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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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State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
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140 South Beach St., Suite 310, Daytona Beach, FL, 32114
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Posted by ME | January 7, 2026 | Hired Attorney
John Hager helped us through a situation I would not wish on anyone. My brother was arrested in the U.S., and as a family we were overwhelmed. We are based in Europe, so dealing with the American legal system from abroad was overwhelming at times. From the start, John made everything clear and man...
Posted by Ann | May 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I contacted John S Hager to represent me in a case in Flagler County,FL. He answered my call immediately. He responded with honesty, care, compassion, and in precise detail, step by step, how he would proceed with my case. I followed the steps he outlined. John worked to resolve and expedite my ...
Posted by Ray Rapaglia | September 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney
John Hager is an outstanding criminal lawyer. As the owner of a certified recovery facility, John understands substance abuse and mental health issues. John and James Club Recovery believe in treatment versus incarceration. I have worked with John on numerous occasions and have witnessed him getting ...
Posted by Kevin | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I don’t have enough space to write all the ways Mr. Hager has gone over and above for our family. We were recently faced with an issue regarding our 70 year old father. He suffers from dementia and Alzheimers, to make a long story short he was arrested for the first time in his life. My parents retir...
Posted by Stephen | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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...
"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."
"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."
"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'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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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
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
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
Case dismissed due to lack of evidence
Case reduced to a misdemeanor
Client was found not guilty
Judge granted the Motion to Dismiss
Case not filed
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Bachelor of Arts
2012
2010
English
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John earned significant contribution points in 2012.
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
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
What happens if you forget to check in one week while on pretrial program?
08 Jun 2015
Manslaughter & Child Abuse: Definition and Penalties
16 Jul 2012
Tips when pulled over for Driving Under the Influece
23 Apr 2012
What You Should Know About Major Thefts
07 Jan 2012