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Brett L. Schlacter is the managing and founding partner of Schlacter Law. Mr. Schlacter, originally from New York, received his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration Finance from the University of Florida and his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University Law School. While at NSU Law School, Mr. Schlacter was a Senior Staff member of the Law Review. Mr. Schlacter graduated top 2% of his law school class and was awarded the well-regarded Nova Merit Scholarship. During and after law school, Mr. Schlacter lectured in the areas of Constitutional Law, Contracts, and Torts, and founded one of South Florida’s most prominent law school tutoring companies, BLS Tutoring. During law school, Mr. Schlacter also served as a clerk for a prominent federal judge in the Southern District of Florida.
Mr. Schlacter began his career at a boutique civil litigation firm specializing in business and real estate litigation and corporate representation of companies. Subsequently, Mr. Schlacter worked at a large national defense firm where he represented various property owners and corporate entities (including, but not limited to, hotels, casinos, condominium associations, commercial freight carriers, bars, and clubs) in claims arising from traumatic personal injuries, injuries caused by code violations, and injuries caused by premises in disrepair. He has also litigated claims of negligent security for a wide array of on-property offenses including assaults and batteries, targeted attacks, and rapes.
Currently, Mr. Schlacter predominately practices in the areas of Personal Injury and Wrongful Death litigation. Mr. Schlacter also has a substantial corporate transactional and litigation practice. Mr. Schlacter is a Mount Sinai Young President and has other notable philanthropic affiliations in Miami-Dade County. Mr. Schlacter is licensed to practice law in the Florida State Courts and in the Southern and Middle District Courts of Florida.
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Posted by Jay | March 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
My second case with Brett Schlacter was a larger case than my 1st case. I was hurt in a car accident, someone hit me from behind in the express lane on I95. As in my 1st case everything was done very professionally by his amazing office staff. My second case took a little more time because it was a l...
Posted by Jenny | June 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Let’s just say Brett and his team are the best in town,first time I met with Brett I knew he was going to be able to help me thru my case. I was involved in a car accident and had to go thru multiple surgical treatments and was very well informed by Brett and his team on where to go and what to expec...
Posted by JimmyTercero | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
The story started two years ago on December 2016 when I was doing a red light and a careless driver hit me in the back give me a whiplash and more injuries I didn’t know I had at the moment, this accident cost me cost me headaches and migraines constantly, for the following two years . A friend of ...
Posted by Adelita Torres | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
The best dedicated Lawyer & Team they all handled my case with extremely diligent and professionalism in all the aspect on getting my settlement as soon as possible" Extremely Professional in every aspect of getting me the best settlement possible Mr. Schlacter & his Team was always on point and up ...
Posted by Shanika | January 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Where do I begin? He was very nice, very professional, and very concerned about my injuries and getting me the compensation I deserved. They were always calling to keep me updated with my case. I am very confident that I couldn't have found a better law firm. I love them all!
"I endorse Brett. As opposing counsel on a complex injury case, I have seen his work firsthand and how he zealously advocates for his clients."
"I have known Brett since our law school years. He is a knowledgeable, tenacious and brilliant attorney who truly cares about his clients."
"Brett has always been brilliant. He is equipped with both a high degree of professionalism and legal knowledge. I certainly recommend him for your legal needs. I would totally refer him clients because I know he would handle every case with care and attention to detail."
"I have had the pleasure to meet Brett in law school and now we work together as co-counsel on many cases. Brett is accessible, knowledgeable and personable. A natural leader and determined litigator, Brett is the attorney you want in your corner."
"Mr. Schlacter is an aggressive advocate for his clients. He is available, open to hear and listen to you. Avoid the billboard lawyers and go with the man who you know and who will know you and the details of your case."
"I have first hand knowledge of Mr. Schlacter's drive and intellect. He is a passionate individual, with dedication to achieve positive results."
"Brett is an excellent attorney who works tremendously hard for his clients and exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism in the legal community. I would recommend him to any prospective client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Schlacter is one of the finest Tort Attorneys in the state of Florida. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recomend his legal services."
"I have known Brett since we attended college at UF. He has grown into a skilled litigator. His confidence and intelligence enable him to deal with a wide variety of legal issues. I would trust Brett with all my legal problems. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"Brett is an intelligent, diligent, and focused attorney. Any client would be lucky to have Brett as their representative."
"Brett is a no nonsense lawyer that focuses on his clients needs and efficiently gets the best results in the shortest time possible."
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2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Recognition, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2017
Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Nova Merit Award, Shepard Broad Law Center
2012
Summa Cum Laude, Shepard Broad Law Center
2011
Outstanding performance in the area of Constitutional Law, B'nai B'rith Justice Unit
2011
Book Award Constitutional Law, CALI
2010
Book Award Contracts, CALI
2010
Class Rank 1/400 First Semester Law School, Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Brett L. Schlacter, P.A.
2013 - 2014
Lawyer, Lydecker|Diaz
2011 - 2011
Summer Associate, Conrad and Scherer
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
2018 - Present
BNI Elite ProfessionalsPresident
2017 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Florida BarMember
2012 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2016 - 2016
Elite ProfessionalsVice President
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2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BS Finance
2017
Hurricane Irma Property Damage Claims
2016
Damages in Personal Injury Cases
2016
Recent Developments in Personal Injury Protection Law
2014
Professionalism in the Legal Profession
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