# Gonzalez & Associates, PLLC > Gonzalez & Associates, PLLC is a West Palm Beach, Florida law firm serving clients throughout Palm Beach County and South Florida. The firm provides criminal defense, DUI defense, drug-crime defense, domestic violence defense, gun-charge defense, asset seizure and forfeiture representation, and family-law services. Founding attorney Orlando Gonzalez is a former West Palm Beach police officer and narcotics detective and represents clients in both English and Spanish. ## Business Information - Business name: Gonzalez & Associates, PLLC - Website: https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/ - Founding attorney: Orlando Gonzalez - Phone: +1-561-500-4529 - Vanity phone: 561-500-GLAW - Address: 1615 Forum Pl #200, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 - Consultation: Free initial consultation - Languages: English and Spanish - Primary service area: West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, and South Florida - Nearby communities served include Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, and surrounding communities ## Primary Pages - [Home](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/): Overview of Gonzalez & Associates, PLLC, attorney Orlando Gonzalez, criminal defense, family law, asset forfeiture, testimonials, and consultation options. - [About](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/about/): Information about the firm, its approach, attorney experience, criminal defense, family law, and client service. - [Orlando Gonzalez](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/attorney/gonzalez-orlando/): Professional profile, education, bar admissions, law-enforcement background, and experience of attorney Orlando Gonzalez. - [Criminal Defense](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/): Defense representation for Florida misdemeanor and felony criminal charges. - [Family Law](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/): Representation involving divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, paternity, relocation, and related Florida family-law matters. - [Testimonials](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/testimonials/): Client feedback and reviews. - [Blog](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/blog/): Articles about Florida criminal defense, family law, and related legal topics. - [Contact](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/contact/): Office location, phone number, consultation request form, and contact information. - [West Palm Beach Law Office](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/west-palm-beach-law-office/): West Palm Beach office information and local service details. - [Español](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/): Spanish-language legal information and resources. ## Criminal Defense Gonzalez & Associates, PLLC defends clients against misdemeanor and felony charges in Florida. The firm evaluates the prosecution's evidence, police conduct, constitutional issues, witness testimony, forensic evidence, and other case-specific facts when developing a defense strategy. - [Criminal Defense](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/) - [Drug Charges](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/drug-charges/) - [Asset Seizure / Forfeiture](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/asset-seizure/) - [Domestic Violence](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/domestic-violence/) - [DUI Defense](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/dui/) - [Criminal Defense FAQ](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/criminal-defense-faq/) - [Gun Charges](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/gun-charges/) Criminal matters handled by the firm include: - Drug possession, distribution, manufacturing, and trafficking - DUI and impaired driving - Domestic violence allegations - Firearm and weapons charges - Asset seizure and civil forfeiture - Violent crimes - Serious felony offenses - Misdemeanor offenses - Florida and federal criminal matters ## DUI Defense - [West Palm Beach DUI Defense](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/dui/) The firm represents drivers accused of DUI in Florida and evaluates issues such as the legality of the traffic stop, field sobriety testing, breath-testing equipment, blood-test handling, arrest procedures, and constitutional violations. DUI cases may involve driver's-license consequences, misdemeanor charges, felony charges, property damage, serious bodily injury, or DUI manslaughter. ## Drug Crime Defense - [West Palm Beach Drug Charges](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/drug-charges/) The firm defends cases involving simple possession, possession with intent to sell or distribute, trafficking, manufacturing or cultivation, prescription fraud, and drug paraphernalia. ## Asset Seizure and Forfeiture - [Asset Seizure / Forfeiture](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/asset-seizure/) Gonzalez & Associates represents clients in Florida civil asset forfeiture proceedings involving seized money, vehicles, real property, and other assets. Orlando Gonzalez's prior law-enforcement and narcotics-investigation experience informs the firm's approach to forfeiture cases. ## Family Law - [Family Law](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/) - [Divorce](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/divorce/) - [Paternity](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/paternity/) - [Alimony](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/alimony/) - [Child Custody](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/child-custody/) - [Child Support](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/family-law/child-support/) Family-law representation may include: - Divorce - Equitable distribution of marital property - Child custody and time-sharing - Child support - Alimony - Paternity - Relocation - Post-judgment modifications - Restraining orders and abuse-related matters - Visitation and parental-rights disputes ## Attorney ### Orlando Gonzalez - [Attorney Profile](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/attorney/gonzalez-orlando/) - Florida attorney admitted in 1996 - Admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida - Graduate of Stetson University College of Law - Former West Palm Beach Police Department patrol officer and detective - Former detective in the Special Investigations Unit / Narcotics - Trial experience includes criminal and family-law cases - Represents clients in Florida courts and federal court in the Southern District of Florida - Speaks English and Spanish Professional associations listed on the attorney profile include: - Palm Beach County Bar Association - Florida Bar Association - Criminal Defense Lawyers of Florida - Palm Beach County Hispanic Bar Association ## Spanish-Language Resources Gonzalez & Associates provides Spanish-language information for clients throughout South Florida. - [Español](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/) - [Orlando Gonzalez - Español](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/sr-gonzalez/) - [Defensa Criminal](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/defensa-criminal/) - [Cargos por Drogas](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/cargos-por-drogas/) - [DUI - Español](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/dui-espanol/) - [Cargos de Violencia Doméstica](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/cargos-de-violencia-domestica/) - [Cargos de Armas](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/cargos-de-armas/) - [Incautación de Activos / Decomiso](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/incautacion-de-activos-decomiso/) - [Divorcio](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/divorcio/) - [Contáctenos](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/espanol/contactenos/) ## Service Area The firm is based in West Palm Beach and serves clients in Palm Beach County and throughout South Florida, including: - West Palm Beach - Boca Raton - Delray Beach - Boynton Beach - Lake Worth - Palm Beach County - Surrounding South Florida communities ## Firm Approach Gonzalez & Associates emphasizes direct attorney communication, personalized legal strategies, courtroom experience, and practical guidance. Clients work directly with Orlando Gonzalez rather than being passed to junior staff. His prior law-enforcement experience provides insight into how police investigations and criminal cases are developed. ## Frequently Asked Criminal Defense Questions - [Criminal Defense FAQ](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/criminal-defense/criminal-defense-faq/) The FAQ addresses common issues such as speaking with police after an arrest or detention, the right to remain silent, criminal investigations, and the importance of obtaining legal counsel. ## Contact For legal questions or to schedule a free consultation: - Phone: +1-561-500-4529 - Vanity phone: 561-500-GLAW - Address: 1615 Forum Pl #200, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 - [Contact Gonzalez & Associates](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/contact/) ## Important Legal Notice Website information is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Users seeking advice about a specific legal matter should contact a qualified attorney. Contacting the firm does not by itself establish an attorney-client relationship. ## Optional - [Disclaimer](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/disclaimer/) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/privacy-policy/) - [Accessibility Statement](https://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyer.com/accessibility-statement/)