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 Elizabeth | January 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Marc Seitles is an exceptional attorney

Marc Seitles is an exceptional attorney whom I strongly recommend to anyone in need of legal counsel. I fully trust his knowledge of the law and his guidance, which is clearly built on many years of excellence and experience. In two extremely complex cases—situations where others might have given up...—Marc took the time to truly listen, understand every detail, and explain everything in a clear and simple way. He never turned away from the challenge. Instead, he worked tirelessly and fought with determination and heart. Those cases changed the lives of people I love most. Marc stood by them, defended them with everything he had, and helped give them a second chance at life. For that, I will always be grateful. He is relentless, compassionate, and fully committed to his clients. I trust him with my eyes closed. Thank you, Marc, for everything you have done for my loved ones. My deepest gratitude will always be with you.

Posted by Izzy | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Quick Case Resolution, Fair Fees, and Peace of Mind

From the very first phone call to the moment I walked out of their office, I felt completely supported, protected, and at peace. Marc Seitles and his entire team are not just outstanding legal professionals—they are genuinely good people who care about their clients like family. After having multi...ple disappointing experiences with other attorneys—both in civil and criminal matters—I was hesitant and anxious. But Marc completely changed my perception. He listened carefully, responded quickly, and took full ownership of my case from start to finish. His ability to communicate clearly and act decisively brought immediate relief to a situation that had been causing me great stress. What impressed me the most was the speed and efficiency. If you’re looking for someone who can help you close your case fast and effectively, Marc is the one. He’s incredibly responsive—you’re not left waiting or wondering. He answers or returns your calls personally and makes sure you’re never in the dark. Even more importantly, Marc is fair and honest when it comes to money. He doesn’t create unnecessary steps to charge you more—he charges what the work is truly worth. There are no games, no inflated costs, and no hidden fees. Just straight, ethical, and transparent legal support. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for strong, honest, and compassionate legal representation.

Posted by Rosa C. | August 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

All or Nothing Attitude

Marc Seitles, is objectively one of the best criminal attorneys alive today. I hired Mr. Seitles because my mother was charged with healthcare fraud which was a shock for our entire family. We visited several attorneys, including some big names, like Roy Black. But in the end my mother hired Marc. ... Even with his broken Spanish, my mother who only speaks spanish sensed from the beginning that he had more heart and fight in him. Poor Marc, soon learned that he wasn't just taking on, one new client but two very protective daughters. Understanding that, Marc was kind and responsive to all of our questions. He listened to all of our, remarks, emails, phone calls, input, even when we made him the focus of our anger, he would give objective and well thought out responses. He understood that as a family we were also heavily affected by the charge. Our main goal, was to have our mom be placed under house arrest, probation at home. Marc fought until the end to make it happen. Before sentencing, he was going back and forth with the prosecutor, and that's what you want in an attorney, someone who doesn't stop until it's over. The day of sentencing, it was very clear he came prepared. He didn't back down from any of the judges' remarks or queries against such a lenient sentence. He rebutted every dispute, and offered a lot of cases to back him up. He truly blew us away with his "all or nothing" attitude. At the very end, we were sure the judge would give my moth 3 years in prison, she was tough, and fought him on every fact, repeatedly stating that she didn't think there was enough punishment if she let my mom stay home. Long story short, my mother got to stay home, and we could not be more appreciative of Marc for it. It was absolutely Marcs' winning attitude and persistence that got her to change her mind on the punishment issue. All our family including my mom loved his services and professionalism. I would recommend him to absolutely anyone who finds themselves in any criminal trouble, because it's so seldom that you find an attorney, who will fight for you to the end. So seldom you meet an attorney like Marc Seitles!

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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