Moses & Rooth Attorneys at Law Marks 20 Years of Criminal Defense Practice in Central Florida

Andrew Moses & Jay Rooth

Orlando firm founded in 2006 by two former prosecutors has represented thousands of clients in state and federal criminal matters

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Orlando firm founded in 2006 by two former prosecutors has represented thousands of clients in state and federal criminal matters across Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties

Moses & Rooth Attorneys at Law, Orlando criminal defense attorneys based in Downtown Orlando, is marking its 20th anniversary in 2026. Attorneys Andrew Moses and Jay Rooth founded the firm in 2006 after serving as prosecutors with the Orange and Osceola County State Attorney's Office.

Over the past two decades, the firm has represented thousands of clients in state and federal criminal matters. Its caseload has included DUI charges, misdemeanors, and serious felonies, as well as representation of clients facing federal investigations. The firm serves individuals and families throughout Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties, including the communities of Orlando, Longwood, Kissimmee, and Clermont.

Before founding the firm, Moses and Rooth worked as colleagues at the State Attorney's Office, where they gained courtroom experience handling criminal cases throughout Central Florida. During that time, the two attorneys developed a shared view that people facing criminal charges should have access to experienced representation, honest communication, and attorneys invested in the outcome of their cases. That view led them to leave government service and open a criminal defense practice together.

The firm began with a modest office, a single shared desk, and a limited budget. The order of the partners' names was settled by a coin flip: heads for Moses & Rooth, tails for Rooth & Moses. Like many new small businesses, the practice required long hours in its early years. The founders focused on case preparation, courtroom experience, and personal attention to each client, and the firm grew steadily through word of mouth before expanding into office space in Downtown Orlando.

The founders' backgrounds as former prosecutors have remained a defining part of the firm's practice. Their experience on the prosecution side provides insight into how criminal cases are investigated, how charging decisions are made, and how prosecutors prepare cases for trial. When Moses and Rooth moved into criminal defense, they brought that perspective with them, and the firm applies it in helping clients understand the legal process and the challenges involved in their cases.

The founders built the practice around the understanding that a criminal case can affect a client's family and future, not only the charges at hand. As the firm's caseload increased, Moses and Rooth maintained a model built on direct communication and hands-on representation. The firm notes that facing a criminal charge is often an uncertain experience for clients, and its approach centers on clear guidance, thorough preparation, and a defense strategy tailored to the circumstances of each case.

The firm identifies several principles that have guided its work since 2006: treating clients with respect, communicating directly and honestly, protecting constitutional rights, and providing experienced legal guidance. According to the firm, these principles have shaped its reputation in Central Florida and remain unchanged as it enters its third decade.

The 20th anniversary also marks two decades of partnership between Moses and Rooth, both of whom continue to practice at the firm they started together. The firm's stated goal remains the same as it was in 2006: helping clients navigate criminal matters with experienced legal representation and a clear understanding of their options.

About Moses & Rooth Attorneys at Law
Moses & Rooth Attorneys at Law is a criminal defense firm located in Downtown Orlando, Florida. Founded in 2006 by former prosecutors Andrew Moses and Jay Rooth, the firm represents clients in state and federal criminal matters, including DUI, misdemeanor, and felony charges and federal investigations. The firm serves clients throughout Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties. More information is available at mosesandrooth.com

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