Brian Frederick Greenwald

Brian Frederick Greenwald

3.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Longwood, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

346 Freeman Street, Longwood, FL

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 21 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Brian F. Greenwald, P.A.

346 Freeman Street, Longwood, FL, 32750

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Brian Frederick Greenwald's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.8 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
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1 star (4)

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very rude, unprofessional

Tried to call this law office and attorney told me to "go f*** myself". Incredibly rude and unprofessional

Brian Greenwald

Replied last March 11, 2025

This sounds like a totally real review. Like I would turn away a potential client. Nice troll review.

Posted by Roland | December 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrible Attorney

I hired this so called attorney in 2016 for a simple technical violation of probation case, i was being held in another county had a few conversations with him by phone, he sounded professional and sounded like he had good intentions to help me, after i was transferred to Broward county his attitude ...completely changed, he postponed my violation hearing twice for no reason, refused to pay me a visit when he promised to do as part of me paying him not like he was doing me a favor, two months later finally shows up to visit me with a NASTY, DEGRADING, SARCASTIC attitude and insults me and tells me i should go to prison, this guy should not be an attorney instead he should work for the state attorneys office which i wouldnt be surprised if he does behind the scenes, three words for this clown DO NOT HIRE.

Posted by ROGER | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE BEST OF THE BEST!!

Great man! He came to see me in jail when needed,was always truthful. We took my cases to trial and beat 2 of them back to back! He comports himself like a gentleman,and knows his buisness! I highly recommend Mr. Greenwald to anyone facing trial! No doubt, hands down the classiest act I've yet to see... period! Thank you Mr. Greenwald! I can't thank you enough!

Posted by Sheron | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer

I recently used Mr. Greenwald to defend my son on a felony charge. When I first contacted him, He was very helpful and gave me all the details of the case. Not like other lawyers that was only focusing on the money. I hired him, and immediately he took action and guided my son on the things he needed.... To make a long story short, the felony case was droop. I thank you so much

Posted by Susan & Mel | April 14, 2015

the best attorney to hire for felony cases

I have used Mr. Greenwald 3 times now on the same case and he has successfully kept me from going to prison on all 3 different occasions. Mr. Greenwald is very thorough, very knowledgeable, and he always answered my calls and came to see me on multiple occasions when I was incarcerated. Mr. Greenwald... takes in all factors of the case including who your judge is and so forth. I always felt very confident when we reviewed my case and I completely trusted him. He took the time to negotiate with they state in court and made sure I got what I wanted. If you are reading this, and looking to hire a GOOD defense attorney then you have found your lawyer, Brian Greenwald! I also like the fact that Mr. Greenwald is a former public defender and has never been a prosecutor. He truly is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. In fact a close family member of mine is retaining him and we already feel better just knowing he will be his lawyer. My opinion, the best criminal defense attorney in broward county !

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Brian Frederick Greenwald's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathan Nevins

General practice lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The definition of a hard worker. This guy eats, sleeps and dreams about criminal defense. His trial ability is second to none. One of the elite level criminal defense attorneys."

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Daniel Callahan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Glassman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian Greenwald is a court room warrior who does not back down from the prosecution and will not allow his clients to get an unfair shake.I have seen him in action enough to know that there are very few like him in this profession. I have personally seen him argue countless motions and go to trial on several cases. He is exceptional at identifying legal issues.He is a student of the game, who IMO, is top notch at filing pre-trial motions to dismiss and suppress evidence/statements. In trial, I have witnessed him fight with his back totally against the wall. I have seen him obtain spectacular verdicts. In The State of Florida, where punishments are so extreme, it is refreshing to see a guy so willing to lay it all on the line for his clients. So many lawyers claim to be TRIAL lawyers. This guy is the real deal."

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Lance Garrett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Mr. Greenwald at the Broward Public Defender's Office. He was known as the guy our administration would send into a courtroom to give hell to the prosecutors and keep the judges in line. This guy is experienced and aggressive. He knows how to defend a criminal case. I highly endorse Mr. Greenwald."

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Richard Zaretsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Greenwald worked in this firm before moving into his desired practice of Criminal Defense. We still refer matters to him to handle for us and our clients in Broward and Dade County and where appropriate, Palm Beach County. He is an EXCELLENT Criminal Defense attorney."

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Elizabeth Bourdon

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Greenwald. I used to work with him in Central Florida, and I know him to be a very fierce advocate for his clients, and he spends a great deal of time researching and working up his cases. He is very knowledgeable in all areas of criminal law, with a wealth of experience in all levels of criminal charges. If you want someone who will fight for you to the very end, Mr. Greenwald is the attorney for you."

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Melinda Blostein

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Ryan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Greenwald is one of the most effective defense attorneys I know. I endorse this attorney."

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Daniel Berman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Felipe Jaramillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Greenwald is a knowledgeable and aggressive trial lawyer. I have tried a few cases withe Mr. Greenwald as co-counsel, and I think he is an excellent lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."

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Hugo Apellaniz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Greenwald is an excellent attorney. I have had the opportunity to work with Brian on many cases over the last few years and have always found him well prepared to zealously advocate for his clients. Brian has the rare combination of expert knowledge to recognize issues in a case and the courtroom ability to exploit those issues. I would trust Brian to handle any criminal matter."

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Nathan Nevins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Glassman

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Alan Grinberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Felipe Jaramillo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Hugo Apellaniz

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

President, Brian F. Greenwald, P.A.

2007 - 2013

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, 17th Judicial Circuit, Broward County, FL

2005 - 2007

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, 9th Judicial Circuit, Orange County, FL

2004 - 2005

Associate, Richard P. Zaretsky, P.A.

2004 - 2005

Assistant to Bar Counsel, The Florida Bar Department of Unlicensed Practice of Law

Education

2004

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

Florida Bar UPL Workshop

New committee member training

Languages

English

Activity

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