The following are some of the good resolutions The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Lawyers has recently had. This is not a comprehensive list of all case results, it is merely a small sampling of some of the cases and their favorable resolutions.
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Young Client Avoids Felony Record and Keeps Future Intact
Case Number: 53-2025-CF-005192-A000-BA
County: Polk
Facing felony charges at just 20 years old — including tampering with evidence and possession of cocaine — this young man’s future was on the line. A felony conviction would...
Charges: Possession of Counterfeit License Plates or Similar Items
County: Orange
Our client, a hardworking father who supports his family by driving containers from the port for a logistics company, was arrested for the felony offense of possession of a counterfeit...
On August 3, 2025, Client’s vehicle was stopped, and officers discovered cocaine inside. Client explained that the drugs belonged to a passenger. Recognizing the underlying issues of addiction and trauma,...
Withhold of Adjudication – Reduced to Reckless Driving
Case Number: 2025CT001387A
Charges: DUI reduced to Reckless Driving
County: Seminole
Our Client was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and needed the matter resolved quietly and quickly, without a DUI conviction. Despite a high breath test, we negotiated a reduction...
Violation of Probation and License Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2025-CT-301552-A-E
Charges: DWLS
County: Orange
On July 10, 2025, Client was stopped for driving without a valid license and with an expired tag. Due to the Client already on probation for a prior cannabis possession...
“Resisting” Law Enforcement Charge Dismissed on Trial Day
Case Number: 2025-MM-403371-A-O
Charges: Resisting without violence
County: Orange
On March 20, 2025, around 1:45 a.m., Orlando Police claimed to smell cannabis and ordered our Client and another person to “show some ID.” When the other individual ignored them...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. We were able to help client fix his license and then show that new license to the State in exchange for a...
Aggravated Assault and Firearm Charges Fully Dismissed
Case Number: 35-2023-CF-001869-AXXX-XX
Charges: Aggravated Assault With A Deadly Weapon x2 and Discharging A Firearm In Public From A Vehicle.
County: Lake
Our client was accused of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and discharging a firearm in public—charges that carried a potential maximum penalty of 25 years in prison. After extensive...
Airport Trespassing and Disorderly Intoxication Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2025-MM-405125-A-O
Charges: Trespass After Warning Disorderly Intoxication
County: Orange
On July 3, 2025, Client became upset after JetBlue refused to allow him to board his flight or issue a replacement ticket. Airport police ordered Client to leave, but after...
Our Client was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and received two additional traffic citations. After finding us online, he shared that our firm’s YouTube videos helped him feel informed...
Client on probation for Cannabis over 20 grams. On July 10, 2025 client violated probation by driving without a license (Driving While License Suspended) and confessed, violating probation. Attorney set...
Probation Violation – Client Reinstated and Returned Home
Case Number: 2024 CT 003392
Charges: DUI > 0.15 (VOP)
County: Osceola
Our client returned to us after a probation violation in July 2025, following a plea we originally negotiated in November 2024. He was concerned about losing his job and supporting...
Client was arrested for two counts of Battery against his ex girlfriend and her brother, but he only acted in self-defense. The problem was, it was two stories against one...
Veteran with PTSD – Case Resolved Quickly and Favorably
Case Number: 2025-MM-100225-A-A
Charges: Petit Theft
County: Orange
Our client, a military veteran with a history of PTSD and anxiety, came to us with a single prior charge that had already been dismissed. We worked swiftly to achieve...
Charges: Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence Without Minor Children
County: Seminole
Client, a senior executive with a major company, hired me after his wife of just a few months filed an injunction based on false and calculated accusations. If granted, it...
Charges: Engaging in, committing, or offering prostitution – first violation.
County: Polk
After 3 attorneys and almost 2 years, Client came to us begging for help with her Prostitution (First Violation) charge in Polk County, FL. Sadly, she was a victim of...
Client was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and we tried to get her into a diversion program. The State would not agree. Although client was scared of trial, we...
Federal Disorderly Conduct Case Resolved with Civil Citation
Charges: Disorderly Conduct
County: Brevard
Our client was issued a notice to appear for disorderly conduct at a beach located on federal property. After discussions with the federal prosecutor and the citing officer, we reached...
Charges: "Att Burglary of Dwelling Aggr. Stalking"
County: Orange
Our client shared children with his long-time partner, but when their relationship ended and he began seeing someone new, tensions escalated. After he went to his former partner’s home to...
Charge Reduced to Civil Infraction – No Record, No Points
Case Number: 2025 108508 MMDB
Charges: Racing on the Highway
County: Volusia
Our Client was originally charged with Driving While License Suspended, a criminal offense that could have led to a conviction and points on their record. After presenting mitigating evidence and...
Charges: 1.AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A FIREARM (ASSAULT) 2. CR-IMPROPER EXHIBITION OF WEAPON OR FIREARM
County: Orange
Our client, an FBI Agent, was staying at a hotel when a mix-up led staff to mistakenly enter her room and call the police. The situation quickly escalated into a...
Charges: Petition for Injunction for Protection Against Dating Violence
County: Polk
Client, a federal law enforcement officer and veteran, was falsely accused of disturbing and career-ending conduct in a dating violence injunction filed by a former partner. We spent countless hours...
Client, who has a learning disability, was charged with Petit Theft after mistakenly failing to scan several items at Target. We gathered and presented mental health and school records provided...
Our Client was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for an obscured tag. During the stop, law enforcement discovered pills that our Client did not know what they were, leading...
Client was arrested for two counts of Battery on a Security Officer after an isolated incident. Recognizing her clean record and genuine remorse, we negotiated her entry into a diversion...
Client was arrested for Petit Theft after allegedly swapping tags on sunglasses at a mall store. We secured her placement in an early resolution diversion program, allowing her to earn...
Possession of Methamphetamine – Probation and Future Protected
Case Number: 35-2025-CF-001304-AXXX-01
Charges: 1. Possession of Methamphetamine 2. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
County: Lake
Client was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia while already on felony probation, putting him at risk of a lengthy prison sentence. We moved quickly, analyzing the evidence...
Felony Violation of Probation – Prison Avoided and Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-000687-AXXX-01
Charges: Violation of Probation Video Voyeurism
County: Lake
Client was arrested on a felony violation of probation for Video Voyeurism, along with new charges for Possession of Methamphetamine and Paraphernalia. His family had been told by three other...
On October 19, 2023, Client was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for an obscured tag. After drugs were found in the car, he was searched and discovered to have...
Aggravated Assault and Drug Trafficking Resolved Without Conviction
Case Number: 2024-CF-015705-A-O
Charges: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT-WEAPON-WITH DEADLY WEAPON WITHOUT INTENT TO KILL (ASSAULT)
County: Orange
Elderly client has been robbed before, and was driving convertible BMW on highway when a car tailgates him for miles, then eventually pulls up beside him. Client points a "gun"...
Battery by Strangulation and Probation Violation – All Charges Dropped
Case Number: 2025-CF-001800-AXXX-01
Charges: BATTERY BY STRANGULATION & FELONY VOP
County: Lake
Client was arrested in Lake County for Battery by Strangulation, which also triggered a felony violation of probation, leaving him in custody with no bond. After meeting with Client and...
Charges: 1. Attempted Second Degree Murder (With A Firearm) 2. Aggravated Battery with a Firearm 3. Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felony
County: Orange
Client had already served four years in prison and completed one year of probation when a new arrest triggered a violation as a Violent Felony Offender of Special Concern. We...
Client was charged with Reckless Driving. The State wanted points on his license and a criminal conviction. We negotiated a deal where client could avoid both, and all he had...
Charges: Possession of Cocaine, DWLS, Possession of a firearm during a commission of a felony
County: Volusia
Our client was facing four separate cases and the possibility of more than 30 years in prison. After carefully reviewing the evidence once discovery began, our team successfully negotiated to...
Client was arrested for Soliciting for Prostitution. She was completely innocent but did not speak English so it was difficult to hire counsel and she did not qualify for the...
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Charges Dropped
Case Number: 53-2025-CF-005939-A000-BA
Charges: Aggravated Assault with a Weapon Without Intent to Kill
County: Polk
Client was charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon after using a knife to defend himself during an unprovoked attack by his roommate. He did not initiate the confrontation...
No Valid Driver’s License – Charge and Warrant Dismissed
Case Number: 2024 102501 MMDB
Charges: NO VALID DL
County: Volusia
Client was charged with No Valid Driver's License. We helped client fix his license and then we were able to get the charges dismissed. He also had a warrant out...
Domestic Violence Battery – Dismissed on Self-Defense Grounds
Case Number: 2025 MM 001062
Charges: DV BATTERY
County: Osceola
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after a dispute with his ex-girlfriend during her visit with their daughter. Evidence showed that she initiated the altercation while intoxicated and refused...
Domestic Violence Battery – Case Dismissed While on Felony Probation
Case Number: 05-2025-MM-036654-AXXX-BC
Charges: Battery (Domestic Violence)
County: Brevard
Client was on felony probation when she was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after a misunderstanding with her boyfriend. The alleged victim immediately contacted us to clarify that he never...
This was Client’s second DUI arrest, and a conviction would have had serious career consequences due to her military service status. After completing a 30-day residential rehabilitation program through the...
Charges: BURG (CONV) {NO BATTERY/ASSAULT/WEAPON GRAND THEFT OVER $750 LESS THAN $5000 POSS BURGLARY TOOLS WITH INTENT TO USE
County: Polk
Client was falsely accused of sawing off catalytic converters in Polk County after police discovered his fingerprints inside a vehicle linked to the crime scene. The surveillance video, however, clearly...
Our Client was charged with an Injuction Against Domestic Violence. We conducted extensive research on the case and got the petition dismissed. As a result, our Client is able to...
Possession of Cocaine and Paraphernalia – Jail Avoided, Second Chance Earned
Case Number: 2025-CF-001999-A000-XX
Charges: Possession of Cocaine Use/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
County: Polk
Client, a 63-year-old woman with no criminal record, was arrested for possession of a small amount of cocaine and paraphernalia during a traffic stop that deeply shook her. Struggling with...
DUI – Reduced to Reckless Driving to Protect Immigration Status
Case Number: 05-2025-CT-010014-AXXX-BC
Charges: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE RAN STOP SIGN
County: Brevard
Client was arrested for DUI in Brevard County while in the U.S. on a temporary visa. Because a DUI conviction could have severely impacted his immigration status and citizenship application,...
Animal Neglect Accusations – No Criminal Charges Filed
Case Number: 2025-MM-PENDING
Charges: Treat Animal in a Neglectful Manner
County: Orange
Our Client cared for a stray cat that had been injured by another animal and did her best to treat its wounds. When the cat’s condition did not improve after...
Felony Probation Violation – Prison Avoided and Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 2025MM002942A000LD
Charges: Resisting or obstructing a law enforcement officer without using violence.
County: Polk
Client was facing a serious felony probation violation and a very real risk of prison. After meeting him in jail, we acted immediately—reviewing the case, challenging the allegations, and negotiating...
Charges: Trafficking in Meth, Poss Cocaine with Intent to Sell
County: Orange
Police stop Client's car for running a stop sign, then search it due to smell of cannabis (illegal search) and spot open bottle of rum. When car is searched, they...
Public Urination and Drug Possession – All Charges Dropped
Case Number: 2025-MO-400444-A-O
Charges: Possession of cocaine, Urinating in public
County: Orange
Our client was arrested for public urination after leaving a bar, and during the arrest, officers discovered a small amount of cocaine. The Attorney successfully had the felony drug charge...
Multiple Felony Cases – Sentence Reduced from 30+ Years to 5
Case Number: 05-2024-CF-014014-AXXX-BC
Charges: Possession of a Firearm as a convicted felon.
County: Brevard
Client was facing more than 30 years in prison across multiple felony cases, but after a thorough review of all evidence and careful negotiations, we were able to resolve every...
Public Urination and Possession of Cocaine Both Dismissed Outright
Case Number: 2025-CF-001909-A-O
Charges: Possession of Cocaine
County: Orange
Client was stopped for public urination and had cocaine on him, creating a felony charge of Possession of Cocaine and a misdemeanor city charge of Public Urination. We sent the...
Family Dispute and DUI – Felony Charges Dismissed, Probation Only
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-001270-AXXX-01
Charges: Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and DUI
County: Lake
Client was facing six years in prison after a family disagreement escalated and led to her arrest for DUI and several additional charges. Our investigation revealed that her family’s actions...
Domestic Violence Battery – Case Dismissed in Two Weeks
Case Number: 2025-MM-404106-A-O
Charges: Battery (Domestic Violence)
County: Orange
Client, who had no prior record, was arrested in Orange County, Florida for Battery (Domestic Violence) following a family argument with his stepson that escalated into false criminal accusations. After...
Battery Strangulation and Child Abuse – Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-CF-008442-A-O
Charges: Batt. Strangulation/Child Abuse
County: Orange
Client was vacationing in Florida with his teenage daughter and family when a group of boys began harassing his daughter in a lazy river. One of the boys flipped Client’s...
Charges: Prostitution and Enter/Remain in a Place for Prostitution
County: Orange
Client had our firm seal her record over 10 years ago. Now she was eligible to expunge the record. Client wanted to make sure this criminal record was destroyed. Attorney...
Driving While License Suspended – Case Dismissed Immediately
Case Number: 2025-CT-201010-A-W
Charges: Driving While License Suspended/Revoked With Knowledge
County: Orange
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended in May and hired us at the end of June. We immediately addressed his license issues and, before our first phone call,...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, but within just a few days of being retained, Attorney took swift action and filed on the case. The State quickly dropped all...
VOP on DUI (substitution of counsel for sentencing)
Case Number: 2019-CT-001253-A-E
County: Orange
Client on probation for DUI actual physical control (parked car) and accused by alcoholic mother of attacking mother with a knife in client's own house and prying at door where...
Client faced a violation of probation (VOP) after being charged with possession of cocaine. Following our intervention and advocacy, the VOP was dismissed, and Client was reinstated to probation, allowing...
Client was accused of petit theft after a misunderstanding at a Publix, where his co-worker claimed to have paid for their food but secretly walked out without doing so. Believing...
Aggravated Assault Charges Reduced and Felony Dismissed
Case Number: 2023-CF-014355-A-O
County: Orange
The Client was charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon stemming from a shooting outside a hookah lounge. After extensive litigation and the filing of a...
Client was arrested for DUI after hitting a light pole, though no officer actually saw him driving. One officer falsely claimed he did, and the video evidence along with conflicting...
DUI Dismissed — Judge Rules Police Violated Client’s Rights
Case Number: 2024-CT-407746-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for DUI after responsibly choosing to sleep in her car instead of driving. Officers unlawfully opened her car door without legal justification. Attorney argued that this was...
Driving Without a License Charge Dropped — Client Regains Driving Privileges
Case Number: 2024-CT-403295-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Driving Without a License. Attorney guided him through the process of legally obtaining his driver’s license, then presented proof to the State. After seeing that Client...
On December 16, 2023, client and wife had an argument after guys flirted with her at a bar and she enjoyed it. Client told her it made him uncomfortable and...
VOP AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ON PERSON OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE WITH A DEADLY WEAPON AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON
Case Number: 35-2023-CF-002029-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
Client went to the dump and they wouldn't accept his "construction trash" so instead of taking it to the correct dump site, decided to abandon it on someone's property and...
CONSERVATION-ENVIRONMENT: DUMP LITTER PRIVATE PROPERTY 500+ LB WO PERMIT
Case Number: 35-2025-MM-003380-AXXX-01
County: Lake
Client went to the dump and they wouldn't accept his "construction trash" so instead of taking it to the correct dump site, decided to abandon it on someone's property and...
Former client arrested for DV battery and hired us, but we had to immediately withdraw due to ethical conflict and subsequent clash between client and staff.
Date Resolved: 6/23/2025
Former client arrested for DV battery and hired us, but we had to immediately withdraw due to ethical conflict and subsequent clash between client and staff.
Aggravated Assault with a Firearm Allegation Dropped
Case Number: 2024 CF 003540
County: Osceola
On November 15, 2025, the Client was accused of threatening another driver with a firearm during a heated road incident after the other driver brake-checked him and acted aggressively. Our...
On November 16, 2024, client was at a racing event as a spectator. Client had blacked out his tag in advance. When police shoed up, client fled and ran red...
The Attorney was able to resolve the case with no jail time and no adjudication of guilt. The Client had lost a previous job because of these charges and risked...
Client accused in two cases of failure to register as a sex offender. Scoring a minimum of 34 months prison and potential maximum sentence of ten years for both cases...
The Client was charged with Failure to Register. After defense advocacy and negotiation, the State dismissed the case in full. The Client avoided prosecution and maintained a clean record.
Condition of release in MM25-123 DV battery case was "no contact" with victim. Client had contact with victim anyway because she contacted him to discuss the children. Client was arrested...
Accused of DV battery by pushing ex-girlfriend and pulling phone from her hand. Condition of release was "no contact" with victim. Client had contact with victim anyway because she contacted...
Client was arrested for five counts of DUI with property damage after a Tesla camera captured the incident. Client failed to yield while turning left, collided with another vehicle, and...
Two-Year Stalking Injunction Granted After Neighbor’s Harassment
Case Number: 2025-DR-001809-O
County: Orange
In November 2024, the Respondent moved in next door and began harassing the Clients—blasting music, yelling insults, and posting TikTok videos bragging about making their lives difficult. Attorney presented the...
In November 2024, Respondent (b/f) moves in next door to clients. Respondent learns husband is a deputy and dislikes him and wife, particularly as other neighbors dislike wife. Respondent begins...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, but the State declined to prosecute and dismissed all charges. This outcome was crucial because Client needed a full dismissal to keep his...
Client was charged with a first-degree felony for alleged Exploitation of the Elderly, facing up to 30 years in prison. From the start, we knew the State’s case was built...
Client was arrested for Driving with an Out-of-State License, which is not a crime. She lawfully split her time between Georgia and Florida and was permitted to hold a valid...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after biting her husband in self-defense while he was choking her. Despite his written admission, police arrested her due to the bite marks....
Our client was indicted on RICO, Grand Theft, and Organized Fraud charges and faced a potential 30-year prison sentence. From the beginning, the client maintained his innocence, and our team...
The Client was charged with two DUI offenses, both enhanceable, including DUI with Property Damage. Through negotiation, the Attorney was able to resolve the case as a first-time minimum DUI....
Two sisters were arrested for battery against each other while on a family vacation. Although they were initially not scheduled to see a judge for 24 hours, we successfully moved...
Public Assistance Fraud and Grand Theft Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023 305186 CFDB
County: Volusia
The Client, a nurse, was charged with Public Assistance Fraud and Grand Theft for under-reporting income between December 2019 and May 2021. Through strategic negotiation, our attorney secured the Client’s...
Domestic Violence Battery and False Imprisonment Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 35-2025-CF-000989-AXXX-01
County: Lake
Client was accused of domestic violence battery and false imprisonment after an argument with his wife. Although the initial report alleged that Client struck his wife while closing the front...
Battery and Criminal Mischief Charges Dismissed After Attorney Exposes False Arrest
Case Number: 2025-MM-100076-A-A
County: Orange
Client was arrested after a confrontation in a Dollar Tree parking lot where another driver became aggressive, smashed the Clients’ car window, and physically attacked her. Despite clear evidence that...
Felony Drug and Prostitution Charges – Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023CF000481A 2024-CF-000471-A-O
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for felony drug charges and prostitution, but we secured entry into diversion drug court, leading to a full dismissal of all charges. Afterward, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully...
Client was charged with Shoplifting / Petit Theft, but Attorney Zahra Umansky got the case dismissed. Because Client works in the education field and was concerned about the record being...
Driving While License Suspended Reduced to Civil Infraction
Case Number: 2025-CT-402315-A-O
County: Orange
The Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. Through negotiation, the charge was reduced to a non-criminal civil infraction for Failure to Display. The Client avoided a criminal conviction...
On April 13, 2025, wife claimed drunk client put a gun to her head and hit her in the ribs (and showed police a bruise). He was arrested for Aggravated...
All Charges Dismissed Before Trial — Grand Theft and Exploitation Case
Case Number: 2024 108135 CFDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Grand Theft, Exploitation of an Elderly or Disabled Adult (Less Than $10,000), and Organized Scheme to Defraud. Just prior to trial, all charges were dismissed....
The Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence and Refusal to Submit to Testing (Prior Offense). Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the charges reduced to Reckless...
The Client was charged with Maintaining a Business to Sell Alcohol Unlawfully. After negotiations with the State, a nolle prosequi was filed, and the case was dismissed. The Client avoided...
Client, a working professional, initially tried to handle his own expungement (pro se) but was unable to complete the process. Attorney Zahra Umansky took over and successfully expunged Client’s arrest...
Client was arrested for DUI, and Attorney promptly filed a motion to suppress before the State realized the case should have been filed as a felony. When the hearing took...
The Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended (first offense). After successfully completing a Pre-Trial Diversion program, the State filed a nolle prosequi on June 3, and the case...
The Client was charged with Boating Under the Influence. After reviewing the State’s evidence, the Attorney determined that the Client was not guilty of the charge. The Attorney spoke with...
Serious Felony Drug and Battery Charges Partially Dismissed — Client Avoids Prison
Case Number: 05-2024-CF-023330-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client faced multiple felony charges, including Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Oxycodone, and Possession of More Than 20 Grams of Cannabis, along with related...
On April 6, 2025, client (wife) accused of knocking phone from husband's hand (battery) and stopping him from calling police (interfere w/ 911 call) and then not exiting bathroom for...
Interfere with 911 call (felony) DV Battery Resisting without violence
Case Number: 2025 CF 001028
County: Osceola
On April 6, 2025, client (wife) accused of knocking phone from husband's hand (battery) and stopping him from calling police (interfere w/ 911 call) and then not exiting bathroom for...
Client was arrested for DUI, and Attorney refused to waive her right to a speedy trial, setting the case for trial. When the court date arrived, the State was unprepared...
The Client had a warrant for missing court after a prior attorney failed to inform him of his court date. The Attorney was able to have the warrant removed, then...
No Registration Charge Dropped — Client Avoids Court and Keeps Record Clean
Case Number: 05-2025-CT-022197-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client was cited for Criminal No Registration after purchasing a new vehicle for his grandson and taking it to a mechanic before registering it. Attorney provided the State with proof...
Client accused of getting dental work for his girlfriend on July 23, 2022 but paying with a bad check. Neither credit card, nor check valid and client didn't resolve when...
Client was arrested for DUI involving a crash. After gathering all case evidence — including a recorded call between two police agencies admitting that no one saw Client behind the...
Client was arrested for battery against her husband. Although he did not want to prosecute, she was arrested anyway. We promptly worked with him to obtain a declination of prosecution,...
Client was arrested for DUI after barely blowing over the legal limit. Because he holds a commercial driver’s license (CDL), federal law barred him from entering a diversion program. We...
High Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
Case Number: 2024CT002975A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for DUI with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .22, nearly three times the legal limit. Despite the challenging facts, we negotiated a reduction to reckless driving...
Client was arrested for her third DUI, and the State initially sought 30 days in jail. Attorney arranged for Client to enter a residential treatment program, demonstrating genuine effort to...
The Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery. On May 14, the State orally announced a Nolle Prosequi in court (all charges dropped), resulting in all charges being dropped. This...
Burglary with Battery Charge Resolved Through Veterans Court Diversion
Case Number: 2024-CF-001152-A-O
County: Orange
On January 25, 2024, the Client was charged with Burglary of a Dwelling with Battery—a punishable-by-life offense—after a domestic dispute with a former partner. The Client also faced a related...
The Client was charged with Robbery with a Firearm, a serious felony offense. After filing a Motion to Withdraw Warrant, the motion was granted and the case was dismissed. The...
Client, a young veteran, was arrested for Resisting an Officer Without Violence. During discussions, he suffered a heart attack, and Attorney obtained his medical records to show the serious impact...
When client was 16 (now age 22) client did an armed robbery (money) and carjacking (took the car). Client got 3 years prison followed by probation. After prison, client violated...
Client was arrested after a domestic dispute in which his wife was seen on video kicking and hitting him. When Client pushed her away in self-defense, both were arrested for...
The Client was facing two enhanced DUI charges. As part of negotiations, one DUI case was dropped in exchange for a plea to the other. The Client ultimately pled to...
Client was arrested for felony reckless driving causing serious bodily injury after two people were seriously hurt in the vehicle he struck. Through negotiation and presentation of mitigating factors, we...
Client was arrested more than three years after an alleged domestic incident in which his girlfriend encouraged him to slap her once, then later filed a complaint. Despite the delay,...
Client was arrested for DUI after blowing zero on both breath tests but testing positive for marijuana. We retained an expert witness, filed multiple pretrial motions, and fully prepared the...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery and later re-arrested after missing a court date. Attorney explained to the State that Client suffers from early dementia, which caused him to...
Client was arrested for DUI. We filed a motion to suppress the stop and argued that the stop was illegal. While on bond for this DUI, and awaiting a hearing...
Juvenile Bomb Threat Charge Dismissed — Client Proven Innocent Within a Week
Case Number: 2025 010530 CJDL
County: Volusia
Client, a juvenile, was arrested for making a bomb threat at school and was placed on a GPS monitor before being released to his grandparents. In reality, his words were...
POSSESS CANNABIS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER UNLAWFUL USE OF TWO WAY COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE TO FACILITATE POSS OF CONVEYANCE FOR TRAFFICKING CONTROLLED SUBS POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
The Client was charged with Petit Theft. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with a clean record.
Sexual Depiction and Possession of Child Pornography Resolved Without Prison
Case Number: 2025-CJ-000419-0000-00
County: Polk
The Client was charged with Promotion of an Altered Sexual Depiction and Possession of Child Pornography. After extensive negotiation, the case was resolved with probation and outpatient treatment—avoiding any prison...
Client was accused of domestic violence after his wife alleged he pointed a gun at her during a night when both had been drinking. She also claimed a prior bruise...
Client was arrested for DUI and was very nervous about the outcome. We were able to get client's DUI reduced to a reckless driving and he avoided a criminal conviction...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after an argument with his girlfriend, who never wanted him charged. Attorney worked with her to obtain and file a declination of prosecution,...
The Client was arrested for DUI and initially represented by the Public Defender, who would not negotiate any resolution other than a plea as charged. After being retained, the Attorney...
Duplicate Refusal Charges Resolved — DUI Never Filed
Case Number: 2025-CT-300839-A-E
County: Orange
Client was arrested for DUI and Refusal to Submit to Testing, but due to a clerical error, she was charged twice with Refusal and not with DUI. Attorney noticed the...
The Client was facing a felony and several misdemeanor charges across three cases. Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to convince the State to drop the felony and all but...
Violation of Injunction and Domestic Battery Case Dismissed
Case Number: 2025 101984 MMDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Violation of Injunction and Domestic Battery. As part of the plea agreement in another case, this case was dismissed in full. This result allowed the...
Felony Charge Beaten at Trial — Client Avoids Felony Conviction
Case Number: 2023 101786 CFDL
County: Volusia
The Client was facing six years in prison. The State’s offer included an adjudication to the felony and drug offender probation, but the Attorney chose to take the case to...
The Client was charged with Petit Theft involving $40. After being accepted into and successfully completing a Pre-Trial Intervention program, the case was dismissed. The Client maintained a clean record...
On September 30, 2025, the Client—who was on medication and going through a divorce—was accused of theft at Walmart after paying for some items but not others and allegedly removing...
Client was arrested for DUI and mistakenly charged in two different counties for the same incident. Attorney contacted Seminole County, which agreed to drop the duplicate case, then negotiated with...
Client was charged with bringing a concealed firearm into the courthouse, but we got the case dismissed in its entirety. Attorney Zahra Umansky then successfully expunged Client’s record, ensuring it...
FLEEING OR ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE A LAW ENFORCEMENTOFFICER WITH SIREN AND LIGHTS ACTIVATED
Case Number: 2024-CF-012653-A-O
County: Orange
On September 12, 2024, officers went to pull over client for expired temporary tag and illegal window tint. On video, client fled and escaped. Client identified via shaky eyewitness ID...
Client was charged with battery involving her former rapist. Attorney Zahra Umansky secured placement in a diversion program, leading to a full dismissal of the charge. She then expunged Client’s...
Driving While License Suspended — No Jail or Probation
Case Number: 35-2024-CT-006588-AXXX-01
County: Lake
The Client was charged with Driving While License Cancelled, Suspended, or Revoked (Second or Subsequent Offense). The case was resolved with credit for time served and court costs only, with...
On March 1, 2025 client and his wife were at a birthday party at "the Barn." Wife ordered to leave (trespassed) as she was drunk and obnoxious but she came...
Client was charged with Grand Theft involving allegations of taking property valued between $750 and $5,000. After Attorney’s intervention and case review, the State dismissed all charges. Client avoided a...
On March 14, 2025, police responded to a 911 call from an anonymous neighbor reporting screaming next door. Officers arrived to find minor abrasions on the client’s arms and back...
Client was arrested for DUI and entered a diversion program, but after a violation, she was removed and faced the State’s push for a DUI conviction. Through persistent negotiation and...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. We assisted Client in obtaining a hardship license, and as a result, the State dropped all charges. This outcome allowed Client to...
Client was arrested after his wife jumped from their car during what witnesses mistakenly believed was an assault. In reality, Client had suffered an epileptic seizure while driving, causing confusion...
Felony Grand Theft Case Dismissed After Diversion — Client Earns a Second Chance
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-001516-AXXX-01
County: Lake
On December 31, 2023, Client purchased a 75-inch TV, then later used the same receipt to take another identical TV and “return” it—stealing its value. Charged with felony grand theft,...
Criminal Charge Reduced to Civil Infraction — Zoo Saved
Case Number: 2023-MM-008750-A-O
County: Orange
The Client owns an exotic animal zoo and was cited for one of her enclosures using the wrong size fencing. The Client immediately replaced the fencing on that enclosure, as...
Client came to us for driving related charges. I was able to help him get a valid driver's license and a quick resolution. He is now able to drive without...
Charges: VOP Larceny – other theft Resisting an officer without violence
County: Seminole
Client had only been on probation for a month when a violation warrant was issued. She hired us 6 weeks later, and our team spoke for the first time on...
Battery and Criminal Mischief Charges Resolved – No Conviction
Case Number: 2025MM000491A
Charges: Battery touch or strike DV Burgl with assault or battery damage prop-crim Misch 1000 Dols or more
County: Seminole
Our client, who had no prior criminal history, was charged with two counts of battery and criminal mischief. After strategic negotiation, we resolved the case with a withhold of adjudication...
Driving on Suspended License Reduced to Civil Citation
Case Number: 2025 103186 MMDL
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Driving on a Suspended License. Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the charge reduced to a civil citation. This outcome allowed the Client...
The Client was charged with Petit Theft (1st Degree – $100 to Less Than $750). After the Client successfully completed the Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program, the State entered a Nolle...
Client was facing the possibility of losing her job if her case took too long to resolve. We were able to negotiate a diversion agreement that was significantly shorter than...
Jail Avoided for Single Mother Facing Multiple Theft Charges
Case Number: 2024MM001992A
County: Seminole
The Client is a single mother who recently lost her husband. After this tragic loss, she began to struggle emotionally and made some poor decisions, which led to several petit...
The Client was charged with Battery – Touch or Strike. After the Client successfully completed the Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program, the State entered a Nolle Prosequi, and all charges were...
(Ex)-girlfriend claims client grabbed her by her arms against her will and after client's arrest, filed a Petition for Injunction against Domestic Violence. Attorney waited to see if ex-girlfriend showed...
Hit-And-Run Reduced to Civil Ticket and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023-CT-001521-A-E
County: Orange
Client criminally charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Client allegedly hit 3 vehicles. Attorney Zahra Umansky provided mitigating evidence to the prosecutor. Prosecutor agreed to amend criminal charge...
Client had his record sealed several years ago but needed access to it while applying for a professional license. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully petitioned the Court to unseal the record...
Client was charged with felony leaving the scene of an accident after striking a pedestrian on the beach while riding an e-bike. The incident was captured on video, and the...
The Client was charged with (1) Possession of More Than 20 Grams of Cannabis (Marijuana) and (2) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. After the Client successfully completed the Pretrial Intervention (PTI)...
The Client faced two separate shoplifting cases—one involving tag switching and another for leaving a store with a baby carriage. Our attorney secured diversion in both matters, and after the...
On March 26, 2024, the Client was accused of shoplifting at Target by switching barcodes on items including baby clothing and a canopy swing. Surveillance and receipts indicated mismatched purchases....
Client allegedly went into liquor store on multiple occasions and stole alcohol. Attorney Zahra Umansky contacted prosecutor and Detective. Client worried that felony would be filed; however, we got prosecutor...
Domestic Violence Battery – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-MM-400298-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, but we got the criminal case thrown out entirely. When the arrest record continued to appear, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged the record,...
Client was arrested for employee theft. We provided mitigating evidence to the prosecutor and were able to convince the prosecutor to dismiss the case. Then attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged...
Client was arrested for DUI and immediately admitted to being intoxicated upon exiting his vehicle. We filed a motion to suppress, arguing that the traffic stop was unlawful. The judge...
Client was charged with DUI and was extremely nervous about going to court. Attorney negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication, meaning Client was not convicted...
Possession of Cocaine — Withhold of Adjudication and License Saved
Case Number: 2024CF001516A
County: Seminole
The Client was charged with Possession of Cocaine. Although the Client had prior charges from out of state, the prosecutor did not yet have verification of those records. After negotiations,...
DUI with Accident Reduced to Reckless Driving — License and Job Saved
Case Number: 05-2024-CT-051739-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
The Client was charged with DUI involving an accident and was facing the possibility of losing his job if his driver’s license was suspended. After negotiations, the Attorney was able...
The Client was charged with Battery. At the pre-trial stage (MDOC), the State dismissed the case, and all charges were dropped. The Client avoided prosecution and maintained a clean record.
Client was arrested for DUI and later charged with Driving on a Suspended License while the DUI case was still pending. Attorney explained to the prosecutor that Client misunderstood her...
The Client was charged with Possession of More Than 20 Grams of Marijuana. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and...
Fourteen years ago, Client was arrested for 3 counts of employee felony grand theft. At that time, attorney Zahra Umansky negotiated a plea offer on Client's behalf that was only...
Felony Grand Theft Reduced and Record Sealed — Client Gets a Fresh Start
Case Number: 2018 CF 004481
County: Osceola
Client was arrested for felony employee grand theft. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully negotiated a plea that reduced the charge to a misdemeanor theft with probation and no conviction. Although Client...
Client was arrested for stealing makeup from Target, a store known for aggressively prosecuting theft cases. Knowing she needed a dismissal without the risk of trial, we successfully negotiated entry...
Client was charged with Scheme to Defraud and Grand Theft (2nd Degree) involving over $90,000 in alleged losses. Through skilled negotiation, the attorney secured a plea to a single count...
Client was arrested for fighting with boyfriend over their dog. Case was dismissed. But the arrest was still a public record and was hurting Client's career opportunities. Attorney Zahra Umansky...
Client was arrested for second-degree aggravated fleeing and eluding, facing up to 15 years in prison and a mandatory license suspension. Through tough negotiation, we convinced the State to reduce...
Client was arrested for DUI after a serious crash causing over $2,000 in property damage. The State initially refused to offer a reckless driving reduction due to the severity of...
Client was arrested for his second DUI and had made incriminating statements to police, making trial seem likely. Through persistent negotiation, we reached a last-minute plea deal where the charge...
Client was arrested for her second DUI in Brevard County. We successfully reversed her license suspension, allowing her to get her license back almost immediately. We then convinced the State...
Client was arrested for Driving While License Suspended while a DUI case was still pending, leading to her bond being revoked. Attorney quickly negotiated a new bond to secure her...
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving — License and Record Protected
Case Number: 2024CT003711A
County: Seminole
The Client was charged with DUI. Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the charges reduced to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication and 9 months of probation....
Client, age 53, and the alleged victim, age 29, had been dating since September 2023 when an argument escalated on November 3, 2024. The alleged victim began destroying property with...
Client was arrested for Loitering and Prowling after officers assumed wrongdoing when he was found in a closed business parking lot late at night. In reality, Client was simply disposing...
On January 7, 2024, the Client was downtown with a friend who was arrested for public urination. When the Client questioned officers, he was charged with Resisting Without Violence for...
BATTERY ON LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER / RESISTING WITH VIOLENCE — ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Case Number: 2024-CF-014577-A-O
County: Orange
On October 30, 2024, police responded after a 12-year-old called 911 claiming her parents were arguing. When officers arrived, they forced their way into the home even though the argument...
On March 11, 2025, client was intoxicated and got into an argument with his wife, who claimed he grabbed her by the neck and choked her. He was arrested for...
Client was accused of taking part in a fight where someone’s phone was stolen. When police arrived, everyone ran, and officers later found drugs on the Client during a search....
Client was arrested for battering co-worker during a work altercation. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get Client into a diversion program that resulted in a full dismissal of the...
Client was arrested for road rage incident. It was alleged that Client exited his vehicle and climbed on top of other driver's hood and smashed their windshield with his foot....
Probation Violation Dismissed and Client Reinstated
Case Number: 2024CT002352A
County: Seminole
The Client was accused of violating probation after being charged with a new traffic offense. After presenting mitigation and working with the Assistant State Attorney, the State agreed to dismiss...
Client was arrested for DUI with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .205. Even though the case presented challenging facts for trial, we successfully secured her entry into a diversion...
Client was arrested for DUI involving a crash, a type of case typically ineligible for diversion. After detailed discussions with the State about the specific facts, we persuaded them to...
The Client was charged with Retail Theft. All charges were dismissed quickly, smoothly, and efficiently. This outcome allowed the Client to focus on the future and career goals, with all...
The Client was charged with Aggravated Stalking after continuing contact with an ex-partner who had previously been arrested for Domestic Violence. Despite a no-contact order, evidence showed that the alleged...
Probation Terminated Early — Client Freed from 15-Year Sentence
Case Number: 2015CF000199A
County: Seminole
Client hired us to file a motion for early termination of probation after being sentenced to 15 years. His previous attorney couldn’t get the State to agree, but Attorney successfully...
The Client was charged with Third-Degree Grand Theft after taking and using a credit card left behind at Universal. Our attorney negotiated for the case to be referred to a...
The Client was charged with Carrying a Concealed Firearm, a third-degree felony under Florida Statute 790.01(2). After successful completion of a diversion program, the State filed a nolle prosequi, and...
In September of 2024, client discovered to have been stealing from his employer, 7-11, by clearing purchases and keeping money. Client confesses to police. Charged as misdemeanor. Cannot do diversion,...
DUI with Prior Reduced to Reckless Driving — Client Avoids Jail and Conviction
Case Number: 2024CT004299A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for DUI with a prior on her record. Before the State could locate the prior conviction, Attorney swiftly negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with no conviction....
Client was arrested for two separate second-degree felonies for sale and delivery of cocaine. Under the statute, a withhold of adjudication is rarely permitted on even one of these charges,...
The Client was charged with multiple counts, including DUI. After negotiations, the Client pled to one DUI count with first-time minimum penalties, while the remaining counts and infractions were dismissed....
Client had DUI in Sept. 2014 to which she pled 9-15-15 in 2015 to DUI minimums. Client could not complete classes due to financial problems (became homeless) and never did...
Client was arrested for theft and initially entered a diversion program to earn a dismissal. After being removed from the program for noncompliance, we renegotiated the case so she could...
Client was arrested for DUI with a BAC over .230. We negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication, meaning Client was not convicted of a crime...
DUI with Extremely High BAC Reduced to Reckless Driving
Case Number: 05-2024-CT-050274-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client was arrested for DUI and blew a .245 which is extremely high (the legal limit is .08). Most prosecutor's offices have a .22 threshold on permitting people to complete...
VOP POSSESS OF PSILOCYBI USE OR POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA RESIST/OBSTR OFFICER W/OUT VIOLENCE TAMPER/FABRICATE W PHYSICAL EVIDENCE DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)
The Client was charged with Battery – Touch or Strike. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with...
Conspiracy to Traffic Controlled Substance Case Dismissed
Case Number: 2024-CF-009345AO
County: Orange
The Client was charged with Conspiracy to Traffic a Controlled Substance. Before the motion to discharge was heard by the court, the State filed a No Information notice, meaning the...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, and a No Contact Order was immediately issued. Having previously trusted our firm after a past dismissal, Client turned to us again. Attorney...
On August 17, 2024, client was drunk outside of the "Bounce House" bar at age 19. Law enforcement told him to leave because he was urinating on a tree and...
On March 1, 2025, client’s husband called police claiming she attacked him. Officers observed a torn shirt, and client admitted to grabbing him. Their daughter gave a conflicting statement, saying...
On February 17, 2025, client had been drinking and became upset over unrelated issues. His wife alleged that he redirected his anger toward her by grabbing her hair from behind....
Client hired us to help secure a stalking injunction against her boyfriend's ex girlfriend who was harassing her via social media, emails, text messages, and phone calls for over 4...
Insurance Fraud Case Dismissed After Attorney Proves Client’s Innocence
Case Number: 2025-CF-001308-A-O
County: Orange
Client was wrongfully accused of insurance fraud after a car accident occurred while his app-based insurance was temporarily turned off due to poor cell service. He had tried to reactivate...
On April 27, 2024, the Client was arrested for Domestic Battery after a family dispute at his grandmother’s home. Although some evidence existed, the complaining witness—his mother—moved out of state,...
Battery on EMT and Resisting Charges Resolved Through Veterans Court
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-002986-AXXX-01
County: Lake
On December 8, 2024, the Client—a veteran with PTSD—was intoxicated and being transported by ambulance after a fight when he struck an EMT and later resisted an officer who responded,...
Battery Charge Dismissed After Attorney Files Stand-Your-Ground Motion
Case Number: 2024-MM-200569-A-W
County: Orange
Client was charged with battery more than a year after a dispute at the Winter Garden Fair, where his wife and the alleged victim both worked. The conflict began when...
Client was arrested for felony domestic violence battery by strangulation. After obtaining an Affidavit of Declination of Prosecution from the alleged victim and securing a court order modifying the pretrial...
Petit Theft Dismissed After Quick and Early Resolution
Case Number: 2024-MM-407774-B-O 2024-MM-407775-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for petit theft, but we secured placement in an Early Resolution Diversion program — a faster, simpler alternative to standard diversion. Within just 90 days, Client earned...
Client and her sister were arrested for shoplifting small items and both faced criminal charges. We secured their entry into a diversion program, giving them the opportunity to earn a...
Client was arrested for Battery on a Pregnant Person, a third-degree felony, after an incident involving his pregnant wife. Police had severely misunderstood the situation—the wife was actually the aggressor....
Felony Drug Charge Dropped — DUI Resolved Favorably
Case Number: 05-2024-CF-050738-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client was charged with Possession of Hydrocodone (a felony) and DUI with a BAC over .15. During the DUI arrest, police found loose pills in Client’s pockets, and he explained...
On June 5, 2024, the Client was stopped for illegal window tint, and officers found cannabis and ammunition in the vehicle—both violations of the Client’s release conditions in another matter....
DUI – Reduced to Reckless Driving and Record Sealed
Case Number: 2023CT000620A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for DUI, but we negotiated a reduction to reckless driving, which does not require a mandatory conviction like a DUI does. Because DUI convictions cannot be sealed,...
The Client was facing over 30 years in prison across three separate cases. Through strategic negotiation and advocacy, the Attorney resolved all cases for credit for time served and three...
The Client was arrested for an offense she had no knowledge of. Upon reviewing discovery, our office obtained video evidence showing the suspect was not the Client. After presenting this...
Client was arrested after Orlando Police claimed a “vape pen” found in his car contained THC resin. Although the device actually belonged to his sister—the passenger who had been seen...
Client hired is for a Domestic Violence Battery case. His ex-girlfriend and her adult son were living rent free in his house. She fabricated a battery and claimed he stole...
Felony Drug Charge Dismissed — Client Avoided Prison
Case Number: 2024-CF-009350-A-O
County: Orange
On July 3, 2024, the Client was stopped by Orlando Police for an alleged illegal turn and window tint violation, leading to a search that uncovered cannabis and two methamphetamine...
Battery and Witness Tampering – Case Dismissed and Record Clean
Case Number: 2023-CF-012951-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Battery on his wife and Felony Tampering with a Witness, but we got the entire case thrown out. Attorney Zahra Umansky then successfully expunged Client’s arrest...
On November 18, 2024, client shoplifted a bunch of circuit breakers from Lowes that her contractor had asked her to get, walking out without paying. Client caught and circuit breakers...
Fraudulent Possession of Admission Ticket – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-MM-400074-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for fraudulently possessing an admission ticket to Universal Studios, but Attorney Rachel Mattie got the case thrown out. When the arrest record continued to cause problems, Attorney...
On November 8, 2024, the Client was arrested for False Imprisonment and Battery after standing in front of his girlfriend’s car during an argument and briefly grabbing her legs after...
TAMPERING WITH A WITNESS TO HINDER COMMUNICATION TO A LAW ENFORCMENT OFFICER 2. CULPABLE NEGLIGENCE WITH PERSONAL INJURY 3. BATTERY (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE)
Case Number: 2022-CF-004776-A-O
County: Orange
Client on probation for tampering and DV battery. Violated because he hasn't finished BIP and can't finish before probation runs; client is in the program and simply needs 3 months...
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE WRITTEN THREATS TO KILL OR DO BODILY INJURY FALSE IMPRISONMENT BATTERY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESISTING OFFICER OBSTRUCT WITHOUT VIOLENCE
Early Termination of Probation Granted on Third DUI
Case Number: 2020-CF-042945-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
The Client was on probation for a third DUI. A motion for early termination of probation was filed and granted by the Court. This result allowed the Client to end...
Client was charged with shoplifting from Walmart. We got Client into a diversion program which resulted in a dismissal. However, this criminal record still adversely affected Client. Therefore, attorney Zahra...
Domestic Violence Battery Case Dropped and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-MM-400413-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery involving her mother, but we persuaded the prosecutor to drop the case entirely. Afterward, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client’s arrest and criminal...
Client's remodeling business entered into home renovation contract as a "contractor" (literally on the contract) but client didn't have contractor's license. Clear guilt, and over $90,000 in arguable restitution. Attorney...
Client had a pending "No Motorcycle endorsement in Orange" and hired us, then got another DWLS in Seminole (and "No Motorcycle Endorsement" (this case). Client couldn't get endorsement because of...
Client hired us to file a motion for early termination of his 12-month probation term. The State objected, arguing he should serve at least half before being considered. Confident in...
All Charges Dismissed — Trespass on School Property and Obstructing an Officer
Case Number: 2024 118109 MMDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Trespass on School Property and Obstructing an Officer Without Violence. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal...
Client ran a stop sign on March 13, 2024 and ticketed, then charged with criminal charge of "no motorcycle endorsement". Client couldn't get endorsement because of DL suspension for unpaid...
Client was charged with theft in Polk County. She woks at a bank and was facing being terminated from her place of employment due to the charge. I was able...
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Client was charged with theft in Polk County. She woks as a school teacher and was facing being terminated from her place of employment due to the charge. I was...
Client Prevails in Series of Neighborhood Injunction Disputes
Case Number: 05-2025-DR-010864-XXDR-BC
County: Brevard
Client and her daughter became entangled in multiple injunction petitions after a year of neighborhood conflict stemming from serious harassment and past allegations. The opposing party filed two injunctions—one against...
Client's daughter had been harassed by a group of neighborhood kids for the past year, in part because client's daughter asserted sexual battery occurred. This led to conflict between client...
Client's daughter had been harassed by a group of neighborhood kids for the past year, in part because client's daughter asserted sexual battery occurred. This led to conflict between client...
My client was charged with DUI (marijuana) after consenting to field sobriety exercises, a breath test, and a urine test that came back positive for cannabis. Despite leg and back...
On November 17, 2023, the Client was stopped by police while leaving “Cowboys” for crossing outside the crosswalk and was seen discarding a bag containing cocaine. Rather than risk a...
Client was charged with theft in Polk County. She works as a court reporter and was facing being terminated from her place of employment due to the charge. We were...
Racing Passenger Charge Dropped — Client Keeps Record Clean
Case Number: 2024-CT-407943-A-O
County: Orange
Client, an 18-year-old visiting friends, was arrested under a statute that prohibits being a spectator or knowing passenger in a street race. She was terrified of having a criminal record....
Battery at Universal Studios – No Jail, No Conviction, Record Sealed
Case Number: 2023-MM-004081-A-O
County: Orange
Client was on vacation at Universal Studios when he was arrested for a battery on another guest. The prosecutor wanted 90 days jail. We negotiated a plea with the Court...
The Client was charged with Possession of Cocaine. Due to the specific facts of the case, the Attorney was able to secure a diversion agreement, resulting in the case being...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery involving his wife, but Attorney Zahra Umansky obtained an affidavit from the alleged victim stating she did not wish to pursue prosecution. Then,...
Client was arrested for DUI, Refusal to Submit, and Resisting Officer Without Violence. Facing limited options, he could not accept a DUI conviction but also wanted to avoid trial. The...
Client was arrested for a misdemeanor petit theft charge, so he was facing up to a year in jail. I got client into a diversionary program where after he successfully...
The Client was facing over 30 years in prison across three separate cases. Through negotiation, the Attorney was able to resolve all cases for credit for time served and three...
Over 30 Years in Prison Avoided — Felony Cases Resolved
Case Number: 2024 CF 000889 A
County: Indian River
The Client was facing over 30 years in prison across three separate cases. Through strategic negotiation, the Attorney was able to resolve all cases for credit for time served and...
The Client was charged with Driving While License Canceled, Suspended, or Revoked. The Attorney was able to get the Client accepted into the GLAD program, and after obtaining a valid...
Felony Criminal Mischief – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023-CF-014687-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for protesting in downtown Orlando and accused of felony Criminal Mischief, but Attorney Zahra Umansky got the case thrown out. Because the felony arrest still appeared on...
Client was arrested almost 20 years ago for shoplifting. Client had succeeded in both his personal life and career. However, this criminal charge came up on a background check. Attorney...
Client was charged with felony driving while license suspended after being caught driving on a five-year habitual traffic offender revocation. We first helped Client reverse the five-year revocation and restore...
Client was arrested for DUI and wanted his case resolved quickly while avoiding as many penalties as possible. We achieved even more — successfully reducing the charge to reckless driving...
For the second time, our team successfully defended our client against an injunction filed by the same party. The Injunction was denied once again making our client extremely satisfied with...
$40,000 BMW Forfeiture Defeated and Trafficking Allegation Reduced
Case Number: 2024-CA-010871-O
County: Orange
On November 22, 2024, the 70-year-old Client was arrested after a traffic incident with an undercover officer and charged with Assault with a Firearm and Drug Trafficking when troopers found...
The Client was originally placed on 12 months of probation. Through dedication and full compliance, the Client quickly completed all required conditions. After confirming the Client’s progress with the probation...
On July 12, 2024, undercover law enforcement videoed client handing a crack rock to another person, then taking a portion back and smoking it. Client arrested and drugs recovered. Attorney...
Third DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving — No Probation
Case Number: 2024-CT-003602-AXXX-01
County: Lake
The Client was charged with a third DUI. During negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the driver’s license suspension set aside and the charges reduced to Reckless Driving without...
Defendant has brain damage and mental health condition from a car accident years ago and refuses to take medications. Defendant arrested for stalking a girl he knew in high school,...
On October 5, 2024, Client was accused of putting his brother in a chokehold and slamming his head to the ground during a family dispute at their mother’s home. Client...
Client was arrested for a second DUI and faced a license suspension for an unlawful blood alcohol level. Our team successfully challenged the suspension by showing reasonable doubt about the...
The Client originally had the Public Defender representing him in this case. At that time, the Public Defender was preparing for trial and had stopped plea negotiations, with the last...
The Client was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. After successfully completing a Pre-Trial Intervention program, all charges were dismissed. The Client avoided a criminal conviction...
Client was arrested for his third DUI within ten years. We devised a plan with Client to resolve his case with a plea deal as quickly as possible because of...
client entered into a plea to FTOP Tier 2. Amended to a Wet Reckless. 9 months of probation. $400 donation, $50 COP, $58 COI, DUI School Level 1, YOU Impact...
Case Dismissed after I reached out to the prosecutor to request a dismissal based on the charges and the request to modify the NCO. The prosecutor dismissed the charges prematurely...
The Client was charged with Domestic Battery. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with a clean record.
On July 19, 2025, client was smoking cannabis in downtown Orlando and stopped by police and searched, finding 2 pills of ecstasy a friend had given him earlier. From St....
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after a brief argument with his new wife downtown. When Client grabbed and kissed her as she walked away, an officer intervened and...
On July 4, 2024, the Client was charged with Possession of a Forged Driver’s License after being found with an open container and presenting a fake ID to officers. Our...
Domestic Violence, False Imprisonment, Grand Theft, Obstructing Justice – All Charges Dismissed!!
Case Number: 2024-CF-015151-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested and charged with domestic violence battery, false imprisonment, grand theft, and obstructing justice. After filing a motion allowing Client to regain access to the shared residence, the...
Client was facing 30 days in jail when she first hired us for driving on a suspended license. She got her license back reinstated and I negotiated a 10 day...
The Client was charged with DUI with a breath result over 0.15. Through negotiation, the Attorney secured a reduction of the charge to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication....
The Client, a decorated veteran with no prior criminal history, was accused of DUI on an Air Force base. After a thorough investigation and discussions with the Assistant U.S. Attorney,...
Leaving the Scene and No Insurance Charges Fully Dismissed
Case Number: 2024-CT-201549-A-W
County: Orange
The Client was accused of leaving the scene of an accident after a golf cart backed into her vehicle near her driveway and was also cited for having no insurance....
Client was dating victim's step-daughter, and her mother was trying to "keep them apart." Daughter told parents he was controlling and abusive. (yes controlling, but no abuse). Client went and...
Client and a co-defendant were arrested for Scheme to Defraud after allegedly entering Universal Studios without authorization, but Attorney Rachel Mattie persuaded the prosecutor to dismiss both cases. Afterward, Attorney...
Cannabis Possession Case Resolved with Withhold and No Ongoing Probation
Case Number: 2024-CF-003661-A-O
County: Orange
On March 14, 2024, the Client was approached by bicycle officers while sitting in a parked car, leading to a search that uncovered approximately 100 grams of cannabis. After initial...
Client was criminally charged for stalking his doctor. Attorney Bradford Fisher got prosecutor to dismiss case. However, this case continued to be a public record. Client works in a professional...
Client was arrested for DUI and had no prior criminal history. He was immediately terminated from his driving job, and because he held a CDL, avoiding a DUI conviction was...
The client was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. After successfully completing a Pre-Trial Diversion program, the State filed a nolle prosequi and all charges were...
Aggravated Battery and Armed Burglary Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2024 CF 002951
County: Osceola
The Client was accused of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon and Armed Burglary of a Dwelling—serious charges carrying a potential life sentence. Despite the severity of the allegations, all...
Client was arrested for DUI. He works downtown and had never been in trouble before. Keeping his record clean was very important to Client. Despite some difficult facts, we were...
Client was charged with causing property damage after slashing another man’s tires during an argument. Recognizing it as a momentary lapse in judgment, Client wanted a second chance to make...
On June 14, 2024, the Client was accused of battering an individual over 65 after a brief confrontation in which the alleged victim fell while advancing toward the Client. Witness...
Client was arrested for battery on a law enforcement officer after an argument escalated during a domestic call at her home. Alcohol was involved, and the situation intensified when she...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery. Attorney prepared to set the case for trial after the Prosecutor was unable to make contact with the alleged victim and no supporting...
On August 25, 2024, the Client was in a parked BMW with another individual when officers on bicycles approached and discovered a plastic bag labeled THC, leading to a search...
Client’s ex-girlfriend, with whom he shares a child, claimed he came home after an argument, choked her, and threatened her with a gun. In truth, she attacked him first—punching, choking,...
Aggravated Assault with Firearm – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 35-2023-CF-003045-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
On November 5, 2023, Client was arrested after a domestic incident in which his wife reported that he had pointed a gun at her during a suicidal crisis. Client denied...
Client was arrested for battery six years ago. Although the case was ultimately dismissed, the arrest continued to cause ongoing issues in Client’s life. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged the...
Client was charged with driving with a suspended license, but a medical hold prevented him from restoring his driving privileges. We obtained several continuances and guided Client through the medical...
Client hired us on the case after his bond was revoked for picking up a new case. He wanted to resolve both cases as soon as possible with no additional...
Client hired us on the case after his bond was revoked for picking up a new case. He wanted to resolve both cases as soon as possible with no additional...
The Client was charged with Grand Theft. The case was resolved with a Withhold of Adjudication and 12 months of probation, meaning the Client was not convicted of a crime....
Client voluntarily agreed to dismiss the petition for injunction after I was able to work with the respondent's attorney on getting the transactional actions post divorce completed. Client was very...
The Client was charged with Domestic Battery. After speaking with both the Client and the alleged victim, it became clear that the incident did not occur as described in the...
Client was charged with unlawfully using his grandfather's disabled parking permit. We were able to obtain a letter from his grandfather indicating he was the one who parked the car...
On August 25, 2024, the Client was accused by his wife of entering their home, taking her phone, making threats, and preventing her from calling police. The allegations mirrored prior...
The Client was accused of taking cash and tools from a former business partner’s car during a dispute following their failed business venture. The Client maintained that he only retrieved...
Client was arrested for Battery against her sister while they were at Disney. The victim sister didn't initially want the charges dropped, the two needed some time apart. We were...
Client was arrested for driving while license suspended as a habitual traffic offender, which carried a five-year revocation and felony penalties for driving. We successfully reversed the five-year revocation, allowing...
The Client was charged with Assault. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with a clean record.
The Client was originally charged with DUI. Through negotiation, the charges were reduced to Reckless Driving. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a DUI conviction and move forward with...
The Client was charged with Felony Theft for taking trading card boxes from a store shelf and concealing them in a bag he brought inside. Our attorney negotiated entry into...
Felony Drug Charges Dismissed — Client Avoids Conviction
Case Number: 2024CF003586A000XX
County: Polk
The Client was charged with Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Sell or Deliver, a serious felony offense. After negotiations and strong advocacy, the felony charges were dismissed. The Client...
Client resolved the case by pleading to Petit Theft and received credit for time served along with court costs only. This efficient resolution allowed Client to close the case quickly...
DUI Reduced to Wet Reckless — Client Avoids Conviction
Case Number: 2024CT006539A000BA
County: Polk
Client resolved the case with a reduction from DUI to Wet Reckless and received 12 months of probation. This favorable outcome allowed Client to avoid a DUI conviction, minimize penalties,...
I was able to get the case dismissed as I filed a stand your ground motion and we had a self defense argument. The prosecutor subsequently dismissed the case.
All charges against our client were dismissed. Our team presented clear verification showing that the client was using the temporary tag legally and in full compliance with the law. This...
Client was arrested for DUI, but we secured entry into a diversion program that led to a full dismissal of the criminal case. Afterward, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client’s...
Client was arrested for felony domestic violence battery, but the victim later came forward stating that police had misrepresented her statements. We obtained a declination of prosecution and urged the...
The Client entered a plea as charged to Solicitation. The Court imposed a Withhold of Adjudication, 12 months of probation, 100 hours of community service, HIV/STD testing, completion of a...
Petit Theft Case Pending Dismissal After Diversion Entry
Case Number: 2024CJ00689A
County: Seminole
On November 3, 2024, the Client was accused of Petit Theft at Target after paying for one bottle of body wash but not the second. The Client cooperated fully and...
On October 5, 2024, our client was leaving Disney while pushing a stroller when a woman suddenly shoved the stroller, causing the client’s baby to hit his head on the...
Client was arrested for battery, and although the case was ultimately dismissed, the record continued to affect her life and opportunities. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged the arrest and criminal...
On January 11, 2024, Client was stopped after riding a dirt bike on the Cross Seminole Trail, a violation of Fla. Stat. 316.1995. When law enforcement attempted to stop him,...
Client was arrested for DUI after crashing into an electric pole and blowing a .145 blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Because of the crash severity, he was ineligible for the first-time...
I got client's case dismissed by having the victim go to the SAO's office to do a victim waiver and course. I also reached out to the prosecutor to secure...
Client (with history) on probation for (reduced) charge of "Burglary of a Structure in which he pushed into a neighbor's house to confront his wife (now divorced). Client violated with...
The Client was charged with Grand Theft. After successfully completing a diversion program, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward...
DUI, DWLS, and VOP Resolved — Client Released and Traffic Cases Dismissed
Case Number: 2024CT009503A000LD
County: Polk
The Client was facing a new DUI, Driving While License Suspended, and a Violation of Probation. After retaining our firm due to dissatisfaction with prior counsel, we immediately appeared in...
Client was arrested for DUI in Lake County after striking a shopping cart return and blowing a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .208. We conducted a thorough review of the...
The Client was charged with Trespass. After successfully completing a diversion program, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with...
Habitual Offender DWLS Charge Dismissed After Attorney Restores Client’s License
Case Number: 2023-CT-006716-A-O
County: Orange
Client was sentenced to 10 days in jail for driving while license suspended as a habitual offender. Attorney immediately contacted the DMV to determine what was needed to reinstate the...
Client was charged with felony battery and faced a potential year in county jail. When the State offered that sentence, Client—guided by Attorney—refused to accept it and prepared to go...
Client was charged with shoplifting, but Attorney Zahra Umansky immediately intervened and secured entry into a diversion program. After successful completion, the program resulted in a full dismissal of the...
Client was charged with theft alongside a co-defendant after an alleged shoplifting incident. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully negotiated for both Clients to enter a diversion program. Upon completion, all theft...
Client accused of shoplifting at WalMart by deliberately not scanning all items at WalMart on her lunch break when buying items for personal use. Attorney got client into diversion which...
Client arrested for Battery 10 years ago. Attorney Zahra Umansky got case dismissed back then. Client then rehired us to expunge his record. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client's record...
Date Resolved: 1/3/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, NOLLE PROSEQUI, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client was arrested for DUI after going the wrong way down a one way street in Winter Garden. Typically, violating a one way will keep you out of diversion. We...
Date Resolved: 1/3/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, NOLLE PROSEQUI
Client was cited for speeding, but at the hearing, the law enforcement officer failed to appear. Attorney moved for dismissal, and the motion was granted. The Client avoided fines, points,...
Client was cited for running a red light. At the hearing, the law enforcement officer failed to appear, and Attorney moved for dismissal. The motion was granted, and the Client...
Client arrested for expired DL more than 6 months. Could not get a license due to immigration issues. Convinced state to reduce to less than 6 months which is a...
Client was arrested for employee theft from Walmart. Attorney Zahra Umansky immediately intervened and got the case dismissed before the arraignment date. Attorney Zahra Umansky then successfully expunged the Client’s...
Date Resolved: 1/2/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023MM001188A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested after an argument with her former long-term boyfriend turned physical while they were still living in the same home. When he threatened to call 911, she reached...
Date Resolved: 1/2/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, NOLLE PROSEQUI, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client was arrested for DUI, but Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got the case dismissed. Attorney Zahra then went a step further and expunged the Client’s DUI arrest, ensuring the record...
Client was arrested after his wife called police during a mental health crisis, claiming he had pointed a gun at her. Client denied pointing the firearm, and his wife later...
Client accused of exposure of sexual organs and facing one year in jail and criminal history. Successfully negotiated a resolution of probation with a withhold of adjudication and possibility of...
Client worked for an HVAC company which provides gas cards with company vehicles. Client left the company but still had the card, and then used it for purchases in Orlando...
On December 9, 2023, officers respond to residence where wife says they were arguing about infidelity, and client slapped a wine class out of her hand. Charged DV battery by...
Amend it Resisting with Violence (F3), Withhold of adjudication, 36 months probation, $100 Cost of Prosecution, Advance Driver Improvement course (in-person), 1 year DL revocation, Court Costs, $268 to BCSO,...
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dismissed After Attorney Filed Stand-Your-Ground Motion
Case Number: 2023-MM-006116
County: Polk
Client was arrested for domestic violence battery after defending himself when his wife attacked him, causing her to hit the wall as he pushed her away. Although the wife signed...
Client was cited for having an open container, but Attorney quickly reviewed the facts and challenged the citation. The State dismissed the charge, allowing the Client to avoid any penalties...
Client was arrested for dating violence after an argument with his girlfriend escalated when she took his phone and tried to keep him from entering the bedroom. When she attempted...
Client was arrested for driving while license suspended after a miscommunication between GEICO and the DMV. Although Client had already renewed his insurance, the suspension took effect before the update...
Client was homeless but had been allowed to live with victim, as they had a relationship. Client then became controlling and didn't want to leave when told to do so....
Client was arrested for allegedly openly carrying a firearm. Attorney Zahra Umansky immediately contacted the intake prosecutor and presented strong mitigating evidence proving the Client’s innocence. After reviewing the information,...
Client was stopped for speeding and arrested for DUI after allegedly failing field sobriety exercises and refusing a breath test. Attorney Zahra Umansky intervened quickly and successfully got the Client...
Client received a civil citation for failing to report a crash. Attorney reviewed the case and challenged the citation, resulting in a full dismissal. The Client avoided fines and points...
Client was cited for careless driving in a civil traffic case. Attorney reviewed the evidence and successfully challenged the citations, leading to a full dismissal. The Client avoided fines, points,...
Felony Cannabis Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023-CF-003087-A-O
County: Orange
Client was charged with possession of cannabis with intent to sell, possession of more than 20 grams of cannabis, and possession of THC—serious felonies that carried the risk of jail...
Date Resolved: 1/1/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client received a citation for driving a vehicle with registration expired more than six months. Attorney appeared in court on the Client’s behalf, and when the issuing officer failed to...
Client, a babysitter, was arrested for aggravated battery and theft after a former employer falsely accused her of backing into him with her car and refusing to return a child’s...
Client's orange motorcycle disappeared from garage and client reported it stolen to law enforcement and insurance. However, video shows that bike wasn't there for days, even though client said he'd...
Client ran a cleaning business and accused of taking jewelry from a customer based upon secret video camera. Client had priors and did take some jewelry, but not everything customer...
"On February 20, 2023, client was seen on camera entering a common area of the condominium complex and stealing tools along with another person who stole portable AC units. Attorney...
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving with No Probation or License Suspension
Case Number: 2023-CT-002233-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for DUI and had already served the maximum possible jail time while completing another sentence. Although the State’s case appeared strong, Attorney strategically explained that there was...
Client was charged with driving while license suspended. Attorney reviewed the case and successfully challenged the charge, leading the State to dismiss it entirely. The Client avoided fines, points, and...
Client received no points and was assessed only a fine, with 90 days to pay all tickets. Three of the tickets were dismissed, giving Client a strong overall outcome and...
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dismissed, Record Expunged
Case Number: 2022-CF-001499-A-O
County: Orange
Former acquaintance of client made false allegations of battery, domestic battery by strangulation, and false imprisonment. Client with no criminal history was facing potential twenty five year prison sentence and...
Date Resolved: 12/7/2023
OUTCOME: CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, DISMISSED or DROPPED
The Client contested a ticket for driving under a railroad crossing, and at the infraction hearing we conducted a full trial. Although the judge found the officer had established the...
Client was arrested for DUI after nearly hitting a police officer's patrol car. We were able to get client into a diversion program where he earned a full dismissal of...
The Client was arrested for DUI despite blowing zeroes on the breath test and only reporting that he had taken Adderall earlier in the day. The State failed to obtain...
Attempted Murder Charges Dismissed and Reduced to Probation
Case Number: 2020-CF-004374
County: Polk
The Client, a longtime business owner with no criminal history, acted in self-defense after a confrontation in a bank parking lot where one of the individuals brandished a firearm. Despite...
The Client successfully completed the pretrial diversion program, and the State filed a dismissal, resulting in the case being fully dropped and the Client keeping a clean record.
The Client was arrested for DUI after blowing under the legal limit and refusing a urine test. Because her anxiety made a trial impossible, Attorney negotiated a reduction to Reckless...
Client was arrested for Battery on his wife. The case was dismissed; however, this arrest continued to adversely impact Client's life. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client's arrest and criminal...
Date Resolved: 12/4/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Juvenile Client was arrested for Battery on ex-girlfriend. We were able to get case dismissed. Also Attorney Zahra Umansky expunged Client's record so that it would not affect his future.
Date Resolved: 12/3/2023
OUTCOME: CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, DISMISSED or DROPPED
The Client faced a Violation of Probation, but Attorney persuaded the court to reinstate the Client on the original terms and conditions with no added penalties. This outcome allowed the...
The Client was accused of repeat violence based on allegations from 2019–2020. Instead of moving forward with the petition, the parties reached an agreement to dismiss the case without prejudice...
The petitioner made false allegations against the Client while seeking a domestic violence injunction, sole possession of the marital home, and temporary alimony. Attorney demonstrated that the petitioner’s statements were...
Domestic Violence Battery Reduced to Disorderly Conduct
Case Number: 2023 105380 MMDL
County: Volusia
Attorney negotiated an amendment of the Client’s Domestic Violence Battery charge to the lesser offense of Disorderly Conduct, allowing the Client to avoid a battery conviction. The Client accepted probation,...
Neighbor doesn't like client because client drives quickly by neighbor's house in a loud car. On May 11, 2023, client drives by quickly and neighbor yells at client (and may...
The Client was cited in a civil traffic case, but the officer who issued the citation did not witness the alleged violation (“no wheel witness”). Without the required testimony, the...
The Client was arrested for DUI after being found intoxicated in a school parking lot during pickup hours. Although he had a prior DUI that did not result in a...
This was not the Client’s first DUI, but Attorney still secured an excellent outcome. The initial offer required the Client to serve 90 days in jail or enter treatment, along...
The Client was arrested for Aggravated Battery and later violated pretrial release by returning home without law enforcement, mistakenly believing she could go back with her parents despite no such...
The Client was arrested in Polk County for allegedly selling alcohol to a person under 21 after being accused of “not checking the ID on the computer,” even though she...
The Client was charged with criminal mischief after an altercation at a grocery store allegedly led to damage to the victim’s car. Before hiring our firm, the Client had been...
The Client, a commercial driver, was arrested for DUI and risked losing his CDL for at least one year if convicted. Attorney negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a...
The Client was arrested for DUI and declined the first-time offender program because he wanted to challenge the stop. Attorney filed a Motion to Suppress and set it for a...
Client was arrested for Petit Theft. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get Client into a pretrial diversion program that resulted in a full dismissal. Then Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully...
Client was arrested for DV Battery. We filed a declination of prosecution with the State after speaking with the victim and the State dropped the charges. Then Attorney Zahra Umansky...
Date Resolved: 12/2/2023
OUTCOME: CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, DISMISSED or DROPPED
Domestic Violence Battery Charges Dismissed and Case Expunged
Case Number: 2023 304397 MMDB
County: Volusia
Client was arrested and accused of domestic violence Battery. We were able to get the both battery counts dismissed. Then attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client's entire case!
Date Resolved: 12/2/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
The Client was arrested for Resisting an Officer Without Violence and Fraud. Attorney Zahra Umansky secured the Client’s entry into a pretrial diversion program, and after the Client successfully completed...
Client accused of failure to register a third degree felony facing community control sanctions and up to five years imprisonment. After extensive litigation and investigation the case was dismissed.
The Client was initially ineligible for diversion on his DUI case because he also received a Driving While License Suspended charge. Attorney negotiated with the State to drop the DWLS...
Client was arrested for DUI and could not be convicted of the same because she is a nurse and that would put her career in jeopardy. She spoke with an...
Client pled to a Petit Theft charge about 14 years ago. Although, Client was not convicted the theft charge kept affecting her. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully sealed Client's record so...
The Client was charged with Battery after defending herself during an altercation with a Dollar General employee who struck her first. When the Client attempted to report the incident and...
Client was arrested for possession of heroin, DUI, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Client struggled with substance abuse and had been clean but relapsed. He wanted a second chance to...
The Client hired us after being suspended from work because of a 2021 traffic ticket that added three points to his license. Those points caused his employer’s insurance to drop...
The Client was arrested for DUI after being stopped for driving the wrong way at 1 a.m. and provided extremely high breath results of .233/.244. Despite the severity of the...
On November 2, 2022, client was at Winn Dixie and ordered to leave by manager for "bothering customers." Client goes outside and is in the parking lot. Police give him...
Client was charged with Possession of Cannabis Resin. After completing the diversion program all charges were dismissed. This allowed Client to avoid a conviction and keep a clean record.
Client was involved in an accident and was found at fault. We set the case for a hearing, and when the officer did not appear, the ticket was dismissed.
Client was charged in two cases with driving with an invalid license. He had moved to Arizona but wanted these cases handled without him having to come back to Florida....
Client was arrested for DUI but did not qualify for the first-time offender program. We gathered more than ten character letters and sent them to the State. After reviewing them,...
Expired Registration Ticket Dismissed and License Reinstated
Case Number: 2023TR0480370001XX
County: Polk
Client had a traffic ticket for expired vehicle registration. He missed the deadline to pay for the ticket, which caused a suspension on his driving license. I was able to...
Client was charged in two cases with driving with an invalid license. He had moved to Arizona but wanted these cases handled without him having to come back to Florida....
Facing 40 Years, Client Resolves Case to Probation
Case Number: 05-2022-CF-026673-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
Client was facing a minimum of 48 months in prison and a maximum of 40 years if convicted at trial. We set his cases for trial and prepared his defense....
HTO Status Removed and Criminal Charge Reduced to Civil Ticket
Case Number: 2023-CT-004888-A-O
County: Orange
Client was pulled over and criminally charged with Driving on a Suspended Driver's License as a Habitual Traffic Offender (HTO). We were able to set aside one of his predicate...
Client charged with felony theft from her employer. Client allegedly committed this theft with other co-defendants. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to negotiate with the prosecutor a plea offer to...
Case Number: 2022CT001894A000LD and 2022CT001898A000LD
County: Polk
Client was arrested and charged with Driving While License Suspended and Reckless Driving (2 separate cases). Client's charges were dismissed; however, the arrest record for 2 cases continued to negatively...
Client hired us for Possession and Felony Escape charges. From day one, Client was clear that he did not have any drugs. We relayed this to the State and filed...
We gave client the instructions on how to pay the late fees that were suspending his DL. He paid the fees, then went to the dmv to reinstate his DL....
Client was charged with theft for not scanning items at a self-checkout line. Attorney Zahra Umansky got Client into a pretrial diversion program that resulted in a full dismissal of...
Client was arrested for DUI while awaiting a heart transplant. His pretrial release conditions restricted travel and required random testing, which was difficult because of his medical condition. We got...
Twenty-three years ago, Client was arrested for felony Trespass on Construction Site. Client's resolved his case with a plea and was not convicted. Client had us seal his record 10...
Client pled No Contest to Possession of Paraphernalia and received a Withhold of Adjudication, along with standard court costs. The Possession of Cannabis charge was dropped. Client avoided a driver’s...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery. After we spoke with the alleged victim, he contacted the prosecutor and said he did not want to move forward. The prosecutor dismissed...
On the day of trial, the State amended the Client’s charge to Disorderly Conduct. The Client received a Withhold of Adjudication, six months of probation, and a no-contact order with...
The Client was accused of failing to bury a deceased cat, even though the animal did not belong to him and he buried it immediately after law enforcement told him...
The Client, who had no prior record, was charged with two counts of Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and two counts of Resisting Without Violence. Even after we provided...
The Client was arrested for DUI with a breath result of .216, but Attorney secured her entry into a diversion program. After she successfully completed the program, the State dismissed...
The Client was charged with Unlawful Speed after already using the four-hour driving course option multiple times to avoid points. Attorney persuaded the court to impose no points and no...
The Client’s license was suspended for unpaid toll infractions in Orange County, and Attorney helped him set up a payment plan that immediately lifted the suspension. The Client then reinstated...
The Client, a CDL holder, was arrested for DUI and could not seek a hardship license without losing his commercial license. Attorney requested a DMV hearing and won, restoring the...
Client was arrested for DUI after nearly causing an accident in the middle of the day. We worked out a reckless driving withhold for client so he could avoid a...
The Client was arrested for DUI and Driving While License Suspended after being found asleep in the middle of the road at a light, but he was actually asleep in...
DUI Dismissed and Record Expunged for Medical Student
Case Number: 2022-CT-002675-A-O
County: Orange
Client is a medical student who got a DUI. She desperately needed the case dismissed so she can start the expungement process before her residency begins. We were able to...
Date Resolved: 11/4/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Driving License Suspension Issue Resolved and Ticket Dismissed
Case Number: 2023TR028290
County: Seminole
Attorney provided the Client with instructions on how to pay the late fees that were suspending his driver’s license. After the Client paid the fees and reinstated his license at...
Attorney guided the Client through paying the late fees that were suspending his driver’s license, and the Client reinstated his license at the DMV. Because the Client had been driving...
This was client's 3rd DUI within 10 years which should have been a felony. The State initially wanted to upgrade it to felony and sought jail. We were able to...
The Client was charged with Felony Battery. Attorney successfully secured a full dismissal of all charges, allowing the Client to avoid a felony conviction and keep a clean record.
The State accused the Client of violating pretrial release and an injunction by contacting the victim, even though communication “regarding or about the children” was specifically allowed. The Client’s text...
The Client was arrested for “child neglect with great bodily harm” after his four-year-old daughter slipped from his hands and fell while he was tossing her in the air at...
Date Resolved: 11/3/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Sex Offense Charges Reduced and Record Fully Cleared
Case Number: 2002-CF-005256-A-O
County: Orange
Client was originally arrested and charged with Lewd or Lascivious Conduct and Solicitation of a Minor via Computer. However, we were able to have charge amended by prosecutor to Contributing...
Domestic Violence Battery and False Imprisonment Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 05-2023-CF-052961-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
The Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery and False Imprisonment. The prosecutor reviewed the case and dismissed all charges before the scheduled court date, allowing the Client to avoid...
Client accused of criminal mischief, throwing deadly missile into occupied vehicle and two counts of possession of controlled substance. Client had no prior criminal history facing three felony convictions and...
The Client was out on release in another case with a strict no-contact order involving her husband. On October 12, 2023, while waiting for police to supervise the retrieval of...
The Client was arrested for Domestic Battery even though she was the one being strangled by her boyfriend. Because she was intoxicated and he had superficial defensive wounds, officers mistakenly...
The Client was charged with Criminal Mischief over $1,000. After successfully completing the pretrial diversion program, the State entered a nolle prosequi and dismissed the case. Client avoided a conviction...
Racing Charge Reduced to Reckless Driving With No Suspension
Case Number: 2023CT003099A000BA
County: Polk
Case pled on 11/22/2023. Client was originally facing a racing charge that carries a 1 year suspension on his DL. We were able to amend the charge to a reckless...
School Zone Speeding Ticket Resolved With No Points
Case Number: 2023 TR 039126
County: Osceola
The Client received a speeding ticket for driving 10 mph over the limit in a school zone, and the family’s top concern was avoiding points to prevent an insurance increase....
Longstanding License Suspension Removed After 15 Years
Case Number: 2007-CT-005813-A-W
County: Orange
The Client’s license had been suspended since 2008 for failing to pay court costs. Attorney filed the necessary motions to remove the suspensions and worked directly with the DMV to...
On July 24, 2023, client's girlfriend (with whom she had been living) intercepted client as client was loading the car and began to grab items from the car and truck....
Client received a speeding ticket for traveling 35 mph over the speed limit which requires a mandatory court appearance. Client's main concern was no points on his driving record because...
Client was arrested for DUI after being stopped for speeding. He did not want to risk a conviction at trial and we didn't have any suppression issues. We negotiated with...
Client was arrested for his second DUI within the same year. He got this DUI in Orange County very shortly after on in Polk County. The State charged client with...
Client was falsely accused of a battery by his ex-girlfriend. Client sent me the conflicting text messages, voicemails, and emails from the ex-girlfriend showing she was lying and trying to...
Client had a speeding ticket driving 9 mph over the speed limit. His main concern was his insurance not skyrocketing. He did not pay the speeding ticket in time, which...
Client was falsely accused of a battery by his ex-girlfriend. Client sent me the conflicting text messages, voicemails, and emails from the ex-girlfriend showing she was lying and trying to...
Client had a traffic ticket for expired vehicle registration. He missed the deadline to pay for the ticket, which caused a suspension on his driving license. I was able to...
On June 3, 2023, client taking out the trash (leaving front door open). When client returned, alleged victim had come up into client's driveway and was staring inside the house....
Client pled to wet reckless. AG, 12 mos s/p, DUI CAS, VAP, 4 hr BDI, 50 hrs CSH with possible buyout of 1/2 @$7.50/hr. Client has already completed most of...
Client was ticketed for driving 123mph in a 35mph zone (88 mph over the speed limit). This is normally a $1104 fine for first offenders. This could have easily been...
Client hired us to help remove the 5 year suspension on her driving record caused by an HTO revocation. We filed a motion and set it for a hearing and...
Client was accused of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, because of prior criminal history faced a maximum sentence of 15 years prison. The best state offered was 90 months...
Client had a DUI property damage and violated probation by driving on a revoked license. Son hired, but client decided she didn't want our representation after all.
Client had a DUI property damage and violated probation by driving on a revoked license. Son hired, but client decided she didn't want our representation after all.
Possession of a Controlled Substance and Driving Under The Influence
Case Number: 2022CF000496A
County: Seminole
Client was accused of possession of controlled substance and driving under the influence. Client a veteran with no criminal history was facing felony sanctions along with loss of driving privileges....
"Client was charged with domestic violence battery when he was defending himself against his sister who threw an object at him. The sister signed a declination of prosecution and I...
"Client was speeding 9 mph over the speed limit. Her father's main concern was no points on her driving record because he has all five of his children on his...
Client was a complete mess over this petit theft charge. He needed it dismissed as quickly as possible because he has a real estate license and they were already asking...
Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash where our Client allegedly hit another car. At the scene, the other driver accused our Client of being intoxicated. FHP conducted a crash...
Date Resolved: 10/3/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, NOLLE PROSEQUI, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client was accused of two counts of lewd of lascivious molestation punishable by 25 years min/man up to life on each count and two counts of lewd exhibition punishable by...
Client was arrested for his 3rd DUI and we were able to negotiate a reckless driving charge with NO PROBATION. Client has to complete a 4 hour basic driver improvement...
Client was accused of having over 1000 grams of marijuana. I set the case for trial. Day of trial the State agreed to a credit time served, no probation offer....
Client received a speeding ticket that required a mandatory court appearance for going 45 mph over. I was able to get him a withhold which means no points on his...
On September 26, 2022, client had a "road rage incident." Victim was speeding, swerves TO HIS LEFT as client is making a left-hand turn and she hits him, then claims...
Date Resolved: 10/3/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, Case Dropped, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client fell asleep while driving a golf cart and crashed into a tree. He was given a careless driving ticket. The Trooper did not observe the accident but a bystander...
Client had been put on probation for violating a DV injunction by going by the house of the victim to complain that his ex-wife had illegally listed it for sale...
Client was arrested for his second DUI so no hardship license. We requested a DMV hearing and were able to reverse the DMV suspension so client got his license back....
Client accused of sexual battery and lewd or lascivious molestation. Prior to trial prosecutor offered probation to lesser offense with community supervision. Client rejected offer and proceeded to trial, after...
Client entered a plea as charged. He was very apologetic and wanted to get this case over as quickly as he could so he could start rebuilding his relationship with...
Second Degree Murder With A Firearm, Robbery With a Firearm, and Attempted Felony Murder.
Case Number: 2022 CF 001532
County: Osceola
Client indicted on first degree murder, one count of attempted felony murder, and two counts of robbery with a firearm. Client who was the youngest of two other co-defendants who...
Client was arrested for Fleeing & Eluding and DUI. If found guilty of the Fleeing, client would be a convicted felon and lose their license. We got client into a...
On May 4, 2023 client was arrested on another case and had drugs on him when he got to the jail. New charges of "possession of cocaine" and "introducing contraband"...
This was client's 3rd DUI arrest. We filed a motion to suppress and before the hearing the State made a better offer than before. Client chose to accept the State's...
"In 2022, client was in a car accident and, according to the other driver, claimed to be a firefighter/paramedic when he'd already left the firefighter agency. State filed charge of...
Client was on five years probation for grand theft (owed $32,000) and 100 hours community service. Five years later, client never had paid any restitution and bought out the hours...
Client accused of molesting his minor daughter. From the outset client maintained his innocence, defense investigated case early and obtained recorded recantations of the complainant(s) and sent to ASA asking...
Client living with the father of their child. On September 18, 2023, client had been drinking and went through boyfriend's phone and saw him talking to other women and hit...
Client entered a plea as charged. Client was being held without bond and was unable to work or make his loan payments on his business while in custody so instead...
Client arrested for domestic violence battery on wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky provided affidavit to State from the wife stating that she did not wish for a client to be prosecuted....
Client accused of attempted sexual battery and battery. Facing minimum of prison of two years up to possible six years, after negotiations with prosecutor was able to resolve case with...
"Client received a speeding ticket for traveling 9 mph over the limit. His biggest concern was receiving points on his DL record. He did not want his insurance to be...
On 5/30/21, client picked up someone's credit card and then used it twice. Attorney had case sent to diversion, which client completed. Case dismissed!
Client hired us to remove license suspension that was put in place after another attorney pled him to a civil citation carrying a collateral suspension. We filed the motion and...
Client was arrested for Battery. We got him into PTI for that case. He was rejected when he picked up a new Battery By Strangulation charge. We were able to...
Client who is veteran accused of making false statement under oath. Client has no prior criminal history and prosecutors were asking for adjudication of guilt and probation. After successful litigation...
Driving While License Suspended – Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023 306583 MMDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended and had a prior criminal record, which typically makes diversion unlikely. After the Client quickly reinstated her driver’s license, the State...
The Client was arrested for DUI and could not afford to have a criminal conviction on his record due to his career and future opportunities. After negotiations, Attorney secured a...
Client was arrested for NVDL (no valid driver's license). His primary concern was avoiding jail since this was not his first offense and he was told the more you pick...
We represented the Petitioner. Judge dismissed the injunction for failure to provide evidence of prior DV. Client had filed the injunction prior to hiring us and gave us very little...
The Client was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, and the initial appearance judge issued a strict no-contact order that barred the Client from returning to his own...
Battery on Law Enforcement/Security – Charges Dropped
Case Number: 2023-CF-003530-A-O
County: Orange
The Client was arrested for Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer/Security, but officers never confirmed his identity before he bonded out. He hired us immediately, preventing detectives from contacting him...
The Client was charged with criminal Leaving the Scene of an Accident. After presenting proof that the Client’s insurance paid the other driver, Attorney Zahra Umansky persuaded the prosecutor to...
Client was arrested for DUI. We recognized that the urine sample that was taken was insufficient so we set the case for trial refusing to waive our client's right to...
Client was arrested for his 3rd DUI within 10 years but state only charged him with a 2nd because they didn't have disposition from the 3rd case. We explained to...
Client accused of driving under influence on military base over .15. Negotiated with AUSA to send case to state court, where client resolved case to probation to first time dui...
Client was arrested for DUI with property damage and a BAC of over .15. Client really wanted to avoid the interlock device but with a high BAC it was mandatory....
Client accused of six counts of lewd or lascivious molestation and sexual battery. Facing a possible sentence of over 100 years, after litigation was able to resolve case with a...
Client was arrested for DUI and really needed to avoid a criminal conviction. We were able to negotiate a resolution where client's DUI was reduced to a reckless driving and...
Client on probation for second degree felony accused of committing new law battery domestic violence. ASA refused to offer anything but prison, battery case was set for trial and before...
Client hired us on an Aggravated Battery with Deadly Weapon after she allegedly used scissors to cut her boyfriend. She then violated her pretrial release conditions by returning to the...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery – Touch. The State entered a nolle prosequi and dropped the case, giving Client a clean and favorable outcome.
Client was charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon (Misdemeanor). After completing diversion, the case was dismissed, giving Client a clean and favorable outcome.
Client was stopped at the airport for bringing his firearm through security. Attorney Zahra Umansky negotiated with the prosecutor, who agreed to dismiss the case once Client completed a firearm...
Client inadvertently brought a loaded firearm to airport. Client was charged with crime as well as ordered to pay a hefty TSA fine. Attorney Zahra Umansky tried to get prosecutor...
Traffic Court Case Resolved With No Criminal Penalties
Case Number: 2023 104342 TRDL
County: Volusia
Client’s Traffic Court case was dismissed after entering a plea to a civil traffic citation. This kept the matter entirely civil and avoided any criminal penalties.
Client was a passenger during a traffic stop where the driver admitted the drugs in the car were hers. During a pat-down, officers found a concealed firearm under Client’s shirt....
Domestic Violence Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2022-CF-002461-A-O
County: Orange
Client's girlfriend claims that client took her phone and choked her. She made these allegations after client had separated from her but come by the apartment when he was still...
Domestic Violence and Kidnapping Allegations Dismissed
Case Number: 2023-CF-004342-A-O
County: Orange
Client argued with his wife on the side of the road. A witness mistakenly claimed he slammed her head into the car and kidnapped her. The wife’s injuries were from...
Client had received payments for public assistance that the State retroactively decided she shouldn't have received and client was put on probation for 5 years to make repayments. Client accused...
On September 29, 2022, client had spent the night with a friend and boyfriend was angry. Boyfriend took her phone and wouldn't return it. Client eventually waived machete at him...
Domestic Violence Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 35-2022-MM-007146-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
On December 15, 2022, wife claimed client (her husband) hit her but couldn't remember events well. What actually happened is she was drunk, picked a fight following him around the...
Client and wife staying at her parent's house. Father in law tried to interrupt client's cable internet service he needed for work, which led to an argument. When father-in-law threatened...
Client was arrested for domestic violence battery against her husband. He did not want to prosecute but the judge issued a no contact order anyway. Client had to go stay...
Client was visiting Florida with her family. Client allegedly got drunk and belligerent at her hotel. Then she refused to leave when asked to. Client then allegedly fought 3 police...
Client was stopped for having no tag attached to his car. Client was criminally charged with having No Motor Vehicle Registration. Attorney Zahra Umansky provided proof to prosecutor that vehicle...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery after his girlfriend claimed he attacked her for flushing his cocaine. In reality, Client flushed her cocaine, and she became enraged and attacked...
Domestic Violence and Kidnapping Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023CF000955A
County: Seminole
Client was accused of Domestic Violence and Kidnapping. The alleged victim insisted Client was wrongly arrested, and after we investigated the case, the State dropped all charges.
Client’s girlfriend accused him of battery, claiming he hit her after she flushed his cocaine. In reality, Client flushed her cocaine, she attacked him, and he pushed her out of...
Client was arrested for False Imprisonment and Battery after an argument with his girlfriend, who locked herself in the bathroom and tried to leave the house. Client briefly grabbed her...
Client was arrested for DUI after backing into another car in his neighborhood. Once restitution was paid, we negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication, so...
Client was arrested for DUI after an officer claimed she was swerving, speeding, and failed field sobriety exercises. She took a breath test and blew over the legal limit. Attorney...
Client was involved in a road-rage incident after the victim, who was towing a trailer, tried to run him off the road. At the next light, the victim rammed Client’s...
On February 15, 2023, client driving Lexus with an invalid paper tag not assigned to the Lexus. Car stopped and client arrested for driving on a suspended license. Attorney had...
Client was accused of three counts of sexual activity with a minor and child abuse. Facing a potential sentence of fifty years in the department of corrections and registration as...
Date Resolved: 4/4/2023
Outcome: three Sexual Activity w/Minor charges Dismissed, one Child Abuse charge Withhold of Adjudication
Client was arrested and charged with felony Obtaining Public Assistance by Fraud, with the State alleging more than $41,000 in restitution. Because Client could not afford to repay that amount...
Client was arrested for DUI and blew a .137. He needed this case resolved quickly and could not have a DUI on his record. He's in college and wanted this...
Date Resolved: 4/4/2023
OUTCOME: REDUCED to Reckless driving, Withhold of Adjudication
Client arrested for DUI, and her breath test was allegedly over .31 - three times the legal limit! Attorney Leroy Costner got the prosecutor to agree to refer the case...
Client had recently separated from her long-term boyfriend of nine years, although they were still living together in the home they jointly owned. An argument began over what would happen...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended while already facing a pending DUI case. A dismissal was critical so Client could remain eligible for diversion on the DUI —...
Client was stopped for a headlight out and speeding. The officer smelled cannabis and found 24.6 grams of cannabis, THC oil, and a vape pen inside a bag in the...
On December 5, 2022, hotel owner called police and asked them to evict any non-guests from client's hotel room. Police then entered client's hotel room over client's objection (without a...
Client was arrested for DUI after an officer claimed he was swerving, speeding, and failed field sobriety exercises. Client took a breath test and blew over the legal limit. Attorney...
Date Resolved: 4/1/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
DWLS Charge Dismissed After License Error Discovered
Case Number: 2023-CT-000389-A-E
County: Orange
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended while his DUI case was still pending. He needed this charge dismissed quickly so he could complete DUI diversion. After reviewing the...
Client was arrested for DUI and was not eligible for the first time offender program for several reasons, although he really wanted a reckless driving. We fought for over 6...
Client was visiting Florida from Atlanta when a third party asked for a ride and claimed he needed to stop at a bank in Orlando. That third party tried to...
Client living with girlfriend. On February 8, 2023, it's his day off, he went to get his car fixed and saw some friends. She got angry when he got home...
Aggravated Assault and Domestic Violence Battery Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023-CF-000614-A-O
County: Orange
Client has two children with another guy. Boyfriend saw she'd chatted with her best friend's ex and became jealous when nothing had happened. On March 14th her boyfriend attacked her...
Client and her ex-boyfriend were together with their daughter when he said he planned to have the child blessed by a voodoo priestess. Client objected and told him to give...
Client was vacationing with family in Florida when he was arrested for domestic violence battery on his wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky submitted affidavit from alleged victim stating that she did...
Client was vacationing with family in Florida when he was arrested for domestic violence battery on his wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky submitted affidavit from alleged victim stating that she did...
Case Number: 2022MM003007A000BA, County: Polk, Charges: Pros Phase DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BATTERY TOUCH OR STRIKE 784.03.1A1 M F Same FILED 05/18/2022, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested and charged...
Case Number: 2007-CT-000441-A-W, County: Orange, Charges: DWLS, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: Client hired us to take care of a warrant and case from 2007. We could have filed a...
Case Number: 2023CF000271A, County: Seminole, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: On January 27, 2023, the client was pulled over for speeding (57 in a 45 zone). At the window, the...
Case Number: 492022CF003178XXXAXX, County: Osceola, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On November 5th, client told girlfriend he was cheating on her. He went over to her place to talk and...
Case Number: 2021-CF-013291-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Public Assistance Fraud, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for the felony of Public Assistance Fraud for not reporting employment and receiving...
Case Number: 2021-CF-015876-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Trafficking In Cocaine, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client accused of trafficking 400 grams of cocaine, facing a penalty of a minimum of fifteen...
Case Number: 2023-TR-013222-A-O, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client's Careless Driving Civil Citation was dismissed. We are still waiting for the DWLS charge to be filed on. OUTCOME:...
Case Number: 2022-311429-MMDB, County: Volusia, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On November 23, 2022, someone (falsely) reported client was driving recklessly. Police spotted client and determined he had no valid...
Case Number: 2022-311429-MMDB, County: Volusia, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On November 23, 2022, someone (falsely) reported client was driving recklessly. Police spotted client and determined he had no valid...
Case Number: 35-2021-MM-003308-AXXX-XX, County: Lake, Charges: Resisting Officer Without Violence, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: Resisting Officer Without Violence
Case Number: 2023-MM-000419-A-O-BA, County: Orange, Charges: DV Battery, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: On January 18, 2023, client had an argument with her husband and supposedly scratched his chest. Client...
, County: Lake, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was a prison volunteer at Lake Correctional and would send emails (via JPay, which is "authorized" for anyone EXCEPT a volunteer)....
On December 26, 2022, client was living with his long-term girlfriend of 8 years. They got into an argument and the client demanded to see records of her calls. He...
Client hired us to resolve a warrant and case from 2007. Instead of filing a motion to quash the warrant, we asked the State to drop the charges so the...
ON 1/8/22, CLIENT PUNCHED SON IN THE FACE CAUSING A “POTENTIALLY BROKEN NOSE.” SON SAID HIS FATHER WAS DRUNK, AND THEY ARGUED OVER SON’S DISRESPECT. SON DECLINED PROSECUTION, BUT STATE...
Case Number: 2022-MM-008530-A-O, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On December 20, 2022, client trespassed at "Residence Inn Orlando" after a guest complained of the noise and client came...
Case Number: 2021-MM-006706-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Criminal Mischief, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was charged with intentionally damaging property of former employer. Attorney Zahra Umansky got Client into a...
Case Number: 2021-CT-000106-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for a DUI, but lived in another state for college. She really needed a dismissal...
Case Number: 2022-CF-001044-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Possession of Cocaine, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for possession of cocaine when an officer observed her sharing it with another...
Case Number: 2022-CF-00733-A000-XX, County: Polk, Charges: Domestic Violence Battery Touch or Strike and Domestic Violence Felony Battery/Domestic Battery by Strangulation, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for Domestic...
Case Number: 2021-CF-003583, County: Orange, Charges: 1. FALSE AND FRAUDULENT INSURANCE CLAIMS Statute: 817.234(11)(A) Third Degree - Felony AND 2. GRAND THEFT THIRD DEGREE Statute: 812.014(2)(C)(1) Third Degree - Felony,...
Case Number: 2022MM009036A000BA, County: Polk, Charge: Battery Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was dating girlfriend, who'd flown in to Florida to help him move into his new house. On...
Case Number: 2022-CF-001008-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Battery on LEO & Resisting With Violence, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for a DUI, felony Battery on a Law Enforcement...
Case Number: 2021-CF-007157-A-O, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client on probation for stalking ex-girlfriend and has a "dating" injunction to not go to her home or work. Shortly...
Case Number: 2022-CJ-000202-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Written Or Recorded Threat To Conduct A Mass Shooting Or Act of Terrorism, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Juvenile client accused of making a...
Case Number: 492022CF003490XXXAXX, County: Osceola, Charges: False Imprisonment and Battery (Domestic Violence), Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client accused of false imprisonment and battery domestic violence. Client with no criminal...
Case Number: 2022-CJ-PENDING, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: In March 2022, client went to Wal Mart with three friends with the plan of stealing because client got a...
Case Number: 2021-MM-007452-A000-BA, County: Polk, Charges: DV Battery, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client arrested for Domestic Violence Battery. Attorney Rachel Mattie got the case dismissed. Then, Attorney Zahra Umansky...
Client was alligator fishing with a friend using his permit. The friend did not tell the client that the permit was not for the lake they were fishing in. Was...
Case Number: 2021-MM-007452-A000-BA, County:Polk , Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client arrested for Domestic violence Battery. Attorney Rachel Mattie got case dismissed. Then, Attorney Zahra Umansky got Client's record expunged....
Client was arrested for DUI and had a prior reckless driving charge from another state. He was stopped for swerving and urinated on himself during the investigation. We were able...
Date Resolved: 1/9/2023
OUTCOME: Reduction to reckless with a withhold of adjudication
Client accused of false imprisonment and battery domestic violence. Client with no criminal record faced potential six years of incarceration and branded a convicted felon. Once retained began investigating case...
Case was set for trial after the prosecutor stopped negotiations. On the day of trial, we were able to resolve the case to a withhold of adjudication and costs. Client...
On September 4, 2022, Client was stopped for an expired tag, and the officer reported the odor of cannabis. A search revealed cannabis in the center console and in bags,...
On November 23, 2022, Client dropped off his son with his ex-wife, and an argument arose over her dishonesty about a recent parenting event. She pushed Client, and he briefly...
Client plead to DUI. Client was facing jail time due to the nature of his charges. I set the case for trial and just prior to jury selection the State...
DUI and Felony Drug Charges — Dropped After Lab Report
Case Number: 2022-CF-002390-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
Client was charged with DUI and Possession of Methamphetamine. Although the State offered diversion on the possession charge, the attorney knew the substance wasn’t meth and demanded the official lab...
On June 12, 2022, Client’s former employer received threatening texts that appeared on caller ID as coming from Client, leading to a felony charge of making written threats to kill....
Client was arrested for DUI in Polk County after allegedly driving 100 mph and swerving, but he blew under the legal limit and his urine test was clean. Despite this,...
Client was arrested for DUI after striking and heavily damaging a guardrail in Deltona. The State was willing to offer its first-time offender program, but only if Client agreed to...
Client was visiting Disney with his wife & stepdaughter. Client was arrested for allegedly battering his wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got the prosecutor to dismiss the criminal charges. The...
Client was arrested for possession of cannabis with intent to sell while already out on bond for another felony. After reviewing the evidence, the attorney identified that the stop was...
Leaving the Scene With Serious Bodily Injury — Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2022-CF-009319-A-O
County: Orange
Client was charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Serious Bodily Injury. After speaking with Client and obtaining the full account of what happened, the attorney contacted the...
Client was arrested for DUI with a minor in the vehicle, which made her ineligible for the first-time offender program. Despite that restriction, the attorney negotiated a reckless driving resolution...
Client was charged with resisting without violence along with her DUI. We worked out a deal where her DUI would be sent to diversion and the resisting would be dropped...
Date Resolved: 10/9/2022
OUTCOME: 1 DISMISSED, OTHER IN PROCESS OF BEING DROPPED
Client was charged criminally with No Valid Driver's License. Client unable to obtain DL because of immigration issues. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get criminal charge amended down to...
Client was arrested for DV Battery. Victim is her husband. He did not want to prosecute. We had the husband fill out a declination of prosecution and the State agreed...
Client’s probation was modified to require a substance abuse evaluation and any recommended treatment. By admitting to the violation, the attorney ensured Client was able to return home to his...
Client was charged with reckless driving and criminal mischief after doing donuts in a parking lot with friends. Eleven patrol cars swarmed the group and arrested him, alleging damage to...
Client's original offer was 30 days in jail followed by probation. I was able to convince the State to an amended offer of credit time served and costs, no probation...
DUI Reduced to Reckless — Firefighter Kept His Job
Case Number: 05-2022-CT-041827-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
Client is a Lake County firefighter and got a DUI in Brevard County. It was urgent that he get something in writing indicating he would not be convicted of DUI...
DUI Reduced to Reckless — Case Closed Quickly for Background Check
Case Number: 05-2022-CT-035986-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
Client was arrested for DUI but urgently needed her case resolved before an upcoming background check. She could not have a conviction — or even a pending case — appear...
Client had several cases involving driving without a valid DL, all within a few weeks of each other. I was able to resolve them all to credit time served and...
Client was arrested on a no-bond VOP after missing a restitution payment. The prosecutor refused to agree to a bond and would only offer a deal requiring a felony conviction....
Client was charged with criminal mischief. We told the state there were no damages and the victim was exaggerating the truth. Upon looking into this issue, the State agreed and...
Client arguably didn't commit a traffic infraction, but he pulled into the pumps and was stumbling and staggering, creating probable cause for DUI and justifying stop. State didn't want to...
Client had HTO suspension but drove a car off the worksite to the 7-11 and ran into the back of another car. Charged with HTO DWLS. Attorney worked out case...
Case Number: 2022-MM-004361-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Misdemeanor; Battery, Outcomes: On 6/29/22, the alleged victim (wife) was lecturing her husband about wanting a divorce while standing in a doorway to the...
Case Number: 2022-MM-001036-B-O, County: Orange, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: On July 20, 2022, the alleged victims approached our clients for "cutting in line" for the Disney bus. The victims pushed our...
Case Number: 2022-MM-014395-AXXX-XX, County: Brevard, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: On 2/5/22, our client and his wife argued after his wife dumped multiple beers on his head. Our client went to the...
Case Number: 05-2022-CF-034256-AXXX-XX, County: Brevard, Charges: Felony; Domestic Aggravated Assault, Outcomes: Our client and his partner were dating for years, but didn't live together (not a "domestic" case). On June...
Case Number: 2020-CT-005549-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI. Despite some criminal history, we were able to get him into a diversion program. His...
Case Number: 2020-CT-001504, County: Osceola, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI. We got her set up with a diversion program, which ultimately resulted in her charges...
Client was charged with aggravated assault on an elderly person. Today he entered a plea to a lesser charge of aggravated assault. 36 months probation, no contact with the victim,...
Motion to Dismiss granted. The client was facing a violation of probation for a charge from the 1980's. I was able to successfully argue that the client's probation had expired...
Client charged with lewd or lascivious molestation facing minimum 25 years in prison up to life in prison as charged. Successfully negotiated resolution that resulted in 3 years doc followed...
Client was arrested for the charge of fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer. When the crime was being committed, the client was at work. We provided time...
Client accused of armed burglary of a conveyance, two counts of grand theft of a firearm, petit theft, and resisting officer without violence. Client was facing a potential life sentence...
This was client's 2nd DUI arrest in the last five years so not only was he charged with DUI he was also charge with criminal Refusal to Submit to Testing....
Client was accused of threatening a neighbor with a firearm. Client found a dog wandering around her complex. She took the dog into her home and contacted the complex manager...
VOP dismissed! Client hired me when he was arrested on a Violation of Probation. Client was on probation for Robbery with a firearm and was accused of a new crime....
Client shoplifted from Publix in Clermont; already had a pending felony case for theft and drug possession at the time, to which attorney had gotten client probation. On this case...
Case Number: 05-2022-CT-026113-AXXX-XX, County: Brevard, Charges: Criminal Traffic, Outcomes: All charges against our client were dismissed. We were able to provide proof that the vehicle is now properly registered., Date...
Case Number: 2021-MM-008530-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Misdemeanor; shoplifting, Outcomes: Our client was charged with shoplifting at Macy's. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got the Client into a diversion program. While the...
Case Number: 2020-MM-009201-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Felony; possession of a firearm in an airport, Outcomes: The client had a firearm in the airport that she'd forgotten was in her bag....
Case Number: 2022-CF-003290-B-O, County: Orange, Charges: Felony; Theft, Outcomes: The client owns property in Astatula, and employees for the company he worked for would drop off metal construction cans there...
Case Number: 2022-MM-003695-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: On June 2, 2022, our client and his wife were arguing verbally. She starts to record him, and he tries to grab...
Case Number: 2022-CF-008480-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Felony, Outcomes: Our client was arrested during a traffic stop for felony possession of cannabis. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get the case...
Case Number: 2021 MM 002000, County: Osceola, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: Our client was accused of punching the complainant when the complainant refused to leave an establishment after being told by...
Case Number: 2021-CT-002379-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI after allegedly going the wrong way down the street. Typically, driving the wrong way would...
Case Number: 2020-CT-007659-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: We got our client into a diversion program for her DUI and the charges were dismissed., Date of Resolution: 7/7/2022
Client was arrested for DUI after she was found asleep behind the wheel at a light with open containers of alcohol in the vehicle. She also had a passenger in...
Client was originally arrested on Felony charges. Case was then taken down to a MM because the statute would not support a CF charge and on a MM battery, The...
Client is serving a federal sentence on a unrelated matter. The State's offer in this case was the minimum prison sentence to run after his federal sentence was over. If...
Client allegedly grabbed on three Hooter's waitresses, was kicked out of the bar, and then went to sit in his running vehicle and was found there when cops arrived. Client...
Client charged with second Driving with License Suspended or Revoked which becomes a first degree misdemeanor. Client faced up to one year in jail. Client unable to get valid driver's...
Client was arrested for 2nd DUI within 5 years which carries a mandatory minimum 10 days jail and 5 year DL suspension. To add complication client lives out of state...
BENCH PLEA: Client passed out downtown and medics found a firearm in his waistband. client confessed to police after being taken to hospital. State made an error in charging and...
Case Number: 2021-CT-001644-A-W, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI following a crash. When the cops arrived, she was asleep behind the wheel and could...
Client stopped for “no tag light” Client aware that his license had been suspended for child support, but thought that it was cleared when they took his entire tax return...
In 2014, Client stopped for driving without a seat belt and received a DWLS charge. Everything was documented in the arrest report (past recollection recorded) so the State can go...
In January 2022, client was talked into stealing a trailer by the co-defendant using the client's truck. They hooked up the trailer around the time that the police showed up...
Client accused of shoplifting at WalMart and her car was stopped, drugs in backpack in the car, along with stolen items, and client confessed to police that bag was hers....
Client hired us to undo a 5 year license suspension he had for paying off several tickets. The day before we were able to reverse the suspension, he was arrested...
Victim hit client's car in the parking lot (victim claims its the other way around) and client confronted victim, who spit on her. Client swung on victim, then went and...
We got clients charge where he was looking at three years MANDATORY prison dropped. As a result, client was able to escape going to prison During a complex investment/business transaction,...
All charges dismissed. Client was accused of hitting his daughter's boyfriend. After speaking with the client and the witnesses, I was able to talk with the prosecutor about what I...
Attorney took on case from another attorney after 3 years. State asserted client mailed trafficking level of drugs (7 year min man up to 30 years, $100,000 fine) to someone...
Client was in downtown Orlando with Girlfriend when an alleged altercation happened with a bar security officer. Client was arrested and charged with numerous charges (Battery, Assault, and Trespass on...
Client accused of domestic battery and criminal mischief, facing potential year and sixty days in jail as well as probation. After investigating case, all charges were dismissed.
Client hired us after a pretty bad DUI arrest. The officer saw her run a red light at a low speed and noticed she was asleep behind the wheel. After...
Client accused of throwing beer cans out his passenger window at victim's car, scratching it. It wasn't client-- it was the girl sitting in passenger seat, so they charged the...
Client on community control for robbery, sudden snatching (F3). 3rd violation (prior violations are why client is on community control) for + drug tests, not being where he's supposed to...
Client was stopped after a 911 caller said he was watching client drunkenly swerving all over the road and then officer saw client crossing over solid line. Once stopped, client...
Client charged with attempted sexual battery, domestic battery by strangulation, false imprisonment, and domestic battery. Client was facing potential sixteen year imprisonment, being a convicted felon, and being required to...
Client was on probation for Attempted Arson of a Dwelling from 2013 (did four years prison, followed by probation). Attorney successfully dismissed a prior VOP using stand-your-ground, and the public...
Law enforcement was investigating a DV battery when client said she'd harm herself. Law enforcement Baker-Acted her and searched before transport, discovering heroin (fentanyl), straw, and baggie. Case rock-solid for...
Client on probation for first degree felony and was violated because person that gave him a ride to probation was pulled over for tag infraction and subsequent search of vehicle...
Got charges amended to MM Petit Theft and client received a withhold on original Grand Theft charge. 12 months probation, 50 CSH, ICC, CC/F Could not get diversion in Polk...
Got charges amended to MM Petit Theft and client received a withhold on original Grand Theft charge. 12 months probation, 50 CSH, ICC, CC/F Could not get diversion in Polk...
Client was accused of stealing from Walmart. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got Client into the pretrial diversion (PTD) program which subsequently resulted in full dismissal of charges against Client!
Client charged with robbery with firearm and possession of firearm by a convicted felon. Client also a prison release reoffender due to criminal history and was facing mandatory life sentence...
Client with no prior criminal history charged with offense that would brand him a sex offender and mandatory prison. After extensive negotiations with the prosecutor was able to resolve matter...
Client was arrested for DUI and blew a .205. We convinced the State to stipulate to below .15 in Lake County where they do not have any first time offender...
Client was arrested following a crash for DUI with a breath score of .147. The State agreed to waive their policy of imposing an interlock device and agreed to the...
Client got a DUI in Indiana just a few months before he picked up this DUI. The State had no problem obtaining the judgment and sentence from the Indiana DUI...
Client was arrested for her 3rd DUI in 10 years and Driving on a Suspended License. Her DUI was supposed to be upgraded to felony court where she would have...
Client is college student who was arrested for felony possession of a fake ID. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get the prosecutor to only charge Client with a misdemeanor...
Client charged with failure to register, an offense that scores mandatory prison. After investigating the case and clients registration history, provided the prosecutor with documentation that client made attempts to...
Client on probation for Dealing in Stolen Property for pawning a TV someone else stole (not clear she knew it was stolen) Client violated by missing appointments when her ride...
Client was arrested for DUI and had some serious criminal history. We challenged the stop and day of our hearing on our Motion to Suppress the Stop, the State reduced...
Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Client had previously completed a pretrial diversion (PTD) program on another charge. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to still negotiate with...
Ex-girlfriend moved out and claimed that he drove her car after she left and therefore "stole" it. No Information was filed by the State-- insufficient evidence.
Client was arrested for domestic violence Battery against his wife who was the alleged victim. Client was not permitted by the Court to have any contact with his wife after...
Client was in the middle of a difficult divorce when his wife accused him of Domestic Violence Battery during a child drop-off. She tried to search his car for her...
Victim was inside 7-11 making a scene at the hotdog stand. victim walked out and client followed outside, pulling a firearm and waving it around. Victim called the police. Incident...
All charges dismissed. Client is fully disabled, required assistance to get around, and has terminal cancer. Client and his wife were verbally arguing about a trip the client wanted to...
Client charged with racing, although a MM facing mandatory DL suspension. Client has no criminal history and clean driving record. Negotiated resolution where offense was reduced to a civil citation...
Client stopped for running a red light in front of an officer, was so-so on field sobriety exercises and had 0.91 BAL. Apparently passenger was actually driving, but they switched...
Client was charged with Trespassing, Criminal Mischief, and Resisting an Officer without Violence. After completing discovery and negotiations with the State, I was able to convince the State to dismiss...
Traffic stop. Client admitted he had invalid driver's license because of HTO suspension on body camera video. Could not get a license anytime soon, though started process to get tickets...
Client hired us to fight his DUI charge. He felt he was wrongfully stopped and arrested. Adding insult to injury, this wrongful DUI arrest also violated his current felony probation....
Client was arrested for what should have been Armed Kidnapping with a Firearm, carrying a minimum 10 year prison sentence with a maximum possible sentence of life in prison. There...
Client has recently purchased a new car and registered the vehicle and reinstated his DL shortly after the stop. I was able to show proof to the State and they...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended due to a prior DUI suspension. After Attorney advised Client to obtain a valid driver’s license, the State agreed to amend the...
Client charged with Petit Theft and case was referred to the Pretrial Diversion (PTD) program. However, Client was rejected from PTD for allegedly getting arrested for another theft while in...
Client was arrested for the charges of aggravated battery. After we were hired I was able to show that at best it was only simple battery and the State agreed...
Resolved the case with a unnegotiated plea to the Judge. The State's offer was a year in the county jail consecutive to any sentence in the client's other pending case....
Client was arrested for shoplifting from Walmart. Attorney Zahra Umansky negotiated Client’s entry into a diversion program, allowing Client to avoid prosecution. After successfully completing the program, the State dismissed...
Domestic Battery Charge Dismissed (No Information Filed)
Case Number: 2021-310930-MMDB
County: Volusia
Client was accused of domestic battery against her adult son. After reviewing Client’s evidence and ensuring the Prosecutor received all supporting information, Attorney demonstrated that the facts did not justify...
Second DUI — Reduced Penalties & Client Released From Jail
Case Number: 2021-CT-002194-A
County: Seminole
Client hired us after being charged with a second DUI in Seminole County, where he blew over a 0.15. While out on bond, Client was arrested again for Driving While...
Client hired us for his 2nd DUI. We were able to negotiate a Reckless Driving on his behalf despite the State initially refusing to reduce the charge because his first...
Driving While License Suspended — Reduced to Civil Citation
Case Number: 2021-CT-003253-A-O
County: Orange
When client hired us he had 3 open criminal cases for driving on a suspended license from 3 different arrests. We were able to help client get his license validated....
Tampering, False Imprisonment & Domestic Battery — All Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2021-CF-008427-A-O
County: Orange
Client faced serious allegations, including Tampering with a Witness, False Imprisonment, and Domestic Violence Battery. After the State initially filed charges, Attorney demonstrated that the complaining witness was uncooperative and...
DUI, DWLS, and Probation Violation — No Jail & Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 2020-CT-004163-A-O
County: Orange
Client on probation for DUI, violated with a new DWLS charge. Worked out agreement to reinstate probation with a warning (Client never taken into custody, no jail time on VOP)....
Driving While License Suspended — Other Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2021-CT-001880
County: Osceola
Client charged with Driving While License Suspended/Revoked, No Motor Vehicle Registration, No Proof of Insurance, and Obscured Motor Vehicle Tag. Client is not able to obtain valid driver's license. However,...
Client was arrested after leaving her children unsupervised, and her 6-month-old was tragically killed while in foster care. After more than a year with no progress under prior counsel —...
Client was charged with DUI after a traffic stop. Attorney filed and argued a Motion to Suppress the stop, and the Court granted the motion, ruling the stop unlawful. Because...
Possession of Cannabis with a Weapon Case Dismissed
Case Number: 2021-CF-007085-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for felony possession of Cannabis with a weapon. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get case dismissed before any court date was set! And also no formal...
Allegation was that client tailgated someone in traffic then pointed a gun at them. Alleged victim claimed to have a dash camera of events and ID'd client, but State dismissed...
No information notice filed. Defense had moved to modify release to allow client to go home, Judge was being difficult granting the modification, so the State dismissed the charges.
State filed a "No Information." Client never did anything; alleged victim was a friend and reversed who punched whom. Suspected State would dismiss since alleged victim's story made no sense...
Client charged with No Valid Driver's License. Client unable to obtain driver's license because of immigration issues. Attorney Zahra Umansky contacted the prosecutor and was able to get case dismissed...
Client was facing a Violation of Probation. After Attorney presented the necessary information and negotiations, the Court dismissed the VOP and terminated Client’s probation. Client avoided jail and was able...
Client was arrested after an incident that raised concerns for the State. Attorney advised Client to complete an anger management class early in the process, and Client immediately complied. After...
Driving While License Suspended — Charge Dismissed
Case Number: 2020CT001882A
County: Seminole
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. Attorney negotiated a resolution in Client’s other case that allowed the State to dismiss this DWLS charge (nolle prosequi) entirely. Client avoided...
Policy Limits Settlement After Disputed Rear-End Collision
The at-fault driver stopped suddenly and without reason, causing a chain-reaction crash in which Client rear-ended her vehicle and was then struck from behind. The insurance carrier initially denied all...
Client was shopping for sneakers when she slipped and fell on a poster that store employees had carelessly left on the floor. The store’s insurance company initially denied responsibility and...
Full Policy Limits Recovered After Head-On Collision
Client was struck head-on and sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and a serious shoulder injury. The insurance carrier initially offered only $75,000, attempting to undervalue the claim. After filing...
Client was stopped for traffic when the driver behind her failed to slow down and violently struck her vehicle. Both cars were totaled, and Client sustained serious injuries, including a...
Client was stopped at a red light when another driver failed to slow down and violently struck the rear of her vehicle. The insurance company initially offered only $11,671, attempting...
Client was rear-ended while at a complete stop at an intersection, suffering neck and lower back injuries that led to a surgical recommendation. The underinsured motorist carrier initially offered only...
Client was rear-ended and required shoulder surgery due to injuries from the collision. Because of a history of minor shoulder pain over ten years earlier, the insurance company denied the...
Client was rear-ended and suffered complications that required removal of a previously implanted pain stimulator. The insurance carrier, Progressive, initially offered $40,000, insisting the surgery was unrelated to the crash....
Semi-Truck Forced Vehicle Off Road – $200,000 Settlement
Client was traveling on the highway when a semi-truck merged into his lane from the shoulder. To avoid a collision, Client swerved, lost control, and flipped his vehicle into a...
Client was staying at a hotel on International Drive when he attempted to enter the pool using the ladder and discovered the top rung was broken. He fell through the...
Bicyclist Struck in Intersection – Policy Limits Settlement
Client was riding her bicycle through an intersection when a driver struck her, running over her ankle and causing a fracture. Despite the severity of the injury, the insurance carriers...
Client was rear-ended by a distracted driver, suffering serious lower-back and left-shoulder injuries that required therapy, pain management, and ultimately shoulder surgery. The at-fault driver carried only minimal coverage, and...
Client was involved in a moderate rear-end collision and sustained lower back injuries requiring pain management treatment. The insurance carrier initially offered only $21,000, undervaluing Client’s claim. After extensive litigation,...
Client was struck in a severe T-bone collision after another driver ran a stop sign. He sustained soft-tissue injuries to his neck and back and a ligament injury to his...
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle – Full Policy and Personal Contribution Recovery
Client was a pedestrian struck by a vehicle, suffering serious injuries that required extended hospitalization. The at-fault driver was underinsured for the extent of Client’s injuries, but we secured the...
Trip and Fall on Raised Sidewalk – $350,000 Settlement
Client tripped and fell on a raised section of sidewalk located on a hotel property in New Smyrna Beach, suffering a shoulder injury that required surgery. The hotel initially denied...
Client was involved in a three-car pileup. Despite multiple claimants competing for limited insurance coverage, we successfully proved the extent of Client’s injuries and liability of the at-fault driver. As...
Client was injured in a rear-end collision, and the insurance carrier initially offered $20,000 to settle the claim. After filing suit and demonstrating the full extent of Client’s injuries and...
Client was involved in a hit and run incident. While the police failed to press charges, we were able to get our client justice and obtain the policy limits from...
Client was cited for speeding, but at the hearing, the law enforcement officer failed to appear. Attorney moved for dismissal, and the motion was granted. The Client avoided fines, points,...
Client was cited for running a red light. At the hearing, the law enforcement officer failed to appear, and Attorney moved for dismissal. The motion was granted, and the Client...
Client was cited for having an open container, but Attorney quickly reviewed the facts and challenged the citation. The State dismissed the charge, allowing the Client to avoid any penalties...
Client received a civil citation for failing to report a crash. Attorney reviewed the case and challenged the citation, resulting in a full dismissal. The Client avoided fines and points...
Client was cited for careless driving in a civil traffic case. Attorney reviewed the evidence and successfully challenged the citations, leading to a full dismissal. The Client avoided fines, points,...
Client received a citation for driving a vehicle with registration expired more than six months. Attorney appeared in court on the Client’s behalf, and when the issuing officer failed to...
Client was charged with driving while license suspended. Attorney reviewed the case and successfully challenged the charge, leading the State to dismiss it entirely. The Client avoided fines, points, and...
The Client was cited in a civil traffic case, but the officer who issued the citation did not witness the alleged violation (“no wheel witness”). Without the required testimony, the...
The Client hired us after being suspended from work because of a 2021 traffic ticket that added three points to his license. Those points caused his employer’s insurance to drop...
Client was involved in an accident and was found at fault. We set the case for a hearing, and when the officer did not appear, the ticket was dismissed.
Expired Registration Ticket Dismissed and License Reinstated
Case Number: 2023TR0480370001XX
County: Polk
Client had a traffic ticket for expired vehicle registration. He missed the deadline to pay for the ticket, which caused a suspension on his driving license. I was able to...
We gave client the instructions on how to pay the late fees that were suspending his DL. He paid the fees, then went to the dmv to reinstate his DL....
The Client was charged with Unlawful Speed after already using the four-hour driving course option multiple times to avoid points. Attorney persuaded the court to impose no points and no...
Driving License Suspension Issue Resolved and Ticket Dismissed
Case Number: 2023TR028290
County: Seminole
Attorney provided the Client with instructions on how to pay the late fees that were suspending his driver’s license. After the Client paid the fees and reinstated his license at...
Attorney guided the Client through paying the late fees that were suspending his driver’s license, and the Client reinstated his license at the DMV. Because the Client had been driving...
School Zone Speeding Ticket Resolved With No Points
Case Number: 2023 TR 039126
County: Osceola
The Client received a speeding ticket for driving 10 mph over the limit in a school zone, and the family’s top concern was avoiding points to prevent an insurance increase....
Client received a speeding ticket for traveling 35 mph over the speed limit which requires a mandatory court appearance. Client's main concern was no points on his driving record because...
Client had a speeding ticket driving 9 mph over the speed limit. His main concern was his insurance not skyrocketing. He did not pay the speeding ticket in time, which...
Client had a traffic ticket for expired vehicle registration. He missed the deadline to pay for the ticket, which caused a suspension on his driving license. I was able to...
Client was ticketed for driving 123mph in a 35mph zone (88 mph over the speed limit). This is normally a $1104 fine for first offenders. This could have easily been...
Client hired us to help remove the 5 year suspension on her driving record caused by an HTO revocation. We filed a motion and set it for a hearing and...
"Client was speeding 9 mph over the speed limit. Her father's main concern was no points on her driving record because he has all five of his children on his...
Client received a speeding ticket that required a mandatory court appearance for going 45 mph over. I was able to get him a withhold which means no points on his...
Client fell asleep while driving a golf cart and crashed into a tree. He was given a careless driving ticket. The Trooper did not observe the accident but a bystander...
"Client received a speeding ticket for traveling 9 mph over the limit. His biggest concern was receiving points on his DL record. He did not want his insurance to be...
Client hired us to remove license suspension that was put in place after another attorney pled him to a civil citation carrying a collateral suspension. We filed the motion and...
Traffic Court Case Resolved With No Criminal Penalties
Case Number: 2023 104342 TRDL
County: Volusia
Client’s Traffic Court case was dismissed after entering a plea to a civil traffic citation. This kept the matter entirely civil and avoided any criminal penalties.
Case Number: 2023-TR-013222-A-O, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client's Careless Driving Civil Citation was dismissed. We are still waiting for the DWLS charge to be filed on. OUTCOME:...
Client on probation for Cannabis over 20 grams. On July 10, 2025 client violated probation by driving without a license (Driving While License Suspended) and confessed, violating probation. Attorney set...
Violation of Probation and License Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2025-CT-301552-A-E
Charges: DWLS
County: Orange
On July 10, 2025, Client was stopped for driving without a valid license and with an expired tag. Due to the Client already on probation for a prior cannabis possession...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. We were able to help client fix his license and then show that new license to the State in exchange for a...
Charge Reduced to Civil Infraction – No Record, No Points
Case Number: 2025 108508 MMDB
Charges: Racing on the Highway
County: Volusia
Our Client was originally charged with Driving While License Suspended, a criminal offense that could have led to a conviction and points on their record. After presenting mitigating evidence and...
Client was charged with Reckless Driving. The State wanted points on his license and a criminal conviction. We negotiated a deal where client could avoid both, and all he had...
No Valid Driver’s License – Charge and Warrant Dismissed
Case Number: 2024 102501 MMDB
Charges: NO VALID DL
County: Volusia
Client was charged with No Valid Driver's License. We helped client fix his license and then we were able to get the charges dismissed. He also had a warrant out...
Driving While License Suspended – Case Dismissed Immediately
Case Number: 2025-CT-201010-A-W
Charges: Driving While License Suspended/Revoked With Knowledge
County: Orange
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended in May and hired us at the end of June. We immediately addressed his license issues and, before our first phone call,...
Driving Without a License Charge Dropped — Client Regains Driving Privileges
Case Number: 2024-CT-403295-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Driving Without a License. Attorney guided him through the process of legally obtaining his driver’s license, then presented proof to the State. After seeing that Client...
Client was arrested for Driving with an Out-of-State License, which is not a crime. She lawfully split her time between Georgia and Florida and was permitted to hold a valid...
Driving While License Suspended Reduced to Civil Infraction
Case Number: 2025-CT-402315-A-O
County: Orange
The Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. Through negotiation, the charge was reduced to a non-criminal civil infraction for Failure to Display. The Client avoided a criminal conviction...
The Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended (first offense). After successfully completing a Pre-Trial Diversion program, the State filed a nolle prosequi on June 3, and the case...
The Client had a warrant for missing court after a prior attorney failed to inform him of his court date. The Attorney was able to have the warrant removed, then...
No Registration Charge Dropped — Client Avoids Court and Keeps Record Clean
Case Number: 05-2025-CT-022197-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client was cited for Criminal No Registration after purchasing a new vehicle for his grandson and taking it to a mechanic before registering it. Attorney provided the State with proof...
Duplicate Refusal Charges Resolved — DUI Never Filed
Case Number: 2025-CT-300839-A-E
County: Orange
Client was arrested for DUI and Refusal to Submit to Testing, but due to a clerical error, she was charged twice with Refusal and not with DUI. Attorney noticed the...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. We assisted Client in obtaining a hardship license, and as a result, the State dropped all charges. This outcome allowed Client to...
Client came to us for driving related charges. I was able to help him get a valid driver's license and a quick resolution. He is now able to drive without...
Driving on Suspended License Reduced to Civil Citation
Case Number: 2025 103186 MMDL
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Driving on a Suspended License. Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the charge reduced to a civil citation. This outcome allowed the Client...
Client was arrested for Driving While License Suspended while a DUI case was still pending, leading to her bond being revoked. Attorney quickly negotiated a new bond to secure her...
Client had a pending "No Motorcycle endorsement in Orange" and hired us, then got another DWLS in Seminole (and "No Motorcycle Endorsement" (this case). Client couldn't get endorsement because of...
Client ran a stop sign on March 13, 2024 and ticketed, then charged with criminal charge of "no motorcycle endorsement". Client couldn't get endorsement because of DL suspension for unpaid...
Racing Passenger Charge Dropped — Client Keeps Record Clean
Case Number: 2024-CT-407943-A-O
County: Orange
Client, an 18-year-old visiting friends, was arrested under a statute that prohibits being a spectator or knowing passenger in a street race. She was terrified of having a criminal record....
Client was facing 30 days in jail when she first hired us for driving on a suspended license. She got her license back reinstated and I negotiated a 10 day...
Client was charged with driving with a suspended license, but a medical hold prevented him from restoring his driving privileges. We obtained several continuances and guided Client through the medical...
Client was charged with unlawfully using his grandfather's disabled parking permit. We were able to obtain a letter from his grandfather indicating he was the one who parked the car...
Habitual Offender DWLS Charge Dismissed After Attorney Restores Client’s License
Case Number: 2023-CT-006716-A-O
County: Orange
Client was sentenced to 10 days in jail for driving while license suspended as a habitual offender. Attorney immediately contacted the DMV to determine what was needed to reinstate the...
Client arrested for expired DL more than 6 months. Could not get a license due to immigration issues. Convinced state to reduce to less than 6 months which is a...
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving with No Probation or License Suspension
Case Number: 2023-CT-002233-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for DUI and had already served the maximum possible jail time while completing another sentence. Although the State’s case appeared strong, Attorney strategically explained that there was...
The Client contested a ticket for driving under a railroad crossing, and at the infraction hearing we conducted a full trial. Although the judge found the officer had established the...
The Client was initially ineligible for diversion on his DUI case because he also received a Driving While License Suspended charge. Attorney negotiated with the State to drop the DWLS...
Client was charged in two cases with driving with an invalid license. He had moved to Arizona but wanted these cases handled without him having to come back to Florida....
Client was charged in two cases with driving with an invalid license. He had moved to Arizona but wanted these cases handled without him having to come back to Florida....
HTO Status Removed and Criminal Charge Reduced to Civil Ticket
Case Number: 2023-CT-004888-A-O
County: Orange
Client was pulled over and criminally charged with Driving on a Suspended Driver's License as a Habitual Traffic Offender (HTO). We were able to set aside one of his predicate...
The Client was arrested for DUI with a breath result of .216, but Attorney secured her entry into a diversion program. After she successfully completed the program, the State dismissed...
The Client’s license was suspended for unpaid toll infractions in Orange County, and Attorney helped him set up a payment plan that immediately lifted the suspension. The Client then reinstated...
Racing Charge Reduced to Reckless Driving With No Suspension
Case Number: 2023CT003099A000BA
County: Polk
Case pled on 11/22/2023. Client was originally facing a racing charge that carries a 1 year suspension on his DL. We were able to amend the charge to a reckless...
Longstanding License Suspension Removed After 15 Years
Case Number: 2007-CT-005813-A-W
County: Orange
The Client’s license had been suspended since 2008 for failing to pay court costs. Attorney filed the necessary motions to remove the suspensions and worked directly with the DMV to...
Client had a DUI property damage and violated probation by driving on a revoked license. Son hired, but client decided she didn't want our representation after all.
Client was arrested for NVDL (no valid driver's license). His primary concern was avoiding jail since this was not his first offense and he was told the more you pick...
The Client was charged with criminal Leaving the Scene of an Accident. After presenting proof that the Client’s insurance paid the other driver, Attorney Zahra Umansky persuaded the prosecutor to...
Client was stopped for having no tag attached to his car. Client was criminally charged with having No Motor Vehicle Registration. Attorney Zahra Umansky provided proof to prosecutor that vehicle...
On February 15, 2023, client driving Lexus with an invalid paper tag not assigned to the Lexus. Car stopped and client arrested for driving on a suspended license. Attorney had...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended while already facing a pending DUI case. A dismissal was critical so Client could remain eligible for diversion on the DUI —...
DWLS Charge Dismissed After License Error Discovered
Case Number: 2023-CT-000389-A-E
County: Orange
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended while his DUI case was still pending. He needed this charge dismissed quickly so he could complete DUI diversion. After reviewing the...
Case Number: 2007-CT-000441-A-W, County: Orange, Charges: DWLS, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: Client hired us to take care of a warrant and case from 2007. We could have filed a...
Client hired us to resolve a warrant and case from 2007. Instead of filing a motion to quash the warrant, we asked the State to drop the charges so the...
Client was charged criminally with No Valid Driver's License. Client unable to obtain DL because of immigration issues. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get criminal charge amended down to...
Client was charged with reckless driving and criminal mischief after doing donuts in a parking lot with friends. Eleven patrol cars swarmed the group and arrested him, alleging damage to...
Client's original offer was 30 days in jail followed by probation. I was able to convince the State to an amended offer of credit time served and costs, no probation...
Client had several cases involving driving without a valid DL, all within a few weeks of each other. I was able to resolve them all to credit time served and...
Case Number: 05-2022-CT-026113-AXXX-XX, County: Brevard, Charges: Criminal Traffic, Outcomes: All charges against our client were dismissed. We were able to provide proof that the vehicle is now properly registered., Date...
Client charged with second Driving with License Suspended or Revoked which becomes a first degree misdemeanor. Client faced up to one year in jail. Client unable to get valid driver's...
Client stopped for “no tag light” Client aware that his license had been suspended for child support, but thought that it was cleared when they took his entire tax return...
In 2014, Client stopped for driving without a seat belt and received a DWLS charge. Everything was documented in the arrest report (past recollection recorded) so the State can go...
Client was arrested for DUI and blew a .205. We convinced the State to stipulate to below .15 in Lake County where they do not have any first time offender...
Client was arrested following a crash for DUI with a breath score of .147. The State agreed to waive their policy of imposing an interlock device and agreed to the...
Client charged with racing, although a MM facing mandatory DL suspension. Client has no criminal history and clean driving record. Negotiated resolution where offense was reduced to a civil citation...
Client has recently purchased a new car and registered the vehicle and reinstated his DL shortly after the stop. I was able to show proof to the State and they...
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended due to a prior DUI suspension. After Attorney advised Client to obtain a valid driver’s license, the State agreed to amend the...
Second DUI — Reduced Penalties & Client Released From Jail
Case Number: 2021-CT-002194-A
County: Seminole
Client hired us after being charged with a second DUI in Seminole County, where he blew over a 0.15. While out on bond, Client was arrested again for Driving While...
Driving While License Suspended — Reduced to Civil Citation
Case Number: 2021-CT-003253-A-O
County: Orange
When client hired us he had 3 open criminal cases for driving on a suspended license from 3 different arrests. We were able to help client get his license validated....
Driving While License Suspended — Other Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2021-CT-001880
County: Osceola
Client charged with Driving While License Suspended/Revoked, No Motor Vehicle Registration, No Proof of Insurance, and Obscured Motor Vehicle Tag. Client is not able to obtain valid driver's license. However,...
Client was charged with DUI after a traffic stop. Attorney filed and argued a Motion to Suppress the stop, and the Court granted the motion, ruling the stop unlawful. Because...
Client charged with No Valid Driver's License. Client unable to obtain driver's license because of immigration issues. Attorney Zahra Umansky contacted the prosecutor and was able to get case dismissed...
Withhold of Adjudication – Reduced to Reckless Driving
Case Number: 2025CT001387A
Charges: DUI reduced to Reckless Driving
County: Seminole
Our Client was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and needed the matter resolved quietly and quickly, without a DUI conviction. Despite a high breath test, we negotiated a reduction...
Our Client was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and received two additional traffic citations. After finding us online, he shared that our firm’s YouTube videos helped him feel informed...
Client was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and we tried to get her into a diversion program. The State would not agree. Although client was scared of trial, we...
This was Client’s second DUI arrest, and a conviction would have had serious career consequences due to her military service status. After completing a 30-day residential rehabilitation program through the...
DUI – Reduced to Reckless Driving to Protect Immigration Status
Case Number: 05-2025-CT-010014-AXXX-BC
Charges: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE RAN STOP SIGN
County: Brevard
Client was arrested for DUI in Brevard County while in the U.S. on a temporary visa. Because a DUI conviction could have severely impacted his immigration status and citizenship application,...
Family Dispute and DUI – Felony Charges Dismissed, Probation Only
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-001270-AXXX-01
Charges: Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and DUI
County: Lake
Client was facing six years in prison after a family disagreement escalated and led to her arrest for DUI and several additional charges. Our investigation revealed that her family’s actions...
Client was arrested for DUI after hitting a light pole, though no officer actually saw him driving. One officer falsely claimed he did, and the video evidence along with conflicting...
DUI Dismissed — Judge Rules Police Violated Client’s Rights
Case Number: 2024-CT-407746-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for DUI after responsibly choosing to sleep in her car instead of driving. Officers unlawfully opened her car door without legal justification. Attorney argued that this was...
Client was arrested for five counts of DUI with property damage after a Tesla camera captured the incident. Client failed to yield while turning left, collided with another vehicle, and...
The Client was charged with two DUI offenses, both enhanceable, including DUI with Property Damage. Through negotiation, the Attorney was able to resolve the case as a first-time minimum DUI....
The Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence and Refusal to Submit to Testing (Prior Offense). Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the charges reduced to Reckless...
Client was arrested for DUI, and Attorney promptly filed a motion to suppress before the State realized the case should have been filed as a felony. When the hearing took...
The Client was charged with Boating Under the Influence. After reviewing the State’s evidence, the Attorney determined that the Client was not guilty of the charge. The Attorney spoke with...
Client was arrested for DUI, and Attorney refused to waive her right to a speedy trial, setting the case for trial. When the court date arrived, the State was unprepared...
Client was arrested for DUI after barely blowing over the legal limit. Because he holds a commercial driver’s license (CDL), federal law barred him from entering a diversion program. We...
High Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
Case Number: 2024CT002975A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for DUI with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .22, nearly three times the legal limit. Despite the challenging facts, we negotiated a reduction to reckless driving...
Client was arrested for her third DUI, and the State initially sought 30 days in jail. Attorney arranged for Client to enter a residential treatment program, demonstrating genuine effort to...
The Client was facing two enhanced DUI charges. As part of negotiations, one DUI case was dropped in exchange for a plea to the other. The Client ultimately pled to...
Client was arrested for DUI after blowing zero on both breath tests but testing positive for marijuana. We retained an expert witness, filed multiple pretrial motions, and fully prepared the...
Client was arrested for DUI. We filed a motion to suppress the stop and argued that the stop was illegal. While on bond for this DUI, and awaiting a hearing...
Client was arrested for DUI and was very nervous about the outcome. We were able to get client's DUI reduced to a reckless driving and he avoided a criminal conviction...
The Client was arrested for DUI and initially represented by the Public Defender, who would not negotiate any resolution other than a plea as charged. After being retained, the Attorney...
Client was arrested for DUI and mistakenly charged in two different counties for the same incident. Attorney contacted Seminole County, which agreed to drop the duplicate case, then negotiated with...
Driving While License Suspended — No Jail or Probation
Case Number: 35-2024-CT-006588-AXXX-01
County: Lake
The Client was charged with Driving While License Cancelled, Suspended, or Revoked (Second or Subsequent Offense). The case was resolved with credit for time served and court costs only, with...
Client was arrested for DUI and entered a diversion program, but after a violation, she was removed and faced the State’s push for a DUI conviction. Through persistent negotiation and...
Client was arrested for DUI and immediately admitted to being intoxicated upon exiting his vehicle. We filed a motion to suppress, arguing that the traffic stop was unlawful. The judge...
Client was charged with DUI and was extremely nervous about going to court. Attorney negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication, meaning Client was not convicted...
DUI with Accident Reduced to Reckless Driving — License and Job Saved
Case Number: 05-2024-CT-051739-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
The Client was charged with DUI involving an accident and was facing the possibility of losing his job if his driver’s license was suspended. After negotiations, the Attorney was able...
Client was arrested for DUI and later charged with Driving on a Suspended License while the DUI case was still pending. Attorney explained to the prosecutor that Client misunderstood her...
Client was arrested for DUI after a serious crash causing over $2,000 in property damage. The State initially refused to offer a reckless driving reduction due to the severity of...
Client was arrested for his second DUI and had made incriminating statements to police, making trial seem likely. Through persistent negotiation, we reached a last-minute plea deal where the charge...
Client was arrested for her second DUI in Brevard County. We successfully reversed her license suspension, allowing her to get her license back almost immediately. We then convinced the State...
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving — License and Record Protected
Case Number: 2024CT003711A
County: Seminole
The Client was charged with DUI. Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the charges reduced to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication and 9 months of probation....
Client was arrested for DUI with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .205. Even though the case presented challenging facts for trial, we successfully secured her entry into a diversion...
Client was arrested for DUI involving a crash, a type of case typically ineligible for diversion. After detailed discussions with the State about the specific facts, we persuaded them to...
DUI with Prior Reduced to Reckless Driving — Client Avoids Jail and Conviction
Case Number: 2024CT004299A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for DUI with a prior on her record. Before the State could locate the prior conviction, Attorney swiftly negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with no conviction....
The Client was charged with multiple counts, including DUI. After negotiations, the Client pled to one DUI count with first-time minimum penalties, while the remaining counts and infractions were dismissed....
Client was arrested for DUI with a BAC over .230. We negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication, meaning Client was not convicted of a crime...
DUI with Extremely High BAC Reduced to Reckless Driving
Case Number: 05-2024-CT-050274-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client was arrested for DUI and blew a .245 which is extremely high (the legal limit is .08). Most prosecutor's offices have a .22 threshold on permitting people to complete...
Felony Drug Charge Dropped — DUI Resolved Favorably
Case Number: 05-2024-CF-050738-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client was charged with Possession of Hydrocodone (a felony) and DUI with a BAC over .15. During the DUI arrest, police found loose pills in Client’s pockets, and he explained...
Early Termination of Probation Granted on Third DUI
Case Number: 2020-CF-042945-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
The Client was on probation for a third DUI. A motion for early termination of probation was filed and granted by the Court. This result allowed the Client to end...
Client hired us to file a motion for early termination of his 12-month probation term. The State objected, arguing he should serve at least half before being considered. Confident in...
DUI-UNLAW BLD ALCH .15 OR HIGHER OR WITH PERSON UNDER 18 1ST OFFENSE N/A, LEVEL IS INFRACTION, COUNTY, MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE INFRACTIONS – 316.1936(2)(A) – POSS OF OPEN CONTAINER IN MOTOR VEH(DRIVER CITED) HEADLIGHTS – DRIVING W/O(TWILIGHT TO SUNRISE, SMOKE/RAIN/FOG PROOF OF INSURANCE REQUIRED(REQUIRED BY OWNERS / N/A, LEVEL IS INFRACTION, COUNTY, MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE INFRACTIONS – 320.0605 – FAIL TO DISPLAY FAIL TO DISPLAY REGISTRATION/TEMPORARY INTERNET RECEIPT OPERATING VEH WITH EXPIRED REGISTRATION; LESS THAN 6 MOS
My client was charged with DUI (marijuana) after consenting to field sobriety exercises, a breath test, and a urine test that came back positive for cannabis. Despite leg and back...
Client was arrested for DUI, Refusal to Submit, and Resisting Officer Without Violence. Facing limited options, he could not accept a DUI conviction but also wanted to avoid trial. The...
Client was arrested for DUI and wanted his case resolved quickly while avoiding as many penalties as possible. We achieved even more — successfully reducing the charge to reckless driving...
The Client was originally placed on 12 months of probation. Through dedication and full compliance, the Client quickly completed all required conditions. After confirming the Client’s progress with the probation...
Third DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving — No Probation
Case Number: 2024-CT-003602-AXXX-01
County: Lake
The Client was charged with a third DUI. During negotiations, the Attorney was able to have the driver’s license suspension set aside and the charges reduced to Reckless Driving without...
Client was arrested for a second DUI and faced a license suspension for an unlawful blood alcohol level. Our team successfully challenged the suspension by showing reasonable doubt about the...
Client was arrested for his third DUI within ten years. We devised a plan with Client to resolve his case with a plea deal as quickly as possible because of...
client entered into a plea to FTOP Tier 2. Amended to a Wet Reckless. 9 months of probation. $400 donation, $50 COP, $58 COI, DUI School Level 1, YOU Impact...
The Client was charged with DUI with a breath result over 0.15. Through negotiation, the Attorney secured a reduction of the charge to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication....
The Client, a decorated veteran with no prior criminal history, was accused of DUI on an Air Force base. After a thorough investigation and discussions with the Assistant U.S. Attorney,...
Client was arrested for DUI and had no prior criminal history. He was immediately terminated from his driving job, and because he held a CDL, avoiding a DUI conviction was...
Client was arrested for driving while license suspended as a habitual traffic offender, which carried a five-year revocation and felony penalties for driving. We successfully reversed the five-year revocation, allowing...
The Client was originally charged with DUI. Through negotiation, the charges were reduced to Reckless Driving. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a DUI conviction and move forward with...
DUI Reduced to Wet Reckless — Client Avoids Conviction
Case Number: 2024CT006539A000BA
County: Polk
Client resolved the case with a reduction from DUI to Wet Reckless and received 12 months of probation. This favorable outcome allowed Client to avoid a DUI conviction, minimize penalties,...
Client was arrested for DUI after crashing into an electric pole and blowing a .145 blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Because of the crash severity, he was ineligible for the first-time...
DUI, DWLS, and VOP Resolved — Client Released and Traffic Cases Dismissed
Case Number: 2024CT009503A000LD
County: Polk
The Client was facing a new DUI, Driving While License Suspended, and a Violation of Probation. After retaining our firm due to dissatisfaction with prior counsel, we immediately appeared in...
Client was arrested for DUI in Lake County after striking a shopping cart return and blowing a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .208. We conducted a thorough review of the...
Client was stopped for speeding and arrested for DUI after allegedly failing field sobriety exercises and refusing a breath test. Attorney Zahra Umansky intervened quickly and successfully got the Client...
The Client was arrested for DUI despite blowing zeroes on the breath test and only reporting that he had taken Adderall earlier in the day. The State failed to obtain...
The Client was arrested for DUI after blowing under the legal limit and refusing a urine test. Because her anxiety made a trial impossible, Attorney negotiated a reduction to Reckless...
The Client was arrested for DUI after being found intoxicated in a school parking lot during pickup hours. Although he had a prior DUI that did not result in a...
This was not the Client’s first DUI, but Attorney still secured an excellent outcome. The initial offer required the Client to serve 90 days in jail or enter treatment, along...
The Client, a commercial driver, was arrested for DUI and risked losing his CDL for at least one year if convicted. Attorney negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a...
The Client was arrested for DUI and declined the first-time offender program because he wanted to challenge the stop. Attorney filed a Motion to Suppress and set it for a...
Client was arrested for possession of heroin, DUI, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Client struggled with substance abuse and had been clean but relapsed. He wanted a second chance to...
The Client was arrested for DUI after being stopped for driving the wrong way at 1 a.m. and provided extremely high breath results of .233/.244. Despite the severity of the...
Client was arrested for DUI but did not qualify for the first-time offender program. We gathered more than ten character letters and sent them to the State. After reviewing them,...
Client was arrested for DUI while awaiting a heart transplant. His pretrial release conditions restricted travel and required random testing, which was difficult because of his medical condition. We got...
The Client, a CDL holder, was arrested for DUI and could not seek a hardship license without losing his commercial license. Attorney requested a DMV hearing and won, restoring the...
Client was arrested for DUI after nearly causing an accident in the middle of the day. We worked out a reckless driving withhold for client so he could avoid a...
The Client was arrested for DUI and Driving While License Suspended after being found asleep in the middle of the road at a light, but he was actually asleep in...
This was client's 3rd DUI within 10 years which should have been a felony. The State initially wanted to upgrade it to felony and sought jail. We were able to...
Client was arrested for DUI after being stopped for speeding. He did not want to risk a conviction at trial and we didn't have any suppression issues. We negotiated with...
Client was arrested for his second DUI within the same year. He got this DUI in Orange County very shortly after on in Polk County. The State charged client with...
Client pled to wet reckless. AG, 12 mos s/p, DUI CAS, VAP, 4 hr BDI, 50 hrs CSH with possible buyout of 1/2 @$7.50/hr. Client has already completed most of...
Possession of a Controlled Substance and Driving Under The Influence
Case Number: 2022CF000496A
County: Seminole
Client was accused of possession of controlled substance and driving under the influence. Client a veteran with no criminal history was facing felony sanctions along with loss of driving privileges....
Client was arrested for his 3rd DUI and we were able to negotiate a reckless driving charge with NO PROBATION. Client has to complete a 4 hour basic driver improvement...
Client was arrested for his second DUI so no hardship license. We requested a DMV hearing and were able to reverse the DMV suspension so client got his license back....
Client was arrested for Fleeing & Eluding and DUI. If found guilty of the Fleeing, client would be a convicted felon and lose their license. We got client into a...
This was client's 3rd DUI arrest. We filed a motion to suppress and before the hearing the State made a better offer than before. Client chose to accept the State's...
The Client was arrested for DUI and could not afford to have a criminal conviction on his record due to his career and future opportunities. After negotiations, Attorney secured a...
Client was arrested for DUI. We recognized that the urine sample that was taken was insufficient so we set the case for trial refusing to waive our client's right to...
Client was arrested for his 3rd DUI within 10 years but state only charged him with a 2nd because they didn't have disposition from the 3rd case. We explained to...
Client accused of driving under influence on military base over .15. Negotiated with AUSA to send case to state court, where client resolved case to probation to first time dui...
Client was arrested for DUI with property damage and a BAC of over .15. Client really wanted to avoid the interlock device but with a high BAC it was mandatory....
Client was arrested for DUI and really needed to avoid a criminal conviction. We were able to negotiate a resolution where client's DUI was reduced to a reckless driving and...
Client was arrested for DUI after backing into another car in his neighborhood. Once restitution was paid, we negotiated a reduction to Reckless Driving with a Withhold of Adjudication, so...
Client was arrested for DUI after an officer claimed she was swerving, speeding, and failed field sobriety exercises. She took a breath test and blew over the legal limit. Attorney...
Client was arrested for DUI and blew a .137. He needed this case resolved quickly and could not have a DUI on his record. He's in college and wanted this...
Date Resolved: 4/4/2023
OUTCOME: REDUCED to Reckless driving, Withhold of Adjudication
Client arrested for DUI, and her breath test was allegedly over .31 - three times the legal limit! Attorney Leroy Costner got the prosecutor to agree to refer the case...
Client was arrested for DUI and was not eligible for the first time offender program for several reasons, although he really wanted a reckless driving. We fought for over 6...
Case Number: 2021-CT-000106-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for a DUI, but lived in another state for college. She really needed a dismissal...
Client was arrested for DUI and had a prior reckless driving charge from another state. He was stopped for swerving and urinated on himself during the investigation. We were able...
Date Resolved: 1/9/2023
OUTCOME: Reduction to reckless with a withhold of adjudication
Client plead to DUI. Client was facing jail time due to the nature of his charges. I set the case for trial and just prior to jury selection the State...
DUI and Felony Drug Charges — Dropped After Lab Report
Case Number: 2022-CF-002390-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
Client was charged with DUI and Possession of Methamphetamine. Although the State offered diversion on the possession charge, the attorney knew the substance wasn’t meth and demanded the official lab...
Client was arrested for DUI in Polk County after allegedly driving 100 mph and swerving, but he blew under the legal limit and his urine test was clean. Despite this,...
Client was arrested for DUI after striking and heavily damaging a guardrail in Deltona. The State was willing to offer its first-time offender program, but only if Client agreed to...
Client was arrested for DUI with a minor in the vehicle, which made her ineligible for the first-time offender program. Despite that restriction, the attorney negotiated a reckless driving resolution...
DUI Reduced to Reckless — Firefighter Kept His Job
Case Number: 05-2022-CT-041827-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
Client is a Lake County firefighter and got a DUI in Brevard County. It was urgent that he get something in writing indicating he would not be convicted of DUI...
DUI Reduced to Reckless — Case Closed Quickly for Background Check
Case Number: 05-2022-CT-035986-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
Client was arrested for DUI but urgently needed her case resolved before an upcoming background check. She could not have a conviction — or even a pending case — appear...
Case Number: 2020-CT-005549-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI. Despite some criminal history, we were able to get him into a diversion program. His...
Case Number: 2020-CT-001504, County: Osceola, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI. We got her set up with a diversion program, which ultimately resulted in her charges...
This was client's 2nd DUI arrest in the last five years so not only was he charged with DUI he was also charge with criminal Refusal to Submit to Testing....
Case Number: 2021-CT-002379-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI after allegedly going the wrong way down the street. Typically, driving the wrong way would...
Case Number: 2020-CT-007659-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: We got our client into a diversion program for her DUI and the charges were dismissed., Date of Resolution: 7/7/2022
Client was arrested for DUI after she was found asleep behind the wheel at a light with open containers of alcohol in the vehicle. She also had a passenger in...
Client allegedly grabbed on three Hooter's waitresses, was kicked out of the bar, and then went to sit in his running vehicle and was found there when cops arrived. Client...
Client was arrested for 2nd DUI within 5 years which carries a mandatory minimum 10 days jail and 5 year DL suspension. To add complication client lives out of state...
Case Number: 2021-CT-001644-A-W, County: Orange, Charges: DUI, Outcomes: Our client was arrested for a DUI following a crash. When the cops arrived, she was asleep behind the wheel and could...
Client hired us after a pretty bad DUI arrest. The officer saw her run a red light at a low speed and noticed she was asleep behind the wheel. After...
Client got a DUI in Indiana just a few months before he picked up this DUI. The State had no problem obtaining the judgment and sentence from the Indiana DUI...
Client was arrested for her 3rd DUI in 10 years and Driving on a Suspended License. Her DUI was supposed to be upgraded to felony court where she would have...
Client was arrested for DUI and had some serious criminal history. We challenged the stop and day of our hearing on our Motion to Suppress the Stop, the State reduced...
Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Client had previously completed a pretrial diversion (PTD) program on another charge. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to still negotiate with...
Client stopped for running a red light in front of an officer, was so-so on field sobriety exercises and had 0.91 BAL. Apparently passenger was actually driving, but they switched...
Client hired us to fight his DUI charge. He felt he was wrongfully stopped and arrested. Adding insult to injury, this wrongful DUI arrest also violated his current felony probation....
Second DUI — Reduced Penalties & Client Released From Jail
Case Number: 2021-CT-002194-A
County: Seminole
Client hired us after being charged with a second DUI in Seminole County, where he blew over a 0.15. While out on bond, Client was arrested again for Driving While...
Client hired us for his 2nd DUI. We were able to negotiate a Reckless Driving on his behalf despite the State initially refusing to reduce the charge because his first...
Airport Trespassing and Disorderly Intoxication Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2025-MM-405125-A-O
Charges: Trespass After Warning Disorderly Intoxication
County: Orange
On July 3, 2025, Client became upset after JetBlue refused to allow him to board his flight or issue a replacement ticket. Airport police ordered Client to leave, but after...
Client, who has a learning disability, was charged with Petit Theft after mistakenly failing to scan several items at Target. We gathered and presented mental health and school records provided...
Client was arrested for two counts of Battery on a Security Officer after an isolated incident. Recognizing her clean record and genuine remorse, we negotiated her entry into a diversion...
Client was arrested for Petit Theft after allegedly swapping tags on sunglasses at a mall store. We secured her placement in an early resolution diversion program, allowing her to earn...
Domestic Violence Battery – Dismissed on Self-Defense Grounds
Case Number: 2025 MM 001062
Charges: DV BATTERY
County: Osceola
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after a dispute with his ex-girlfriend during her visit with their daughter. Evidence showed that she initiated the altercation while intoxicated and refused...
Battery Strangulation and Child Abuse – Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-CF-008442-A-O
Charges: Batt. Strangulation/Child Abuse
County: Orange
Client was vacationing in Florida with his teenage daughter and family when a group of boys began harassing his daughter in a lazy river. One of the boys flipped Client’s...
Charges: Prostitution and Enter/Remain in a Place for Prostitution
County: Orange
Client had our firm seal her record over 10 years ago. Now she was eligible to expunge the record. Client wanted to make sure this criminal record was destroyed. Attorney...
Client was charged with a first-degree felony for alleged Exploitation of the Elderly, facing up to 30 years in prison. From the start, we knew the State’s case was built...
Two sisters were arrested for battery against each other while on a family vacation. Although they were initially not scheduled to see a judge for 24 hours, we successfully moved...
Felony Drug and Prostitution Charges – Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023CF000481A 2024-CF-000471-A-O
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for felony drug charges and prostitution, but we secured entry into diversion drug court, leading to a full dismissal of all charges. Afterward, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully...
Client was charged with Shoplifting / Petit Theft, but Attorney Zahra Umansky got the case dismissed. Because Client works in the education field and was concerned about the record being...
On April 13, 2025, wife claimed drunk client put a gun to her head and hit her in the ribs (and showed police a bruise). He was arrested for Aggravated...
Client, a working professional, initially tried to handle his own expungement (pro se) but was unable to complete the process. Attorney Zahra Umansky took over and successfully expunged Client’s arrest...
Client was arrested for DUI involving a crash. After gathering all case evidence — including a recorded call between two police agencies admitting that no one saw Client behind the...
Client was arrested for battery against her husband. Although he did not want to prosecute, she was arrested anyway. We promptly worked with him to obtain a declination of prosecution,...
Client was charged with bringing a concealed firearm into the courthouse, but we got the case dismissed in its entirety. Attorney Zahra Umansky then successfully expunged Client’s record, ensuring it...
Client was charged with battery involving her former rapist. Attorney Zahra Umansky secured placement in a diversion program, leading to a full dismissal of the charge. She then expunged Client’s...
Felony Grand Theft Case Dismissed After Diversion — Client Earns a Second Chance
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-001516-AXXX-01
County: Lake
On December 31, 2023, Client purchased a 75-inch TV, then later used the same receipt to take another identical TV and “return” it—stealing its value. Charged with felony grand theft,...
Hit-And-Run Reduced to Civil Ticket and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023-CT-001521-A-E
County: Orange
Client criminally charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Client allegedly hit 3 vehicles. Attorney Zahra Umansky provided mitigating evidence to the prosecutor. Prosecutor agreed to amend criminal charge...
Client had his record sealed several years ago but needed access to it while applying for a professional license. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully petitioned the Court to unseal the record...
Client allegedly went into liquor store on multiple occasions and stole alcohol. Attorney Zahra Umansky contacted prosecutor and Detective. Client worried that felony would be filed; however, we got prosecutor...
Client was arrested for employee theft. We provided mitigating evidence to the prosecutor and were able to convince the prosecutor to dismiss the case. Then attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged...
Domestic Violence Battery – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-MM-400298-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, but we got the criminal case thrown out entirely. When the arrest record continued to appear, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged the record,...
Fourteen years ago, Client was arrested for 3 counts of employee felony grand theft. At that time, attorney Zahra Umansky negotiated a plea offer on Client's behalf that was only...
Client was arrested for fighting with boyfriend over their dog. Case was dismissed. But the arrest was still a public record and was hurting Client's career opportunities. Attorney Zahra Umansky...
Client, age 53, and the alleged victim, age 29, had been dating since September 2023 when an argument escalated on November 3, 2024. The alleged victim began destroying property with...
Client was arrested for felony domestic violence battery by strangulation. After obtaining an Affidavit of Declination of Prosecution from the alleged victim and securing a court order modifying the pretrial...
Petit Theft Dismissed After Quick and Early Resolution
Case Number: 2024-MM-407774-B-O 2024-MM-407775-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for petit theft, but we secured placement in an Early Resolution Diversion program — a faster, simpler alternative to standard diversion. Within just 90 days, Client earned...
Battery and Witness Tampering – Case Dismissed and Record Clean
Case Number: 2023-CF-012951-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Battery on his wife and Felony Tampering with a Witness, but we got the entire case thrown out. Attorney Zahra Umansky then successfully expunged Client’s arrest...
Fraudulent Possession of Admission Ticket – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-MM-400074-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for fraudulently possessing an admission ticket to Universal Studios, but Attorney Rachel Mattie got the case thrown out. When the arrest record continued to cause problems, Attorney...
Client was charged with shoplifting from Walmart. We got Client into a diversion program which resulted in a dismissal. However, this criminal record still adversely affected Client. Therefore, attorney Zahra...
Domestic Violence Battery Case Dropped and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2024-MM-400413-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery involving her mother, but we persuaded the prosecutor to drop the case entirely. Afterward, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client’s arrest and criminal...
Client was charged with theft in Polk County. She woks as a school teacher and was facing being terminated from her place of employment due to the charge. I was...
Client was charged with theft in Polk County. She works as a court reporter and was facing being terminated from her place of employment due to the charge. We were...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery involving his wife, but Attorney Zahra Umansky obtained an affidavit from the alleged victim stating she did not wish to pursue prosecution. Then,...
Felony Criminal Mischief – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023-CF-014687-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for protesting in downtown Orlando and accused of felony Criminal Mischief, but Attorney Zahra Umansky got the case thrown out. Because the felony arrest still appeared on...
Client was arrested almost 20 years ago for shoplifting. Client had succeeded in both his personal life and career. However, this criminal charge came up on a background check. Attorney...
On October 5, 2024, Client was accused of putting his brother in a chokehold and slamming his head to the ground during a family dispute at their mother’s home. Client...
Domestic Violence, False Imprisonment, Grand Theft, Obstructing Justice – All Charges Dismissed!!
Case Number: 2024-CF-015151-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested and charged with domestic violence battery, false imprisonment, grand theft, and obstructing justice. After filing a motion allowing Client to regain access to the shared residence, the...
Client and a co-defendant were arrested for Scheme to Defraud after allegedly entering Universal Studios without authorization, but Attorney Rachel Mattie persuaded the prosecutor to dismiss both cases. Afterward, Attorney...
Client was criminally charged for stalking his doctor. Attorney Bradford Fisher got prosecutor to dismiss case. However, this case continued to be a public record. Client works in a professional...
Client was arrested for DUI. He works downtown and had never been in trouble before. Keeping his record clean was very important to Client. Despite some difficult facts, we were...
Aggravated Assault with Firearm – Case Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 35-2023-CF-003045-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
On November 5, 2023, Client was arrested after a domestic incident in which his wife reported that he had pointed a gun at her during a suicidal crisis. Client denied...
Client was arrested for battery six years ago. Although the case was ultimately dismissed, the arrest continued to cause ongoing issues in Client’s life. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged the...
Client was arrested for Battery against her sister while they were at Disney. The victim sister didn't initially want the charges dropped, the two needed some time apart. We were...
Client was arrested for DUI, but we secured entry into a diversion program that led to a full dismissal of the criminal case. Afterward, Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client’s...
Client was arrested for battery, and although the case was ultimately dismissed, the record continued to affect her life and opportunities. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged the arrest and criminal...
On January 11, 2024, Client was stopped after riding a dirt bike on the Cross Seminole Trail, a violation of Fla. Stat. 316.1995. When law enforcement attempted to stop him,...
Client arrested for Battery 10 years ago. Attorney Zahra Umansky got case dismissed back then. Client then rehired us to expunge his record. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client's record...
Date Resolved: 1/3/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, NOLLE PROSEQUI, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client was arrested for DUI after going the wrong way down a one way street in Winter Garden. Typically, violating a one way will keep you out of diversion. We...
Date Resolved: 1/3/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, NOLLE PROSEQUI
Client was arrested for employee theft from Walmart. Attorney Zahra Umansky immediately intervened and got the case dismissed before the arraignment date. Attorney Zahra Umansky then successfully expunged the Client’s...
Date Resolved: 1/2/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023MM001188A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested after an argument with her former long-term boyfriend turned physical while they were still living in the same home. When he threatened to call 911, she reached...
Date Resolved: 1/2/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, NOLLE PROSEQUI, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client was arrested for DUI, but Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got the case dismissed. Attorney Zahra then went a step further and expunged the Client’s DUI arrest, ensuring the record...
Felony Cannabis Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2023-CF-003087-A-O
County: Orange
Client was charged with possession of cannabis with intent to sell, possession of more than 20 grams of cannabis, and possession of THC—serious felonies that carried the risk of jail...
Date Resolved: 1/1/2024
OUTCOME: DISMISSED OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dismissed, Record Expunged
Case Number: 2022-CF-001499-A-O
County: Orange
Former acquaintance of client made false allegations of battery, domestic battery by strangulation, and false imprisonment. Client with no criminal history was facing potential twenty five year prison sentence and...
Date Resolved: 12/7/2023
OUTCOME: CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, DISMISSED or DROPPED
Client was arrested for DUI after nearly hitting a police officer's patrol car. We were able to get client into a diversion program where he earned a full dismissal of...
Client was arrested for Battery on his wife. The case was dismissed; however, this arrest continued to adversely impact Client's life. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client's arrest and criminal...
Date Resolved: 12/4/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Juvenile Client was arrested for Battery on ex-girlfriend. We were able to get case dismissed. Also Attorney Zahra Umansky expunged Client's record so that it would not affect his future.
Date Resolved: 12/3/2023
OUTCOME: CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, DISMISSED or DROPPED
Client was arrested for Petit Theft. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get Client into a pretrial diversion program that resulted in a full dismissal. Then Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully...
Client was arrested for DV Battery. We filed a declination of prosecution with the State after speaking with the victim and the State dropped the charges. Then Attorney Zahra Umansky...
Date Resolved: 12/2/2023
OUTCOME: CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED, DISMISSED or DROPPED
Domestic Violence Battery Charges Dismissed and Case Expunged
Case Number: 2023 304397 MMDB
County: Volusia
Client was arrested and accused of domestic violence Battery. We were able to get the both battery counts dismissed. Then attorney Zahra Umansky successfully expunged Client's entire case!
Date Resolved: 12/2/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Client was arrested for DUI and could not be convicted of the same because she is a nurse and that would put her career in jeopardy. She spoke with an...
Client pled to a Petit Theft charge about 14 years ago. Although, Client was not convicted the theft charge kept affecting her. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully sealed Client's record so...
Case Number: 2022CT001894A000LD and 2022CT001898A000LD
County: Polk
Client was arrested and charged with Driving While License Suspended and Reckless Driving (2 separate cases). Client's charges were dismissed; however, the arrest record for 2 cases continued to negatively...
Twenty-three years ago, Client was arrested for felony Trespass on Construction Site. Client's resolved his case with a plea and was not convicted. Client had us seal his record 10...
DUI Dismissed and Record Expunged for Medical Student
Case Number: 2022-CT-002675-A-O
County: Orange
Client is a medical student who got a DUI. She desperately needed the case dismissed so she can start the expungement process before her residency begins. We were able to...
Date Resolved: 11/4/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
The Client was arrested for “child neglect with great bodily harm” after his four-year-old daughter slipped from his hands and fell while he was tossing her in the air at...
Date Resolved: 11/3/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Sex Offense Charges Reduced and Record Fully Cleared
Case Number: 2002-CF-005256-A-O
County: Orange
Client was originally arrested and charged with Lewd or Lascivious Conduct and Solicitation of a Minor via Computer. However, we were able to have charge amended by prosecutor to Contributing...
Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash where our Client allegedly hit another car. At the scene, the other driver accused our Client of being intoxicated. FHP conducted a crash...
Date Resolved: 10/3/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, NOLLE PROSEQUI, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
On September 26, 2022, client had a "road rage incident." Victim was speeding, swerves TO HIS LEFT as client is making a left-hand turn and she hits him, then claims...
Date Resolved: 10/3/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, Case Dropped, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Domestic Violence Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 2022-CF-002461-A-O
County: Orange
Client's girlfriend claims that client took her phone and choked her. She made these allegations after client had separated from her but come by the apartment when he was still...
Domestic Violence Charges Dismissed and Record Expunged
Case Number: 35-2022-MM-007146-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
On December 15, 2022, wife claimed client (her husband) hit her but couldn't remember events well. What actually happened is she was drunk, picked a fight following him around the...
Client was arrested for DUI after an officer claimed he was swerving, speeding, and failed field sobriety exercises. Client took a breath test and blew over the legal limit. Attorney...
Date Resolved: 4/1/2023
OUTCOME: DISMISSED, NOLLE PROSEQUI OR DROPPED, CASE EXPUNGED OR SEALED
Case Number: 2022MM003007A000BA, County: Polk, Charges: Pros Phase DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BATTERY TOUCH OR STRIKE 784.03.1A1 M F Same FILED 05/18/2022, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested and charged...
Case Number: 35-2021-MM-003308-AXXX-XX, County: Lake, Charges: Resisting Officer Without Violence, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: Resisting Officer Without Violence
Case Number: 2022-CF-001044-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Possession of Cocaine, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for possession of cocaine when an officer observed her sharing it with another...
Case Number: 2022-CF-00733-A000-XX, County: Polk, Charges: Domestic Violence Battery Touch or Strike and Domestic Violence Felony Battery/Domestic Battery by Strangulation, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for Domestic...
Case Number: 2021-CF-003583, County: Orange, Charges: 1. FALSE AND FRAUDULENT INSURANCE CLAIMS Statute: 817.234(11)(A) Third Degree - Felony AND 2. GRAND THEFT THIRD DEGREE Statute: 812.014(2)(C)(1) Third Degree - Felony,...
Case Number: 2021-MM-007452-A000-BA, County: Polk, Charges: DV Battery, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client arrested for Domestic Violence Battery. Attorney Rachel Mattie got the case dismissed. Then, Attorney Zahra Umansky...
Federal Disorderly Conduct Case Resolved with Civil Citation
Charges: Disorderly Conduct
County: Brevard
Our client was issued a notice to appear for disorderly conduct at a beach located on federal property. After discussions with the federal prosecutor and the citing officer, we reached...
Conspiracy to Traffic Controlled Substance Case Dismissed
Case Number: 2024-CF-009345AO
County: Orange
The Client was charged with Conspiracy to Traffic a Controlled Substance. Before the motion to discharge was heard by the court, the State filed a No Information notice, meaning the...
Client’s ex-girlfriend, with whom he shares a child, claimed he came home after an argument, choked her, and threatened her with a gun. In truth, she attacked him first—punching, choking,...
Young Client Avoids Felony Record and Keeps Future Intact
Case Number: 53-2025-CF-005192-A000-BA
County: Polk
Facing felony charges at just 20 years old — including tampering with evidence and possession of cocaine — this young man’s future was on the line. A felony conviction would...
Charges: Possession of Counterfeit License Plates or Similar Items
County: Orange
Our client, a hardworking father who supports his family by driving containers from the port for a logistics company, was arrested for the felony offense of possession of a counterfeit...
On August 3, 2025, Client’s vehicle was stopped, and officers discovered cocaine inside. Client explained that the drugs belonged to a passenger. Recognizing the underlying issues of addiction and trauma,...
Aggravated Assault and Firearm Charges Fully Dismissed
Case Number: 35-2023-CF-001869-AXXX-XX
Charges: Aggravated Assault With A Deadly Weapon x2 and Discharging A Firearm In Public From A Vehicle.
County: Lake
Our client was accused of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and discharging a firearm in public—charges that carried a potential maximum penalty of 25 years in prison. After extensive...
Charges: "Att Burglary of Dwelling Aggr. Stalking"
County: Orange
Our client shared children with his long-time partner, but when their relationship ended and he began seeing someone new, tensions escalated. After he went to his former partner’s home to...
Charges: 1.AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A FIREARM (ASSAULT) 2. CR-IMPROPER EXHIBITION OF WEAPON OR FIREARM
County: Orange
Our client, an FBI Agent, was staying at a hotel when a mix-up led staff to mistakenly enter her room and call the police. The situation quickly escalated into a...
Our Client was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for an obscured tag. During the stop, law enforcement discovered pills that our Client did not know what they were, leading...
Possession of Methamphetamine – Probation and Future Protected
Case Number: 35-2025-CF-001304-AXXX-01
Charges: 1. Possession of Methamphetamine 2. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
County: Lake
Client was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia while already on felony probation, putting him at risk of a lengthy prison sentence. We moved quickly, analyzing the evidence...
On October 19, 2023, Client was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for an obscured tag. After drugs were found in the car, he was searched and discovered to have...
Aggravated Assault and Drug Trafficking Resolved Without Conviction
Case Number: 2024-CF-015705-A-O
Charges: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT-WEAPON-WITH DEADLY WEAPON WITHOUT INTENT TO KILL (ASSAULT)
County: Orange
Elderly client has been robbed before, and was driving convertible BMW on highway when a car tailgates him for miles, then eventually pulls up beside him. Client points a "gun"...
Battery by Strangulation and Probation Violation – All Charges Dropped
Case Number: 2025-CF-001800-AXXX-01
Charges: BATTERY BY STRANGULATION & FELONY VOP
County: Lake
Client was arrested in Lake County for Battery by Strangulation, which also triggered a felony violation of probation, leaving him in custody with no bond. After meeting with Client and...
Charges: Possession of Cocaine, DWLS, Possession of a firearm during a commission of a felony
County: Volusia
Our client was facing four separate cases and the possibility of more than 30 years in prison. After carefully reviewing the evidence once discovery began, our team successfully negotiated to...
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Charges Dropped
Case Number: 53-2025-CF-005939-A000-BA
Charges: Aggravated Assault with a Weapon Without Intent to Kill
County: Polk
Client was charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon after using a knife to defend himself during an unprovoked attack by his roommate. He did not initiate the confrontation...
Charges: BURG (CONV) {NO BATTERY/ASSAULT/WEAPON GRAND THEFT OVER $750 LESS THAN $5000 POSS BURGLARY TOOLS WITH INTENT TO USE
County: Polk
Client was falsely accused of sawing off catalytic converters in Polk County after police discovered his fingerprints inside a vehicle linked to the crime scene. The surveillance video, however, clearly...
Possession of Cocaine and Paraphernalia – Jail Avoided, Second Chance Earned
Case Number: 2025-CF-001999-A000-XX
Charges: Possession of Cocaine Use/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
County: Polk
Client, a 63-year-old woman with no criminal record, was arrested for possession of a small amount of cocaine and paraphernalia during a traffic stop that deeply shook her. Struggling with...
Charges: Trafficking in Meth, Poss Cocaine with Intent to Sell
County: Orange
Police stop Client's car for running a stop sign, then search it due to smell of cannabis (illegal search) and spot open bottle of rum. When car is searched, they...
Multiple Felony Cases – Sentence Reduced from 30+ Years to 5
Case Number: 05-2024-CF-014014-AXXX-BC
Charges: Possession of a Firearm as a convicted felon.
County: Brevard
Client was facing more than 30 years in prison across multiple felony cases, but after a thorough review of all evidence and careful negotiations, we were able to resolve every...
Public Urination and Possession of Cocaine Both Dismissed Outright
Case Number: 2025-CF-001909-A-O
Charges: Possession of Cocaine
County: Orange
Client was stopped for public urination and had cocaine on him, creating a felony charge of Possession of Cocaine and a misdemeanor city charge of Public Urination. We sent the...
Aggravated Assault Charges Reduced and Felony Dismissed
Case Number: 2023-CF-014355-A-O
County: Orange
The Client was charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon stemming from a shooting outside a hookah lounge. After extensive litigation and the filing of a...
On December 16, 2023, client and wife had an argument after guys flirted with her at a bar and she enjoyed it. Client told her it made him uncomfortable and...
CONSERVATION-ENVIRONMENT: DUMP LITTER PRIVATE PROPERTY 500+ LB WO PERMIT
Case Number: 35-2025-MM-003380-AXXX-01
County: Lake
Client went to the dump and they wouldn't accept his "construction trash" so instead of taking it to the correct dump site, decided to abandon it on someone's property and...
Aggravated Assault with a Firearm Allegation Dropped
Case Number: 2024 CF 003540
County: Osceola
On November 15, 2025, the Client was accused of threatening another driver with a firearm during a heated road incident after the other driver brake-checked him and acted aggressively. Our...
On November 16, 2024, client was at a racing event as a spectator. Client had blacked out his tag in advance. When police shoed up, client fled and ran red...
The Attorney was able to resolve the case with no jail time and no adjudication of guilt. The Client had lost a previous job because of these charges and risked...
Client accused in two cases of failure to register as a sex offender. Scoring a minimum of 34 months prison and potential maximum sentence of ten years for both cases...
The Client was charged with Failure to Register. After defense advocacy and negotiation, the State dismissed the case in full. The Client avoided prosecution and maintained a clean record.
Our client was indicted on RICO, Grand Theft, and Organized Fraud charges and faced a potential 30-year prison sentence. From the beginning, the client maintained his innocence, and our team...
Public Assistance Fraud and Grand Theft Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023 305186 CFDB
County: Volusia
The Client, a nurse, was charged with Public Assistance Fraud and Grand Theft for under-reporting income between December 2019 and May 2021. Through strategic negotiation, our attorney secured the Client’s...
Domestic Violence Battery and False Imprisonment Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 35-2025-CF-000989-AXXX-01
County: Lake
Client was accused of domestic violence battery and false imprisonment after an argument with his wife. Although the initial report alleged that Client struck his wife while closing the front...
All Charges Dismissed Before Trial — Grand Theft and Exploitation Case
Case Number: 2024 108135 CFDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Grand Theft, Exploitation of an Elderly or Disabled Adult (Less Than $10,000), and Organized Scheme to Defraud. Just prior to trial, all charges were dismissed....
The Client was charged with Maintaining a Business to Sell Alcohol Unlawfully. After negotiations with the State, a nolle prosequi was filed, and the case was dismissed. The Client avoided...
Serious Felony Drug and Battery Charges Partially Dismissed — Client Avoids Prison
Case Number: 05-2024-CF-023330-AXXX-BC
County: Brevard
Client faced multiple felony charges, including Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Oxycodone, and Possession of More Than 20 Grams of Cannabis, along with related...
Interfere with 911 call (felony) DV Battery Resisting without violence
Case Number: 2025 CF 001028
County: Osceola
On April 6, 2025, client (wife) accused of knocking phone from husband's hand (battery) and stopping him from calling police (interfere w/ 911 call) and then not exiting bathroom for...
Client accused of getting dental work for his girlfriend on July 23, 2022 but paying with a bad check. Neither credit card, nor check valid and client didn't resolve when...
Burglary with Battery Charge Resolved Through Veterans Court Diversion
Case Number: 2024-CF-001152-A-O
County: Orange
On January 25, 2024, the Client was charged with Burglary of a Dwelling with Battery—a punishable-by-life offense—after a domestic dispute with a former partner. The Client also faced a related...
Client was arrested for felony reckless driving causing serious bodily injury after two people were seriously hurt in the vehicle he struck. Through negotiation and presentation of mitigating factors, we...
Felony Charge Beaten at Trial — Client Avoids Felony Conviction
Case Number: 2023 101786 CFDL
County: Volusia
The Client was facing six years in prison. The State’s offer included an adjudication to the felony and drug offender probation, but the Attorney chose to take the case to...
FLEEING OR ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE A LAW ENFORCEMENTOFFICER WITH SIREN AND LIGHTS ACTIVATED
Case Number: 2024-CF-012653-A-O
County: Orange
On September 12, 2024, officers went to pull over client for expired temporary tag and illegal window tint. On video, client fled and escaped. Client identified via shaky eyewitness ID...
Client was charged with Grand Theft involving allegations of taking property valued between $750 and $5,000. After Attorney’s intervention and case review, the State dismissed all charges. Client avoided a...
Client was arrested after his wife jumped from their car during what witnesses mistakenly believed was an assault. In reality, Client had suffered an epileptic seizure while driving, causing confusion...
Battery and Criminal Mischief Charges Resolved – No Conviction
Case Number: 2025MM000491A
Charges: Battery touch or strike DV Burgl with assault or battery damage prop-crim Misch 1000 Dols or more
County: Seminole
Our client, who had no prior criminal history, was charged with two counts of battery and criminal mischief. After strategic negotiation, we resolved the case with a withhold of adjudication...
Client was facing the possibility of losing her job if her case took too long to resolve. We were able to negotiate a diversion agreement that was significantly shorter than...
Client was charged with felony leaving the scene of an accident after striking a pedestrian on the beach while riding an e-bike. The incident was captured on video, and the...
The Client was charged with (1) Possession of More Than 20 Grams of Cannabis (Marijuana) and (2) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. After the Client successfully completed the Pretrial Intervention (PTI)...
Possession of Cocaine — Withhold of Adjudication and License Saved
Case Number: 2024CF001516A
County: Seminole
The Client was charged with Possession of Cocaine. Although the Client had prior charges from out of state, the prosecutor did not yet have verification of those records. After negotiations,...
Client was charged with Scheme to Defraud and Grand Theft (2nd Degree) involving over $90,000 in alleged losses. Through skilled negotiation, the attorney secured a plea to a single count...
Client was arrested for second-degree aggravated fleeing and eluding, facing up to 15 years in prison and a mandatory license suspension. Through tough negotiation, we convinced the State to reduce...
BATTERY ON LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER / RESISTING WITH VIOLENCE — ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Case Number: 2024-CF-014577-A-O
County: Orange
On October 30, 2024, police responded after a 12-year-old called 911 claiming her parents were arguing. When officers arrived, they forced their way into the home even though the argument...
On March 11, 2025, client was intoxicated and got into an argument with his wife, who claimed he grabbed her by the neck and choked her. He was arrested for...
Client was accused of taking part in a fight where someone’s phone was stolen. When police arrived, everyone ran, and officers later found drugs on the Client during a search....
The Client was charged with Aggravated Stalking after continuing contact with an ex-partner who had previously been arrested for Domestic Violence. Despite a no-contact order, evidence showed that the alleged...
Probation Terminated Early — Client Freed from 15-Year Sentence
Case Number: 2015CF000199A
County: Seminole
Client hired us to file a motion for early termination of probation after being sentenced to 15 years. His previous attorney couldn’t get the State to agree, but Attorney successfully...
The Client was charged with Third-Degree Grand Theft after taking and using a credit card left behind at Universal. Our attorney negotiated for the case to be referred to a...
The Client was charged with Carrying a Concealed Firearm, a third-degree felony under Florida Statute 790.01(2). After successful completion of a diversion program, the State filed a nolle prosequi, and...
Client was arrested for two separate second-degree felonies for sale and delivery of cocaine. Under the statute, a withhold of adjudication is rarely permitted on even one of these charges,...
On August 17, 2024, client was drunk outside of the "Bounce House" bar at age 19. Law enforcement told him to leave because he was urinating on a tree and...
Insurance Fraud Case Dismissed After Attorney Proves Client’s Innocence
Case Number: 2025-CF-001308-A-O
County: Orange
Client was wrongfully accused of insurance fraud after a car accident occurred while his app-based insurance was temporarily turned off due to poor cell service. He had tried to reactivate...
Battery on EMT and Resisting Charges Resolved Through Veterans Court
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-002986-AXXX-01
County: Lake
On December 8, 2024, the Client—a veteran with PTSD—was intoxicated and being transported by ambulance after a fight when he struck an EMT and later resisted an officer who responded,...
Client was arrested for Battery on a Pregnant Person, a third-degree felony, after an incident involving his pregnant wife. Police had severely misunderstood the situation—the wife was actually the aggressor....
The Client was facing over 30 years in prison across three separate cases. Through strategic negotiation and advocacy, the Attorney resolved all cases for credit for time served and three...
Client was arrested after Orlando Police claimed a “vape pen” found in his car contained THC resin. Although the device actually belonged to his sister—the passenger who had been seen...
Felony Drug Charge Dismissed — Client Avoided Prison
Case Number: 2024-CF-009350-A-O
County: Orange
On July 3, 2024, the Client was stopped by Orlando Police for an alleged illegal turn and window tint violation, leading to a search that uncovered cannabis and two methamphetamine...
On November 8, 2024, the Client was arrested for False Imprisonment and Battery after standing in front of his girlfriend’s car during an argument and briefly grabbing her legs after...
vop THEF2201 (FT) GRAND THEFT MOTOR VEHICLE THEF5000 (FS) DEALING IN STOLEN PROPERTY BURG0020 (FT) BURGLARY OF AN UNOCCUPIED STRUCTURE CRMS3000 (FT) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF $1000 OR MORE POSS OF MOTOR VEHICLE WITH VIN PLATE REMOVED POSSESSION OF STOLEN MOTOR VEHICLE OWNERSHIP D
On November 17, 2023, the Client was stopped by police while leaving “Cowboys” for crossing outside the crosswalk and was seen discarding a bag containing cocaine. Rather than risk a...
The Client was charged with Possession of Cocaine. Due to the specific facts of the case, the Attorney was able to secure a diversion agreement, resulting in the case being...
The Client was facing over 30 years in prison across three separate cases. Through negotiation, the Attorney was able to resolve all cases for credit for time served and three...
Over 30 Years in Prison Avoided — Felony Cases Resolved
Case Number: 2024 CF 000889 A
County: Indian River
The Client was facing over 30 years in prison across three separate cases. Through strategic negotiation, the Attorney was able to resolve all cases for credit for time served and...
Client was charged with felony driving while license suspended after being caught driving on a five-year habitual traffic offender revocation. We first helped Client reverse the five-year revocation and restore...
$40,000 BMW Forfeiture Defeated and Trafficking Allegation Reduced
Case Number: 2024-CA-010871-O
County: Orange
On November 22, 2024, the 70-year-old Client was arrested after a traffic incident with an undercover officer and charged with Assault with a Firearm and Drug Trafficking when troopers found...
On July 12, 2024, undercover law enforcement videoed client handing a crack rock to another person, then taking a portion back and smoking it. Client arrested and drugs recovered. Attorney...
The Client originally had the Public Defender representing him in this case. At that time, the Public Defender was preparing for trial and had stopped plea negotiations, with the last...
The Client was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. After successfully completing a Pre-Trial Intervention program, all charges were dismissed. The Client avoided a criminal conviction...
On July 19, 2025, client was smoking cannabis in downtown Orlando and stopped by police and searched, finding 2 pills of ecstasy a friend had given him earlier. From St....
On July 4, 2024, the Client was charged with Possession of a Forged Driver’s License after being found with an open container and presenting a fake ID to officers. Our...
Cannabis Possession Case Resolved with Withhold and No Ongoing Probation
Case Number: 2024-CF-003661-A-O
County: Orange
On March 14, 2024, the Client was approached by bicycle officers while sitting in a parked car, leading to a search that uncovered approximately 100 grams of cannabis. After initial...
The client was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. After successfully completing a Pre-Trial Diversion program, the State filed a nolle prosequi and all charges were...
On June 14, 2024, the Client was accused of battering an individual over 65 after a brief confrontation in which the alleged victim fell while advancing toward the Client. Witness...
Client was arrested for battery on a law enforcement officer after an argument escalated during a domestic call at her home. Alcohol was involved, and the situation intensified when she...
On August 25, 2024, the Client was in a parked BMW with another individual when officers on bicycles approached and discovered a plastic bag labeled THC, leading to a search...
The Client was charged with Grand Theft. The case was resolved with a Withhold of Adjudication and 12 months of probation, meaning the Client was not convicted of a crime....
On August 25, 2024, the Client was accused by his wife of entering their home, taking her phone, making threats, and preventing her from calling police. The allegations mirrored prior...
The Client was accused of taking cash and tools from a former business partner’s car during a dispute following their failed business venture. The Client maintained that he only retrieved...
The Client was charged with Felony Theft for taking trading card boxes from a store shelf and concealing them in a bag he brought inside. Our attorney negotiated entry into...
Felony Drug Charges Dismissed — Client Avoids Conviction
Case Number: 2024CF003586A000XX
County: Polk
The Client was charged with Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Sell or Deliver, a serious felony offense. After negotiations and strong advocacy, the felony charges were dismissed. The Client...
Client was arrested for felony domestic violence battery, but the victim later came forward stating that police had misrepresented her statements. We obtained a declination of prosecution and urged the...
The Client was charged with Grand Theft. After successfully completing a diversion program, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward...
Client was charged with felony battery and faced a potential year in county jail. When the State offered that sentence, Client—guided by Attorney—refused to accept it and prepared to go...
Client was arrested after his wife called police during a mental health crisis, claiming he had pointed a gun at her. Client denied pointing the firearm, and his wife later...
Client accused of exposure of sexual organs and facing one year in jail and criminal history. Successfully negotiated a resolution of probation with a withhold of adjudication and possibility of...
Client worked for an HVAC company which provides gas cards with company vehicles. Client left the company but still had the card, and then used it for purchases in Orlando...
Amend it Resisting with Violence (F3), Withhold of adjudication, 36 months probation, $100 Cost of Prosecution, Advance Driver Improvement course (in-person), 1 year DL revocation, Court Costs, $268 to BCSO,...
Client, a babysitter, was arrested for aggravated battery and theft after a former employer falsely accused her of backing into him with her car and refusing to return a child’s...
Client's orange motorcycle disappeared from garage and client reported it stolen to law enforcement and insurance. However, video shows that bike wasn't there for days, even though client said he'd...
Client ran a cleaning business and accused of taking jewelry from a customer based upon secret video camera. Client had priors and did take some jewelry, but not everything customer...
"On February 20, 2023, client was seen on camera entering a common area of the condominium complex and stealing tools along with another person who stole portable AC units. Attorney...
Attempted Murder Charges Dismissed and Reduced to Probation
Case Number: 2020-CF-004374
County: Polk
The Client, a longtime business owner with no criminal history, acted in self-defense after a confrontation in a bank parking lot where one of the individuals brandished a firearm. Despite...
Neighbor doesn't like client because client drives quickly by neighbor's house in a loud car. On May 11, 2023, client drives by quickly and neighbor yells at client (and may...
Client accused of failure to register a third degree felony facing community control sanctions and up to five years imprisonment. After extensive litigation and investigation the case was dismissed.
Client was charged with Possession of Cannabis Resin. After completing the diversion program all charges were dismissed. This allowed Client to avoid a conviction and keep a clean record.
Facing 40 Years, Client Resolves Case to Probation
Case Number: 05-2022-CF-026673-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
Client was facing a minimum of 48 months in prison and a maximum of 40 years if convicted at trial. We set his cases for trial and prepared his defense....
Client charged with felony theft from her employer. Client allegedly committed this theft with other co-defendants. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to negotiate with the prosecutor a plea offer to...
Client hired us for Possession and Felony Escape charges. From day one, Client was clear that he did not have any drugs. We relayed this to the State and filed...
The Client, who had no prior record, was charged with two counts of Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and two counts of Resisting Without Violence. Even after we provided...
Domestic Violence Battery and False Imprisonment Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 05-2023-CF-052961-AXXX-XX
County: Brevard
The Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery and False Imprisonment. The prosecutor reviewed the case and dismissed all charges before the scheduled court date, allowing the Client to avoid...
Client accused of criminal mischief, throwing deadly missile into occupied vehicle and two counts of possession of controlled substance. Client had no prior criminal history facing three felony convictions and...
The Client was charged with Criminal Mischief over $1,000. After successfully completing the pretrial diversion program, the State entered a nolle prosequi and dismissed the case. Client avoided a conviction...
On June 3, 2023, client taking out the trash (leaving front door open). When client returned, alleged victim had come up into client's driveway and was staring inside the house....
Client was accused of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, because of prior criminal history faced a maximum sentence of 15 years prison. The best state offered was 90 months...
Client was accused of two counts of lewd of lascivious molestation punishable by 25 years min/man up to life on each count and two counts of lewd exhibition punishable by...
Client was accused of having over 1000 grams of marijuana. I set the case for trial. Day of trial the State agreed to a credit time served, no probation offer....
Second Degree Murder With A Firearm, Robbery With a Firearm, and Attempted Felony Murder.
Case Number: 2022 CF 001532
County: Osceola
Client indicted on first degree murder, one count of attempted felony murder, and two counts of robbery with a firearm. Client who was the youngest of two other co-defendants who...
On May 4, 2023 client was arrested on another case and had drugs on him when he got to the jail. New charges of "possession of cocaine" and "introducing contraband"...
"In 2022, client was in a car accident and, according to the other driver, claimed to be a firefighter/paramedic when he'd already left the firefighter agency. State filed charge of...
Client accused of molesting his minor daughter. From the outset client maintained his innocence, defense investigated case early and obtained recorded recantations of the complainant(s) and sent to ASA asking...
Client entered a plea as charged. Client was being held without bond and was unable to work or make his loan payments on his business while in custody so instead...
Client accused of attempted sexual battery and battery. Facing minimum of prison of two years up to possible six years, after negotiations with prosecutor was able to resolve case with...
On 5/30/21, client picked up someone's credit card and then used it twice. Attorney had case sent to diversion, which client completed. Case dismissed!
Client was arrested for Battery. We got him into PTI for that case. He was rejected when he picked up a new Battery By Strangulation charge. We were able to...
The Client was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, and the initial appearance judge issued a strict no-contact order that barred the Client from returning to his own...
Battery on Law Enforcement/Security – Charges Dropped
Case Number: 2023-CF-003530-A-O
County: Orange
The Client was arrested for Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer/Security, but officers never confirmed his identity before he bonded out. He hired us immediately, preventing detectives from contacting him...
Client accused of six counts of lewd or lascivious molestation and sexual battery. Facing a possible sentence of over 100 years, after litigation was able to resolve case with a...
Client hired us on an Aggravated Battery with Deadly Weapon after she allegedly used scissors to cut her boyfriend. She then violated her pretrial release conditions by returning to the...
Client was a passenger during a traffic stop where the driver admitted the drugs in the car were hers. During a pat-down, officers found a concealed firearm under Client’s shirt....
Domestic Violence and Kidnapping Allegations Dismissed
Case Number: 2023-CF-004342-A-O
County: Orange
Client argued with his wife on the side of the road. A witness mistakenly claimed he slammed her head into the car and kidnapped her. The wife’s injuries were from...
On September 29, 2022, client had spent the night with a friend and boyfriend was angry. Boyfriend took her phone and wouldn't return it. Client eventually waived machete at him...
Client and wife staying at her parent's house. Father in law tried to interrupt client's cable internet service he needed for work, which led to an argument. When father-in-law threatened...
Domestic Violence and Kidnapping Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023CF000955A
County: Seminole
Client was accused of Domestic Violence and Kidnapping. The alleged victim insisted Client was wrongly arrested, and after we investigated the case, the State dropped all charges.
Client was arrested for False Imprisonment and Battery after an argument with his girlfriend, who locked herself in the bathroom and tried to leave the house. Client briefly grabbed her...
Client was involved in a road-rage incident after the victim, who was towing a trailer, tried to run him off the road. At the next light, the victim rammed Client’s...
Client was accused of three counts of sexual activity with a minor and child abuse. Facing a potential sentence of fifty years in the department of corrections and registration as...
Date Resolved: 4/4/2023
Outcome: three Sexual Activity w/Minor charges Dismissed, one Child Abuse charge Withhold of Adjudication
Client was arrested and charged with felony Obtaining Public Assistance by Fraud, with the State alleging more than $41,000 in restitution. Because Client could not afford to repay that amount...
Client was stopped for a headlight out and speeding. The officer smelled cannabis and found 24.6 grams of cannabis, THC oil, and a vape pen inside a bag in the...
On December 5, 2022, hotel owner called police and asked them to evict any non-guests from client's hotel room. Police then entered client's hotel room over client's objection (without a...
Client was visiting Florida from Atlanta when a third party asked for a ride and claimed he needed to stop at a bank in Orlando. That third party tried to...
Aggravated Assault and Domestic Violence Battery Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023-CF-000614-A-O
County: Orange
Client has two children with another guy. Boyfriend saw she'd chatted with her best friend's ex and became jealous when nothing had happened. On March 14th her boyfriend attacked her...
Case Number: 2023CF000271A, County: Seminole, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: On January 27, 2023, the client was pulled over for speeding (57 in a 45 zone). At the window, the...
Case Number: 492022CF003178XXXAXX, County: Osceola, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On November 5th, client told girlfriend he was cheating on her. He went over to her place to talk and...
Case Number: 2021-CF-013291-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Public Assistance Fraud, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for the felony of Public Assistance Fraud for not reporting employment and receiving...
Case Number: 2021-CF-015876-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Trafficking In Cocaine, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client accused of trafficking 400 grams of cocaine, facing a penalty of a minimum of fifteen...
Case Number: 2022-CF-001008-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Battery on LEO & Resisting With Violence, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was arrested for a DUI, felony Battery on a Law Enforcement...
Case Number: 492022CF003490XXXAXX, County: Osceola, Charges: False Imprisonment and Battery (Domestic Violence), Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client accused of false imprisonment and battery domestic violence. Client with no criminal...
Client accused of false imprisonment and battery domestic violence. Client with no criminal record faced potential six years of incarceration and branded a convicted felon. Once retained began investigating case...
On September 4, 2022, Client was stopped for an expired tag, and the officer reported the odor of cannabis. A search revealed cannabis in the center console and in bags,...
On June 12, 2022, Client’s former employer received threatening texts that appeared on caller ID as coming from Client, leading to a felony charge of making written threats to kill....
Client was arrested for possession of cannabis with intent to sell while already out on bond for another felony. After reviewing the evidence, the attorney identified that the stop was...
Leaving the Scene With Serious Bodily Injury — Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2022-CF-009319-A-O
County: Orange
Client was charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Serious Bodily Injury. After speaking with Client and obtaining the full account of what happened, the attorney contacted the...
Client’s probation was modified to require a substance abuse evaluation and any recommended treatment. By admitting to the violation, the attorney ensured Client was able to return home to his...
Client was arrested on a no-bond VOP after missing a restitution payment. The prosecutor refused to agree to a bond and would only offer a deal requiring a felony conviction....
Client had HTO suspension but drove a car off the worksite to the 7-11 and ran into the back of another car. Charged with HTO DWLS. Attorney worked out case...
Case Number: 05-2022-CF-034256-AXXX-XX, County: Brevard, Charges: Felony; Domestic Aggravated Assault, Outcomes: Our client and his partner were dating for years, but didn't live together (not a "domestic" case). On June...
Client was charged with aggravated assault on an elderly person. Today he entered a plea to a lesser charge of aggravated assault. 36 months probation, no contact with the victim,...
Client charged with lewd or lascivious molestation facing minimum 25 years in prison up to life in prison as charged. Successfully negotiated resolution that resulted in 3 years doc followed...
Client was arrested for the charge of fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer. When the crime was being committed, the client was at work. We provided time...
Client accused of armed burglary of a conveyance, two counts of grand theft of a firearm, petit theft, and resisting officer without violence. Client was facing a potential life sentence...
Client was accused of threatening a neighbor with a firearm. Client found a dog wandering around her complex. She took the dog into her home and contacted the complex manager...
Case Number: 2020-MM-009201-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Felony; possession of a firearm in an airport, Outcomes: The client had a firearm in the airport that she'd forgotten was in her bag....
Case Number: 2022-CF-008480-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Felony, Outcomes: Our client was arrested during a traffic stop for felony possession of cannabis. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get the case...
Client is serving a federal sentence on a unrelated matter. The State's offer in this case was the minimum prison sentence to run after his federal sentence was over. If...
BENCH PLEA: Client passed out downtown and medics found a firearm in his waistband. client confessed to police after being taken to hospital. State made an error in charging and...
In January 2022, client was talked into stealing a trailer by the co-defendant using the client's truck. They hooked up the trailer around the time that the police showed up...
Client accused of shoplifting at WalMart and her car was stopped, drugs in backpack in the car, along with stolen items, and client confessed to police that bag was hers....
Client hired us to undo a 5 year license suspension he had for paying off several tickets. The day before we were able to reverse the suspension, he was arrested...
Victim hit client's car in the parking lot (victim claims its the other way around) and client confronted victim, who spit on her. Client swung on victim, then went and...
We got clients charge where he was looking at three years MANDATORY prison dropped. As a result, client was able to escape going to prison During a complex investment/business transaction,...
All charges dismissed. Client was accused of hitting his daughter's boyfriend. After speaking with the client and the witnesses, I was able to talk with the prosecutor about what I...
Attorney took on case from another attorney after 3 years. State asserted client mailed trafficking level of drugs (7 year min man up to 30 years, $100,000 fine) to someone...
Client accused of throwing beer cans out his passenger window at victim's car, scratching it. It wasn't client-- it was the girl sitting in passenger seat, so they charged the...
Client was stopped after a 911 caller said he was watching client drunkenly swerving all over the road and then officer saw client crossing over solid line. Once stopped, client...
Client charged with attempted sexual battery, domestic battery by strangulation, false imprisonment, and domestic battery. Client was facing potential sixteen year imprisonment, being a convicted felon, and being required to...
Law enforcement was investigating a DV battery when client said she'd harm herself. Law enforcement Baker-Acted her and searched before transport, discovering heroin (fentanyl), straw, and baggie. Case rock-solid for...
Got charges amended to MM Petit Theft and client received a withhold on original Grand Theft charge. 12 months probation, 50 CSH, ICC, CC/F Could not get diversion in Polk...
Got charges amended to MM Petit Theft and client received a withhold on original Grand Theft charge. 12 months probation, 50 CSH, ICC, CC/F Could not get diversion in Polk...
Client charged with robbery with firearm and possession of firearm by a convicted felon. Client also a prison release reoffender due to criminal history and was facing mandatory life sentence...
Client with no prior criminal history charged with offense that would brand him a sex offender and mandatory prison. After extensive negotiations with the prosecutor was able to resolve matter...
Client is college student who was arrested for felony possession of a fake ID. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get the prosecutor to only charge Client with a misdemeanor...
Client charged with failure to register, an offense that scores mandatory prison. After investigating the case and clients registration history, provided the prosecutor with documentation that client made attempts to...
Ex-girlfriend moved out and claimed that he drove her car after she left and therefore "stole" it. No Information was filed by the State-- insufficient evidence.
Victim was inside 7-11 making a scene at the hotdog stand. victim walked out and client followed outside, pulling a firearm and waving it around. Victim called the police. Incident...
All charges dismissed. Client is fully disabled, required assistance to get around, and has terminal cancer. Client and his wife were verbally arguing about a trip the client wanted to...
Traffic stop. Client admitted he had invalid driver's license because of HTO suspension on body camera video. Could not get a license anytime soon, though started process to get tickets...
Client was arrested for what should have been Armed Kidnapping with a Firearm, carrying a minimum 10 year prison sentence with a maximum possible sentence of life in prison. There...
Client was arrested for the charges of aggravated battery. After we were hired I was able to show that at best it was only simple battery and the State agreed...
Tampering, False Imprisonment & Domestic Battery — All Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2021-CF-008427-A-O
County: Orange
Client faced serious allegations, including Tampering with a Witness, False Imprisonment, and Domestic Violence Battery. After the State initially filed charges, Attorney demonstrated that the complaining witness was uncooperative and...
Client was arrested after leaving her children unsupervised, and her 6-month-old was tragically killed while in foster care. After more than a year with no progress under prior counsel —...
Possession of Cannabis with a Weapon Case Dismissed
Case Number: 2021-CF-007085-A-O
County: Orange
Client was arrested for felony possession of Cannabis with a weapon. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get case dismissed before any court date was set! And also no formal...
Allegation was that client tailgated someone in traffic then pointed a gun at them. Alleged victim claimed to have a dash camera of events and ID'd client, but State dismissed...
Charges: Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence Without Minor Children
County: Seminole
Client, a senior executive with a major company, hired me after his wife of just a few months filed an injunction based on false and calculated accusations. If granted, it...
Charges: Petition for Injunction for Protection Against Dating Violence
County: Polk
Client, a federal law enforcement officer and veteran, was falsely accused of disturbing and career-ending conduct in a dating violence injunction filed by a former partner. We spent countless hours...
Our Client was charged with an Injuction Against Domestic Violence. We conducted extensive research on the case and got the petition dismissed. As a result, our Client is able to...
In November 2024, Respondent (b/f) moves in next door to clients. Respondent learns husband is a deputy and dislikes him and wife, particularly as other neighbors dislike wife. Respondent begins...
Two-Year Stalking Injunction Granted After Neighbor’s Harassment
Case Number: 2025-DR-001809-O
County: Orange
In November 2024, the Respondent moved in next door and began harassing the Clients—blasting music, yelling insults, and posting TikTok videos bragging about making their lives difficult. Attorney presented the...
Client was accused of domestic violence after his wife alleged he pointed a gun at her during a night when both had been drinking. She also claimed a prior bruise...
(Ex)-girlfriend claims client grabbed her by her arms against her will and after client's arrest, filed a Petition for Injunction against Domestic Violence. Attorney waited to see if ex-girlfriend showed...
Client hired us to help secure a stalking injunction against her boyfriend's ex girlfriend who was harassing her via social media, emails, text messages, and phone calls for over 4...
Client's daughter had been harassed by a group of neighborhood kids for the past year, in part because client's daughter asserted sexual battery occurred. This led to conflict between client...
Client's daughter had been harassed by a group of neighborhood kids for the past year, in part because client's daughter asserted sexual battery occurred. This led to conflict between client...
Client Prevails in Series of Neighborhood Injunction Disputes
Case Number: 05-2025-DR-010864-XXDR-BC
County: Brevard
Client and her daughter became entangled in multiple injunction petitions after a year of neighborhood conflict stemming from serious harassment and past allegations. The opposing party filed two injunctions—one against...
For the second time, our team successfully defended our client against an injunction filed by the same party. The Injunction was denied once again making our client extremely satisfied with...
Client voluntarily agreed to dismiss the petition for injunction after I was able to work with the respondent's attorney on getting the transactional actions post divorce completed. Client was very...
The Client was accused of repeat violence based on allegations from 2019–2020. Instead of moving forward with the petition, the parties reached an agreement to dismiss the case without prejudice...
The petitioner made false allegations against the Client while seeking a domestic violence injunction, sole possession of the marital home, and temporary alimony. Attorney demonstrated that the petitioner’s statements were...
We represented the Petitioner. Judge dismissed the injunction for failure to provide evidence of prior DV. Client had filed the injunction prior to hiring us and gave us very little...
The Client was charged with Robbery with a Firearm, a serious felony offense. After filing a Motion to Withdraw Warrant, the motion was granted and the case was dismissed. The...
Juvenile Bomb Threat Charge Dismissed — Client Proven Innocent Within a Week
Case Number: 2025 010530 CJDL
County: Volusia
Client, a juvenile, was arrested for making a bomb threat at school and was placed on a GPS monitor before being released to his grandparents. In reality, his words were...
Sexual Depiction and Possession of Child Pornography Resolved Without Prison
Case Number: 2025-CJ-000419-0000-00
County: Polk
The Client was charged with Promotion of an Altered Sexual Depiction and Possession of Child Pornography. After extensive negotiation, the case was resolved with probation and outpatient treatment—avoiding any prison...
Petit Theft Case Pending Dismissal After Diversion Entry
Case Number: 2024CJ00689A
County: Seminole
On November 3, 2024, the Client was accused of Petit Theft at Target after paying for one bottle of body wash but not the second. The Client cooperated fully and...
The Client successfully completed the pretrial diversion program, and the State filed a dismissal, resulting in the case being fully dropped and the Client keeping a clean record.
Client accused of sexual battery and lewd or lascivious molestation. Prior to trial prosecutor offered probation to lesser offense with community supervision. Client rejected offer and proceeded to trial, after...
Case Number: 2022-CJ-000202-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Written Or Recorded Threat To Conduct A Mass Shooting Or Act of Terrorism, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Juvenile client accused of making a...
Case Number: 2022-CJ-PENDING, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: In March 2022, client went to Wal Mart with three friends with the plan of stealing because client got a...
“Resisting” Law Enforcement Charge Dismissed on Trial Day
Case Number: 2025-MM-403371-A-O
Charges: Resisting without violence
County: Orange
On March 20, 2025, around 1:45 a.m., Orlando Police claimed to smell cannabis and ordered our Client and another person to “show some ID.” When the other individual ignored them...
Client was arrested for two counts of Battery against his ex girlfriend and her brother, but he only acted in self-defense. The problem was, it was two stories against one...
Veteran with PTSD – Case Resolved Quickly and Favorably
Case Number: 2025-MM-100225-A-A
Charges: Petit Theft
County: Orange
Our client, a military veteran with a history of PTSD and anxiety, came to us with a single prior charge that had already been dismissed. We worked swiftly to achieve...
Charges: Engaging in, committing, or offering prostitution – first violation.
County: Polk
After 3 attorneys and almost 2 years, Client came to us begging for help with her Prostitution (First Violation) charge in Polk County, FL. Sadly, she was a victim of...
Client was arrested for Soliciting for Prostitution. She was completely innocent but did not speak English so it was difficult to hire counsel and she did not qualify for the...
Domestic Violence Battery – Case Dismissed While on Felony Probation
Case Number: 05-2025-MM-036654-AXXX-BC
Charges: Battery (Domestic Violence)
County: Brevard
Client was on felony probation when she was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after a misunderstanding with her boyfriend. The alleged victim immediately contacted us to clarify that he never...
Animal Neglect Accusations – No Criminal Charges Filed
Case Number: 2025-MM-PENDING
Charges: Treat Animal in a Neglectful Manner
County: Orange
Our Client cared for a stray cat that had been injured by another animal and did her best to treat its wounds. When the cat’s condition did not improve after...
Felony Probation Violation – Prison Avoided and Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 2025MM002942A000LD
Charges: Resisting or obstructing a law enforcement officer without using violence.
County: Polk
Client was facing a serious felony probation violation and a very real risk of prison. After meeting him in jail, we acted immediately—reviewing the case, challenging the allegations, and negotiating...
Public Urination and Drug Possession – All Charges Dropped
Case Number: 2025-MO-400444-A-O
Charges: Possession of cocaine, Urinating in public
County: Orange
Our client was arrested for public urination after leaving a bar, and during the arrest, officers discovered a small amount of cocaine. The Attorney successfully had the felony drug charge...
Domestic Violence Battery – Case Dismissed in Two Weeks
Case Number: 2025-MM-404106-A-O
Charges: Battery (Domestic Violence)
County: Orange
Client, who had no prior record, was arrested in Orange County, Florida for Battery (Domestic Violence) following a family argument with his stepson that escalated into false criminal accusations. After...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, but within just a few days of being retained, Attorney took swift action and filed on the case. The State quickly dropped all...
Client was accused of petit theft after a misunderstanding at a Publix, where his co-worker claimed to have paid for their food but secretly walked out without doing so. Believing...
Former client arrested for DV battery and hired us, but we had to immediately withdraw due to ethical conflict and subsequent clash between client and staff.
Date Resolved: 6/23/2025
Former client arrested for DV battery and hired us, but we had to immediately withdraw due to ethical conflict and subsequent clash between client and staff.
Condition of release in MM25-123 DV battery case was "no contact" with victim. Client had contact with victim anyway because she contacted him to discuss the children. Client was arrested...
Accused of DV battery by pushing ex-girlfriend and pulling phone from her hand. Condition of release was "no contact" with victim. Client had contact with victim anyway because she contacted...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, but the State declined to prosecute and dismissed all charges. This outcome was crucial because Client needed a full dismissal to keep his...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after biting her husband in self-defense while he was choking her. Despite his written admission, police arrested her due to the bite marks....
Battery and Criminal Mischief Charges Dismissed After Attorney Exposes False Arrest
Case Number: 2025-MM-100076-A-A
County: Orange
Client was arrested after a confrontation in a Dollar Tree parking lot where another driver became aggressive, smashed the Clients’ car window, and physically attacked her. Despite clear evidence that...
On April 6, 2025, client (wife) accused of knocking phone from husband's hand (battery) and stopping him from calling police (interfere w/ 911 call) and then not exiting bathroom for...
The Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery. On May 14, the State orally announced a Nolle Prosequi in court (all charges dropped), resulting in all charges being dropped. This...
Client, a young veteran, was arrested for Resisting an Officer Without Violence. During discussions, he suffered a heart attack, and Attorney obtained his medical records to show the serious impact...
Client was arrested after a domestic dispute in which his wife was seen on video kicking and hitting him. When Client pushed her away in self-defense, both were arrested for...
Client was arrested more than three years after an alleged domestic incident in which his girlfriend encouraged him to slap her once, then later filed a complaint. Despite the delay,...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery and later re-arrested after missing a court date. Attorney explained to the State that Client suffers from early dementia, which caused him to...
The Client was charged with Petit Theft. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with a clean record.
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after an argument with his girlfriend, who never wanted him charged. Attorney worked with her to obtain and file a declination of prosecution,...
The Client was facing a felony and several misdemeanor charges across three cases. Through negotiations, the Attorney was able to convince the State to drop the felony and all but...
Violation of Injunction and Domestic Battery Case Dismissed
Case Number: 2025 101984 MMDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Violation of Injunction and Domestic Battery. As part of the plea agreement in another case, this case was dismissed in full. This result allowed the...
The Client was charged with Petit Theft involving $40. After being accepted into and successfully completing a Pre-Trial Intervention program, the case was dismissed. The Client maintained a clean record...
On September 30, 2025, the Client—who was on medication and going through a divorce—was accused of theft at Walmart after paying for some items but not others and allegedly removing...
On March 1, 2025 client and his wife were at a birthday party at "the Barn." Wife ordered to leave (trespassed) as she was drunk and obnoxious but she came...
On March 14, 2025, police responded to a 911 call from an anonymous neighbor reporting screaming next door. Officers arrived to find minor abrasions on the client’s arms and back...
Criminal Charge Reduced to Civil Infraction — Zoo Saved
Case Number: 2023-MM-008750-A-O
County: Orange
The Client owns an exotic animal zoo and was cited for one of her enclosures using the wrong size fencing. The Client immediately replaced the fencing on that enclosure, as...
The Client was charged with Petit Theft (1st Degree – $100 to Less Than $750). After the Client successfully completed the Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program, the State entered a Nolle...
Jail Avoided for Single Mother Facing Multiple Theft Charges
Case Number: 2024MM001992A
County: Seminole
The Client is a single mother who recently lost her husband. After this tragic loss, she began to struggle emotionally and made some poor decisions, which led to several petit...
The Client was charged with Battery – Touch or Strike. After the Client successfully completed the Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program, the State entered a Nolle Prosequi, and all charges were...
The Client faced two separate shoplifting cases—one involving tag switching and another for leaving a store with a baby carriage. Our attorney secured diversion in both matters, and after the...
On March 26, 2024, the Client was accused of shoplifting at Target by switching barcodes on items including baby clothing and a canopy swing. Surveillance and receipts indicated mismatched purchases....
The Client was charged with Battery. At the pre-trial stage (MDOC), the State dismissed the case, and all charges were dropped. The Client avoided prosecution and maintained a clean record.
The Client was charged with Possession of More Than 20 Grams of Marijuana. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and...
Client was arrested for stealing makeup from Target, a store known for aggressively prosecuting theft cases. Knowing she needed a dismissal without the risk of trial, we successfully negotiated entry...
Client was arrested for Loitering and Prowling after officers assumed wrongdoing when he was found in a closed business parking lot late at night. In reality, Client was simply disposing...
On January 7, 2024, the Client was downtown with a friend who was arrested for public urination. When the Client questioned officers, he was charged with Resisting Without Violence for...
Client was arrested for battering co-worker during a work altercation. Attorney Zahra Umansky was able to get Client into a diversion program that resulted in a full dismissal of the...
Client was arrested for road rage incident. It was alleged that Client exited his vehicle and climbed on top of other driver's hood and smashed their windshield with his foot....
The Client was charged with Retail Theft. All charges were dismissed quickly, smoothly, and efficiently. This outcome allowed the Client to focus on the future and career goals, with all...
In September of 2024, client discovered to have been stealing from his employer, 7-11, by clearing purchases and keeping money. Client confesses to police. Charged as misdemeanor. Cannot do diversion,...
Client was arrested for theft and initially entered a diversion program to earn a dismissal. After being removed from the program for noncompliance, we renegotiated the case so she could...
The Client was charged with Battery – Touch or Strike. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with...
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery, and a No Contact Order was immediately issued. Having previously trusted our firm after a past dismissal, Client turned to us again. Attorney...
On March 1, 2025, client’s husband called police claiming she attacked him. Officers observed a torn shirt, and client admitted to grabbing him. Their daughter gave a conflicting statement, saying...
On February 17, 2025, client had been drinking and became upset over unrelated issues. His wife alleged that he redirected his anger toward her by grabbing her hair from behind....
On April 27, 2024, the Client was arrested for Domestic Battery after a family dispute at his grandmother’s home. Although some evidence existed, the complaining witness—his mother—moved out of state,...
Battery Charge Dismissed After Attorney Files Stand-Your-Ground Motion
Case Number: 2024-MM-200569-A-W
County: Orange
Client was charged with battery more than a year after a dispute at the Winter Garden Fair, where his wife and the alleged victim both worked. The conflict began when...
Client and her sister were arrested for shoplifting small items and both faced criminal charges. We secured their entry into a diversion program, giving them the opportunity to earn a...
On June 5, 2024, the Client was stopped for illegal window tint, and officers found cannabis and ammunition in the vehicle—both violations of the Client’s release conditions in another matter....
The Client was arrested for an offense she had no knowledge of. Upon reviewing discovery, our office obtained video evidence showing the suspect was not the Client. After presenting this...
Client hired is for a Domestic Violence Battery case. His ex-girlfriend and her adult son were living rent free in his house. She fabricated a battery and claimed he stole...
On November 18, 2024, client shoplifted a bunch of circuit breakers from Lowes that her contractor had asked her to get, walking out without paying. Client caught and circuit breakers...
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE WRITTEN THREATS TO KILL OR DO BODILY INJURY FALSE IMPRISONMENT BATTERY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESISTING OFFICER OBSTRUCT WITHOUT VIOLENCE
Client's remodeling business entered into home renovation contract as a "contractor" (literally on the contract) but client didn't have contractor's license. Clear guilt, and over $90,000 in arguable restitution. Attorney...
All Charges Dismissed — Trespass on School Property and Obstructing an Officer
Case Number: 2024 118109 MMDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Trespass on School Property and Obstructing an Officer Without Violence. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal...
Client was charged with theft in Polk County. She woks at a bank and was facing being terminated from her place of employment due to the charge. I was able...
Client was arrested for a misdemeanor petit theft charge, so he was facing up to a year in jail. I got client into a diversionary program where after he successfully...
The Client was charged with Driving While License Canceled, Suspended, or Revoked. The Attorney was able to get the Client accepted into the GLAD program, and after obtaining a valid...
Defendant has brain damage and mental health condition from a car accident years ago and refuses to take medications. Defendant arrested for stalking a girl he knew in high school,...
Case Dismissed after I reached out to the prosecutor to request a dismissal based on the charges and the request to modify the NCO. The prosecutor dismissed the charges prematurely...
The Client was charged with Domestic Battery. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with a clean record.
Client was arrested for Domestic Violence Battery after a brief argument with his new wife downtown. When Client grabbed and kissed her as she walked away, an officer intervened and...
Leaving the Scene and No Insurance Charges Fully Dismissed
Case Number: 2024-CT-201549-A-W
County: Orange
The Client was accused of leaving the scene of an accident after a golf cart backed into her vehicle near her driveway and was also cited for having no insurance....
Client was dating victim's step-daughter, and her mother was trying to "keep them apart." Daughter told parents he was controlling and abusive. (yes controlling, but no abuse). Client went and...
Aggravated Battery and Armed Burglary Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2024 CF 002951
County: Osceola
The Client was accused of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon and Armed Burglary of a Dwelling—serious charges carrying a potential life sentence. Despite the severity of the allegations, all...
Client was charged with causing property damage after slashing another man’s tires during an argument. Recognizing it as a momentary lapse in judgment, Client wanted a second chance to make...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery. Attorney prepared to set the case for trial after the Prosecutor was unable to make contact with the alleged victim and no supporting...
Client hired us on the case after his bond was revoked for picking up a new case. He wanted to resolve both cases as soon as possible with no additional...
Client hired us on the case after his bond was revoked for picking up a new case. He wanted to resolve both cases as soon as possible with no additional...
The Client was charged with Domestic Battery. After speaking with both the Client and the alleged victim, it became clear that the incident did not occur as described in the...
The Client was charged with Assault. After negotiations, all charges were dismissed. This result allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with a clean record.
Client resolved the case by pleading to Petit Theft and received credit for time served along with court costs only. This efficient resolution allowed Client to close the case quickly...
I was able to get the case dismissed as I filed a stand your ground motion and we had a self defense argument. The prosecutor subsequently dismissed the case.
All charges against our client were dismissed. Our team presented clear verification showing that the client was using the temporary tag legally and in full compliance with the law. This...
The Client entered a plea as charged to Solicitation. The Court imposed a Withhold of Adjudication, 12 months of probation, 100 hours of community service, HIV/STD testing, completion of a...
On October 5, 2024, our client was leaving Disney while pushing a stroller when a woman suddenly shoved the stroller, causing the client’s baby to hit his head on the...
I got client's case dismissed by having the victim go to the SAO's office to do a victim waiver and course. I also reached out to the prosecutor to secure...
The Client was charged with Trespass. After successfully completing a diversion program, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed the Client to avoid a criminal conviction and move forward with...
Client was charged with shoplifting, but Attorney Zahra Umansky immediately intervened and secured entry into a diversion program. After successful completion, the program resulted in a full dismissal of the...
Client was charged with theft alongside a co-defendant after an alleged shoplifting incident. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully negotiated for both Clients to enter a diversion program. Upon completion, all theft...
Client accused of shoplifting at WalMart by deliberately not scanning all items at WalMart on her lunch break when buying items for personal use. Attorney got client into diversion which...
On December 9, 2023, officers respond to residence where wife says they were arguing about infidelity, and client slapped a wine class out of her hand. Charged DV battery by...
Domestic Violence Battery Charge Dismissed After Attorney Filed Stand-Your-Ground Motion
Case Number: 2023-MM-006116
County: Polk
Client was arrested for domestic violence battery after defending himself when his wife attacked him, causing her to hit the wall as he pushed her away. Although the wife signed...
Client was arrested for dating violence after an argument with his girlfriend escalated when she took his phone and tried to keep him from entering the bedroom. When she attempted...
Client was arrested for driving while license suspended after a miscommunication between GEICO and the DMV. Although Client had already renewed his insurance, the suspension took effect before the update...
Client was homeless but had been allowed to live with victim, as they had a relationship. Client then became controlling and didn't want to leave when told to do so....
Client was arrested for allegedly openly carrying a firearm. Attorney Zahra Umansky immediately contacted the intake prosecutor and presented strong mitigating evidence proving the Client’s innocence. After reviewing the information,...
Domestic Violence Battery Reduced to Disorderly Conduct
Case Number: 2023 105380 MMDL
County: Volusia
Attorney negotiated an amendment of the Client’s Domestic Violence Battery charge to the lesser offense of Disorderly Conduct, allowing the Client to avoid a battery conviction. The Client accepted probation,...
The Client was arrested for Aggravated Battery and later violated pretrial release by returning home without law enforcement, mistakenly believing she could go back with her parents despite no such...
The Client was arrested in Polk County for allegedly selling alcohol to a person under 21 after being accused of “not checking the ID on the computer,” even though she...
The Client was charged with criminal mischief after an altercation at a grocery store allegedly led to damage to the victim’s car. Before hiring our firm, the Client had been...
The Client was arrested for Resisting an Officer Without Violence and Fraud. Attorney Zahra Umansky secured the Client’s entry into a pretrial diversion program, and after the Client successfully completed...
The Client was charged with Battery after defending herself during an altercation with a Dollar General employee who struck her first. When the Client attempted to report the incident and...
On November 2, 2022, client was at Winn Dixie and ordered to leave by manager for "bothering customers." Client goes outside and is in the parking lot. Police give him...
Client was charged with theft for not scanning items at a self-checkout line. Attorney Zahra Umansky got Client into a pretrial diversion program that resulted in a full dismissal of...
Client pled No Contest to Possession of Paraphernalia and received a Withhold of Adjudication, along with standard court costs. The Possession of Cannabis charge was dropped. Client avoided a driver’s...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery. After we spoke with the alleged victim, he contacted the prosecutor and said he did not want to move forward. The prosecutor dismissed...
On the day of trial, the State amended the Client’s charge to Disorderly Conduct. The Client received a Withhold of Adjudication, six months of probation, and a no-contact order with...
The Client was accused of failing to bury a deceased cat, even though the animal did not belong to him and he buried it immediately after law enforcement told him...
The Client’s license was suspended for unpaid toll infractions in Orange County, and Attorney helped him set up a payment plan that immediately lifted the suspension. The Client then reinstated...
The Client was charged with Felony Battery. Attorney successfully secured a full dismissal of all charges, allowing the Client to avoid a felony conviction and keep a clean record.
The State accused the Client of violating pretrial release and an injunction by contacting the victim, even though communication “regarding or about the children” was specifically allowed. The Client’s text...
The Client was out on release in another case with a strict no-contact order involving her husband. On October 12, 2023, while waiting for police to supervise the retrieval of...
The Client was arrested for Domestic Battery even though she was the one being strangled by her boyfriend. Because she was intoxicated and he had superficial defensive wounds, officers mistakenly...
On July 24, 2023, client's girlfriend (with whom she had been living) intercepted client as client was loading the car and began to grab items from the car and truck....
Client was falsely accused of a battery by his ex-girlfriend. Client sent me the conflicting text messages, voicemails, and emails from the ex-girlfriend showing she was lying and trying to...
Client was falsely accused of a battery by his ex-girlfriend. Client sent me the conflicting text messages, voicemails, and emails from the ex-girlfriend showing she was lying and trying to...
"Client was charged with domestic violence battery when he was defending himself against his sister who threw an object at him. The sister signed a declination of prosecution and I...
Client was a complete mess over this petit theft charge. He needed it dismissed as quickly as possible because he has a real estate license and they were already asking...
Client had been put on probation for violating a DV injunction by going by the house of the victim to complain that his ex-wife had illegally listed it for sale...
Client entered a plea as charged. He was very apologetic and wanted to get this case over as quickly as he could so he could start rebuilding his relationship with...
Client living with the father of their child. On September 18, 2023, client had been drinking and went through boyfriend's phone and saw him talking to other women and hit...
Client arrested for domestic violence battery on wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky provided affidavit to State from the wife stating that she did not wish for a client to be prosecuted....
Client who is veteran accused of making false statement under oath. Client has no prior criminal history and prosecutors were asking for adjudication of guilt and probation. After successful litigation...
Driving While License Suspended – Charges Dismissed
Case Number: 2023 306583 MMDB
County: Volusia
The Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended and had a prior criminal record, which typically makes diversion unlikely. After the Client quickly reinstated her driver’s license, the State...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery – Touch. The State entered a nolle prosequi and dropped the case, giving Client a clean and favorable outcome.
Client was charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon (Misdemeanor). After completing diversion, the case was dismissed, giving Client a clean and favorable outcome.
Client was stopped at the airport for bringing his firearm through security. Attorney Zahra Umansky negotiated with the prosecutor, who agreed to dismiss the case once Client completed a firearm...
Client inadvertently brought a loaded firearm to airport. Client was charged with crime as well as ordered to pay a hefty TSA fine. Attorney Zahra Umansky tried to get prosecutor...
Client was arrested for domestic violence battery against her husband. He did not want to prosecute but the judge issued a no contact order anyway. Client had to go stay...
Client was visiting Florida with her family. Client allegedly got drunk and belligerent at her hotel. Then she refused to leave when asked to. Client then allegedly fought 3 police...
Client was charged with Domestic Violence Battery after his girlfriend claimed he attacked her for flushing his cocaine. In reality, Client flushed her cocaine, and she became enraged and attacked...
Client had recently separated from her long-term boyfriend of nine years, although they were still living together in the home they jointly owned. An argument began over what would happen...
Client living with girlfriend. On February 8, 2023, it's his day off, he went to get his car fixed and saw some friends. She got angry when he got home...
Client and her ex-boyfriend were together with their daughter when he said he planned to have the child blessed by a voodoo priestess. Client objected and told him to give...
Client was vacationing with family in Florida when he was arrested for domestic violence battery on his wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky submitted affidavit from alleged victim stating that she did...
Client was vacationing with family in Florida when he was arrested for domestic violence battery on his wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky submitted affidavit from alleged victim stating that she did...
Case Number: 2022-311429-MMDB, County: Volusia, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On November 23, 2022, someone (falsely) reported client was driving recklessly. Police spotted client and determined he had no valid...
Case Number: 2022-311429-MMDB, County: Volusia, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On November 23, 2022, someone (falsely) reported client was driving recklessly. Police spotted client and determined he had no valid...
Case Number: 2023-MM-000419-A-O-BA, County: Orange, Charges: DV Battery, Date resolved: February 2023, Outcomes: On January 18, 2023, client had an argument with her husband and supposedly scratched his chest. Client...
, County: Lake, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was a prison volunteer at Lake Correctional and would send emails (via JPay, which is "authorized" for anyone EXCEPT a volunteer)....
On December 26, 2022, client was living with his long-term girlfriend of 8 years. They got into an argument and the client demanded to see records of her calls. He...
ON 1/8/22, CLIENT PUNCHED SON IN THE FACE CAUSING A “POTENTIALLY BROKEN NOSE.” SON SAID HIS FATHER WAS DRUNK, AND THEY ARGUED OVER SON’S DISRESPECT. SON DECLINED PROSECUTION, BUT STATE...
Case Number: 2022-MM-008530-A-O, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: On December 20, 2022, client trespassed at "Residence Inn Orlando" after a guest complained of the noise and client came...
Case Number: 2021-MM-006706-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Criminal Mischief, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was charged with intentionally damaging property of former employer. Attorney Zahra Umansky got Client into a...
Case Number: 2022MM009036A000BA, County: Polk, Charge: Battery Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client was dating girlfriend, who'd flown in to Florida to help him move into his new house. On...
Client was alligator fishing with a friend using his permit. The friend did not tell the client that the permit was not for the lake they were fishing in. Was...
Case Number: 2021-MM-007452-A000-BA, County:Polk , Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client arrested for Domestic violence Battery. Attorney Rachel Mattie got case dismissed. Then, Attorney Zahra Umansky got Client's record expunged....
Case was set for trial after the prosecutor stopped negotiations. On the day of trial, we were able to resolve the case to a withhold of adjudication and costs. Client...
On November 23, 2022, Client dropped off his son with his ex-wife, and an argument arose over her dishonesty about a recent parenting event. She pushed Client, and he briefly...
Client was visiting Disney with his wife & stepdaughter. Client was arrested for allegedly battering his wife. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got the prosecutor to dismiss the criminal charges. The...
Client was charged with resisting without violence along with her DUI. We worked out a deal where her DUI would be sent to diversion and the resisting would be dropped...
Date Resolved: 10/9/2022
OUTCOME: 1 DISMISSED, OTHER IN PROCESS OF BEING DROPPED
Client was arrested for DV Battery. Victim is her husband. He did not want to prosecute. We had the husband fill out a declination of prosecution and the State agreed...
Client was charged with criminal mischief. We told the state there were no damages and the victim was exaggerating the truth. Upon looking into this issue, the State agreed and...
Client arguably didn't commit a traffic infraction, but he pulled into the pumps and was stumbling and staggering, creating probable cause for DUI and justifying stop. State didn't want to...
Case Number: 2022-MM-004361-A-O, County: Orange, Charges: Misdemeanor; Battery, Outcomes: On 6/29/22, the alleged victim (wife) was lecturing her husband about wanting a divorce while standing in a doorway to the...
Case Number: 2022-MM-001036-B-O, County: Orange, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: On July 20, 2022, the alleged victims approached our clients for "cutting in line" for the Disney bus. The victims pushed our...
Case Number: 2022-MM-014395-AXXX-XX, County: Brevard, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: On 2/5/22, our client and his wife argued after his wife dumped multiple beers on his head. Our client went to the...
Client shoplifted from Publix in Clermont; already had a pending felony case for theft and drug possession at the time, to which attorney had gotten client probation. On this case...
Case Number: 2021 MM 002000, County: Osceola, Charges: Misdemeanor, Outcomes: Our client was accused of punching the complainant when the complainant refused to leave an establishment after being told by...
Client was originally arrested on Felony charges. Case was then taken down to a MM because the statute would not support a CF charge and on a MM battery, The...
Client allegedly grabbed on three Hooter's waitresses, was kicked out of the bar, and then went to sit in his running vehicle and was found there when cops arrived. Client...
Client was in downtown Orlando with Girlfriend when an alleged altercation happened with a bar security officer. Client was arrested and charged with numerous charges (Battery, Assault, and Trespass on...
Client accused of domestic battery and criminal mischief, facing potential year and sixty days in jail as well as probation. After investigating case, all charges were dismissed.
Client was accused of stealing from Walmart. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully got Client into the pretrial diversion (PTD) program which subsequently resulted in full dismissal of charges against Client!
Client was arrested for domestic violence Battery against his wife who was the alleged victim. Client was not permitted by the Court to have any contact with his wife after...
Client was in the middle of a difficult divorce when his wife accused him of Domestic Violence Battery during a child drop-off. She tried to search his car for her...
Client was charged with Trespassing, Criminal Mischief, and Resisting an Officer without Violence. After completing discovery and negotiations with the State, I was able to convince the State to dismiss...
Client charged with Petit Theft and case was referred to the Pretrial Diversion (PTD) program. However, Client was rejected from PTD for allegedly getting arrested for another theft while in...
Resolved the case with a unnegotiated plea to the Judge. The State's offer was a year in the county jail consecutive to any sentence in the client's other pending case....
Client was arrested for shoplifting from Walmart. Attorney Zahra Umansky negotiated Client’s entry into a diversion program, allowing Client to avoid prosecution. After successfully completing the program, the State dismissed...
Domestic Battery Charge Dismissed (No Information Filed)
Case Number: 2021-310930-MMDB
County: Volusia
Client was accused of domestic battery against her adult son. After reviewing Client’s evidence and ensuring the Prosecutor received all supporting information, Attorney demonstrated that the facts did not justify...
DUI, DWLS, and Probation Violation — No Jail & Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 2020-CT-004163-A-O
County: Orange
Client on probation for DUI, violated with a new DWLS charge. Worked out agreement to reinstate probation with a warning (Client never taken into custody, no jail time on VOP)....
No information notice filed. Defense had moved to modify release to allow client to go home, Judge was being difficult granting the modification, so the State dismissed the charges.
State filed a "No Information." Client never did anything; alleged victim was a friend and reversed who punched whom. Suspected State would dismiss since alleged victim's story made no sense...
Client was arrested after an incident that raised concerns for the State. Attorney advised Client to complete an anger management class early in the process, and Client immediately complied. After...
Driving While License Suspended — Charge Dismissed
Case Number: 2020CT001882A
County: Seminole
Client was charged with Driving While License Suspended. Attorney negotiated a resolution in Client’s other case that allowed the State to dismiss this DWLS charge (nolle prosequi) entirely. Client avoided...
Policy Limits Settlement After Disputed Rear-End Collision
The at-fault driver stopped suddenly and without reason, causing a chain-reaction crash in which Client rear-ended her vehicle and was then struck from behind. The insurance carrier initially denied all...
Client was shopping for sneakers when she slipped and fell on a poster that store employees had carelessly left on the floor. The store’s insurance company initially denied responsibility and...
Full Policy Limits Recovered After Head-On Collision
Client was struck head-on and sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and a serious shoulder injury. The insurance carrier initially offered only $75,000, attempting to undervalue the claim. After filing...
Client was stopped for traffic when the driver behind her failed to slow down and violently struck her vehicle. Both cars were totaled, and Client sustained serious injuries, including a...
Client was stopped at a red light when another driver failed to slow down and violently struck the rear of her vehicle. The insurance company initially offered only $11,671, attempting...
Client was rear-ended while at a complete stop at an intersection, suffering neck and lower back injuries that led to a surgical recommendation. The underinsured motorist carrier initially offered only...
Client was rear-ended and required shoulder surgery due to injuries from the collision. Because of a history of minor shoulder pain over ten years earlier, the insurance company denied the...
Client was rear-ended and suffered complications that required removal of a previously implanted pain stimulator. The insurance carrier, Progressive, initially offered $40,000, insisting the surgery was unrelated to the crash....
Semi-Truck Forced Vehicle Off Road – $200,000 Settlement
Client was traveling on the highway when a semi-truck merged into his lane from the shoulder. To avoid a collision, Client swerved, lost control, and flipped his vehicle into a...
Client was staying at a hotel on International Drive when he attempted to enter the pool using the ladder and discovered the top rung was broken. He fell through the...
Bicyclist Struck in Intersection – Policy Limits Settlement
Client was riding her bicycle through an intersection when a driver struck her, running over her ankle and causing a fracture. Despite the severity of the injury, the insurance carriers...
Client was rear-ended by a distracted driver, suffering serious lower-back and left-shoulder injuries that required therapy, pain management, and ultimately shoulder surgery. The at-fault driver carried only minimal coverage, and...
Client was involved in a moderate rear-end collision and sustained lower back injuries requiring pain management treatment. The insurance carrier initially offered only $21,000, undervaluing Client’s claim. After extensive litigation,...
Client was struck in a severe T-bone collision after another driver ran a stop sign. He sustained soft-tissue injuries to his neck and back and a ligament injury to his...
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle – Full Policy and Personal Contribution Recovery
Client was a pedestrian struck by a vehicle, suffering serious injuries that required extended hospitalization. The at-fault driver was underinsured for the extent of Client’s injuries, but we secured the...
Trip and Fall on Raised Sidewalk – $350,000 Settlement
Client tripped and fell on a raised section of sidewalk located on a hotel property in New Smyrna Beach, suffering a shoulder injury that required surgery. The hotel initially denied...
Client was involved in a three-car pileup. Despite multiple claimants competing for limited insurance coverage, we successfully proved the extent of Client’s injuries and liability of the at-fault driver. As...
Client was injured in a rear-end collision, and the insurance carrier initially offered $20,000 to settle the claim. After filing suit and demonstrating the full extent of Client’s injuries and...
Client was involved in a hit and run incident. While the police failed to press charges, we were able to get our client justice and obtain the policy limits from...
Felony Grand Theft Reduced and Record Sealed — Client Gets a Fresh Start
Case Number: 2018 CF 004481
County: Osceola
Client was arrested for felony employee grand theft. Attorney Zahra Umansky successfully negotiated a plea that reduced the charge to a misdemeanor theft with probation and no conviction. Although Client...
DUI – Reduced to Reckless Driving and Record Sealed
Case Number: 2023CT000620A
County: Seminole
Client was arrested for DUI, but we negotiated a reduction to reckless driving, which does not require a mandatory conviction like a DUI does. Because DUI convictions cannot be sealed,...
Battery at Universal Studios – No Jail, No Conviction, Record Sealed
Case Number: 2023-MM-004081-A-O
County: Orange
Client was on vacation at Universal Studios when he was arrested for a battery on another guest. The prosecutor wanted 90 days jail. We negotiated a plea with the Court...
Client accused of exposure of sexual organs and facing one year in jail and criminal history. Successfully negotiated a resolution of probation with a withhold of adjudication and possibility of...
Client was accused of two counts of lewd of lascivious molestation punishable by 25 years min/man up to life on each count and two counts of lewd exhibition punishable by...
Client accused of sexual battery and lewd or lascivious molestation. Prior to trial prosecutor offered probation to lesser offense with community supervision. Client rejected offer and proceeded to trial, after...
Client accused of molesting his minor daughter. From the outset client maintained his innocence, defense investigated case early and obtained recorded recantations of the complainant(s) and sent to ASA asking...
Client accused of attempted sexual battery and battery. Facing minimum of prison of two years up to possible six years, after negotiations with prosecutor was able to resolve case with...
Client accused of six counts of lewd or lascivious molestation and sexual battery. Facing a possible sentence of over 100 years, after litigation was able to resolve case with a...
Client was accused of three counts of sexual activity with a minor and child abuse. Facing a potential sentence of fifty years in the department of corrections and registration as...
Date Resolved: 4/4/2023
Outcome: three Sexual Activity w/Minor charges Dismissed, one Child Abuse charge Withhold of Adjudication
Client charged with lewd or lascivious molestation facing minimum 25 years in prison up to life in prison as charged. Successfully negotiated resolution that resulted in 3 years doc followed...
Client on probation for Cannabis over 20 grams. On July 10, 2025 client violated probation by driving without a license (Driving While License Suspended) and confessed, violating probation. Attorney set...
Probation Violation – Client Reinstated and Returned Home
Case Number: 2024 CT 003392
Charges: DUI > 0.15 (VOP)
County: Osceola
Our client returned to us after a probation violation in July 2025, following a plea we originally negotiated in November 2024. He was concerned about losing his job and supporting...
Felony Violation of Probation – Prison Avoided and Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 35-2024-CF-000687-AXXX-01
Charges: Violation of Probation Video Voyeurism
County: Lake
Client was arrested on a felony violation of probation for Video Voyeurism, along with new charges for Possession of Methamphetamine and Paraphernalia. His family had been told by three other...
Charges: 1. Attempted Second Degree Murder (With A Firearm) 2. Aggravated Battery with a Firearm 3. Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felony
County: Orange
Client had already served four years in prison and completed one year of probation when a new arrest triggered a violation as a Violent Felony Offender of Special Concern. We...
VOP on DUI (substitution of counsel for sentencing)
Case Number: 2019-CT-001253-A-E
County: Orange
Client on probation for DUI actual physical control (parked car) and accused by alcoholic mother of attacking mother with a knife in client's own house and prying at door where...
Client faced a violation of probation (VOP) after being charged with possession of cocaine. Following our intervention and advocacy, the VOP was dismissed, and Client was reinstated to probation, allowing...
VOP AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ON PERSON OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE WITH A DEADLY WEAPON AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON
Case Number: 35-2023-CF-002029-AXXX-XX
County: Lake
Client went to the dump and they wouldn't accept his "construction trash" so instead of taking it to the correct dump site, decided to abandon it on someone's property and...
When client was 16 (now age 22) client did an armed robbery (money) and carjacking (took the car). Client got 3 years prison followed by probation. After prison, client violated...
POSSESS CANNABIS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER UNLAWFUL USE OF TWO WAY COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE TO FACILITATE POSS OF CONVEYANCE FOR TRAFFICKING CONTROLLED SUBS POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
Charges: VOP Larceny – other theft Resisting an officer without violence
County: Seminole
Client had only been on probation for a month when a violation warrant was issued. She hired us 6 weeks later, and our team spoke for the first time on...
Probation Violation Dismissed and Client Reinstated
Case Number: 2024CT002352A
County: Seminole
The Client was accused of violating probation after being charged with a new traffic offense. After presenting mitigation and working with the Assistant State Attorney, the State agreed to dismiss...
Client had DUI in Sept. 2014 to which she pled 9-15-15 in 2015 to DUI minimums. Client could not complete classes due to financial problems (became homeless) and never did...
VOP POSSESS OF PSILOCYBI USE OR POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA RESIST/OBSTR OFFICER W/OUT VIOLENCE TAMPER/FABRICATE W PHYSICAL EVIDENCE DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)
TAMPERING WITH A WITNESS TO HINDER COMMUNICATION TO A LAW ENFORCMENT OFFICER 2. CULPABLE NEGLIGENCE WITH PERSONAL INJURY 3. BATTERY (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE)
Case Number: 2022-CF-004776-A-O
County: Orange
Client on probation for tampering and DV battery. Violated because he hasn't finished BIP and can't finish before probation runs; client is in the program and simply needs 3 months...
Client (with history) on probation for (reduced) charge of "Burglary of a Structure in which he pushed into a neighbor's house to confront his wife (now divorced). Client violated with...
The Client faced a Violation of Probation, but Attorney persuaded the court to reinstate the Client on the original terms and conditions with no added penalties. This outcome allowed the...
Client had a DUI property damage and violated probation by driving on a revoked license. Son hired, but client decided she didn't want our representation after all.
Client was on five years probation for grand theft (owed $32,000) and 100 hours community service. Five years later, client never had paid any restitution and bought out the hours...
Client on probation for second degree felony accused of committing new law battery domestic violence. ASA refused to offer anything but prison, battery case was set for trial and before...
Client had received payments for public assistance that the State retroactively decided she shouldn't have received and client was put on probation for 5 years to make repayments. Client accused...
Case Number: 2021-CF-007157-A-O, County: Orange, Date resolved: January 2023, Outcomes: Client on probation for stalking ex-girlfriend and has a "dating" injunction to not go to her home or work. Shortly...
Motion to Dismiss granted. The client was facing a violation of probation for a charge from the 1980's. I was able to successfully argue that the client's probation had expired...
VOP dismissed! Client hired me when he was arrested on a Violation of Probation. Client was on probation for Robbery with a firearm and was accused of a new crime....
Client on community control for robbery, sudden snatching (F3). 3rd violation (prior violations are why client is on community control) for + drug tests, not being where he's supposed to...
Client was on probation for Attempted Arson of a Dwelling from 2013 (did four years prison, followed by probation). Attorney successfully dismissed a prior VOP using stand-your-ground, and the public...
Client on probation for first degree felony and was violated because person that gave him a ride to probation was pulled over for tag infraction and subsequent search of vehicle...
Client on probation for Dealing in Stolen Property for pawning a TV someone else stole (not clear she knew it was stolen) Client violated by missing appointments when her ride...
DUI, DWLS, and Probation Violation — No Jail & Probation Reinstated
Case Number: 2020-CT-004163-A-O
County: Orange
Client on probation for DUI, violated with a new DWLS charge. Worked out agreement to reinstate probation with a warning (Client never taken into custody, no jail time on VOP)....
Client was facing a Violation of Probation. After Attorney presented the necessary information and negotiations, the Court dismissed the VOP and terminated Client’s probation. Client avoided jail and was able...
