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Born in Westchester County, New York. Mr. Schwartzreich was raised in Rye Brook, New York. He attended high school at Kents Hill School in Kents Hill Maine. Upon graduating from high school, Mr. Schwartzreich attended Muskingum College in New Concord, Ohio, receiving a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. After college, Mr. Schwartzreich attended Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida earning a Masters in Business Administration. After receiving his M.B.A., he attended St. Thomas University School of Law earning his Juris Doctor degree. Mr. Schwartzreich has extensive statewide trial experience. Mr. Schwartzreich has represented and defended clients from charges including Murder, Drug Trafficking, Rape/ Sexual Battery, Grand Theft, Fraud, DUI/DWI, Probation Hearings and Probation Violation Hearings, as well as numerous other criminal charges. He has represented thousands of clients in the State of Florida. Mr. Schwartzreich's trial experience extends over 80 jury and bench trials. Mr. Schwartzeich has also represented several law enforcement officers on behalf of the Police Benevolent Association. Mr. Schwartzreich and his firm have been featured on Dateline and 48 Hours, as well as been covered by local and state media outlets and newspapers. Mr. Schwartzreich has been mentioned in articles in the ABA Journal, the Daily Business Review, Miami Herald, Sun Sentinel, Orlando Sentinel, Palm Beach Post and other newspapers and periodicals throughout the country and world. Recognizing Mr. Schwartzreich's legal knowledge in the criminal justice system, he has been invited and has lectured three times to Russian Judges and Russian law students at the prestigious Russian Legal Academy in Moscow, Russia. He lectures to law students about the American criminal justice system. Mr. Schwartzreich has also been a guest lecturer at Saint Thomas University Law of School. Mr. Schwartzreich has been invited by Judges of the 17th Judicial Circuit to lecture to their law students and college students. Mr. Schwartzreich has successfully advocated and lobbied in the Florida Legislature as well as local city and county commissions for the firm's clients and for the rights of citizens. Mr. Schwartzreich currently coaches the mock trial team at American Heritage School. His students recently won the best mock trial team in Broward county Florida and were invited to compete in the State finals in Orlando, Florida. In 2011 he was one of teh coaches that coached American Heritage and they won the State champiionship. That year they went on to compete in the High School Nationals and came in 19th place in the country.
He is a former assistant Public Defender for the 17th Judicial Circuit in and for Broward County. In 1995, the Public Defender's Office recognized him as the Intern of the Year. Member of the Florida Bar, former member of the Dade County Bar Association and Federal Bar Association, former Treasurer of the Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, former President of the Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Former member of the National Trial Lawyers Association and member of the international Legal Fraternity Phi Delta Phi. Mr. Schwartzreich's past and current community involvement include the Fort Lauderdale Beach Rotary Club. He was previously appointed to the Human Rights Board by former Commissioner Lori Parrish and current Property Appraiser Lori Parrish. He was appointed by Councilwoman Sharon Uria of Plantation to serve as an alternate on the City of Plantation's Zoning Board. Mr. Schwartzreich has been featured on Fox Business News Newtork on the Neil Cavuto Show, Fox Headline News, MSNBC, and other national news networks and continues to be a legal commentator on national news talk shows. He is married to attorney Mila Schwartzreich, who currently works in the legal department for the Broward Sheriff's Office. They have two children. Copyright 2011 © Schwartzreich & Associates, P.A., All Rights Reserved. taken from web.
All Criminal Defense. All the Time!
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
30 years
DUI and DWI
15%
Domestic Violence
5%
Expungement
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Schwartzreich & Associates
(855) 584-0590
Mobile
(954) 525-8331
Fax
One West Las Olas Blvd Suite 600, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Eric Tolin Schwartzreich's Reviews
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Posted by Ray | October 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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CEO
Eric Schwartzreich is an outstanding lawyer. As the owner of a certified recovery residence, I have worked with Eric on numerous occasions to help individuals turn their lives around. Eric and his team has had great success of getting individuals treatment versus incarceration. I highly recommend thi...
Posted by Tasha | September 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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exceptional at his craft
Eric is an incredibly talented and effective criminal defense attourney. His delivery in court is strategic, heavy hitting, and left me feeling confident I chose the right attourney to defend my case. Eric invests his all in his cases and that was clear by his prepertion, execution, and successful ou...
Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Professional in Criminal Defense
Eric was extremely thorough, compassionate, and professional. I was dealing with false allegations, and Eric was there with me every step of the way. He made himself available, was very honest, and was clearly an absolute expert in the field. My case was dropped during the investigation process. I wo...
Posted by Ian | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Mr.
If you are looking for the best you need to call Eric Schwartzreich! 100% there for you no BS and will take care of business! Eric was excellent in selecting a jury and cross-examination of police officers. Needless to say, justice was served NOT GUILTY!
Posted by Lori | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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The Best of the Best
Eric is the best attorney I’ve ever known. He’s aggressive, yet ethical. He truly listens and gets results. He exceeded all my expectations. He knows his stuff. I felt so safe knowing he’s by my side and my advocate. He really is an especially gifted attorney that also has people skills... which is p...
Eric Tolin Schwartzreich's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eric is a great lawyer and an amazing person! He has handled many matters for my clients and has received excellent results! He is extremely knowledgeable, professional and compassionate! I highly recommend this attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Two words describe Eric: "great advocate"!"
"Very well connected and gets results. I endorse this lawyer."
"Eric is a very fine lawyer who works tirelessly for his clients. He is well regarded in the community and I would trust him to represent my family if they ever needed it."
"Great criminal trial lawyer. He handles many high profile cases and is well respected. He is a tough lawyer who fights hard for his clients. He is also well liked and very personable. Highly recommended."
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"I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have known Eric for quite a while and I endorse him."
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"Eric Schwartzreich is a highly respected lawyer in the community. I have handled several cases against him while I was a prosecutor, and I have consulted with him on various issues since I have become a defense attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional. I endorse this lawyer."
"Eric is a dedicated criminal defense attorney. His understanding of the law and his trial experience make him an asset to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Always the zealous advocate, Eric fights for his clients at every turn. I proudly endorse this lawyer."
"Eric Schwartzreich is on top of his game and one of the few "go to" lawyers in Ft. Lauderdale. He genuinely cares about his clients and enjoys a reputation of always going that necessary extra mile in representing them – and their families too. He knows, like I do, that we represent the client's entire hurting, frightened family and not just the client, when one of their loved ones is in trouble. Eric, as a veteran trial lawyer, is very impressive on many levels; and you'll simply notice this right away with his commanding presence and appearance, his uniquely relaxed style of being so relational with everyone involved in the case, his oratory skills, disarming demeanor and obvious competence. He is well respected by the prosecutors and the judges, and of course this always inures to his clients' benefit. It is an honor for me to highly endorse Eric Schwartzreich as the preferred criminal defense lawyer in South Florida!"
"I met Mr. Schwartzreich approximately 10 years ago in my capacity as a prosecutor. I always found him to be completely professional and a zealous advocate for his clients. Any client of his is in good hands and it is without hesitation that I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases with Mr. Schwartzreich as a prosecutor, and have since sat next to him as a member of the defense bar. He has a reputation as a professional and prepared trial attorney. Additionally, I know Mr. Schwartzreich to a an active member of his community through our work on mock trial teams at local high schools."
"I endorse this lawyer. I previously worked for Mr. Schwartzreich before attending law school myself. As such, I have had the opportunity of seeing Mr. Schwartzreich in the courtroom and outside of the courtroom. He is professional and an overall great laywer. His office staff is also very helpful, which is important as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney, hard working and very ethical."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Eric is a leader in our legal community here in South Florida, and is also well respected throughout State. He has become a trusted and most reliable source that I often look to for assistance or guidence myself. As someone who knows this entire community as a lifelong resident, I know that Eric's commitment, dedication and strong work ethic he consistantly demonstrated during the last ten years I have known him have made Eric the leader that he has become."
"Eric is a caring and enthusiastic advocate for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Double Hat Trick, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Martindale- Hubbell, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
2014
AV rating Martindale-Hubell, AV rated Preeminent Martindale- Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Hat Trick Award. Three Consecutive not guilty verdicts, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2011
American Heritage School Mock Trial Champs, Florida Law Related Association
2011
Certificate of Achievement, National High School Mock Trial
2006
Best Attorney Coach, American Heritage Mock Trial Class
1993
Intern of the Year, Broward County Public Defender's Office
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Coach Teacher of Mock Trial Team, American Heritage School
2000 - Present
Guest. Legal Commentator, Local and National TV and Radio
1996 - 1998
Attorney, Broward County Public Defender's Office
1993 - 1994
Volunteer Guatdian Ad Litem, Florida Guardian Ad Litem Program
Associations
2014 - Present
National Trial LawyersCriminal Trial Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney Member
2010 - Present
United States for the Eastern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
Plantation Florida City CounselAppointed Alternate Plantation Zoning Board
2008 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1998 - Present
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida 2007–presenMember
2009 - 2010
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
2006 - 2008
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersFormer President
2004 - 2005
Broward Association of Criminal Defense LawyersTreasurer
2004 - 2005
appointed by Broward CommisionerHuman Rights Board
2002 - 2003
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1999 - 2000
Academy of Florida Trial LawyersMember
1996 - 1997
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
1995 - 1996
American Inns of CourtAssociate Member
1993 - 1994
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v Wenngert
Not guilty
State of Florida vs Ariella Rubinger Appeal with M. Chicotsky, M. Gottlieb
Reversed
State v Mareus 11-015890CF10A
not guilty
State v Swadkins 12-001530MM10A
not guilty
Education
1996
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
M.B.A
1991
Muskingum College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Boward County Boys and Girls Club
What a Criminal Defense Attorney Does.
2008
Trial Advocacy Class Guest Speaker
Litigating and being an Effective Trial Attorney
2006
Russian Academy of Justice
Representing High Profile Defendants in America
2001
Russian Academy of Justice Moscow, Russia
American Judicial System
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers