Harnage Law
“Sean Harnage and his team are knowledgeable, expedient, thorough and honest about everything that transpired during the bankruptcy process.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Melbourne, FL
20 firms listed · all 20 in Melbourne · 7 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Funk, Szachacz & Diamond
“These 3 men are the most outstanding individuals you will ever have to represent you.”
Douglas R. Beam
“His sympathy, communication, transparency, and commitment to my case made the process a smooth one.”
The Law Office of John Vernon Moore
“Engaging with an attorney can often be a source of anxiety, but from my very first interaction with John Vernon Moore, those apprehensions quickly vanished.”
The Canina Law Firm
“Having collaborated with numerous law firms over the years, I can confidently say that the Canina Law Firm stands out for their professionalism among Brevard County criminal defense lawyers.”
Parks & Braxton, PA - DUI Defense Attorneys Brevard County
“He was very reassuring immediately after my arrest, and everything went exactly as he said it would from the first time we spoke.”
The 20 firms listed for Melbourne, FL defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Melbourne, FL
All 20 firms we list here are in Melbourne itself. The firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 991 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), responsiveness (82%) and quality (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "knowledge". 7 are open around the clock; 10 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are burglary (2), domestic violence (2), misdemeanors (2), theft crimes (2) and violent crimes (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 7 offer urgent consultations; 8 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Are criminal law firms listed for Melbourne open on Saturdays or Sundays?
10 of the 20 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.
Steven G. Casanova
“I believe in Steven Casanova, that he has my back while representing me.”
Geoffrey P. Golub P.A.
“1 of the best damn attorneys in the county your going to EVER FIND!!!”
Saxon Law
“One walk through the courthouse w him and you too will see how respected he is by his colleagues; and in the courtroom he's all business fighting for you!”
Brad Soughers P.A.
“He is the best criminal defense attorney in the area he has helped out our family numerous times highly recommend him...”
K J Taylor Law
“She explained everything and made a trying time a bit more bearable.”
The Law Office of John A. Spellacy
“He is somebody I highly recommend for anybody during a court case he helped me and got all my charges disposed!!”
Murphy & Downs Law Offices
“I was referred to Jason and I was told that he and his team get things done the right way and fast.”
Law Offices of Laura D. Siemers
“She was super thorough and took the time to listen to me and explain in detail the process that we would be going through.”
Law Offices of Bryan J. McCarthy: Criminal Defense Lawyer
“Mc Carthy Provided a very professional service, His attention to detail and Communication was very Precise..”
Albert & Donnelly
“Thank you again to John and his team Laurie and Reese (probably spelled the name wrong) If you need a lawyer, this is the team to hire, I'm extremely satisfied.”
Coastal Legal Team
“Just want anyone to know who reads this review That Coastal legal team is the way to go !!!!”
Chang & Pyles
“Chang is a very professional Attorney and he did the best he could with my case!”
The Law Office of John A. Russo
“He has certainly built good will with us as we wouldn't hesitate to use him in the future & highly recommend him as he is the antithesis of a money grabbing lawyer who thinks only about what's in it for him.”
Weaver & Dorfman PA
“Ken Weaver has over 30 years of experience and has been a HUGE help for me and several friends.”
Why these companies made our list
Is this page useful? Yes
No
Is there anything wrong with this page?
