Roderman & Johnston LLC — Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorneys
Your Future Deserves
A Serious Defense.
When criminal charges threaten your freedom, reputation, and future, experience matters. Roderman & Johnston provides strategic criminal defense representation throughout Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and South Florida.
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Experience on Both Sides
of the Courtroom.
A criminal charge is not a conviction. The police don't get the final word — and neither does the prosecution. Roderman & Johnston has spent decades building the kind of courtroom experience that changes outcomes.
Serving Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and all of South Florida, our attorneys bring strategic defense and deep institutional knowledge to every case — from first appearance through trial.
- Former Assistant State Attorney — prosecutorial experience from the inside
- Former Municipal Court Judge — perspective on both sides of the bench
- Over 50 combined years of criminal justice experience
- AV Preeminent rated — the highest peer recognition available
Roderman & Johnston LLC — Fort Lauderdale
Experience Counts. Results Matter.
Serious Charges.
Strategic Defense.
When your freedom, reputation, and future are at stake, experience matters. Roderman & Johnston provides strategic criminal defense throughout Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and South Florida.
View All Practice AreasDomestic Violence
Charges move fast. We act immediately to protect your rights, challenge injunctions, and build your defense.
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We challenge every element of a DUI stop — the traffic stop, field sobriety tests, and chemical test results.
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From simple possession to federal trafficking, we challenge unlawful searches and prosecutorial overreach at every stage.
Learn MoreFelony & Misdemeanor Defense
Focused representation for criminal charges ranging from first offenses to serious felonies.
Learn MoreWhite Collar Crimes
Complex financial crime prosecutions require sophisticated defense. We have the experience to navigate them.
Learn MoreFederal Criminal Defense
Strategic defense for serious federal investigations and criminal charges.
Learn MoreTheft & Fraud
From petty theft to complex fraud schemes, we tailor defense strategies to your specific charges.
Learn MoreViolent Crimes
Assault, battery, robbery, and weapons charges demand an attorney who will fight hard from day one.
Learn MoreSex Crimes
Sex crime allegations carry life-altering consequences. We provide discreet, aggressive representation from the first call.
Learn MoreProbation Violations
A probation violation can mean immediate incarceration. We act quickly to protect your freedom and your record.
Learn MoreCivil Rights & § 1983 Claims
Representation in select civil-rights matters involving alleged constitutional violations by government officials, including law-enforcement and correctional personnel.
Learn MorePolice & Correctional Misconduct
Representation in select matters involving alleged excessive force, false arrest, wrongful detention, and misconduct by law-enforcement or correctional personnel.
Learn MorePersonal Injury
Representation in select serious injury matters involving negligence or wrongful conduct.
Learn MoreExpungements & Record Sealing
A past arrest or criminal record can affect employment, housing, and future opportunities. We help eligible clients pursue the sealing or expungement of Florida criminal records.
Learn MoreMugshot Removal
An arrest photo can continue appearing online long after a criminal case is over. Roderman & Johnston assists clients with removing or suppressing mugshots and arrest-related images from online sources when possible.
Learn MoreExperienced. Strategic. Proven.
Glenn R. Roderman
Partner
- Florida Bar — 1972
- Former State Prosecutor
- Former Municipal Judge
- AV Preeminent 5.0
Glenn Roderman has been practicing criminal defense law in South Florida for over 50 years. A former Assistant State Attorney and Municipal Court Judge, he brings a rare perspective shaped by experience in both prosecution and the judiciary. Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as AV Preeminent and named among The Best Lawyers in America.
Meet GlennPhilip C. Johnston
Partner
- Columbia Law J.D.
- Former Federal Judicial Law Clerk
- Florida & New York Bars
- White-Collar Defense Background
Philip C. Johnston is a criminal defense attorney with a background spanning federal judicial clerkship, white-collar criminal defense at Skadden, Arps in Manhattan, and private criminal defense practice throughout South Florida. A Columbia Law graduate, he is licensed in Florida and New York.
Meet PhilipClient Reviews
“Glenn Roderman is an exceptional attorney. When I was facing serious charges, he fought aggressively for my rights and achieved an outcome I never thought possible. His experience and knowledge of the criminal justice system is unmatched in South Florida.”
“I cannot thank Roderman & Johnston enough. From the very first consultation, they made me feel heard and confident. They were always available to answer my questions and the result was a complete dismissal of all charges.”
“Philip Johnston handled my DUI case with professionalism and skill. He challenged the evidence at every turn and the charges were ultimately dropped. I highly recommend this firm to anyone facing criminal charges in Broward County.”
“After being charged with a felony, I was terrified. Glenn Roderman took my case and immediately went to work. His decades of experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney gave him an edge that made all the difference.”
“Roderman & Johnston provided outstanding representation during the most difficult time of my life. Their aggressive defense strategy and deep knowledge of Florida criminal law resulted in a not guilty verdict.”