Atty. Joshua Wayne Westcott

Atty. Joshua Wayne Westcott

Mr. Joshua Wayne Westcott is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal appellate, elder and 5 other areas of law.

Lakeland Lakeland 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (863) 340-1229 Book Appointment

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About Joshua Wayne Westcott at a glance

Joshua Wayne Westcott is a probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and elder law attorney based in Lakeland, Florida. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Florida (2007). Educated at Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (J.D., 2007). Serands clients in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joshua Wayne Westcott is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal appellate, elder and 5 other areas of law
  • Joshua has been licensed for 19 years
  • Joshua practices in Lakeland, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Joshua Wayne Westcott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joshua Wayne Westcott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Joshua Wayne Westcott is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lakeland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joshua Wayne Westcott

Where is Joshua Wayne Westcott's law office located?
Joshua Wayne Westcott's law practice is located in Lakeland, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joshua Wayne Westcott handle?
Joshua Wayne Westcott focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joshua Wayne Westcott practiced law?
Joshua Wayne Westcott has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Joshua Wayne Westcott go to law school?
Joshua Wayne Westcott earned their education at (J.D., 2007).
How can I contact Joshua Wayne Westcott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2007

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