Jay Rooth graduated from Stetson University in DeLand, Florida with a degree in Business and continued his education to obtain a Masters in Business Administration from Stetson University. While at Stetson University Jay was actively involved in community service sponsored through his fraternity Alpha Tau Omega. Jay obtained his Law degree from Barry University Law School. Jay is an active member of the Orlando Chamber of Commerce, the Federalist Society, the Florida Bar Association, the Orange County Bar Association, the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.
Jay R. Rooth was nominated as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” during the years of 2010-2011 and 2013-2015, and a Super Lawyer in 2016. Also in 2016, Jay joined the Florida Legal Elite roster of attorneys chosen for recognition by Florida Trend. Jay’s Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent peer review rating is a perfect 5.0 out of 5.0. Not only is Jay highly regarded by his peers, but he’s also strongly recommended by his clients. Jay was awarded the AVVO Clients Choice award in 2012, and currently holds the highest possible rating for Criminal Defense lawyers per Avvo – a Superb 10.0 rating. Distinctions like these put Moses & Rooth, Attorneys at Law above the average criminal defense focused law firm in Florida.
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Education
Barry University School of Law
Orlando, Florida, J.D.
Stetson University, DeLand, Florida
DeLand, Florida, M.B.A., B.A.
Major: Business
Magdalen College, Oxford University
Tampa Jesuit High School, Tampa, Florida, 1993
Bar Admissions
Florida, 2003
U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
Professional Associations and Memberships
Federalist Society Member, 2011 – Present
Orange County Bar Criminal Committee Executive Board Member, 2011 – Present
Orlando Chamber of Commerce Member, 2011 – 2012
Downtown Orlando Partnership Member, 2010 – Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Member, 2010 – Present
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Member, 2008 – Present
White Family Foundation Board of Trustees, 2007 – Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Member, 2006 – Present
Orange County Bar Association Member, 2006 – Present
Florida Bar Member, 2003 – Present
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
- Florida Bar License
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Legal Aid Society – Assist with criminal cases 2012 – present
- Orange County Teen Court Judge and Advisor , 2013
- Maitland Soccer Club Volunteer, 2018
- Board of Trustees for The White Family Foundation
- YMCA volunteer 2013- 2018
- Board of Directors for the Windsong Community HOA 2014- present
- South Orlando Little League Volunteer, 2014
Honors/Awards:
- Orlando Family Magazine – Awesome Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine, 2021
- Alpha Tau Omega
- Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine, 2020
- Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend, 2015
- Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend, 2016
- 9 YEARS SUPER LAWYERS
- 5 YEARS RISING STARS
- Super Lawyers: 2016 – 2024
- Rising Stars: 2010 – 2011, 2013 – 2015
- Top Lists
- Top 50: Orlando Super Lawyers: 2020
Industry Groups:
- Central Florida Association Of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Florida Association Of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Florida Bar
- National Association Of Criminal Defense Attorneys
- Orange County Bar Association
- Selections
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
Jay Rooth authored a chapter for the book titled: Strategies for Defending Identity Theft Cases. This book was written by leading lawyers from across the country and focused on understanding identity theft crime, preparing a thorough defense, and managing technological evidence. Jay Rooth authored the chapter titled: Identity Fraud Defense Understanding The Facts Better Than The Prosecution. , Co-Author, Strategies For Defending Identity Theft Cases, Aspatore Publishing, 2012
Authored the chapter titled “Credibility Strategies for an Incredible Defense” by Aspatore Book Publishing in 2012. This Book provides an authoritative, insider’s perspective on best practices for handling cases involving a domestic dispute. The featured criminal defense attorneys from around the country provided a detailed landscape of the trends and cases that other lawyers need to be aware of in domestic cases. , Co-Author, Strategies for Defending Domestic Violence Cases, 2012