Criminal Lawyer
Corey Cohen is a former public defender and state prosecutor for the 18th and 5th judicial circuit of Florida. He received his law degree from Barry University School of Law and his Masters of Law in Intercultural Human Rights from St. Thomas University School of Law.
After graduating from Barry, Corey was employed by the Public Defender’s Office where he represented criminal defendants in hundreds of cases. Later in this career, Corey accepted an appointment with the State Attorney’s Office where he prosecuted criminal cases. In his experience with both the Public Defender’s office and as a State Attorney he has managed thousands of cases from arraignment to jury trial. Corey will not hesitate to take your case to trial
He is available for all Federal and State charges.
His experience includes cases of drug possession, DUI/DWI, driving while license suspended, violation of probation, fraud, burglary, misdemeanors, juvenile, grand theft, felony battery, robbery with a firearm, attempted murder, and murder; just to name a few. AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell Corey Cohen holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the leading nationwide legal directory for ranking the abilities of all attorneys and law firms throughout the United States. His AV rating, based on the confidential opinions of other local attorneys and local judges who are best suited to assess Corey’s legal abilities, signifies the highest rating awarded by Martindale-Hubbell both in terms of legal ability and ethics. The Martindale-Hubbell legal directory is commonly referred to as “the Yellow Pages for attorneys”, and its attorney ratings have been relied upon for over a century by attorneys and judges alike.
Corey Cohen was previously an adjunct professor at Kaplan University where he taught courses in Business Law and Legal Ethics and is the past President of the Seminole County Bar Association.
Criminal Lawyer
Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney
Javier Chavez was born in Denver, Colorado. Javier attended Denver North High School and went to the University of Colorado to receive a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice. He then moved to New Hampshire and graduated from the University of New Hampshire Law School.
Mr. Chavez moved to Miami Florida and intern as an Assistant State Attorney for the Dade County State Attorney’s office. He has also worked as an investigative assistant for the Arapahoe County District Attorney’s Office in Colorado. Mr. Chavez has worked for the 9th Circuit Public Defender’s Office as an assistant Public Defender. Mr. Chavez has also worked for the 13th and 5th Circuit Judicial Circuits Public Defender Offices, covering Hillsborough, Sumter, and Lake Counties.
Mr. Chavez became Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law in 2013. Mr. Chavez has tried over 180 trials, including First Degree Murder, Capital Sexual Battery, and DUI Manslaughter cases.
Education
University of New Hampshire Law School, Concord NH
Juris Doctor and Master’s Degree IP Law, 2001
University of Colorado, Denver CO
Master’s in Criminal Justice, 1997
Metropolitan State College of Denver, Denver CO
Bachelor’s of Science Criminal Justice, 1995
Professional Memberships
The Florida Bar
Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney
Criminal Lawyer
Andrew Moses attended the University of Florida as both an undergraduate and law school graduate student. As a law student, he began practicing criminal law. He devoted much of his final semester of law school as an intern with the State Attorney’s Office in Alachua County.
Andrew has been practicing criminal law his entire career. After graduating from law school he began working as an Assistant State Attorney prosecuting cases in Orange and Osceola Counties.
During his time as an Assistant State Attorney, Andrew handled all types of cases ranging from misdemeanors to such serious felonies as drug trafficking and armed robbery. His experience as a prosecutor helped him gain perspective of the criminal justice system and how the government established its cases.
Criminal Lawyer
Alain Rivas’ desire to focus exclusively on criminal and traffic defense led him to join forces with Robert Skubiak in 1999 to form Skubiak & Rivas, P.A. Since then, the firm has evolved into Central Florida’s most recognizable one of its type, gaining the majority of its clients from referrals by former clients—the highest form of flattery.
Before forming Skubiak & Rivas, he served as legal counsel for Joelo Inc. in Orlando. Rivas also worked in various capacities for the Hillsborough County Attorney’s Office.
Rivas graduated from Rollins College with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History. He then earned his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, FL.
His interest in classic cars led to his involvement in the Alfa Romeo Owners Club and the Alfa Romeo Club of Central Florida. During off-hours, Rivas can often be found on the tennis court.
Criminal Lawyer
Joe Easton is a highly accomplished DUI defense attorney with a proven track record of success. With a practice almost entirely focused on DUI defense, he has dedicated his career to fighting for the rights of those accused of DUIs in Central Florida. Prior to his work in Florida, Mr. Easton was a prominent DUI lawyer in Wisconsin for over 13 years, where he gained a reputation for his fearless advocacy and unique approaches to DUI cases.
Throughout his career, Attorney Easton has achieved acclaim for his novel DUI trial strategies, resulting in success at every stage, including DMV hearings, obtaining full acquittals at trial, and getting courts to grant his clients new trials on appeal.
His successful defense of his DUI clients has earned him the respect of other practitioners, prosecutors, and judges, and he was named a “Rising Star” by the prestigious “SuperLawyers” rating service for lawyers who have attained outstanding peer recognition and professional achievement.
With a perfect 10.0 “Superb” rating on Avvo, Attorney Easton’s exceptional legal skills and dedication to his clients have not gone unnoticed. He was named a “Ten Best” Florida DUI Attorney by the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys in 2017 and is a member of the National College of DUI Defense and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Joe Easton’s unwavering commitment to providing top-notch representation to those accused of DUIs, coupled with his extensive legal expertise and accolades, make him a highly respected and sought-after DUI defense attorney in Central Florida.
Criminal Lawyer
Robert Malove has long held a genuine desire to be a “master criminal defense lawyer.”
To achieve this goal, Robert graduated in 1979 from The American University School of Justice in Washington, D.C., with a Bachelor of Science degree in the Administration of Justice.
After completing his undergraduate studies, Robert remained in our nation’s capital and earned a Master’s degree in Forensic Science from The George Washington University, before attending law school.
Upon graduation from Pepperdine University School of Law, and before entering the full-time practice of law, Robert was recruited to join the FBI. Rather than pursue a career in law enforcement, Robert Malove became an Assistant Public Defender in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade Counties, and soon acquired a reputation as a top-shelf criminal defense lawyer.
In 1995, Robert was designated to serve as the DUI Training Attorney at the Public Defender’s Office in Miami. Robert has attended and successfully completed the Metro-Dade Police Academy’s Field Sobriety Testing Course and was issued a Permit to Conduct Breath Alcohol Testing on Intoxilyzer Series Breath Testing Instruments by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Robert is a Founding Member of the National College for DUI Defense, a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Criminal Lawyer
I suppose that an Attorney Profile page should contain some sort of bio. The problem is, I hate bios. I can’t remember who said this, but the fact is “You Are Not Your Biography.” Still, you want to learn a little bit more about me, so the first thing I’ll say is that you should check out my ABOUT THE FIRM page. Yes, it contains my usual rants and ramblings, but it is informative.
Hiring an attorney is like a job interview. As a defense attorney, I’m an employee–I work for the Accused. As such, I’m going to give you a few helpful hiring tips.
First, people want to know my win percentage. I don’t keep stats, because they’re misleading. Sure, people call me and are happy with my 5-Star Reviews. But that’s not a perfect stat, as I know plenty of awful attorneys who have lots of good reviews (I’ll never tell who, of course). Maybe my 10.0 Avvo rating will assist some attorney shoppers, but I know some awful 10.0 attorneys, and some absolutely fantastic 7.4 attorneys.
Basically, please resist the urge to quantify the practice of law. Don’t get me wrong, I love data. I attach numbers to everything, so I’m guilty of this very thing. I’m fascinated by data because its everywhere, just waiting to be absorbed (if you want more ranting on data, check out my article A Few Words About Data). Yet, as they say in football, statistics are for losers. For example, if you want the earning statistics of a bar full of people, imagine Bill Gates walking into that bar. The average income of the people in that bar will be over $1,000,000. Obviously, that income statistic doesn’t really tell you what the bartender makes. It doesn’t tell you what the bouncer makes. I doubt the dishwasher is making over a $1,000,000 a year, even though the statistics state otherwise.
Criminal Lawyer
Jonathan was raised in Homestead, Florida by a single immigrant mother from Dominican Republic. His mother instilled in him the values of hard work, education, and service. As a result, Jonathan is committed to service and education. In keeping with that commitment, Jonathan is serving as a pastor at his church, The Brook Miami. This has also led him to conduct free legal clinics in his community in various practice areas such as immigration and real estate.
Jonathan graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Florida A&M University and Michigan State University College of Law and was admitted to the Florida bar in 2016. After graduation, he began his career in private practice handling immigration and civil cases. During his time in law school, Jonathan was a member of the Hispanic Law Student Association, the Black Law Student Association, and a founder of a nonprofit dedicated to providing education and grooming services to the homeless population in Lansing, Michigan.
Criminal Lawyer
Mr. Casanova vigorously defends the accused in all cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. He practices in both State and Federal Courts. His experience with Federal drug trafficking cases, drug possession and sale cases, aggravated domestic battery cases and all misdemeanors and felonies gives him a perspective on criminal law that can provide you with a significant advantage in today’s legal system.
Mr. Casanova is a member of the Florida Bar Association, The National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, lifetime member of The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National College for DUI Defense, and the Vassar B.
Carlton Inn of Court. Steve was selected for membership in the National Advocacy for DUI Defense (NAFDD). He was recently named as a Director on the Board of Directors for The Brevard County Bar Association. In addition, he was a former Adjunct Professor at the University of Central Florida teaching Criminal Law. He is also admitted to the United States Federal Court Middle District of Florida, and the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals located in Atlanta, Georgia. He is also a certified breath test maintenance technician and Intoxilyzer 5000 operator.
Mr. Casanova is a first generation American, bilingual in Spanish, and a resident of Brevard County for over 40 years. His family has resided in Florida since the 1930’s.
Florida’s legal landscape can be as unpredictable as a summer thunderstorm – beautiful one minute, brewing trouble the next. Facing criminal charges can feel like getting caught in a sudden downpour, leaving you disoriented and in need of shelter. The criminal justice system can be complex and unforgiving. Here’s why securing a top-tier criminal lawyer in Florida is crucial for protecting your freedom and achieving the best possible outcome:
1. Unmatched Knowledge of Florida Criminal Law:
Florida has its own unique set of criminal codes, statutes, and court decisions. A top-tier criminal lawyer licensed in Florida possesses an in-depth understanding of these nuances, allowing them to:
2. Championing Your Rights in the Sunshine State:
The foundation of the criminal justice system lies in your fundamental rights. Top-tier criminal lawyers in Florida are dedicated to safeguarding these rights throughout your legal journey:
3. Building a Strategic Defense Through Meticulous Investigation:
A top criminal lawyer in Florida doesn’t just react; they proactively build a strong case for you:
4. Negotiation and Plea Bargaining: Seeking the Best Possible Outcome:
Reaching a favorable plea agreement can be a viable option in many cases. Top-tier criminal lawyers possess exceptional negotiation skills and can use their understanding of Florida law to advocate for you effectively:
5. Courtroom Advocacy: Powerful Representation When Needed:
If your case goes to trial, having a seasoned lawyer by your side is crucial:
6. Mitigating Sentencing: Minimizing Potential Penalties:
Even when a conviction seems likely, a skilled criminal lawyer can still fight for you:
7. Emotional Support and Guidance During a Difficult Time:
Legal matters can be emotionally challenging. Top lawyers understand this and can provide the necessary emotional support:
