Stephan J Dobrinsky

Stephan J Dobrinsky

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Litigation Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense

110 SE 6th St Fl 17, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Stephan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 11 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2014

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Meltzer & Bell, P.A.

110 SE 6th St Fl 17, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301-5047

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Stephan J Dobrinsky's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

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Posted by Digmarys | May 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney

More Than an Attorney—Someone Who Truly Cares

There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for Stephan Dobrinsky. He came highly recommended by another attorney who told me, “If you need a criminal lawyer in Broward, call Stephan.” That recommendation turned out to be one of the best pieces of advice I have ever received. What stoo...d out immediately was how personal his approach was. He never made me feel like just another case file. He listened carefully, paid attention to every detail, and took the time to understand who I was beyond my legal situation. During a time when I was carrying a lot of stress, embarrassment, and uncertainty, that meant more than I can put into words. Stephan fought for me, guided me through every step, and always made me feel supported. His professionalism is exceptional, but what truly sets him apart is his character. He genuinely cares about his clients and treats them with compassion and respect. If you are looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, dedicated, responsive, and truly invested in helping people, I can recommend him without hesitation. He helped me through one of the toughest experiences of my life, and I will always be thankful to him for that.

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A man of his word

This attorney came recommended through a buddy of mine when I was looking for an attorney for my partner. Stephan is a class act , the whole way through the process he helped my partner with her situation , constant communication, can’t say enough how I watched him come through for her at the end. He...’s a class act. Ms. Of his word , can’t say enough good things about him. At the end , everything turned out great

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

case closed

I can’t recommend Stephan enough he was amazing to work with very dedicated, and truly committed to my case from start to finish. For over a year, he made sure I was heard every step of the way and took the time to keep me informed and involved in every decision. What stood out most was how determine...d he was to explore every possible option and strategy before even considering settling for anything less, and in the end he was able to get my case dismissed which meant everything to me

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Baker Act assistance

Stephan was awesome to work with during a stressful situation. He moved fast, kept everything clear, and really knew what he was doing. Thanks to him we were able to get out of the hospital sooner than anticipated. Really appreciate his help, highly recommend.

Posted by Angela | April 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Criminal Case

I reached out to several attorneys regarding my case, and Stephan was the only one who truly took the time to listen to my entire story. From the beginning, he made me feel heard, not judged, and genuinely cared about my situation. While others were quick to push me toward the worst-case outcome, ...he stood firm and said, “We’re going to try everything before even considering that.” That alone gave me hope during one of the most stressful times in my life. Not only did he fight for me, but he ultimately got my case dismissed...something I honestly didn’t think was possible. He saved me an incredible amount of time, money, and emotional stress. Beyond being an exceptional attorney, he is a compassionate and dedicated person who truly advocates for his clients. I will always be grateful. He was God sent

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Stephan J Dobrinsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Connie Kaplan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It is rare to see an attorney not only committed to the client's case, but to the overall impact the case could have on their life, future, and immigration status. He communicates very well, and knows when the client needs to engage counsel for non-criminal advice. A pleasure to work with!"

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David Goudreau

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney. Always a pleasure to work on cases together."

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Lindsay Lawrence Chase

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Me. Dobrinsky is a very intelligent and hard working lawyer. He always goes above and beyond to research issues and get the best outcome for his clients. With Mr. Dobrinsky’s knowledge of the law and talent, you are in good hands!"

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Manuel "Manny" Serra-Jovenich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Stephan was a stellar Public Defender in Broward County - he truly cared for his clients and provided them with great representation. I would feel comfortable with Stephan on my case or referring him a case."

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Rachel Newman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin Duran

Criminal defense lawyer

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Manuel "Manny" Serra-Jovenich

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Lindsay Lawrence Chase

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Book Award- Trial Practice Class, University of Florida Levin College of Law

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Partner, Meltzer & Bell, P.A.

2016 - 2019

Assistant Public Defender, Broward County Public Defender's Office

2014 - 2016

Associate- Insurance Defense, Bronstein & Carmona, PA

2013 - 2013

Certified Legal Intern, Alachua County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Possession of Cannabis

The State Attorney’s Office dismissed the case pre-hearing.

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Education

2014

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2011

University of Maryland, College Park

BA

Languages

English

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