How much does it cost to hire Joshua for a business case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joshua walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Joshua offer a free consultation?

Joshua charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joshua's current terms during booking.

How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Joshua gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Joshua take my case if I'm outside Boca Raton?

Joshua is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joshua will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Joshua?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Joshua will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Joshua accepting new business clients right now?

Joshua's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Joshua Scott Widlansky, Business Attorney in Boca Raton

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Joshua Scott Widlansky is a partner based in Boca Raton, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Contracts. Joshua has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Padula Law Firm. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.

Based in: Boca Raton, FL
Experience: over 19 years
Known for: Business · Construction · Contracts

Handles Business, Construction, and Contracts matters from Boca Raton, FL.
Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Joshua takes on

Joshua concentrates on business, construction, contracts, criminal defense, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joshua handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Joshua takes business matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Joshua takes construction matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Joshua takes contracts matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Joshua takes criminal defense matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Joshua takes litigation matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Joshua Scott Widlansky — business lawyer in Boca Raton

Joshua Scott Widlansky is a partner based in Boca Raton, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Contracts. Joshua has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Padula Law Firm. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.

Joshua Widlansky has been associated with the attorneys at Padula Law Firm since 2010. An experienced litigator, Mr. Widlansky has completed over 40 jury trials. He has successfully represented plaintiffs and defendants in complex business disputes, involving fraud, contract claims, breach of fiduciary duty, and other business torts. Mr. Widlansky concentrates his practice on commercial litigation matters, real estate litigation matters, franchise litigation, white collar crimes, and defending forfeiture actions at both the federal and state levels. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Widlansky served as an Assistant State Attorney with the 17th Judicial Circuit of Broward County, Florida.

Education

Mr. Widlansky received an undergraduate degree in accounting from Florida Atlantic University in 2004, and is a graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law (2007).

Representative Matters

Complex Commercial/Business Litigation

• Obtained a favorable final award on behalf of a former franchisee of a national franchise system after a week-long arbitration hearing with a three-member panel. Panel concluded that former franchisee was free to compete against franchisor after termination of franchise agreement because Panel found that the restrictive covenants were not valid and enforceable. Panel further rejected franchisor’s attempt at obtaining any future lost profits.

• Obtained a favorable final award on behalf of realtor after a final hearing in arbitration. Panel concluded that realtor was entitled to his full commission.

• Prevailed on summary judgment for defendants in a fraud claim in the Southern District of Florida. Paul Gauguin Cruises, Inc. v. eContact, Inc., 2011 WL 810718 (S.D. Fla. March 1, 2011).

• Successfully appealed to the Fourth DCA in a matter involving a member of country club. Fourth DCA reversed based on trial court improper consideration of unauthenticated evidence. Berkowitz v. Delaire Country Club, Inc., 126 So. 3d 1215 (Fla. 4th DCA 2012).

White Collar Crimes/Forfeiture Actions

• Prevailed at obtaining preliminary relief on behalf of client in the automobile brokerage industry after an Ohio Federal Court ordered the United States Government return the firm’s client’s over $1 Million and two luxury automobiles. Court found the Government lacked the requisite probable cause to continue to detain the defendant property during the pendency of the forfeiture action.

• Successfully negotiated favorable settlements on behalf of numerous clients in the automobile export industry resulting in the return of assets and the dismissal of forfeiture actions.

How Joshua handles business matters

Joshua Widlansky has been associated with the attorneys at Padula Law Firm since 2010. An experienced litigator, Mr. Widlansky has completed over 40 jury trials. He has successfully represented plaintiffs and defendants in complex business disputes, involving fraud, contract claims, breach of fiduciary duty, and other business torts. Mr. Widlansky concentrates his practice on commercial…

The kind of cases Joshua takes

Joshua reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and contracts matters in Boca Raton and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

St. Thomas University School of Law
J.D. · 2007
Florida Atlantic University B.A. Accounting
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Jurisdictions

Joshua's state bar admissions

Florida
2007 · ACTIVE

Joshua studied at J.D. in St. Thomas University School of Law and — in Florida Atlantic University B.A. Accounting.

Law school and academic background

Joshua completed J.D. in St. Thomas University School of Law and — in Florida Atlantic University B.A. Accounting. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joshua runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Joshua has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Joshua Scott Widlansky's office in Boca Raton

Joshua's primary office is at 3837 NW Boca Raton Boulevard, Suite 200, Boca Raton, FL, 33431. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Padula Law Firm

3837 NW Boca Raton Boulevard, Suite 200

Boca Raton, FL 33431

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Joshua Scott Widlansky — 4.7/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Joshua. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Boca Raton.

4.7

11 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Joshua Scott Widlansky claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Joshua Scott Widlansky — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joshua usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Joshua charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Joshua will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Boca Raton, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Joshua

Joshua discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Joshua confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Joshua's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Joshua Scott Widlansky

How much does it cost to hire Joshua for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joshua walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joshua offer a free consultation?
Joshua charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joshua's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Florida typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Joshua gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joshua take my case if I'm outside Boca Raton?
Joshua is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joshua will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Joshua?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Joshua will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joshua accepting new business clients right now?
Joshua's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

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Areas served

Business attorneys serving Boca Raton, Miami and Tampa in Florida

Joshua handles business matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

Joshua Scott Widlansky, Business Attorney in Boca Raton, Florida

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