Lake County · Clermont · Central Florida

Lake County Criminal Defense Lawyer

From the fast-growing suburbs of Clermont to the historic towns around the Harris Chain of Lakes, an arrest in Lake County can put your job, your reputation, and your freedom at risk. The Law Office of David A. Webster, P.A. defends the accused throughout Lake County with more than 30 years of combined experience.

Lake County lies just west of Orlando, and many of its communities, especially the booming south Lake area around Clermont, Minneola, and Groveland, are within easy reach of our Longwood office. We represent clients at the Lake County Judicial Center in Tavares against the full range of misdemeanor and felony charges, fighting to protect your record, your freedom, and your future.

David A. Webster is a former prosecutor who now focuses exclusively on criminal defense. That experience gives him insight into how the State Attorney’s Office in the Fifth Judicial Circuit builds its cases and how to challenge the evidence against you. Every client works directly with our team and receives an honest assessment and an aggressive defense.

Serving Clermont, Leesburg & All of Lake County

We represent clients throughout Lake County, including the cities and communities of:

 

Cities & communities we serve: Clermont, Leesburg, Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares, Minneola, Groveland, Mascotte, Lady Lake, and Umatilla.

Criminal Charges We Defend in Lake County

We focus exclusively on criminal defense. Whatever the charge, we scrutinize every detail of the stop, the arrest, the evidence, and the procedure to build the strongest possible defense:

Lake County’s lakes, highways, and growing nightlife also generate a steady stream of DUI and theft arrests, and we defend residents and visitors alike against these charges.

Where Your Lake County Case Will Be Heard

Lake County is part of Florida’s Fifth Judicial Circuit, which also includes Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties. Criminal cases are handled at the Lake County Judicial Center in Tavares, the county seat. Understanding how this court operates, its judges, its procedures, and the local State Attorney’s Office is a genuine advantage when we defend your case.

Lake County Judicial Center
550 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778
Fifth Judicial Circuit of Florida

Have a court date in Tavares? Call us first — never face a Lake County courtroom without an attorney.

Arrested in Lake County?

Don’t answer questions or accept a plea before you talk to us. Free, confidential consultation.  We’re available 24/7.

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Why Hire Our Firm for Your Lake County Case

When your case is in Lake County, experienced defense that knows the local courts makes the difference. Here’s what sets our office apart:

Close to south Lake

Our office serves the fast-growing Clermont, Minneola, and Groveland communities just west of Orlando.

Former prosecutor insight

David Webster once prosecuted cases like yours and knows exactly how the State builds and loses its case.

Personal attention

You work directly with our team. You are never a file number, and your calls are answered.

Available 24/7

Arrests don’t keep business hours. Reach us anytime at 407-862-9222 for a free consultation.

Lake County Criminal Defense FAQ

Where is the Lake County criminal courthouse?

Criminal cases are heard at the Lake County Judicial Center, 550 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778, in Florida’s Fifth Judicial Circuit.

Your office is in Longwood. Can you handle my Lake County case?

Yes. Lake County is just west of Orlando, with communities like Clermont and Minneola within easy reach of our office. We represent clients throughout the county at the Tavares courthouse.

Do you handle both misdemeanors and felonies in Lake County?

Yes. We defend the full range of charges, from misdemeanor DUI, theft, and drug possession to serious felonies including violent crimes and sex offenses.

How soon should I call after a Lake County arrest?

As soon as possible. Early involvement lets us protect your rights from the start. Never answer police questioning without a lawyer present; call 407-862-9222 any time, 24/7.