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Helene Brenda Raisman
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Biography
Helene B. Raisman has been practicing criminal law exclusively in Broward County since she graduated from the University of Miami School of Law with top honors. Ms. Raisman also completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Miami, where she graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Sociology.
While attending the University of Miami School of Law, she worked at the Dade State Attorney’s Office for State Attorney Janet Reno. She also did an internship for Judge Michael A. Salmon where she was responsible for helping the judge conduct research and draft orders.
After receiving her Juris Doctorate degree in 1985, she joined the law firm of Essen & Essen. While acting as supervising attorney for the firm’s Broward office, she and the firm were featured on 60 Minutes, highlighting the best winning record in the country for DUI defense.
After working for Essen & Essen for several years as lead trial counsel, she tried over a hundred DUI cases and successfully argued hundreds of DUI motions which led to the suppression of breath tests and the finding of illegal arrests.
TAKING A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO YOUR MATTER
Ms. Raisman formed her own firm in 1990, focusing on criminal law. As one of the first highly successful female Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorneys in Broward County concentrating in all areas of state court criminal defense litigation, she quickly earned the admiration of judges for her excellent courtroom presentations and winning style.
When her brother, a highly successful attorney, left the Broward Public Defender’s Office, they joined forces to work as a team at the innovative firm of Raisman & Raisman, P.A. Pooling their years of trial experience and dedication to clients along with their love of criminal defense, they have worked together representing thousands of satisfied clients.
Ms. Raisman is a member of the following professional organizations:
- The Florida Bar
- Admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
- The Broward County Bar Association, Criminal Division
- The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Raisman & Raisman, P.A.
214 SE 13th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316
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Helene Brenda Raisman's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 14 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by James | January 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyers
Lawyers of great demeanor and they have many years of experience. I found them competent and honest.
Posted by Sam N | November 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Helene Raisman Lawyer Extraordinaire
Helene and Steve were the most helpful, perseverant, and supportive professionals I have experienced to date. They made the impossible possible and performed nothing short of a miracle. I would highly recommend them for your legal needs, they are experienced and well renowned making for a great fit. ...
Posted by Pat | October 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Angel on earth
Friend of my husband told us about Ms Raisman when to her office because I was arrested she had a consultation with me and my husband she told us she can help me with my case I just need to tell her the truth and I did was very nervous because I’m a green card holder ms raisman was on top of my case ...
Posted by Jordon | September 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Your not just a number
I had a case in regards to DUI and my previous lawyer did a terrible job. I could tell they were not concerned with actually fighting or dropping the case but were more interested in getting a plea deal which would look good enough and require minimal work. In my profession I need a clean record and ...
Posted by Marie | July 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Very excellent
My lawyer reopen a case that was closed for me wish that was a felony and I didn't no. It was a felony at first but it was affecting my immigration status and they did fix
Helene Brenda Raisman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Helene is a preeminent lawyer in all areas, but especially in DUI defense. I know Helene since 1987. While I handle criminal defense, I refer all my DUI cases to Helene. She is an expert in that area and totally versed in the law and the science. The only way you can go wrong with hiring Helene is by making the mistake of not hiring her. Make her your DUI lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked Helene Raisman for 26 years. She is an outstanding attorney. I have referred her numerous cases. Her work has always been exemplary."
"Helene is a brilliant and relentless lawyer. I strongly recommend her for the handling of any state court criminal defense case."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Owner, Raisman & Raisman PA
1996 - 2003
Owner, Helene B. RAIsman P.A.
1990 - 1995
Owner, Raisman and Cohen
1985 - 1990
Associate, Essen & Essen
1984 - 1984
Law Clerk, Judge Michael A. Salmon
Associations
Florida Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Broward County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
Member
Federal Bar Foundation
Member
Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Hispanic Bar Association
Member
Education
1985
University of Miami School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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