Atty. Robert Ian Mandell

Atty. Robert Ian Mandell

Robert Mandell has spent more than 20 years defending people charged with crimes in Florida state and federal courts. Known across Central Florida for an aggressive, proactive style, Rob is a member of the National Trial Association’s Top 100 Trial Attorneys and Top 40 Under 40.

Orlando Orlando 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Ian Mandell at a glance

Robert Ian Mandell is a Founder based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Mandell Law PA. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, sex crimes, and violent crimes. Admitted to practice in Florida United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida United States District Court (2005) and Florida (2005). Educated at University of Miami School Law (J.D., 2005) and John Jay College (B.A., 2002). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert Mandell has spent more than 20 years defending people charged with crimes in Florida state and federal courts
  • Known across Central Florida for an aggressive, proactive style, Rob is a member of the National Trial Association’s Top 100 Trial Attorneys and Top 40 Under 40
  • His approach is consistent no matter the charge, whether it’s a first-time DUI or a first-degree murder case, he prepares to attack the government’s evidence and push back hard from day one
  • At Mandell Law, Rob leads a team of attorneys and paralegals who take a true team approach, regularly bringing in private investigators and forensic experts to build the strongest defense possible
  • Rob was born and raised in New York City and attended John Jay College of Criminal Justice, graduating cum laude and staying active in student government
  • He earned his law degree at the University of Miami School of Law, where he gained valuable experience clerked at Bierman, Shohat, Loewy and Klein, P.A., and learned from nationally respected defense lawyer Roy Black
  • After serving as an Assistant Public Defender in the Ninth Judicial Circuit, Rob entered private practice in 2007 and has become a trusted choice for professionals and everyday people alike

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Ian Mandell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Ian Mandell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Drug Crimes

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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.

Robert Ian Mandell is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

White Collar Crimes

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Sex Crimes

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Violent Crimes

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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 Orlando 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 Robert Ian Mandell

Where is Robert Ian Mandell's law office located?
Robert Ian Mandell's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Mandell Law PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Ian Mandell handle?
Robert Ian Mandell focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, sex crimes, violent crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Robert Ian Mandell practiced law?
Robert Ian Mandell has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Robert Ian Mandell go to law school?
Robert Ian Mandell earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Robert Ian Mandell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami School Law
- 2005
B.A.
John Jay College
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Florida United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida United States District Court
Admitted: 2005
Florida
Admitted: 2005

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