on social media about shooting the school. Ben was highly recommended by a very successful and prominent friend and judge in the community. The moment we spoke to him during our consultation we knew he was the ...
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2021
Very professional
Ben has been such a huge blessing. Not only did he help me understand the ins and outs of the journey I was about to take but he assured me that he was going to be there to see me through it, to be there to answer any questions I had along the way. I am so thankful. Ben has been just great!
Posted by M.E | March 26, 2021
Prompt , professional, personable and experienced
I'm not one to write reviews but sometimes when someone exceeds your expectations on so many levels, it behooves one to say something. Ben was recommended by a friend. I left a message and he returned my call within 10 minutes of leaving a message for him. He didn't get a secretary or Paralegal. He c...
Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer you could ask for
Benjamin Wurtzel was the absolute best and most involved lawyer I could’ve asked for. For a simple possession of alcohol under the age of 21 case, he worked endlessly to get me the best possible outcome. Initially I was offered to go on a 6 month pretrial diversion program, but we took it as far as c...
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...
"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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2017
Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar
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
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
Count 4 - Judgment of Acquittal; Remaining counts- Not Guilty, Acquitted by Jury
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
B.S.
2016
Pre-Trial Motions
2018
2018
2018
English
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