Gary Stephen Ostrow

Gary Stephen Ostrow

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +5 more

3000 NE 30th Pl Ste 302, Fort Lauderdale, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2015
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About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Gary S. Ostrow, P.A believes that true advocacy entails defending your reputation, protecting your rights, and pursuing your freedom.

43 years | 500 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

A DUI/DWI is a difficult charge to successfully challenge. Therefore, in order to effectively protect your driving privileges, criminal record, and freedom, it is important to have a DUI lawyer that has exceptional experience.

43 years | 60 cases

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

That’s why under most circumstances we advise people never to pay their tickets. At the Traffic Ticket Help Center we assert an arsenal of defenses and legal strategies in order to get a desirable outcome for your traffic tickets.

43 years | 55 cases

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

Domestic Violence Lawyer Gary Ostrow P.A. specializes in defending those accused of domestic violence. Gary S. Ostrow has handled many domestic violence cases and is prepared to defend you in court.

43 years | 30 cases

10%
Federal Crime 10%

Attorney Gary Ostrow is experienced in both state and federal crimes. If you've been convicted of a Federal crime, do not hesitate to contact Ostrow, PA today!

43 years | 15 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

the Law Office of Gary S. Ostrow, we know not all people accused of sex offenses are in fact guilty of the charges. We believe that those facing such charges deserve the best possible defense and representation.

43 years | 30 cases

10%
Violent Crime 10%

If you’ve been arrested, indicted, or are under investigation for murder or homicide it is extremely important to seek the assistance of a qualified criminal law attorney who can aggressively defend your legal rights.

43 years | 15 cases

10%
Civil Rights 5%

Have you been wrongfully accused or mistreated by an officer of the law? You may have a case! Contact attorney Gary Ostrow today for a free case evaluation!

43 years | 10 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 43 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1982

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2015

Location

Law Offices of Gary Stephen Ostrow

3000 NE 30th Pl Ste 302, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33306-1904

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Gary Stephen Ostrow's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Defense Attorney

Gary Ostrow is an excellent defense attorney! I immediately felt comfortable after my very first meeting and was treated with the utmost respect, which made a very stressful period of our lives bearable. Mr. Ostrow kept my family informed through each step of the process. I am happy to say that all... charges were ultimately DISMISSED! Cannot say enough good things about this attorney - Thank you Gary Ostrow!

Posted by Sandra | March 09, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Gets the job done!!!!! Five Stars!!!!

Gary Ostrow is an amazing attorney. He assisted me in two cases and what I really liked best was he always kept me informed. He gives his clients his cell phone number and actually calls you back at any hour of the day. Does not avoid your phone calls and is always willing to speak or meet with y...ou. He was very conscientious with my cases and helped me get thru the cases with such ease...He is a true person and does care about his clients. Love his style and disposition and gives you reassurance everything will be fine...takes the stress off. Five stars for Gary Ostrow.

Posted by Courtney | January 09, 2015 | DUI & DWI

My Case was Dismissed!!!

Gary Ostrow saved my life! I had never been in trouble before and was scared to death after getting arrested for DUI. After I hired Gary I felt such a relief off my chest -- he kept me informed as to the status of my case and reassured me that I was in good hands. Turns out that I was in VERY good ...hands... after Gary argued Motion to Suppress the unlawful stop, my case was dismissed by the Court! THANK YOU GARY!!!

Posted by Michael | February 09, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Ostrow, an attorney that really cares

Gary, is a person who cares. He takes no prisoners when it comes to the defense of his client. I find him to possess empathy, outrage at misconduct, the tenacity of a pitbull, and the heart of a lion. I am dead serious, this person will go to the ends of the earth for you to make sure that your de...fense counts. He will represent you as if he is the one on trial. He may not have the years in service that others attorneys have, but you will not find someone who generally cares. Isn't that all a defendant wants? Someone who give a crap, keeps you informed and allows you the ability to be involved and informed. I find this person to caring, witty, artful and extremely knowledgable in his understanding of the limits of the prosecution and to fight for the rights of the accused.

Posted by Don | May 22, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Gary Ostrow criminal defence

Gary Ostrow has provided nothing than the best criminal defense I have ever seen from any attorney I have hired. Gary Ostrow is not a take the money and run type but a caring involved and informative attorney Ps. He is funny too and will always keep you smiling though the worst of it.

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Christopher O'Toole

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Gary ostrow over the past 17 years . I first met him when I was a prosecutor when he was a defense attorney. I had a trial against him and quickly realized that he was the best defense attorney I had ever gone against. Since that time I've had the privilege to work alongside him on other cases. He truly cares about every client and is passionate about his work. After knowing him for so many years and getting to see how he prepares for each case, he would be the first person I would call if I was ever to be in trouble because I know he would fight hard for me and he is still one of the best trial lawyers I have ever known."

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Michael Dye

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are only a handful of attorneys that I would hire to represent me or a family member and Gary is one of them. If your objective is to hire an attorney with a "10 out of 10" AVVO ranking, by all means go ahead. Be sure to send me your inmate # and DOC facility so we can be pen pals. Alternatively, if your objective is to stay out of prison, disregard the AVVO rank and hire Gary."

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Ken Frankel

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Ostrow for 30 years and had the pleasure of referring several clients to him over the years. I have seen his work and can honestly say that he gets excellent results. Gary is a tireless worker on behalf of his clients. I recommend his services and will continue to recommend him in the future to any of my clients that need criminal defense work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2015.

Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2015

updated on 09/30/2015

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Gary’s comment:

“Sadly, this website red flags my practice without having ANY details of a public reprimand I consented to in a Bar Disciplinary matter. I am a member of the Florida Bar in good standing and I stand on my career of over 30 years of busting my back for my clients and RESENT this site for it's inappropriate, disproportionate and absurd red flag that completely ignores the many client and attorney reviews that reflect my true character and passion as a defense lawyer with a history of over 500 trial”

Suspension issued in FL, 2010

updated on 09/30/2015

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Gary’s comment:

“This profile is under protest based on the unfair treatment I received from AVVO in light of their outrageous red flag, that appears to be a sign of a dangerous lawyer who should be avoided. Everything about my trial stats and history suggests everything but!!! Its a travesty”

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2010

Hat Trick Award, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1998

Hat Trick Awards, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Owner/Operaror, Law Firm of Gary Ostrow P.A.

1979 - 1982

Public Defender assistant, Broward County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Member

1993 - Present

Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

1985 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1982 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1982 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

JOSE SANTANA (Appellant) v. STATE OF FLORIDA

Acquittal

STATE V. MARIO SHERIFF/ CASE TRIED BEFORE BROWARD COUNTY JURY

Acquittal

State V Jeanne Bender

Acquittal

ARLYNNE JOY CALLAHAN V. CITY OF HOLLYWOOD ET AL

Acquittal

Private legal counsel

Case resulted in a negotiated plea

CHARGES DROPPED IN DEATH OF TEENAGER

Acquittal

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Education

1982

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Police Academy

The Art of Cross Examination

Publications

Languages

English

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