Who We Are

James Kontos is a criminal defense lawyer who founded his firm in 1995. The firm focuses exclusively on criminal defense or criminal-related charges. While most of the office’s cases involve charges in Brevard or Orange County, Florida, Mr. Kontos has also handled cases in Virginia, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and throughout the State of Florida.

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James Kontos is a seasoned Florida criminal defense attorney with extensive trial experience in both state and federal courts, representing clients throughout Brevard County and the Space Coast. Based in Rockledge, the Kontos Law Office provides direct, hands-on criminal defense representation for individuals facing serious charges in Melbourne, Cocoa, Titusville, Palm Bay, Merritt Island, and surrounding communities. With nearly 30 years of experience navigating Florida’s criminal justice system and the federal courts of the Middle District of Florida, James Kontos understands the procedural and strategic demands of high-stakes criminal cases.

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Unlike large firms where cases are routinely delegated, James Kontos personally handles every case from initial consultation through resolution, whether by dismissal, negotiated outcome, or trial verdict. Clients are never passed off to inexperienced associates and receive individualized representation grounded in decades of courtroom litigation experience. Working alongside his legal team, James Kontos ensures that clients fully understand the charges they face, the potential penalties under Florida and federal law, and the defense strategies available at each stage of the case. The Kontos Law Office is committed to thorough preparation, aggressive advocacy, and protecting the rights of the accused across Brevard County and throughout Florida.