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

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Biography

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 21 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

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Brian F. Greenwald, P.A.

346 Freeman Street, Longwood, FL, 32750

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Brian Frederick Greenwald's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Susan & Mel | April 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense

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 !

Posted by Melanie | January 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney, reasonably priced

Mr. Greenwald has helped me twice with two violations. The first was a violation of probation and second was a violation of community control. I have a very tough judge and a special prosecutor in my case and both times was facing prison time. Mr. Greenwald came and visited me multiple times and alw...ays answered the phone when I called. Not only was he able to get me out of jail and get me good deals BOTH times he was also always able to get me into court very fast. I would use him again if I had to and I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a really good and really experienced criminal defense attorney that's reasonably priced. I've used other lawyers on my case in the past and Mr. Greenwald in my opinion is one of the best attorneys in broward. he's helped a lot of people including myself.

Posted by Tyree | January 31, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Mr.Greenwald saved my life...TWICE!

I had been incarcerated for eleven months, fired my previous attorney, and was facing two PBL's (Punishable by Life) charges this year when I came across Mr.Greenwald. Immediately I could tell the clear difference; I could trust him. He was sincere, extremely thorough, and above all passionate. He fo...ught for me. Slowly but surely throughout the span of my three day trial along with Regina Tsombanakis, he literally tore the witnesses against me to shreds on the stand. Methodically proving beyond a reasonable doubt their stories nothing more than a narrative contrived by a false money hungry witness (yes, the victim was suing me civily too for damages and etc) and a shady police detective named Detective Jason Wood. Furthermore, not only did Mr.Greenwald point out the numerous inconsistencies in the detectives theory on my guilt, but he actually forced him to admit on the stand he did NO INVESTIGATION WHATSOEVER into my story. Mr.Greenwald promised me a victory and delivered. It took the jury all of fifteen minutes to find me NOT GUILTY on all charges. Mr.Greenwald beat two life sentences for me, he effectively saved my life; not once but twice. I was lucky to have him and so is anyone who happens to retain him because more than anything Mr.Greenwald is an attorney you can TRUST. He delivers. And he delivered me to freedom after twenty-two months of HELL. Oh, he did such a good job in fact that the State of Florida can expect a civil suit for wrongful prosecution from me in the near future...that is all.

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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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Felipe Jaramillo

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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

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