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Russell J. Williams is a seasoned attorney with a career spanning decades in criminal law and defense. Originally from Staten Island, New York, he graduated from The State University of New York at Stony Brook before moving to South Florida in 1984 to attend the Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University. Graduating in 1987, Russell interned at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office, where he discovered his passion for criminal defense. He began his career with a private practitioner, refining his skills in legal research, motion arguments, and trial work. In 1990, he became a partner at Roderman & Williams, practicing for five years before establishing The Law Office of Russell J. Williams P.A. in 1995. In 2014, he joined Williams Hilal & Wigand, LLC, focusing on diverse legal areas, including family law, product liability, and wrongful death. Russell has also shared his expertise by teaching criminal procedure to Florida Probation and Parole Officers, earning accolades for his knowledge. Committed to justice, he has defended hundreds of clients, ensuring their constitutional rights are protected and upholding the principle that all are innocent until proven guilty.
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12 S.E. 7th Street Suite 700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
18 Client Reviews
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Posted by Chelsi | March 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
Best Criminal Defense Lawyer there is in South Florida
I can't say enough about Russell. He has been a true miracle worker for our minor child who got into some serious trouble. He put his heart and soul into this case and we got a positive result because of it. He knows all of the in's and out's of the court system and delivers results because of his e...
Posted by Jessica Arellano | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic Attorney
I recently had the pleasure of working with Russell as my Fathers attorney, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From our first meeting, it was clear that he genuinely cared about my case and was committed to achieving the best possible outcome. His expertise and attention to detail were evident...
Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
One of a kind.
Russell Williams is not only a great lawyer, he is a fun charismatic guy. He takes care of you as if you were family, not leaving any gaps in his great reassuring work to help you reach the top level of success with the law. Russell helped me clear my name off of a wrongful conviction. My life wouldn...
Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding
Mr. Russell William was recommended to me by a family member. He got my charges dropped and proved my innocence.... I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney
Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommended
I was referred to Russell by a police officer that I know. He told me that if he ever needed a criminal attorney, Russell would be his guy. He said that he made him sweat a number of times on the stand. I witnessed this firsthand as Russell is very quick on his feet in a courtroom. He read right ...
"Russell is a great criminal trial lawyer who will take any case to trial. Despite the fact that he is well known and respected, he still fights extremely hard for his clients. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. A great Attorney, who knows how to work up a case. A great motion writer. Russell gets great results before trial. Not afraid to go to trial. Russell will fight for you."
Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Lawyers in Florida, Legal Network
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2013
Hat Trick, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
1990 - Present
Partner, Williams, Hilal, Wigand, Grande, PLLC.
1987 - 1990
Associate, Norman, Elliot, Kent, P.A.
2008 - Present
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
1997 - Present
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1991 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
1987 - Present
Florida BarMember
Member
2009 - 2011
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
2007 - 2009
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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