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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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Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
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Raisman & Raisman, P.A.
214 SE 13th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316
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Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
To the point concern !
I felt like one of the family...Helene and Steve made defending me so easy...Very professional...concerned about you ,every month to the way of freedom and personal achievements and life changes..
Posted by Kenny | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A gladiator in a skirt
Helene will fight for you like a gladiator in the courtroom. She is dedicated to your case as if it is going to have a huge impact on her life and family. She truly understands. And she wins!
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
Legal Answers