Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Palm Bay, FL

These firms serve Palm Bay from nearby bases in Melbourne and Indialantic.

15 firms listed · 5 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Harnage Law

Harnage Law

4.9 48 reviews
“He was very willing to answer all my questions promptly and I felt he was quite personable and professional.”
Free consultationBBB A+Since 2016
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Funk, Szachacz & Diamond

Funk, Szachacz & Diamond

4.6 40 reviews
“Their kindness, experience, and extensive knowledge made my case go a lot smoother than I expected.”
BBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 1999
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Douglas R. Beam

Douglas R. Beam

4.9 42 reviews
“Both made me feel like part of the family and both mixed professionalism with a touch of personality perfectly.”
Free phone consultationNo fee unless you winFlorida Bar since 19853 attorneysServes Melbourne, FL, Brevard CountySince 1988
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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The Law Office of John Vernon Moore

The Law Office of John Vernon Moore

4.9 48 reviews
“Throughout the entirety of my legal journey, John kept me informed, taking the time to break down complex legal jargon into terms I could easily understand.”
Free phone consultationSince 2017
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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The Canina Law Firm

The Canina Law Firm

4.8 47 reviews
“Each of them are knowledgeable with respect to you and your situation and using the power of three, they make themselves available at all times.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2009Family-owned
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Steven G. Casanova

Steven G. Casanova

4.8 47 reviews
“I came to know of him as opposing counsel in several cases handled by my prior office and he stood out to me as competent, thorough and articulate.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2000
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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The 15 firms listed for Palm Bay, 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: Palm Bay, FL

The 15 firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 746 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "knowledge", "results" and "communication". 5 are open around the clock; 6 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 5 offer urgent consultations; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 12 publish a contact page and 7 list a public email. 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 Palm Bay open on Saturdays or Sundays?

6 of the 15 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.

Geoffrey P. Golub P.A.

Geoffrey P. Golub P.A.

4.8 46 reviews
“If he's not 100% certain, he has no problem researching anything and everything as to be certain he correctly informs you.”
Free phone consultationFlorida Bar since 1993NACDL memberServes Melbourne, Palm Bay +2BBB accreditedSince 1993
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Saxon Law

Saxon Law

4.4 15 reviews
“I have had the pleasure of dealing with Mrs Marilyn in Mr Saxons office and all i can say that Mrs Marilyn is always so helpful and professional and friendly.”
Free phone consultationServes Brevard County, FloridaBBB A+Since 2000
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Brad Soughers P.A.

Brad Soughers P.A.

5.0 13 reviews
“I very much appreciated the representation of this office and attorney Tim.”
Free consultationSince 2000Open 24 hoursLocally owned
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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K J Taylor Law

K J Taylor Law

4.7 18 reviews
“They stayed right by my side every step of the way and went above and beyond to help me through a very tough time.”
Free phone consultationFlorida Bar since 1997Since 2022
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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The Law Office of John A. Spellacy

The Law Office of John A. Spellacy

4.6 30 reviews
“You are the best I greatly appreciate all u did for me in this last 2 years I would definitely recommend u to everyone seeking legal representation.”
Free consultationSince 2020
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Murphy & Downs Law Offices

Murphy & Downs Law Offices

4.9 20 reviews
“Jason was a super big help, not only did he take care of a charge that could've removed me from the country completely, he really helped me in my time of need.”
Free consultation3 attorneysServes Brevard County, FloridaSince 2020
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Coastal Legal Team

Coastal Legal Team

4.6 5 reviews
“Got the answers and help we needed.”
Free consultationFlorida Bar since 2001Serves Brevard County, FloridaSince 2013
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Ronald L. Ecker II, Attorney at Law

Ronald L. Ecker II, Attorney at Law

5.0 16 reviews
“He's worked on both sides as a prosecutor and in criminal defense, so he has a vast knowledge of the law.”
Free consultationSince 2017
Indialantic, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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Weaver & Dorfman PA

Weaver & Dorfman PA

4.9 10 reviews
“He has made things happen for me and my family that I have never seen another attorney do.”
Since 1977
Melbourne, FL · 11 mi from Palm Bay
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