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 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Steven | October 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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Refuses to return Phone calls. Doesn't text back. Didn't show up for the last 3 court hearings I had. I would never recommend this attorney to anyone who needs someone reliable. If I could give negative stars I would. Sent additional business his way with promised compensation with no return on his ...word. If I was you I would save your money.

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dissatisfied Client

Mitchell Polay has not returned any of my calls, emails, letters, or texts in over two years. He was hired and has taken the money upfront and has not worked on my case. I'm not sure what my next steps without reporting him to the bar. I want him to understand that you can't make promises or guarante...es. I'm better off representing myself. I wish I would have seen these reviews first.

Posted by Frank Campos | February 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mitchell Polay

I hired Mitch last year.A friend of mine recommended him to me.Nevertheless he handle my case with wit and professionalism.He got me out of a situation that it didn't look good at a time,by far I would recommend him to anyone,any time! I was very pleased with his work...

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I haired this lawyer and regret doing so.

Let me say that at first he was very polite and sounded sincere in helping my case. As time passed he became very distant to my phone calls emails and texts.did not inform me of hearings.and would.be agitated when.I did finally get him on the phone. Asked for more money and still has not helped my si...tuation. And now I am in deeper problems then.I was before I hired.him. do not hire this lawer.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

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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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