Marc David Seitles

Marc David Seitles

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

White collar crime Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense

40 N.W. 3rd Street, Penthouse One, Miami, FL

About Marc

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

White Collar Crime 50%

Federal and state criminal trial/appeals

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Seitles & Litwin

40 N.W. 3rd Street, Penthouse One, Miami, FL, 33128

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Marc David Seitles's Reviews

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Posted by Claudia R. | February 24, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Enjoying my freedom thanks to attorney Marc Seitles

For the attorney Marc Seitles I only have to say thank you thank you thank you. His job has been so honest and sincere which has allowed me to enjoy my freedom and be reunited with my son and my family here in Colombia. He is an amazing person that works very hard for all his clients and can be tru...sted 100%. Mr. Seitles tells you how it is and his fees are affordable. From the bottom of my heart Marc I want to say thank you and I know that God placed you in my path and I thank him for allowing us to meet. I was arrested in Colombia and pregnant and extradited later to the United States and had to leave my newborn baby behind but you came from heaven to help me with my case and you have for sure a gold medal in heaven. I wish you the best in your professional life as well as in your personal life because you deserve it.

Posted by Lazaro | December 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Marc as my attorney was the best thing that ever happen after my arrest

I met Marc Seitles back in 2011, when I was arrested. The prosecutor asked for me to be detained until my trial date. In the Federal system that means that your are denied bond. Bond was denied even though I was an American citizen and had lived in the U.S for more than 30 years. I met Marc through a...n inmate who talked to me about him and showed me prior results from Marc. At the time I had another attorney that I had known for 20 years. After my first meeting with Marc I hired him and fired my old attorney. I was taking to my trial judge for my last opportunity at being bond. It took a total of 5 min of Marc talking to the judge when bond was giving to me. As I sat next to him I realize that he was the one. To make this story short, I met the most incredible person to cross my path. Marc is an attorney that does Not stop working, no matter what hour or day of the week. I quoted once " That having the pleasure of meeting and having Marc as my attorney was the best thing that ever happen after my arrest ". Thanks to him I've been able to sleep to live knowing that I am in the best hands possible. That my attorney does not rest until he is satisfied with the results. The best thing about Marc is that the behavior and work ethics that he has shown me is the one that he shares with all his clients. Today, after my arrest in 2011 I am writing this... Not from inside a prison, but from my home. He is a fighter than does not give up, respected by prosecutors, judges and other attorneys as well. Besides my legal experience with Marc, I have become a much better person than I was 3 years ago. Why? Because, I have seen in him an example of what a father, friend and husband should be. I will Not commit any more crimes in the future, but Marc Seitles will be my friend and 'll be around him for ever. LA

Posted by Yumidia N. | December 04, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Marc is a down to earth man, sincere, realistic and honest

Today with the help of God and thanks to attorney Marc David Seitles I'm home with my kids. Honestly, there is no other ... I would never recommend anyone else but Marc Seitles, after everything that happened and the things I saw and lived. I will always remember his face, and the work he did for ...me. In one of his many visits, looking into my eyes, with a clear voice and clean look he said, “I 'm here to defend you, not to judge you.” That’s the type of person Marc is and I will forever be grateful to him for those words. Marc is a down to earth man, sincere, realistic and honest. He speaks clearly and bluntly, who puts all the possibilities in front of you from day one and does not lie to take advantage of the situation by giving you false hopes. He is the kind of attorney that would not give up on you, and he will use all resources to reach the end we all want- freedom. Marc is the lawyer who fights for the best alternatives, who tests and exhausts all possibilities, studying all scenarios. He analyzes the cases in depth and repeatedly looks for a way to balance the scales of justice. From my window at the federal building , countless times I saw him stay up late, very late in his office working, he always answer my calls, he would always sent me emails, he always responded to my questions even after hours. Even during the weekend, or late at night, he was working on my case. I've never seen any lawyer work with the passion and ferocity, and the professionalism and dedication like Marc Seitles does. He was always in contact with my family without making excuses like many other lawyers do. He is a lawyer that is truly caring and dedicated to his clients. The only thing I regret from this whole experience was not choosing Marc from the beginning. If I had hired him from the first day, he would have saved me many bad experiences and I could not have had a better defense with even better results. To everyone reading this, please do not make the same mistake. It was simply a blessing to find him. I am honored to have met Marc David Seitles. He was the light in a very dark time for me. I will never forget what Marc has done for me and he will always be in my families’ heart. I cannot say enough about him and his wonderful staff and recommend him as a “must have” attorney. Again, Marc, thank you for everything. I will be grateful to you for the rest of my life. Thanks Marc, my family and I are grateful to you for life. Yumidia N.

Posted by Rick | July 16, 2014

Attorney that will do everything for you and your case

I want to take this time to thank my attorney Marc Seitles for everything he has done for me and my family. He is by far the best attorney I have met not only has he saved my life but my son's life as well. His level of knowledge of the law can not be match by anyone else and his staff is so suppor...tive in the most difficult of our times. He has become family to us and we are very grateful to have such a great attorney and such a great human being in our lives. God bless you and your love ones forever and ever.

Posted by John S. | September 12, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Attorney who is beyond anybody's expectations

I would like to thank attorney Marc Seitles for all his hard hard over this passed year. He has gone beyond my expectations of an attorney. Through this trying time I consider him my friend. We both know the number of attorneys I have dealt with in the passed and you are by far the greatest. Thro...ugh all the hard times you kept me calm and focused on the task ahead. I can remember calling him and on the verge of losing it and he with his smooth words would calm me and reassure me that he got this "this is what you pay me to do" he would say to me. I remember when I was facing 260 months sitting in front of the Judge hearing him fight for me I knew then that I would be ok. He blew all the other attorney's away. After I heard him speak I was thinking "Let's go to trial." I only got 18 months in a camp thanks to Mr. Seitles. He is a truly one of the great ones. He has given me a second chance at life and I will grow and move forward. The staff is by far my favorite. Always there to assist in any way even to just chat or laugh. I know Marc Seitles Law Firm will always be there for me as a client and as a friend. Thank all of you also for everything you have done for me and I will see you guys very soon.

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Marc David Seitles's Lawyer Endorsements

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Martin Feigenbaum

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely qualified and an excellent trial attorney."

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Paul Donnelly

Unknown lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I fully endorse Mr. Marc Seitles. I have known and been a colleague of Marc's for well over a decade. Marc is a legal scholar and great trial lawyer. He is truly one of the finest federal lawyers not only in Miami but also the United States. Beyond that, Marc is one of the nicest people you will ever meet."

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Benjamin Scarfe

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. The quintessential advocate."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristin Figueroa-Contreras

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse attorney Marc Seitles. He has a reputation for being one of the best federal crime attorneys in South Florida. We have several mutual clients and they are very happy with his work."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Marc. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He provides excellent responses on Avvo and has superior academic credentials."

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Juan Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Hashish

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marc Seitles is an excellent attorney who takes pride in his work."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Klugh

White collar crime lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Marc Seitles' work. Marc Seitles is absolutely outstanding and obtains remarkable results for his clients through innovative and analytical approaches and unwavering commitment to his clients. No matter how difficult the task, Marc takes on the challenge and does the work needed to meet the goal."

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Sabrina Vora-Puglisi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has an excellent reputation in the community with judges, prosecutors and other attorneys. Anyone hiring Marc can be assured that they will get first class service."

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Daniel Ecarius

White collar crime lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marc Seitles for over 7 years and have watched his development into one of the stars of Miami's criminal defense bar. With his aggressive and highly effective advocacy, he has earned more dismissals on federal charges than probably any other lawyer in Miami. Additionally, he has proven to be an effective and formidable trial lawyer. Recently, he along with his partner won an almost impossible acquital in a 141 count case where his doctor client, Ali Shaygan, was charged with selling prescription medication. At the same time, Marc sincerely cares about his clients and is committed to getting the best possible outcome. You could not ask for a more talented, more committed attorney than Marc Seitles."

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Paul Donnelly

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sabrina Vora-Puglisi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Juan Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christian Lassen

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Top Lawyers, South Florida Legal Guide

2010

Most Effective Lawyer:Criminal Law Finalist, Daily Business Review

2010

Top Lawyer in State of Florida, Super Lawyers

2010

Top Lawyer, Florida Legal Elite

2010

Against All Odds, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2009

Top Lawyers, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

Top Lawers, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

Most Effective Lawyer:Criminal Law Finalist, Daily Business Review

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Partner, Law Offices of Marc David Seitles, P.A.

2000 - 2002

Assistant Federal Public Defender, Federal Public Defender

1998 - 1999

Law Clerk, Honorable Chief Judge Emeritus Lawrence K. Karlton, Eastern District of California

Associations

2008 - 2010

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Evelio Conde

Not Guilty Verdict

United States v. Ram Nandwani

Extradition Denied

United States v. Dr. Ali Shaygan

Not Guilty Verdict of 141 Counts

United States v. Gilberto & Miguel Rodriguez-Orejeula

Removal from OFAC list/Immunity from Prosecution

United States v. Terrance Frederick

Apellate Reversal

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Education

1992

Washington University in St. Louis

Speaking Engagements

2008

Criminal Justice Act Conference

Criminal Procedure

Publications

1997

Nova Law Review Criminal Procedure: The 1997 Survey of Florida Law

Languages

Spanish

English

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