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Donald Robert West
also known as Don West
About Donald
Biography
Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist since 1987
Personal Attention to your case.
Aggressive Criminal Defense for over 30 years.
AV Rated Preeminent Martindale Hubbell
Superlawyer endorsed
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Licensed in Florida for 44 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Don West Law Group, P.A.
636 W. Yale St., Orlando, FL, 328045356
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Donald Robert West's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Omar | April 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
In real trouble? Do yourself a favor, hire Mr. West.
Facing 28 felony counts I knew I was going to be in some bad trouble. Hiring Mr West was a coincident, it was the best thing I ever did. I was nervous as anyone would be. But from the moment he walks into the courtroom, the prosecuting attorneys, judges, all respect him highly. He brings an...
Posted by Ami | July 25, 2015
Life Changing
This is difficult. I can't express how much Don West has changed my life. I would have lost almost everything due to one mistake. He not only defended me but he also helped me to get the help I needed to correct the path I was on. I wanted to thank him personally but every time I tried I got too chok...
Posted by Levontay | July 11, 2013
#donwestkilledit
Don West never stops fighting for the truth. You simply cannot find a more zealous advocate. He believed in me and my case and worked tirelessly to get an amazing result. A true American hero and freedom fighter. Thank you Don West!!
Posted by Jaffa | July 10, 2013
Aquited of all charges, check em ->
West is the Best! He is at all times professional and aggressive defense attorney. he is ethical honest and hardworking, he went the extra mile for my case, and even ate lunch with me! West brought hope to me in my darkest hour of need, and he can be trusted with all the skeletons in your closet and ...
Posted by Janet | July 9, 2013
Professionalism & Excellence
Mr. West handled my case magnificently with professionalism and excellence. If my trial had to take place again, knowing what I know now, I wouldn't even explore the option of hiring other attorneys over Mr. West. He is worth his weight in gold.
Donald Robert West's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Donald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don is truly one of this community's most experienced and aggressive defense lawyers."
"I have tried cases, with some of the lawyers who are considered the best in the United States. I say without hesitation that Don West is as good or better than anyone I have ever tried cases with or seen in trial. Unlike many lawyers he has many speeds as a lawyer and adapts to the speed and style needed for the case and client. Don is thorough in his preparation, intelligent in his approach, and deliberative in his presentation. He is an exceptional capital defense lawyer, who obtained a life sentence on a resentencing of client, who had been convicted of two different murders and received a previous sentence of death. He has represented as many high profile defendants as anyone in the Central Florida area, and rather than publicize the representation he always does what is best for the client which in almost all cases is avoid further publicity. I highly and unequivocally endorse Don West"
"Don West is, by far one of the best lawyers I've practiced with and against. His dedication to his clients, his profession and his ethics is unsurpassed."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don is without peer in criminal defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great trial lawyer."
"I have known Don for almost 20 years. He has an excellent reputation in the legal community. I would recommend him to handle any criminal law matter."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1987
Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar
Work Experience
1985 - Present
Trial Lawyer, Don West Law Group
Associations
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers Association
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Florida v. George Zimmerman
Acquitted
USA vs Lou Pearlman
Negotiated Plea
Education
N/A
SUNY at Buffalo School of Law
Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts, MS Ed
Speaking Engagements
2016
Annual Firearms Law Seminar
Dealing with the Media in the High Profile Gun Case
2015
University of Toledo Law School
George Zimmerman Trial: Challenges and Lessons
2015
Barry Law School
Discovery Issues in the Zimmerman Trial
2014
Phi Alpha Delta International Conference
Challenges of a High Profile Case
2014
National Trial Lawyers Summit 2014
Discovery Challenges: The Defender's Toolbox
2014
Florida Public Defender Association
Dealing with the Media in a High Profile Case
2014
Anatomy of a Capital Case
Forensic Gunshot Evidence in Homicide Cases
2014
Advanced Criminal Law Conference in Aspen
Lessons Learned: The George Zimmerman Case
2013
Fall Luncheon Program
Evidentiary Issues in the Zimmerman Case
2013
Buffalo Niagra Trial Advocacy Seminar
Success at Every Stage of Trial