Mr. Crawford is dual Board Certified in Criminal Trial and also Appellate Practice. He is the only Lawyer in the state of Florida that holds both Board Certifications. He is an expert, as designated by the Florida Bar, in the only two areas of law that he practices.  He is an aggressive criminal defense and appellate attorney with a customized approach tailored to your individual needs. The Law Office of J. Andrew Crawford limits their practice areas exclusively to criminal defense and appeals. You can reach us for a free consultation by calling or sending us an email at

Mr. Crawford has achieved a prestigious rating of AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell for the Highest Level of Professional Excellence and High Ethical Standing. He also enjoys a rating of 10 out of 10 on AVVO in addition to his dual Board Certifications by the Florida Bar.  He has obtained multiple not guilty verdicts and appellate reversals. Mr. Crawford has argued before numerous courts of appeal, including the Florida Supreme Court. Additionally, he regularly tries cases ranging from First-Degree Murder to Driving Under the Influence, including an acquittal a young man charged with Second-Degree murder despite eye witness testimony.