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Joel DeFabio
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Biography
With more than 38 years of proven legal representation, few Miami criminal defense lawyers have the reputation for relentless advocacy when it counts as Attorney Joel DeFabio. His track record of outstanding case results and long list of satisfied clients stands as testament to his ability to fight for their interests. Whether you face charges of sex trafficking, credit cadr fraud, health care fraud, drug offenses, or even federal weapons crimes, you can count on the Law Office of Joel DeFabio to stand strong in defense of your interests and help you obtain the best possible outcome for your difficult situation. Don’t face these challenges on your own. Call Mr. DeFabio and his team today to schedule a free consultation and begin planning your case.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
46 years | 5,000 cases
Federal Crime
50%
46 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 45 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 45 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Joel Defabio
201 Alhambra Circle, Suite 1200, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
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Joel DeFabio's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Candy | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Attorney
I would like to say thank you to Joel DeFabio and his whole team. They are very professional and were very attentive with everything involving my husband's case. I'm very grateful to have found such a great team! I highly recommend this attorney best to handle a criminal case.
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney
Mr. DeFabio is one of the most experienced criminal lawyers in Miami and it really shows! Was very helpful and realistic during my case, and the result was better than i could have imagined. Would recommend to anyone in need of criminal attorney!
Posted by Tony Bautista | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent lawyer
Great lawyer always on top of the case and looking for more information that we could need for the case. Thank you for all the year and a half working with my case
Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2009
Outstanding Legal Practice
It was a pleasure working with Mr. DeFabio and his legal team. Remarkable work ethics and superior legal knowledge. It was a very pleasant experience having them on my team.
Joel DeFabio's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Joel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Regardless of whether he is fighting state or federal criminal charges, Mr. DeFabio is truly an experienced and highly skilled attorney. His extensive familiarity with all of the criminal courts in Florida has made him an excellent trial attorney."
"Over the past thirty years, Joel has rightfully earned his reputation as one of the preeminent criminal defense attorneys in Miami. I have personally seen Joel in trial and can attest to his dedication to his clients and his craft."
"Joel is a Federal Criminal expert and specialist. He is also an amazing trial lawyer and will fight until the end for his clients. On a personal level Joel is also a great person and co-counsel. I give him my highest recommendation."
"I have known Joel professionally and personally for many years and I can say without equivocation he is one of the finest jury trial and federal criminal defense lawyers I know. He is also a very good person and I consider myself fortunate to call him a mentor and friend."
"I fully endorse this lawyer. Joel is an experienced and highly skilled attorney. He is a true advocate for his clients. He does not shy away from tough cases. A True professional in every sense of the word."
"An excellent attorney who knows his way around the courthouse, both State and federal."
Helmuth Solis
DUI and DWI lawyer
Justin Beckham
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Most Effective Lawyer, Daily Business Review
2007
Rodney Thaxton "Against all Odds" Award, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of Joel DeFabio
2011 - 2019
Partner, DeFabio, Beckham and Solis
1985 - 2011
Owner, Law Offices of Joel DeFabio
1980 - 1984
Assistant Public Defender, Miami Dade Public Defenders Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Federal Bar Association
1986 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
1981 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
USA v. Jose Tapia
case dismissed
USA v. M.V.
case dismissed
USA v. Carlos Gomez
case dismissed
USA v. Alex Jean
not guilty
USA v. Claire Telasco
not guilty
US vs. Lyglenson Lemorin
NOT GUILTY -- Jury Verdict
Education
1980
University of Miami School of Law
Juris Doctor
1976
Claremont McKenna College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1972
Newark Academy
High School Diploma
Languages
Spanish