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

50 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Howard | January 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you Stephan for all your effort for a positive outcome

At first, I was afraid. I was scared as I was never arrested or knew anyone who was. I was charged with Battery. If you are reading this, you are doing, not what I did as I was still in a state of shock, but my good friend did the research and he recommended, firm Meltzer & Bell and their attorne...y Stephan Dobrinsky for his education and most importantly, that he worked as an Assistant Public Defender in Broward County for over three years, dealing with Judges and Prosecutors who might be assigned to my case. What I liked about Stephan was that he was very optimistic about my case. He worked out a three-pronged plan for me. Once I was able to get him the information he requested, the case was dismissed in six weeks. I never hired a criminal defense attorney, but he led me to this positive conclusion and was always available to answer any questions without hesitation.

Posted by Rose V | October 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DUI Case

After my DUI arrest, I was overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. From our first consultation, Stephan Dobrinsky was a source of calm and expertise. He took the time to explain every step of the process, answered all of my questions patiently, and treated me with respect, not judgment. Hiring Steph...an Dobrinsky was the best decision I could have made after my DUI arrest. He’s knowledgeable, responsive, and helped me navigate a confusing process with ease. Most importantly, communication was constant and it was easy to get a hold of Stephan for any questions or concerns. Responses are prompt. Stephan secured a fantastic outcome for my case, far better than I expected. I highly recommend Stephan Dobrinsky as Attorney and his firm.

Posted by Tretesa | June 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Incredible Lawyer

If you are seeking a defense lawyer who is not only incredibly knowledgeable and effective but also genuinely cares about his clients, look no further than Stephan. He is a true professional, a master of his craft, and someone you can trust completely. Hiring him was, without a doubt, the best decisi...on I made.

Posted by Christine | May 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent and emphatic attorney

I highly recommend Stephan as a defense attorney. From the very beginning, he was helpful, empathetic, and patient. Having never navigated the legal system before, I was very overwhelmed. Stephan made the process so much easier to understand. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and clearly, no... matter how small they seemed. His communication was excellent, and he was consistently available when I needed clarification or support. What stood out most was his work ethic. Even though I know he has other clients, he made me feel like I was his only one. He put 100% effort into my case and made sure I felt supported every step of the way. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and compassionate defense attorney, I can’t recommend Stephan enough.

Posted by Melissa | April 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great experience with an incredible lawyer!

My mom and I had a 10/10 experience working with Stephan. He is incredibly professional, friendly, responsive and most importantly, a great attorney. We both agree that we would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a defense attorney!

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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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