Markus Moss

Trials and Appeals

Nationally­­-Recognized Trial and Appellate Law Firm

David Markus and his client at the not guilty verdict in State of Florida v. Gale Fontaine (alleged gambling prosecution).

Markus/Moss is known for taking on and winning difficult criminal defense cases. The Firm handles a wide variety of criminal defense matters, with an emphasis on representing businesspeople and professionals in federal white-collar investigations, prosecutions, and appeals around the country.

Markus/Moss is also widely recognized for its successful and creative work in Florida state courts, which include RICO prosecutions, DUI Manslaughter cases, gambling matters and others.

The Firm’s founder, David Oscar Markus, is a Harvard-educated lawyer who has been described as “wickedly smart and a terrific trial lawyer.”

For the Defense Podcast

David Markus hosts the popular podcast, For the Defense. Listen to the latest episode:

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Victories

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Recognition

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Recent Blog Posts

David Oscar Markus hosts the popular Southern District of Florida blog, which provides news and notes regarding federal practice in the Southern District of Florida.

Here is the latest post:

  • Eleventh Circuit Blesses Florida Riot Statute

    By John R. ByrneHope everyone is staying dry and safe. Another win for the State of Florida at the Eleventh Circuit. After a series of protests opposing police violence, the Florida legislature amended Florida’s criminal riot statute. That led to […]

Lauren Field Krasnoff, president of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Miami Chapter 2024

FACDL-Miami

Lauren Field Krasnoff has served on the board of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Miami Chapter since 2015. She was sworn in as President for 2024. Lauren is a partner at Markus/Moss PLLC.