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Joshua Padowitz

Joshua Padowitz

Passionate advocate, trial lawyer & rising talent in criminal defense
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Appeals & Appellate ...
  • Florida
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Biography

Joshua Padowitz is a skilled and dedicated criminal defense attorney at Kenneth Padowitz, P.A., a reputable criminal defense law firm based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With a strong passion for justice, a reputation for his acute attention to detail and aggressive representation, and a commitment to protecting his clients’ rights, Joshua brings an impressive background and diverse experience to every case he handles. Joshua adds his skills, knowledge, and tenacious attitude to the firm’s collective 40+ years experience in legal practice.

Joshua’s experience extends beyond his work with Kenneth Padowitz, P.A. He served as a Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern and an Assistant State Attorney in the Broward State Attorney’s Office, 17th Judicial Circuit, until April 2021. During his tenure, he honed his skills as a prosecutor and gained invaluable insight into the inner workings of the criminal justice system. A rising talent in the field of criminal defense, Joshua Padowitz is a passionate advocate, determined to hold the justice system to account and achieve exemplary outcomes for his clients.

His dedication to the field of law is also evident in his academic achievements. Joshua is one of only a few who graduated summa cum laude with a Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad Law Center in May 2019. He was a recipient of the prestigious Goodwin Scholarship and was consistently on the Dean’s List. Joshua’s academic excellence was further demonstrated by his multiple Book Awards in various legal subjects, including Contracts, Torts, Property, and Multi-State Bar Lab.

Joshua also holds a Bachelor of Psychology degree from Nova Southeastern University’s College of Psychology, where he graduated with a GPA of 3.89. He was a member of several honor societies, including Alpha Chi, Psi Chi International, Delta Epsilon Iota, and Tau Sigma. His exceptional academic performance placed him on the Dean’s List throughout his undergraduate studies.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Appeals & Appellate
Federal Appeals
White Collar Crime
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
The Florida Bar
ID Number: 1018363
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United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
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United States District Court Middle District of Florida
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United States District Court Southern District of Florida
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Professional Experience
Partner
Kenneth Padowitz, P.A.
- Current
Assistant State Attorney
Broward County State Attorney's Office, 17th Judicial Circuit
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Education
Nova Southeastern University
J.D.
Honors: Summa cum laude
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Awards
Best Law Firms
BestLawyers.com
Top 40 Under 40 - Criminal Defense
The National Trial Lawyers
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Elite Lawyer Award - Criminal Defense
ELITE LAWYER
Best Law Firms
BestLawyers.com
Florida's Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney
Attorney and Practice Magazine
Top 40 Under 40 - Criminal Defense
The National Trial Lawyers
U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms"
U.S. News & World Report
Lead Counsel Verified - Criminal Law, Appellate
Thomson Reuters
Lead Counsel Verified - Criminal Law, Federal
Thomson Reuters
Lead Counsel Verified - Criminal Law, State Felony & Misdemeanor
Thomson Reuters
Lead Counsel Verified - Drunk Driving Defense
Thomson Reuters
Clients' Choice Award
Avvo
U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms"
U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms"
U.S. News & World Report
Websites & Blogs
Website
Kenneth Padowitz, P.A.
Website
Psychology Criminal Law Blog
Website
Super Lawyers
Website
FindLaw
Blog
Criminal Law blog
Contact & Map
Kenneth Padowitz, P.A.
888 S Andrews Ave
# 205
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
US
Telephone: (954) 761-3888
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