Brett Michael Schwartz

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Brett Michael Schwartz

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

555 Northeast 15th Street, Penthouse A, Miami, FL

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About Brett

Biography

Your Dedicated Defender in Miami's Criminal Courts - Experience, Commitment, Results.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

We zealously represent those who are charged with any misdemeanor or felony offense in State or Federal Court.

90%
DUI and DWI 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016 2015
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 13 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2012

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Hager & Schwartz, P.A.

555 Northeast 15th Street, Penthouse A, Miami, FL, 33132

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12 S.E. 7th St., Suite 611, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

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Hager & Schwartz, P.A.

140 South Beach Street, Suite 401, Daytona Beach, FL, 32114

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Brett Michael Schwartz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Islande | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer I have ever met!!

During the month of December 2014 my husband got arrested and he needed a criminal lawyer to defend him with his felony case. I went online and did some research and came across the law offices of Hager & Schwartz. I read the reviews and most of them were five stars and the outcome of the cases were ...mostly dismissed. When I saw that I immediately told my husband that this law office can help you fight your case and we made a decision to hire Brett Schwartz. When we visited the office it was very welcoming and professional. The Secretary was very nice and helpful and assists us the best way possible. Furthermore that's when we met Brett and told him about the charges and his word was thAt this case is a peace of cake and he can get the charges dropped and he did. The case lasted for at least 8 months. During those months it was very stressful for me and my husband but through it all God sent Brett to do his job and got my husband into a program even though a first the prosecutors wanted jail time. But we prevailed and I am so very thankful to Brett with his professionalism, honesty, and be straight forward from the beginning. I am truly greatful for Brett and his Secretary Thuy work.

Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2015 | Domestic Violence

Knows the law, is straightforward and gets the job done!

We worked with Brett on a domestic violence charge. He was the third lawyer we went to and we FINALLY got the result we desired. His knowledge of the law, the system and straightforwardness are beyond impressive. He "tells it like it is", but he knows how to get the job done. In our case, we were... stuck in traffic and he had won before we even got to the courtroom. I can't say enough about his competence and true care for his clients. IF YOU NEED HELP GO SEE BRETT!!!

Posted by Camila | March 04, 2015 | Domestic Violence

Excellent Job

I was looking for a lawyer for my DV case and I was impressed by the reviews, profile in their website, and the fact that when I contacted them the call went straight to their cellphone. I decided to trust Mr. Schwartz without having any recommendations from third parties. He did an excellent job wi...th my case and I am more than happy and satisfied as client. He answered to my phone calls and messages promptly even after regular office/working hours. I will highly recommend him to anyone that needs an excellent criminal lawyer.

Posted by R | September 25, 2014 | Domestic Violence

Extremely satisfied client

I highly recommend the law firm Hager & Schwartz PA. Mr. Schwartz handled my battery/domestic violence case in such a professional and expedient manner. My wife and I were celebrating our 25th anniversary in South Beach, Florida when a hotel staffer turned what should have been the happiest vacation ...into our worst nightmare. The second night of our stay we went out clubbing, celebrating our anniversary. When we arrived back at the hotel later that night, my wife and I had an argument that resulted in a 911 call from the hotel front desk clerk. The hotel staff member called 911 and told the police we were fighting. When the police arrived, they stated; “When a 911 call is made in Florida and the caller is alleging harm, someone had to be arrested” and escorted me to jail. Since the alleged victim was my wife, the police arrested me for domestic violence. I spent the next 2 days in jail waiting for an arraignment and bail. Once released from jail, my wife and I contacted the law firm Hager & Schwartz to discuss my case. I called on a Sunday expecting to get voice mail and a returned call during business hours. I was pleasantly surprised when the call was forward to Mr. Schwartz cell phone. Mr. Schwartz, made me feel confident in his experience and abilities as a former prosecutor handling similar cases. He promised he would do everything within his power to help me. He even gave me his cell number to call anytime to discuss my concerns. In addition, as promised his firm acted immediately on my behalf. The results from Mr. Schwartz far exceeded my expectations. At the first sounding, he had my case dismissed and is currently having my case expunged. I never expected this to happen so quickly given the current media coverage and national outrage concerning domestic violence. Being from out of state, I cannot thank Mr. Schwartz enough for handling our case so quickly and effectively and keeping us informed of the process along the way. Thank you again-

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Brett Michael Schwartz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gordon Nicol

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Professional through and through. Very knowledgeable and experienced attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Callahan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Isabel Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Brett on a number of sensitive cases involving an overlap of criminal and immigration issues. Through Brett's hard work and strong representation of our mutual clients, he is able to expertly handle the criminal case to avoid deportation in many of our cases. I would highly recommend Brett."

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Jonathan Blecher

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brett is a bright and thorough lawyer who really cares about his clients interests. He also has legal pedigree as his father was a respected judge in Miami for many years."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Andrea Gundersen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Brett to be a competent attorney who diligently represents his clients. I would recommend this attorney"

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Robert Collier

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brett is an excellent criminal defense attorney and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a top criminal defense attorney in South Florida."

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Eric Ansel

Unknown lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Steinberg

Unknown lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled trial attorney with great experience in criminal and DV cases."

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Elias Dsouza

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Exceptional trial skills."

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John Hager

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable about the law, is a former prosecutor and has exceptional trial skills."

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Diana Castrillon

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I find that Brett does a wonderful job representing clients I have sent to him over the years in Criminal Defense matters and I am always happy to refer a client to him because I know he will do a great job. It is my pleasure to endorse this attorney for his professionalism and ethics in his practice."

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John Hager

Criminal defense lawyer

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Suzanne Williams

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Robert Collier

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

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2025

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Partner, Hager & Schwartz, PA

2001 - 2003

Associate, Conroy, Simberg, Ganon, Krevans, Abel, Lurvey, Morrow & Schefer, PA

1998 - 2001

Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney

Associations

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

American Bar Association

Member

The Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

The Dade County Bar Association

Member

Shaken Baby Alliance

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Robbery by Sudden Snatching/Resisting without Violence

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Education

N/A

South Texas College of Law

Law

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University of Miami

Bachelors

Publications

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Hager & Schwartz, P.A. Criminal Blog Stand Your Ground, Good or Evil?

Languages

English

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