The 2026 ELA Awards from Expert Law Attorneys have named Joshi Law Firm, PA Best Criminal Defense Firm of 2026, recognizing the Orlando, Florida firm for its strong defense of people facing criminal charges.
About the 2026 ELA Awards
The 2026 ELA Awards highlight law firms that deliver for the people they represent. The program recognizes firms across a wide range of practice areas for their experience, their reputation with clients, their professional conduct, and their service to their communities.
Why Joshi Law Firm, PA Earned the Recognition
Joshi Law Firm, PA is an Orlando criminal defense firm handling state and federal cases across Central Florida and the state. Founding partner Rajan Joshi, a University of Florida College of Law graduate, began his career as an Assistant State Attorney in Jacksonville, received a 2003 Jury Trial Award, and later became a partner at Nejame Law Firm before founding his own firm, bringing more than 20 years of criminal defense experience. The firm defends clients facing DUI, drug possession and trafficking, assault and battery, domestic violence, sex offenses, theft, robbery, murder and manslaughter, white collar and federal crimes, probation violations and record sealing matters.
Results include not guilty verdicts on charges of firearm possession by a convicted felon after the firm was hired six days before trial, sexual battery on a minor, and second and third DUI offenses. Rajan Joshi has been recognized with Super Lawyers, an Avvo Rating of 10.0 Superb and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, and the firm has been featured on CNN, Fox, The Today Show, Dr. Phil, WESH 2, News6 and WFTV9. The firm offers free consultations and builds a personalized defense strategy for each case.
What the Award Means for Clients
For anyone dealing with a criminal charge, the ELA Award is a helpful signal when comparing firms. It reflects the experience, client service, and professionalism Joshi Law Firm, PA brings to each matter. The best next step is always a conversation with the attorney about your specific situation.