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.
https://www.schlacterlaw.com/about-us/brett-schlacter-esq-/ Office: (305) 440-1323
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2012 | 06/01/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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10 Best Client Satisfaction Award | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2018 |
Recognition | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2018 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
Million Dollar Advocate | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2017 |
Top 40 under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
10 Best | American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers | 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 |
Nova Merit Award | Shepard Broad Law Center | 2013 |
Summa Cum Laude | Shepard Broad Law Center | 2012 |
Book Award Constitutional Law | CALI | 2011 |
Outstanding performance in the area of Constitutional Law | B'nai B'rith Justice Unit | 2011 |
Book Award Contracts | CALI | 2010 |
Class Rank 1/400 First Semester Law School | Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | The Law Offices of Brett L. Schlacter, P.A. | 2014 - Present |
Lawyer | Lydecker|Diaz | 2013 - 2014 |
Summer Associate | Conrad and Scherer | 2011 - 2011 |
Law Clerk | U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida | 2010 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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BNI Elite Professionals | President | 2018 - Present |
Florida Justice Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 2012 - Present |
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division | Member | 2012 - Present |
Elite Professionals | Vice President | 2016 - 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
University of Florida | BS Finance | 2009 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Elite Professionals Collaboration | Hurricane Irma Property Damage Claims | 2017 |
Elite Professionals | Recent Developments in Personal Injury Protection Law | 2016 |
Elite Professionals | Damages in Personal Injury Cases | 2016 |
New Student Orientation | Professionalism in the Legal Profession | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Auto Negligence | 1,625,000.00 |
Auto Accident | $1,625,000.00 |
Pedestrian Accident | $775,000.00 |
Slip and Fall | $400,000.00 |
Slip and Fall | $375,000.00 |
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Aaron Neifeld, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 6, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Alessandro Giordano, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 22, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Brett since our law school years. He is a knowledgeable, tenacious and brilliant attorney who truly cares about his clients.
Aaron Neifeld, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 6, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Alessandro Giordano, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 22, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Brett since our law school years. He is a knowledgeable, tenacious and brilliant attorney who truly cares about his clients.
Enrique Elorza, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 8, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Very professional and takes the time to hear what clients have to say. I endorse this lawyer.
Nicole Vette, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 8, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brett is smart and professional. I highly recommend him in the area of personal injury.
Beatrice Bijoux, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 12, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Marc Rosenthal, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Justin Weinstein, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 19, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Mary Zogg, Personal injury Attorney on May 23, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Justin Linn, Personal injury Attorney on May 5, 2016
Relationship: Friend
I have first hand knowledge of Mr. Schlacter's drive and intellect. He is a passionate individual, with dedication to achieve positive results.
Daniel DiMatteo, Personal injury Attorney on May 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Aric Williams, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Sheehan Gobin, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Brett. He is a very knowledgeable and dedicated attorney.
Lyle Long, Litigation Attorney on Sep 8, 2015
Relationship: Friend
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.
Matthew Glachman, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brett is an intelligent, diligent, and focused attorney. Any client would be lucky to have Brett as their representative.
Moshe Rubinstein, Personal injury Attorney on May 21, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Brett is a no nonsense lawyer that focuses on his clients needs and efficiently gets the best results in the shortest time possible.