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Steven Raisman
About Steven
Biography
Steven Raisman is a Board Certified Expert in Criminal Trial Law. Board Certification is a program developed by the Florida Bar to assist the public in identifying and evaluating the credentials of lawyers. Mr. Raisman is one of only a few criminal defense lawyer in Fort Lauderdale who has achieved this high level of competence and expertise which permits him to distinguish himself as a specialist in the field of criminal trial law.
Steven has successfully represented thousands of clients faced with serious crimes and is known for his creative strategies and unique approach to cases. Not only does he have a winning trial record, he has had hundreds of cases dismissed before trial by challenging the admissibility of evidence obtained by improper searches, police misconduct, and other violations of his clients’ constitutional rights.
EDUCATION & BACKGROUND
After graduating from the University of Miami, Steven attended Nova Southeastern School of Law. Upon graduation, Steven practiced as an Assistant Public Defender in Broward County.
While assigned to the County Court Division, Steven tried hundreds of cases, including:
- DUI
- Battery
- Domestic violence
- Drug possession
He was quickly promoted to the Felony Division where he became lead trial attorney for several Broward County Circuit Court Judges, including Judge Stanton Kaplan, Judge Ana Gardiner, and Judge Susan Lebow.
While in these divisions, Steven successfully defended clients charged with serious felonies, including:
- Sexual battery
- Possession
- Trafficking in drugs
- Grand theft
- Robbery
- Arson
- Burglary
- DUI manslaughter
FIGHTING FOR OUR CLIENTS AT THE LAW FIRM OF RAISMAN & RAISMAN, P.A.
After eight years with the Broward Public Defender’s Office, Steven joined his sister Helene to start Raisman & Raisman, P.A., a firm focusing on criminal trials and appeals. A founding partner of the firm, Steven continues to aggressively represent clients charged with serious crimes. He zealously advocates for his clients’ rights and continues to be highly successful at trial and in litigating pre-trial motions attacking the government’s case.
In addition to being a member of the Florida Bar, he is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Steven is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Broward County Bar Association, Criminal Division.
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Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Raisman & Raisman, Pa
214 SE 13 Th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316-1822
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Steven Raisman's Reviews
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Posted by John | August 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He is the best!
My daughter has been a long time client of Mr. Raisman and insisted that I retain his services for a legal matter that I was in. He surpassed my expectations for resolving my issue. Mr. Raisman is an extremely professional, personable and effective lawyer and I highly recommend any and everyone to re...
Posted by Oscar | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Mr. Raisman not only help my son in court but saves his life, but that my family is very thankful to you.
My son got in trouble with the law and Steven Raisman was one of the lawyers that my son contact and the only one that see more, he saw that my son got other problems and help him to get help. In court Mr. Raisman was phenomenal, he stay on top and the result was very positive. My son is currently ...
Posted by Jeremy | March 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very good
I can't say enough good things about Steve Raisman. I was charged in 2011 with 2 felonies. I was looking at a lot of time and didn't know what to do. He assured me it would be ok and he would take care of it. After he took the depositions from the officers, it was found that they obtained the evidenc...
Posted by Christopher | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Steven "RAZOR" Raisman The sharp One!
Very helpful in my case the best damn layers money can buy... Or finance in my situation. I was up against the brick wall of the law being charged with multiple felonies from BSO. This man went to battle for me and my family! So proud of him this man not only stood up to the police but also helped me...
Posted by Kimberly | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful Lawyer
I referred two cases to Steve one was ticket for driving without a valid license and the other was domestic violence, thankfully he helped a lot by getting both cases tossed out. I truly recommend him!
Steven Raisman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Mr. Raisman without reservation. Mr. Raisman has been a preeminent criminal defense attorney in South Florida for over 20 years. He has my full endorsement."
"I strongly endorse this attorney. Attorney Raisman is skilled in criminal defense and post conviction relief. He has been successful in assisting my immigration clients in vacating convictions that would have otherwise resulted in them being deported from the United States. Mr. Raisman is personable, dedicated and professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Steven Raisman for over 20 years. He is dedicated to the practice of criminal defense law. He uses his consummate knowledge of the law with his adroit courtroom skills to always achieve the best for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2010
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2005
Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Owner, Raisman & Raisman
1996 - 2004
Assistant Public Defender, Broward County
Associations
Broward County Bar Association, Criminal Division
Member
The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
The Florida Bar
Member
Hispanic Bar Association
Member
Education
1996
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
1993
University of Miami
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish