Mitchell Bruce Polay

Mitchell Bruce Polay

also known as Mitch Polay, Mitchell B. Polay

4.4
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 39 years

Violent crime Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +5 more

200 SE 6th St Ste 502, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Mitchell

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Violent Crime 30%

If you or someone you care about has been accused of domestic violence, Attorney Mitchell Polay can help. Mitch is a dedicated and compassionate criminal defense lawyer who will vigorously fight to protect your rights.

35 years | 875 cases

30%
Criminal Defense 20%

A felony conviction can affect your future as well as your family. If you have been charged with a criminal offense you must act quickly. Merely hoping it will go away may be the worst mistake people make. Felony convictions can bring ramifications

35 years | 1,124 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 10%

The analysis and investigation for a DUI case has become more complex over the years. It is critical to hire an attorney with not only procedural experience, but one with actual courtroom experience.

35 years | 375 cases

10%
Drug Crime 10%

If you are dealing with a drug trafficking crime, now is not the time to go it alone. You need a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney on your side every step of the way. When you are under investigation or charged with a drug trafficking offense

35 years | 682 cases

10%
Federal Crime 10%

No matter how grave or serious your criminal charges may be, Mitchell Polay can handle the case. Mitch is well recognized for crafting powerful defense strategies for clients accused of high-stakes crimes, including death penalty and murder.

35 years | 287 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

35 years | 148 cases

10%
White Collar Crime 5%

35 years | 492 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Mitchell B. Polay, P.A.

200 SE 6th St Ste 502, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301-3424

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Mitchell Bruce Polay's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 17 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Travis Davis | October 23, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Travis D

Well I was a juror on a very serious case and when it comes to defense Mr polay is calm collective and extremely knowledgeable and if I were in the shoes of the accused there is know one I'd want to defend me but Mr polay. If you unfortunately find yourself in a real serious situation that causes lif...e or death I STRONGLY advise you to select Mr. Polay to defend you. His reputation precedes him.

Posted by Mike King Trenga | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved my life

I am 43 years of age today since the age of 19 Mitch has represented me For punishable by life offensive! I'm a grandfather now and a free man and if it wasn't for Mitch I would not be here . I've sent him probably 20 or 30 clients or more through the years and everyone was satisfied.. I highly r...ecommend this attorney!!! If I could give more stars I would He's very politically connected he's fair and honest I don't believe the bad reviews on here I just can't. I promise you you won't be disappointed thank you minutes for all you have done for me through my life I'm able to spread a message to help opiate addiction and I would not be able to do it if it wasn't for you thank you! God bless

Posted by Tiffany | November 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer hands down

Not only did Mitch save me from going to jail but he gave me the opportunity to become a better mother. Due to the fact that the state was trying to send me to jail after having my new born I made th decision to hire him last minute after my previous lawyer had messed up the entire case . He definite...ly cleaned up the mess he made and solved my case the best that he could within the short time limit he was given . I will recommend him over and over to everyone I come across that needs a lawyer that will never give up for his client !

Posted by Janine Vazquez | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Happy client

I hired Mitch in 2014 and I can say best decision I've ever made. Not only did he help me with my felony cases (11 cases) he also has helped my husband with with habitual driving tickets! Hands down best lawyer in South Florida!!!

Posted by Richard | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I retained Mitchell Polay for a serious offense

Mitchell Bruce Polay is an experienced and a highly respected attorney. I retained him in 2014 for a serious Aggravated battery charge. I scored a lengthy prison sentence. Mitch was able to negotiate a plea deal that I believe no other attorney would have been able to pull off. Even during my proba...tion sentence , I was able to text Mitch if I ever had any questions and he always responded. He actually cares. Thanks to Mitch I am now a free man. He was able to get my probation terminated before the halfway point. I will forever be thankful for this man. I will never forget what he did for me. Thank you Mitch

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2004

Hat Trick Award, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2003

Hat Trick Award, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associations

2020 - Present

Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Successful Defense Against The Death Penalty For Convicted Killer of BSO Deputy

The death penalty was not imposed by the jury.

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Education

1983

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

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