Ms. Synnamon graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education in 2003. She then decided to do something different with her career, and attended Florida A&M University College of Law in 2006.
During law school, she was President of the American Association for Justice (formerly American Trial Lawyers Association), as well as, the Mock Trial Chairperson on the Advocacy Board. Giving back to the community was and continues to be a huge priority to her, which is why, she organized the Annual AAJ Homeruns for Lukemia Charity Softball Tournament, which benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Center of Central Florida. She also participated in Moot Court as well as Mock trial in several national competitions before graduating with her Juris Doctorate in 2009.
Her passion for advocating in the courtroom fueled her career at the State Attorney's Office in the Ninth Judicial Circuit (Orlando, FL). Throughout her years as a prosecutor, she was assigned to several specialized units including Misdemeanor, Juvenile, Felony Domestic Violence, and the Sex Crimes/Child Abuse Unit. She handled serious and difficult cases, and became proficient in complex scientific evidence (DNA, Finger print analysis, computer forensics, blood alcohol levels). In addition, she amounted extensive courtroom experience, arguing hundreds of motions, and over 60 jury trials including Capital Sex Crimes.
Ms. Synnamon, left the State Attorney's Office in June of 2013 and pursued criminal defense work. She has seen how hard it is for those that have been accused of a crime as well as their families to deal with the intimidation of the criminal justice system.
Ms. Synnamon is licensed to practice law in the state courts of Florida and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Practice areas
Felony Misdemeanor DUI Traffic Infractions Sealing/Expungement Violation of Probation
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2010 | 03/01/2021 |
Legal answers | 217 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys | America's Top 100 Attorneys | 2020 |
Top 100 | National Trial Lawyers | 2020 |
America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys | America's Top 100 Attorneys | 2019 |
"10 Best Attorneys" - Client Satisfaction Award | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2017 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Client Satisfaction Award | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2016 |
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"10 Best Female Attorneys" for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Nation's Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
"10 Best" Attorneys in Florida | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Florida's 10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2015 |
Orlando's No. 1 Legal Elite | Orlando Style Magazine | 2015 |
Orlando's Legal Elite | Orlando Style Magazine | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Of Counsel | Law Office of Joe Castrofort, PLLC | 2014 - Present |
Senior Associate | Law Office of Joe Castrofort | 2013 - 2014 |
Mock Trial Team Coach | Florida A&M College of Law | 2010 - 2014 |
Assistant State Attorney | Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney's Office | 2009 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A | 2016 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A | 2014 - Present |
National Trial Lawyers Association | N/A | 2013 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | N/A | 2013 - Present |
Orange County Domestic Violence Task Force | Treasurer 2014-2015 | 2011 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | N/A | 2010 - Present |
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Florida Bar | N/A | 2010 - Present |
Central Florida Gay and Lesbian Law Association | N/A | 2013 - 2015 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Orlando Fashion Magazine | Orlando's Legal Elite | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Florida A&M University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
University of Central Florida | BS- Bachelor of Science | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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The Role of Attorneys in Domestic Violence | Domestic Violence in the Criminal Justice System | 2014 |
Professionalisim Boot Camp | Advancing in the Public Sector of Law | 2014 |
State Attorney vs. Public Defender | Trial Law - a behind the scenes look at The State Attorney's Office as well as The Public Defender's Office | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. C. F. | Dismissed |
State vs. T.C. | Charges Dismissed |
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Vanessa Brice, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jennifer is an aggressive and knowledgeable attorney who will give her clients 100% effort all the time. She is zealous about protecting the rights of others. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Cortes, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Jennifer demonstrates legal insight and skill far ahead of her years in practice. She is a formidable adversary, whom I respect and endorse.
Seth Hyman, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 3, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
When I was a prosecutor, I had a few cases with Jennifer sitting across the aisle and she is a great attorney. She was always easy to work with and very knowledgeable. The best criminal defense attorneys know that you don't always have to fight with the State on every point. I'm positive Jennifer gets great results for her clients and I fully endorse her.
Jeffery Lotter, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 22, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer and I worked together on several cases back when I was an police officer and she was a prosecutor.. She was dedicated then and I know she's dedicated to her clients now!
Great Attorney and Great Person. Jennifer is dedicated to field of law. She has skill and knowledge. And she cares about the person not just the case.
Ms. Synnamon is very knowledgeable about the law, and a very skilled litigator. I gladly endorse her.
Michael Brown, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 14, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Jenny is a great trial lawyer who knows her way around a courtroom.
Christopher Ramirez, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 20, 2015
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Jennifer is a great attorney. She is a skilled trial attorney that is extremely well prepared. She is very effective at communicating legal concepts to her clients. The clients I have to Jennifer have been highly satisfied with her representation.
Pakiza Sajid, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
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Jennifer is an excellent attorney and litigator. She is very skilled and knowledgeable in criminal law. I happily endorse this lawyer.
Jordan Ostroff, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Had a few cases against her while I was at the State. She was always diligent and hardworking and fought for her clients as best as she could.
I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney and highly recommended as an asset to this community.
Karen Ibarrondo, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
I had the pleasure of becoming acquainted with Ms. Synnamon while working at the State Attorney's Office in Orlando, Florida. She was one of the most dedicated, caring, and competent attorneys that I was fortunate enough to work with. Ms. Synnamon has always been an unrelenting advocate for those entrusted to her care. It is with full confidence that I endorse Ms. Synnamon.
Eric Trabin, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of working alongside Ms. Synnamon and as an opposing attorney. She is very professional, ethical, and hard working. I endorse Jennifer Synnamon!
Eric Preston, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I worked with Ms. Synnamon at the State Attorney's Office. She knows criminal law and knows her way around a courtroom.
Zahra Umansky, Federal crime Attorney on Aug 23, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Synnamon is a hard working lawyer. She cares about her clients & works hard for them. She is always prepared in Court & is well respected among other attorneys & judges. I highly recommend Attorney Synnamon!
Paul Stanko, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer's responses to questions in the field of criminal defense are always thoughtful and enlightening.
Christopher Kaigle, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jennifer is a professional and courteous lawyer who always goes above and beyond in her work. I am happy to endorse Jennifer as I am confident in her aggressive representation and great trial skills.
David Novack, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 11, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Melissa Stockham, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Atcachunas, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Yvonne Pinto, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
As a former Prosecutor for the 9th Judicial circuit, I had the privilege of working with Ms. Synnamon on several cases. She has the ethics, skill, determination and first-hand working knowledge required for the defense of criminal cases.