Joshua Wayne Westcott
About Joshua
Biography
Joshua Westcott is a native of Detroit, Michigan and upon graduating from Michigan State University went on to study law at both Michigan State and Barry University. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 2007, Mr. Westcott has spent his career as a criminal trial attorney in both public service and private practice.
Joshua Westcott has served as an Assistant State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida, and as a criminal trial attorney and supervisor of the criminal division in the Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel for the Second District of Florida.
Upon entering private practice, Joshua Westcott focused on criminal trial defense and has handled hundreds of criminal matters throughout his tenure. He has served as lead defense counsel in multiple first-degree murder and child sex crime mattes, as well as a litany of high-level felony cases in central Florida.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Joshua W. Westcott
206 Easton Drive, Lakeland, FL, 33803
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Joshua Wayne Westcott's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
9 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by James | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
In my opinion he is the best lawyer since The late Jack Edmond
Joshua defended me in a criminal case 5 yrs ago and in my opinion saved my life and fought for me and has gave me the chance to continue to be free and able to receive treatments in which has enabled me to fight illnesses that try taking my life daily he is very good at his job thank you Mr. W
Posted by Donald Keeney | January 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Did a Fantastic job
I hired him for a case in polk county. all I can say is he did his job and we won. He did the required research as this was an odd case and won. So yes i would recommend him to anyone
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2011 | Criminal Defense
“Outstanding lawyer, great contact, exceptional service, in my opinion one of the best in central Floridaâ€
He helped me on a criminal case and was one of the best attorneys I have ever met. He is very professional, caring and knowledgeable, definitely well worth the money. He kept in contact with us every step of the way, even when it was not necessary. Without a doubt, I will be using him for any of m...
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2011 | Child Custody
AFFORDABLE EXCELLENT SERVICE & COMPASSION, ABILITY WAS FAR GREATER THAN EXPECTED BASED ON YEARS EXPERIENCE,
FATHER'S RIGHTS ADVOCATE. Josh Stepped into my case with both feet running after my initial firm severely hampered the likelihood of a positive outcome for me. josh corrected several misteps that had been made by my prior counsel. josh then vigorously studied my case to be fully appraised of my circu...
Joshua Wayne Westcott's Lawyer Endorsements
"Former co-worker. I endorse this lawyer."
Family lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Joshua W. Westcott
2013 - 2015
Felony Litigation Director, Office of Criminal Conflict & Civil Regional Counsel, Second District
2010 - 2013
Owner, Law Office of Joshua W. Westcott, P.A.
2008 - 2010
Associate, Law Office of Ernest J. Mullins, P.A.
2007 - 2008
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office
Sample of Legal Cases
Defendant prevailed, case reversed and remanded for further proceeding.
Education
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can a law enforcement officer tape record someone without their knowledge or consent?
01 May 2011
I was charged with dealing in stolen property in polk county florida and was told i can face up to 15 years in prison
30 Apr 2011