CONTACT ME DIRECTLY AT (954) 466-7648, I am available 24/7 to assist you with your legal problems in the areas of police misconduct, criminal defense and appeals.I am an expert in state and federal appeals. Retain an attorney who was appointed by the United States Supreme Court to brief and argue a case. Do not settle for less.I am an expert lawyer specializing in POLICE ABUSE, police misconduct, false arrest, excessive force. illegal search, criminal defense (trials & appeals), and civil rights cases. I obtained hundreds of thousands of dollars for my clients who suffered at the hands& feet of the policeIn my constitutional practice, I was counsel in a 220 person class action suit where the federal judge determined that the Sheriff' held people in jail after they were found not guilty was UNCONSTITUTIONAL.I represent clients in the state and federal courts charged with all levels of crimes ranging from petit theft to first degree murder including federal charges of drug trafficking and continuing criminal enterprises. I utilize my 41 years of experience as well as my experience as a prosecutor.
For 41 years I have been an expert lawyer specializing in POLICE ABUSE, police misconduct, false arrest, excessive force. illegal search, criminal defense (trial and appeals), and civil rights cases. I represent clients in the state and federal courts suing police officers as well as clients charged with all levels of crimes ranging from petit theft to first degree murder including federal charges of drug trafficking and continuing criminal enterprises. I am also an expert lawyer specializing in appeals in all Florida and federal appeal courts.
I became a member of the Bar in 1979. In addition to my over 24 years of private practice experience, I served as a prosecutor (assistant state attorney) in Broward County and a chief of the Florida Medicaid Fraud Unit.
In my civil rights/police misconduct practice, I sued and won cases against the FBI, Miami Beach Police Department, Ft. Lauderdale Police Department, Miami-Dade Police Department, Hialeah Police Department, Broward Sheriff's Office, Palm Beach Sheriff's Office, Brevard County Sheriff's Office, Ft. Pierce Police Department, Port St. Lucie Police Department, Hendry County Sheriff's Office, Hollywood Police Department, Davie Police Department, Coral Springs Police Department, Lauderhill Police Department, Hallandale Police Department, Surfside Police Department, Boynton Beach Police Department, Sweetwater Police Department, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Highway Patrol, Martin County Sheriff's Office and many others. I have obtained hundreds of thousands of dollars for my clients who suffered at the hands (and feet) of law enforcement officers.
I argued the case of Smith v. United States, 508 U.S. 223 (1993), before the Supreme Court of the United States where the justices of the Supreme Court appointed me to represent the petitioner John Angus Smith. Harvard Law School uses that case to teach statutory construction to its law students.
In addition, I was counsel in a 220 person class action suit, Jones v. Sheriff, 9 Fla. L. Weekly Fed. D107 (S.D. Fla. 1995), against the local Sheriff where the federal judge determined that the Sheriff's procedure of holding people in jail after they were found not guilty was unconstitutional The judge awarded over $1,000,000.00 (one million dollars) to the class.
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44 years
44 years
Languages spoken
Spanish
Gary Kollin
1856 N Nob Hill Road
Suite 140
Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33322
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1979 | 06/01/2022 |
Legal answers | 13250 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer in Civil Rights Law | SuperLawyers | 2021 |
Super Lawyer in Civil Rights Law | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Super Lawyer in Civil Rights | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Super Lawyer in Civil Rights Law | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Super Lawyer in Civil Rights Law | Super Lawyers | 2011 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
Board Certified as an Expert-Criminal Appellate Law Since 1993 | The Florida Bar | 2010 |
Board Certified as an Expert in Criminal Trial Law Since 1990 | The Florida Bar | 2010 |
Nationally Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy Since 1993 | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 2010 |
Super Lawyer in Civil Rights Law | Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Million Dollar Advocate | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 1996 |
Leading Florida Lawyer in Criminal Law | American Research Corporation | 1993 |
Recognized Lawyer | Who's Who in American Law -Marquis | 1987 |
Member | Mensa | 1971 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Chief Litigation Counsel | Gary Kollin, P.A. | 1987 - Present |
Field Counsel | Florida Auditor General's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit | 1985 - 1987 |
Assistant State Attorney | Broward State Attorney's Office | 1982 - 1985 |
Assistant Public Defender | Broward Public Defender's Office | 1979 - 1981 |
Computer Programmer/Analyst | Peter Bent Brigham Hospital | 1975 - 1976 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1987 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1980 - Present |
The Florida Bar | Member | 1979 - Present |
Lawyers in MENSA | Top 2% IQ | 1971 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Florida Court Reporter | To File or Not to File, That is the Question | 1997 |
Florida Defender | Post Acquittal Detention: Go Directly Back to Jail | 1995 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Miami School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1979 |
Harvard University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1975 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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United States Supreme Court | http://www.oyez.org/cases/1990-1999/1992/1992_91_8674/argument | 1993 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Alan S. Jones v. Sheriff of Broward County, Florida | Over $1.2 million dollars awarded to 220 persons |
John Angus Smith v. United States PASTE into browser www.oyez.org/cases/1992/91-8674 | 508 U.S. 223 (1993); United States Supreme Court |
Jorge Rodriguez and Maria Rentel v. Sheriff of Broward County, Florida | Settlement in the amount of $350,000 |
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It has been my pleasure to have worked with Mr. Kollin on many discussions on Avvo forums in our pursuit to offer legal advice to those who need it most. Mr. Kollin is always one of the most knowledgeable attorneys, quick to respond, and empathetic to the needs of the potential clients. After reviewing his body of work outside of the Avvo forums, I am in awe of his accomplishments. I absolutely endorse this lawyer.
Michael Doland, Civil rights Attorney on Feb 26, 2020
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Year after year the answers of Mr. Kollin are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney.
Leonard Boyer, Litigation Attorney on Nov 9, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr Kollin is an exceptionally knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients.
Michael Stover, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 12, 2019
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Attorney Gary Kollin is a truly exceptional legal mind. Very rarely do you see a lawyer practice so many different areas of law and display a true expertise in all of those areas. As a criminal defense attorney, I can tell you there is no better advice, and no better reasoned analysis than attorney Gary Kollin. I am honored to endorse this lawyer.
Bruce Minnick, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2018
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Jaime Halscott, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 23, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kollin is well known in the community for his skill set.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
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I endorse Gary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Jeffrey Ivashuk, Class action Attorney on Jan 21, 2014
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Have known Gary for over 20 years and have the highest respect for his knowledge and ability. I endorse Gary.
Jeffrey Garland, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2013
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Great lawyer. Very creative. A bulldog who doen't stop.
Lloyd Golburgh, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 18, 2012
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Jonathan Blecher, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2011
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James Regan, Civil rights Attorney on Jan 17, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Kollin as his law clerk in 2000 - 2001. I have met many lawyers since that time. Therefore, I can state unequivocally that Mr. Kollin is one of the brightest lawyers I've met. Anyone seeking counsel in Mr. Kollin's areas of practice should look no further than Mr. Kollin.
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