David Alan Frankel

David Alan Frankel

4.5
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Civil Rights, Appeals

17 NE 4th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Offices of David Alan Frankel

17 NE 4th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

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David Alan Frankel's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brian | June 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights

Had Me Sign A Retainer Then Took My Case Hostage.

Be careful of hiring this guy. He is insidious. He called me after my criminal case was dropped Nolle Prosequi. Talked me into signing a contingency retainer to sue for police misconduct and false arrest. He held on the case for 3 months as the deadline to file before statue of limitations runs out. ...When I call now hangs hangs up the phone because of reasons he will not say. My opinion is he wants money UPFRONT or he will try to claim it was his case now that I signed on another Lawyer!! Becarefull when a lawyer wants to sign on too fast. My Opinion of this man is horrid!!! Stay Away!!!!

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney

We are so thankful for David and his team at Blue lotus law firm in Fort Lauderdale. We had a criminal case and he knew exactly how to handle it. He always kept us in the loop and always kept us informed. His team fought all the way and the end result was exactly what we had wanted. I would highly r...ecommend again, extremely professional. Thank you David for believing in us- from Michelle.

Posted by Paul | August 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney - Simplified my life!

I met David Frankel during the most difficult period of my life. I was beginning the process for a divorce after nearly 20 years of marriage and was, to say the least, not at my best. From the beginning, David was was very reassuring, calm and completely professional. For me, divorce was a comple...x, emotion-filled, draining and frightening event. It was filled with heated exchanges and arguments between my ex and I that I worried would end up costing us both a lot of money. Somehow, in the chaos and madness of it all, David remained a steady voice of reason. He helped me to navigate through the process at minimal cost and preserved everyone's pride and dignity at the same time. When the process began, I recall having huge arguments with my ex that left me so frustrated that I couldn't see straight. I would call David to explain. He always reassured me. He always listened. He always took my calls. He always offered thoughtful advice. He always made me feel like I was his only client. Put simply, he always cared. During one of the calls, I questioned whether he was losing money by having me as a client. He laughed and he answered something to the effect of, "Don't worry about that. Let's focus on what happened with your ex that got you so frustrated." In the end, my divorce was settled in a very short period of time and with minimal expense. Both my ex and I ended the proceedings with our integrity intact and life went on. No one's bank account was drained due to attorney's fees and although the process was contentious at times, both my ex and I walked away with honor. David is the reason things happened that way. He was like "The Divorce Whisperer." Everything, including time-sharing for the children, savings accounts, properties, cars, etc. were split amicably. I don't know anyone that can say that about their divorce with the exception of the people I've referred to David. David handles other legal matters besides divorce but I happened to retain him for my divorce. I would certainly retain his services again and will continue to recommend him to anyone that needs an excellent attorney.

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David Alan Frankel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jan Morris

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known David for almost 40 years and I can say unequivocally that he possesses the highest degree of intelligence, expertise, temperament and professionalism. After retiring from the State after more than 20 years handling major felony cases in Broward County, he has taken his talents handling criminal defense and civil rights cases in both State and Federal Courts throughout Florida. I would highly recommend David without hesitation."

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Ralph Behr

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Frankel from the courtroom for over twenty years. I've been practicing criminal law in South Florida since 1988. I've gone up against him as a prosecutor and I've seen his work as a defense lawyer. He is a brilliant trial lawyer, a true champion for his clients and is highly respected by judges and other attorneys."

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Jason Kreiss

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is a brilliant trial attorney who fights for his client's rights both in criminal and civil court. David is a true lawyer's 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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John O'Brien

Administrative law lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Kevin Tynan

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1988 - 2010

Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney

Associations

2013 - Present

Legal Aid Society

Pro Bono Counsel

2010 - Present

Connected Warriors, Inc.

General Counsel

2010 - Present

Connected Warriors, Inc.

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Colorado v. Daryl Honowitz

Charges dismissed

United States v. Edward Almonte

Charge dismissed

Lynch v. Lynch

Granted annulment

State of Florida v. Walter Dendy and Neil Bross

Successful jury verdict

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Successful Jury Verdicts

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Education

1987

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

Vanderbilt University

Speaking Engagements

2009

Young Prosecutors Fundementals

How to Pick a Jury

2005

State Fire College, Prosecutors Annual Seminar

Prosecution of Arson, Insurance Fraud

Languages

English

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