Todd Scholl

Todd Scholl is a highly skilled advocate focusing on criminal defense and family law. With extensive experience handling serious felonies, white-collar defense, and complex litigation, Todd brings unmatched dedication to every client. His record as a former assistant public defender includes thousands of cases and an impressive trial history, reflecting his firm commitment to justice and client advocacy.

Todd earned his B.S. from the University of Central Florida, followed by an MBA from the University of Florida. He graduated cum laude from Stetson College of Law and went on to complete his LL.M. in Securities & Financial Regulation from Georgetown Law Center with distinction. Beyond law, Todd holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and previously maintained multiple FINRA licenses, combining financial insight with legal precision.

Todd’s outstanding legal work has earned recognition through multiple honors, including the 2022 Florida Public Defender College “Best Advocate,” the 2018 William Reese Smith Jr. Pro Bono Service Award, and the 2016 Best Oralist Phelps Dunbar First Year Moot Court Competition. His achievements underscore his relentless work ethic and ability to deliver exceptional advocacy both in and out of the courtroom.

Todd has contributed extensively to the legal field through publications such as “Don’t Back Down, File That Stand Your Ground” and “Don’t Fall Prey: Be Ready for that Hunter Hearing” in the Florida Defender Magazine. His deep understanding of criminal and appellate law, combined with years of experience in finance, positions him to handle even the most complex legal challenges with confidence and integrity.

Attorney Todd Scholl continues to serve his clients with professionalism, compassion, and a results-driven approach. Licensed to practice in Florida and the District of Columbia, he remains dedicated to protecting individual rights and delivering the strong, personalized defense that every client deserves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate Attorney, Panella Law Firm
• Member, Florida Bar
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Former President, Highlands County Bar Association
• Former President, Sebring Rotary Club
• Member, Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL), Legislative Committee
• Member, Orange County Bar Association
• Member, Orlando Rotary Club

Licensed State

• Florida
• District of Columbia

Education

• Georgetown Law Center
  LLM in Securities & Financial Regulation with Distinction
• Stetson College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Florida
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Central Florida
  Bachelor of science (BS)

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