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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Brett Michael Schwartz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Posted by Hugo | January 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best Criminal Attorney in Miami

Are you in a pickle and need the best representation to protect yourself and your loved ones? Look no further... Law offices of HAGER & Schwartz bring a wealth of experience, energy and most important they are HONEST! To make a long story short; I was arrested while studying at the University of ...Miami (yr. 2000 - 17 years ago with no prior criminal history before or after this incident) and due to poor and negligent representation by a previous Attorney (Brad Alexander/Miami, Fl) who was found negligent and disbarred for negligence to a permanent resident like myself/ Alexander had his client plea guilty which hindered his immigration status). I pleaded guilty to a charge in which immediately hindered my immigration status and changed my status to deportable under immigration law. 15 years had passed since my only arrest in Miami and like anyone I tried to forget and move on. I worked hard and created a productive life. I served our country at a time of war (United States Navy - after Sept. 11, 2001. I met and married my wife while stationed in Pearl Harbor, Hi. We were blessed and had 2 children. While traveling on business and trying to return to United States of America; I was stopped and held in detention (George Bush - Houston Detention Facility) due to the arrest that happened while I was a student at the University of Miami. Now Customs/Department of Homeland Defense were telling me I would have to see an immmigration judge. WOW! Can you believe a VETERAN who served at a time of war was being held captive in his own country??? Yeah... Me and my family and friends were also confused and scared! How, why, who could allow this to happen? Thanks be to GOD I researched and found the Law Offices of HAGER & SCHWARTZ. Mr. Schwartz made ONLY one promise; He would give me 100%. Mr. Schwartz was very clear and informative from the start. No hidden agenda or prolonged game plan to rake money from the person/client in a jam. Mr. Schwartz worked on the other side of the table so he is well aware of the approach from the District Attorney and prosecutors. My story ends with REDEMPTION! All GLORY TO JESUS! Mr. Schwartz and his Team were professional and persistent. The judge VACATED my charge due to my productivity and allegiance to our great country. I will never have the capacity to repay or thank this amazing Team for what they have done for me and my family. All I can do is pray and offer my story in hopes someone in a similar position will reach out to HAGER & SCHWARTZ and receive the best representation available in MIAMI, FL. May GOD BLESS HAGER & SCHWARTZ. Sincerely, Hugo - VETERAN “Strongest Navy In The World”

Posted by Maribel Kaminski | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Ten-Year old case RESOLVED

I have no words to express my gratitude for Mr. Schwartz's help in successfully handling a case that dated back almost ten years. His professionalism, consistency and attention to detail are exceptional and his knowledge in his area of expertise is second to none! Thank You!!!!

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

This lawyer helps aliviate the fear of being a criminal defendant.

There are not enough positive things I can say about Attorney Brett Schwartz and his stellar representation of a member of my family. I am an attorney myself and was frightened when a close family member was charged, and overcharged, with multiple criminal offenses. They were not blameless, but the ...charges if left undefended could have let to massive fines and even incarceration, for someone with no serious criminal convictions. We called Attorney Schwartz in what I would say was a state of panic, and fear, and by the end of a 10 minute phone call his words “I can help” were what we needed to hear and in fact, completely true, as the case ended with no convictions, no jail time, no fines, and only a probationary period. His decades of experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, give him experience and knowledge of the criminal court system that cannot be duplicated, and help the firm to achieve the best possible results. Not only did Brett Schwartz go above and beyond his obligations to attend to our case, he was available literally 24/7 for any and all questions and concerns, explained the plan and what we had to do on our end, and followed through every step of the way to achieve what he had informed us was possible for these charges. In addition his staff were helpful, friendly, and copied us on things like answers and filings, so we were always up to date on the status of things, and not fearful of what was going on. When you are going through something as scary as the criminal justice system, the humanity of dealing with such a caring and competent law firm is invaluable. I would highly recommend the office of Hager and Schwartz in the future for anyone needed legal assistance in Florida. They were excellent.

Posted by Pamela | July 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Works until job is done

Brett was hired by my family to cover a case in juvenile court for my nephew. He was unable to keep case in juvenile court and he was able to allow him to go to a program so when program is over he would not have a record. He explained everything to my family and updated us on the case. He never rus...hed because each time we appeared for court it was always some type of delay. I would recommend him to anyone for anytime of case.

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

Got in trouble you need to call on GOD and call Mr Brett Schwarz

Hi, my name is Rodrigue, In the beginning of December 2014, I got myself into some serious trouble with the law, I was looking at a maximum of ten years behind bars, but I do know a GOD who knows Mr Brett. and GOD directed me to Mr Brett, honestly I thought my life was done for the fact that I am no...t a us citizens, and three years before this I was ordered to be deported back to my country by in immigration judge because I didn't have proper document to stay in the U.S. and the prosecutor knew about my deportation status I was really panicking. To make a long story short Mr Brett accepted to represent me. Money was not an issue Mr Brett work out affordable monthly payment for me. Now that Mr Brett is representing me my hopes was to keep me out of jail maybe get probation or something But Mr Brett knows what best he said to me jail or probation will cause me to get deported. So Mr Brett said he's going to fight to get me a diversion program and he did. I can go on and on saying how great attorney Mr Brett is but how about you find out for yourself. I'm giving Mr Brett five star is because that's the most I can give, because of Mr Brett and his wonderful staff I have a second chance to fix my immigration status And for all your help Mr Brett, my family and I would like thank you in our native language, Merci beaucoup.

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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

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"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

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Suzanne Williams

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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2018

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2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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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