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John Stephen Hager
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Biography
John Hager has had over a decade of experience representing clients in the Miami area with their criminal defense related matters. If you are living in the Miami area and been convicted of a crime such as burglary, DUI, assault, or any other criminal law related matter, contact Miami criminal defense attorney John Hager today at . He may be able to represent your case.
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
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27 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2019 2018 2017
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2012
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 26 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Hager & Schwartz, P.A.
140 South Beach St., Suite 310, Daytona Beach, FL, 32114
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12 S.E. 7th St., Suite 611, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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555 N.E. 15th St., Penthouse A, Miami, FL, 33132
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (53)
Lawsuits & Disputes (22)
Domestic Violence (7)
Divorce & Separation (2)
Expungement (2)
Family (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Child Custody (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Immigration (1)
Juvenile (1)
Litigation (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (69)
Advocacy (50)
Responsiveness (40)
Recommendation (39)
Communication Style (34)
Professionalism (31)
Practice Area Knowledge (17)
Character & Conduct (15)
Compassion (12)
General Knowledge (11)
Trustworthiness (9)
Cost of Services (7)
Staff & Support (6)
Punctuality (4)
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Posted by Stephen | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Case Dismissed!
Preface, I sadly earned myself a Battery. After my Bondsman bailed me out, I called multiple Attorney Firm's. When I called Hager & Schwartz, Mr. Hager personally answered the phone, patiently & kindly took time & listened to me explain my situation, concerns, & ask questions, of which he answe...
Posted by Marlene | September 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal defense attorney
We had such a great experience with Mr. Hager as the criminal defense attorney for our grandson. He always kept us in the loop and told us exactly what was going to happen, the case being dismissed. He gave us his cell phone number and always answers his calls. Would recommend him to anyone needin...
Posted by Frank Latorre | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Defense Attorney
I was arrested on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge while visiting my daughter in Florida. She had falsely accused me of striking her and had me arrested. She was intoxicated and I was not aware of it when she started arguing with me and when she started screaming at me I was leaving when the p...
Posted by Asraful | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Worst lawyer
I was charged with three case , grand theft and , unauthorized transactions and stalking. I John Hager . That was my first charged ever in my life so I don't have any idea about law. I was in jail and he came to visit me and told me that he can't bonds me out because i am not citizen and if he do thn...
John Hager
Replied last July 28, 2017Please allow me the opportunity to respond. When I was hired to represent this client he only had one case and was out on bond. While out on bond, he committed the crime of stalking, therefore, the State Attorney's Office moved to revoke his bond and he was put back in jail with no bond. While in custody, I did meet with him a couple of times and I met with his father and client in my office prior to being arrested for the new offense. This client was being investigated by the FBI due to them believing that he was a terrorist. I met with the prosecutor twice to discuss this matter in an attempt to resolve this case. The offer from the State was to adjudicate him and to time serve him with no probation, however they wanted to deport him. The State also advised that they would not file the new charge of stalking if he pled to the first case that he was initially arrested for. I had a problem with this, but I had a duty to tell him of what was being offered. I spoke with two of my immigration attorney colleagues that specialize in this area due to me not practicing immigration law. They advised me that they couldn't give me a definitive answer as to the client being deported or not because they would have to meet with him in person and research his case. The only offer while I represented him was to have him deported due to being a suspected terrorist. That is what was conveyed to me by the State Attorney assigned to this case. End result is that the client ended up resolving both cases to a plea and accepted probation of two years in the felony case. I have to admit, this was a very difficult case due to the FBI being involved and trying to deport him. Eventually the FBI, after completing their investigation, backed off their belief of the client being a terrorist and he was able to take a plea on the case, one that a first time offender should be given and not be convicted. I always try to do the best for all of my clients. I have to mention that his new attorney did not get all of his charges dropped. That is untrue as it can be verified from the clerk's website. Unfortunately, although I always do my best for clients, there are always going to be clients that I cannot please and for that, I am truly regretful that Asraful was not satisfied. I wish him the best of luck and am glad that things worked out in his favor.
John Stephen Hager's Lawyer Endorsements
"No one needs to endorse John. When you meet him, you'll see his demeanor and legal prowess is elite. Truly elite. Along with easily being a top 100 trial lawyer in the state, he is a wonderful human being. It is my honor to endorse Mr. Hager."
"I met John about 15 years ago while the two of us were waiting to see clients at the Federal Detention Center in Miami. He was young and highly motivated. Although I barely knew John I had a good feeling about him and now some fifteen years later I am still referring him clients. John is bright and conscientious and he has the confidence clients want to see. When I refer a client to another attorney I expect that client to receive the same attention if not more than I would give them. John does that for me. I have been practicing in Nashville for the last ten years and I am comforted knowing that John takes excellent care of my South Florida clients. He is an excellent communicator. I would highly recommend John to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney in Florida."
"John is not only a personal friend and mentor, but an excellent attorney. We have worked many cases together and achieved successful outcomes. He is very thorough knowledgeable and professional and I look forward to working on future cases with this excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"John is a tough criminal defense attorney who fights hard for his clients. He handles cases all over the State and is not afraid to mix it up with the Prosecutors when needed."
"I have worked with John on a number of sensitive cases involving an overlap of criminal and immigration issues. He works hard in negotiating with prosecutors in order to enter into a plea that will have the least consequences for our mutual clients from an immigration perspective. I would highly recommend John."
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"I endorse this lawyer without any reservations. John is a genuine person who is a very hard worker. He works tirelessly to get the best possible outcome for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a well respected lawyer in the legal community. He is a true gentleman who works tirelessly for his clients. He is a dedicated advocate who will not take short cuts."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"John Hager and his partner are very capable Criminal Defense attorneys. I would not hesitate to refer clients to John if they find themselves facing criminal charges."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working on cases with John. He is always prepaed and very passionate about his cases. He is an excellent attorney and a true beliver."
"John is a highly regarded and extremely competent criminal defense attorney. He is very thorough and knowledgeable and has a very high success rate in defending his clients in a variety of criminal matters. I strongly recommend John and his firm Hager & Schwartz to anyone who is charged with a criminal offense."
"John Hager is an exceptional criminal defense lawyer in Miami and south Florida. John is amongst the select few Miami criminal defense lawyers that I would, without hesitation, refer my clients, friends or family to if the need arose for his help."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a well liked excellent attorney. I have referred him business as well."
"If you are looking for a criminal defense lawyer in South Florida, look no further than John Hager. He is a lawyer's lawyer and a consummate professional. More importantly he was a former prosecutor so he knows the prosecutor's thought process and how they handle their cases. John is sought after by clients all across Florida to represent them in their criminal cases and I can certainly see why. I would recommend John Hager as a criminal defense attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for well over 10 years. Over those years I have referred John many Criminal Defense matters and each time the individual has personally called me back thanking me for introducing them to John. His knowledge and professionalism is unmatched in the community. More than anything, his personal involvement and true caring about his clients make him special. I am honored to endorse John. He is encompasses everything that an attorney should be."
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly recommended. Smart and aggressive."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I refer all of my criminal defense matters to Mr. Hager and his partner, Brett Schwartz. Mr. Hager does an excellent job for the clients I have referred and is always professional and ethical in his practice."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
2012
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2011
Top Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
2010
Top Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
2009
Top Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Partner, Hager & Schwartz, PA
2001 - 2003
Defense Attorney, Conroy, Simberg, Ganon, Krevans, Abel, Lurvey, Morrow & Schefer, PA
1999 - 2001
Assistant Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney
1997 - 1999
Legal Intern, Bogenschutz & Dutko, PA
Associations
2010 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Florida Bar, Traffic Court Rules CommitteeMember
2005 - Present
Broward County Bar Association Trial LawyersMember
1999 - Present
Florida BarAttorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Domestic Violence Case
Case dismissed due to lack of evidence
Strong Arm Robbery
Case reduced to a misdemeanor
Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
Client was found not guilty
Resisting Police Officer Without Violence
Judge granted the Motion to Dismiss
Exploitation of Elderly Charge
Case not filed
Education
1999
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2012
Daytona Beach News Journal
Tutor charged after Student Hit
2010
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
John earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can someone be prosecuted for domestic violence even if the victim refuses to testify at trial and there are no others wittness?
11 Jun 2015
Q&A
Received a NTA for marijuana possession/paraphernalia, showed up for court but the clerk was unable to find my case. Now what?
05 Jun 2015
Q&A
What happens if you forget to check in one week while on pretrial program?
08 Jun 2015
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Manslaughter & Child Abuse: Definition and Penalties
16 Jul 2012
Legal Guide
Tips when pulled over for Driving Under the Influece
23 Apr 2012
Legal Guide
What You Should Know About Major Thefts
07 Jan 2012