Julio Cesar Torrente, Esq.

Criminal Defense Attorney – Abogado Criminal / Abogado Penal. There is no doubt that Attorney Julio Cesar Torrente is passionate about justice. Licensed in both State and Federal Court, he relentlessly represents clients throughout Florida in all types of Criminal matters, including traffic offenses, DUIs, domestic violence, drug charges, theft crimes, and felonies.

Mr. Torrente is known for his client-focused approach, strategic advocacy, and around-the-clock availability. Over the course of his career, he has earned top honors, including being named one of the “10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys in Florida” by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys and nationally ranked among the “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers.

He has also been recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star, and maintains a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating backed by numerous five-star reviews. A graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law, where he ranked #1 in Florida Civil Practice and Legal Methods and Writing, Mr. Torrente also holds a Magna Cum Laude degree in Criminal Justice from St. Thomas University and is a proud graduate of Belen Jesuit Preparatory School.

Today, Julio Cesar brings his passion for justice and respect for human dignity into every case he handles. As the founder of Torrente Defense, P.A., he goes above and beyond to provide his clients with the utmost representation of their legal rights; personally, relentlessly, and with unwavering commitment. Call Torrente Defense now!

“JUST CALL JULIO!”

Work Experience

2025 – Present Owner, Torrente Defense, P.A.

2022 – 2025 (Criminal Attorney, Julio Cesar Torrente, Attorney at Law)

2022 – 2022 (Spring Volunteer Intern, 17th Judicial Circuit Of Florida)

2021 – 2022 (Volunteer Intern, 11th Judicial Circuit Of Florida)

2016 – 2019 (Law School Faculty assistant, St. Thomas University School Of Law)

Education

St. Thomas University School of Law JD – Juris Doctor

St. Thomas University BA – Bachelor of Arts – Criminal Justice

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School – Alumni

Sample of Legal Cases

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DUI Dismissed and charges reduced to reckless driving

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Case Dismissed

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Case Dismissed

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Case Dismissed

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Case No-Actioned

Associations

2024 – Present (National Trial Lawyers Association – Attorney Member)

2024 – Present (Florida Bar, Media and Communications Law Committee – Board Member)

2024 – Present (United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida – Admitted)

2024 – Present (American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys – Attorney Member)

2023 – Present (Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Attorney Member)

2023 – Present (Miami Chapter of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Attorney Member)

2023 – Present (Cuban American Bar Association – Attorney Member)

2022 – Present (Florida Bar- Admitted)

2022 – Present (Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section – Attorney Member)

2022 – Present (Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section – Attorney Member)

Awards & Recognition

2025: 10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2025 Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2025: Client’s Choice, Avvo

2025: Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2025: Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2025: Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2025: Top 10 Under 40, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2024: Top 10 Under 40, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2024: Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2024: 10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2024: Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers

2024: Top 3 Criminal & White Collar Defense Legal Luminary, Florida Legal Luminaires Gala

2024: Top Rated Lawyers in Florida, Lawyers of Distinction

2024: Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2024: Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers