Will I work directly with an attorney?

Yes. Our client centered approach means direct, ongoing communication with your attorney throughout your case.

How much does my first consultation cost?

Nothing. Every initial consultation with Zapata Defense is free and confidential, with no obligation to hire us.

In what counties do you handle cases?

Our practice extends through Miami, Broward, Palm Beach, Fort Meyers, and Collier County

How quickly can you take my case?

Criminal cases move fast. We prioritize an immediate response for urgent matters, including recent arrests.

Does your team speak Spanish?

Yes, our attorneys and staff are fluent in both English and Spanish.

We're a boutique firm, so every client gets one on one attention rather than being passed between staff.

What areas of criminal law do you handle?

Everything from misdemeanors to serious felonies, including DUI, drug crimes, and violent crimes.

How do I get started?

Reach out for a free, confidential consultation and we'll walk you through your options.

How soon will someone respond?

We prioritize an immediate response, especially for urgent matters like a recent arrest.

Practice Areas

From misdemeanors to serious felonies, Zapata Defense provides strategic, aggressive representation across South Florida. Explore our practice areas.

HOW WE WORK WITH YOU

We're in your corner, across every stage and every type of criminal charge.

Free consultation

Case strategy

Personalized Attention

Representation

Communication

Compassionate Guidance

Personal Injury

Beyond criminal defense, our team also advocates for individuals who have been injured due to another party's negligence, working to secure the compensation and outcome you deserve.

Restraining Orders

A restraining order can affect your home, your family, and your daily life almost immediately. We act fast to represent your interests at the hearing and work toward an outcome that protects your rights and relationships.

Gun Cases

Firearm charges in Florida carry some of the state's strictest mandatory minimum sentences. Our team scrutinizes the circumstances of the stop, search, and seizure to identify every opportunity to challenge the charge and protect your rights.

DUI and Traffic Offenses

DUI and traffic charges move quickly, with strict deadlines that can affect your driving privileges. We act immediately to review the stop, the testing procedures, and the evidence against you.

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations carry immediate legal consequences, including protective orders that can impact your family and living situation. We approach these cases with both urgency and discretion, working to protect your rights from the very first hearing.

Aggravated Battery

Aggravated battery charges carry serious penalties in Florida, often elevated by allegations of a weapon or significant injury. We move quickly to examine every detail of the incident and build a defense strategy focused on protecting your record and your future.

Drug Crimes

From simple possession to trafficking allegations, drug charges hinge on the details of the search, seizure, and arrest. We examine every step of that process to identify weaknesses in the prosecution's case and build the strongest possible defense.

Juvenile

Federal Crimes

Federal charges move through a different system entirely, with their own procedures, sentencing guidelines, and stakes. Our trial tested approach is built to meet that complexity head on, with a defense strategy tailored to federal court.

When a minor is facing criminal charges, the goal is protecting their future as much as resolving the case. We guide families through the juvenile justice system with a strategy focused on minimizing long-term impact.

Sexual Battery

Misdemeanors

Even a misdemeanor conviction can affect your job, housing, and reputation. We work to minimize, or eliminate, the impact of the charges against you, with the same level of attention as any felony case.

Probation Violations

A probation violation can put previously resolved matters back on the table, with the risk of new penalties. We work to present the full picture of your circumstances and advocate for the most favorable resolution available.

Violent Crimes

Assault, battery, and other violent crime charges require an attorney prepared for high-stakes courtroom strategy. We prepare every case as if it's headed to trial, ensuring you have the strongest possible defense.

Sexual battery allegations carry severe, life-altering consequences and demand an aggressive, meticulous defense. We conduct a thorough review of the evidence and circumstances to protect your rights and your future at every stage of the process.

Theft and Burglary

Theft and burglary charges range widely in severity, and the specific facts of your case can significantly affect the outcome. We build a defense tailored to the details of your situation, aimed at the best possible resolution.

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