Kenneth Padowitz, P.A.

Criminal Defense | Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL
954-928-9714Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Law Firm
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Broward County’s Leading Criminal Lawyer
Kenneth Padowitz, P.A. exclusively practices Criminal Defense law for 35 years and is recognized in the legal community as a leading provider of strategic and aggressive representation to those accused of crimes, at both the State and Federal level. We specialize in high profile and high-stakes criminal defense cases, including allegations of fraud and white collar crimes along with various cases of drug trafficking, murder and other violent offenses. We also provide our sophisticated and aggressive representation to those who have been charged with other lesser crimes, including DUI and all misdemeanors.
Our criminal law firm specializes in a wide array of complex, high-stakes criminal cases, which often consist of major felonies in both State, and Federal courts. We also provide our sophisticated and aggressive representation to those who have been charged with other lesser crimes, including DUI and all misdemeanors. Our law firm is geared towards providing the strategic criminal defense that is needed to defend our clients’ freedom, and we have extensive trial experience to back it up.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Federal Criminal Defense
- Criminal Defense
- DUI
Call 954-928-9714 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Kenneth Padowitz 
Ken is a former Homicide Prosecutor with the Broward County State Attorneys Office for 16 years and a practicing Trial Lawyer for 35 years. Ken is an “AV” rated lawyer, for 17 years in a row, known as Preeminent, the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell. Best Lawyers has awarded Broward criminal lawyer, Kenneth Padowitz, recognition and inclusion in Best Lawyers. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer review publication in the legal profession. Best Law Firms has been designated by U.S. News and World Report recognizing Kenneth Padowitz P.A. He is in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers and recognized by Super lawyers for 5 years as a Super Lawyer– only 5% of Lawyers in the State. Ken Padowitz has also been awarded America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney’s. Broward criminal lawyer, Kenneth Padowitz, is rated 10.0 out of 10 on Avvo.com and was honored in South Florida’s Top Rated Lawyers, Who’s Who in America, Florida Trend Magazines “Legal Elite“ and is “Lead Counsel” rated.
Ken is a former Homicide Prosecutor with the Broward County State Attorneys Office for 16 years and a practicing Trial Lawyer for 35 years. Ken is an “AV” rated lawyer, for 17 years in a row, known as Preeminent, the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell. Best Lawyers has awarded Broward criminal lawyer, Kenneth Padowitz, recognition and inclusion in Best Lawyers. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer review publication in the legal profession. Best Law Firms has been designated by U.S. News and World Report recognizing Kenneth Padowitz P.A. He is in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers and recognized by Super lawyers for 5 years as a Super Lawyer– only 5% of Lawyers in the State. Ken Padowitz has also been awarded America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney’s. Broward criminal lawyer, Kenneth Padowitz, is rated 10.0 out of 10 on Avvo.com and was honored in South Florida’s Top Rated Lawyers, Who’s Who in America, Florida Trend Magazines “Legal Elite“ and is “Lead Counsel” rated.
Attorney Joshua Padowitz
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.
Joshua Padowitz is a member of the Florida State Bar since September 2019 and is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for both the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida.
Joshua has been an integral part of the firm’s success. Prior to becoming an attorney, Joshua served as a law clerk for the firm in 2012, gaining valuable early experience in the field of criminal defense.
With his exceptional academic background, commitment to justice, and vast experience in the field of criminal defense and trial work, Joshua Padowitz is a highly valuable asset to Kenneth Padowitz, P.A. and the clients the firm serves.
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:

Joshua Padowitz
This attorney practices in Florida and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
Practice Area | Year |
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Criminal Defense | Since 2023 |
Federal Criminal Law | Since 2023 |
Criminal Defense | Since 2023 |
DUI | Since 2023 |

Kenneth Padowitz
This attorney practices in Florida and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
Practice Area | Year |
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Criminal Defense | Since 2023 |
Federal Criminal Law | Since 2023 |
Criminal Defense | Since 2015 |
DUI | Since 2023 |