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Gary Thomas Lazarus
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Biography
Gary T. Lazarus was born in Queens, New York, on August 26, 1965. He received his Bachelor of Science from St. John's University in 1987 and received his Juris Doctorate from Nova Law School in 1990. In 1992, Gary founded this Consumer Justice Firm, dedicated to the representation of persons injured due to the negligence of another.
Gary has participated in charitable organizations including the Boys & Girls Clubs of Ft. Lauderdale and is a sponsor of the State of Florida adopt a highway program.
In 2005, Gary was inducted into the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as the most prestigious group of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards and settlements. The organization was founded in 1993 and there are approximately 3000 members located throughout the country. Less than 1% of the attorneys in the United States have been accepted as members of this organization.
Gary is also a member of the Florida Justice Association and the American Association for Justice.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
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Licensed in Florida for 34 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Lazarus and Lazarus, P.A.
1625 N Commerce Pkwy Ste 225, Weston, FL, 33326-3217
Lazurus & Lazurus, P.A.
1 E Broward Blvd #700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Compassion (9)
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Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Admiralty & Maritime
Maritime service
I was pleasantly surprised that my case was handled so quickly and efficiently. I did not want to bring this case to an attorney in the first place but my husband found Gary Lazarus online. He made me feel comfortable from the beginning and until the end. His knowledge of maritime law helped with our...
Posted by German | October 28, 2014 | Personal Injury
Gary is a great lawyer.
The Law firm of Lazarus and Lazarus is top notch. I am always very pleased with the legal representation and what impresses me very much is that Mr. Gary Lazarus is always available when I call to ask a question. I first hired Gary over 10 years ago for an accident case, and I was very happy with ...
Gary Thomas Lazarus's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. We have worked together on several files. He is knowledgable, well prepared, efficient, and results oriented."
"I have had the occasion to work with Gary on numerous PI cases and have found him to be not only an excellent attorney, but a true professional to deal with......he has a great reputation for battling in the trenches or just keeping an open line of communication with his clients. I do endorse Gary!"
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney, hands on, professional and among the several cases I referred to him over the last 12 years, they have resulted in large settlements/verdicts."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Gary Lazarus for almost 25 years. He's always been an exceptionally talented, zealous and effective advocate in all of his representation. He possesses a remarkable empathy for, and responsiveness to, all of his clients, and practices with the knowledge that every matter that comes before him,large or small, must receive his full attention and engagement."
"I endorse this lawyer.I have known Mr. Lazarus for over 20 years. In the past I have referred him family members, friends and business associates. I have chosen to refer them to him because I know he provides his clients with the highest level of care and service."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Trial Lawyers
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Trial Lawyers
2017
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Trial Lawyers
2016
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Trial Lawyers
2016
Sponsor, Broward County PBA
2016
Sponsor, Fraternal Order of Police
2003
Silver Sponsor, Boys and Girls Club
2002
Silver Sponsor, Boys and Girls Club
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Senior Partner, Law Offices of Lazarus and Lazarus, PA
1991 - 1992
Partner, George and Lazarus, PA
1989 - 1990
Law Clerk, Mark Pollen
Associations
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
2007 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2005 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
2000 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1998 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Motorcycle Accident
$500,000 settlement
Automobile Negligence
1.75 million dollar settlement
Auto Negligence
1.2 million dollar settlement
Pharmacy Error
Confidential settlement
Education
1990
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
1987
St John's University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2006
Paralegal Association
Practicing civil law
Publications
2019
Lazarus Law publication
Florida Cracks Down
2011
DRW Magazine
Political Column
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have a case and is it too late to sue?
24 Jan 2022
Q&A
I live in a no at fault state and was hit by someone who had no insurance. I have sustained injuries from that car accident.
26 Feb 2020
Q&A
How can I find out if a nail salon has insurance? They never called 911 & won't report injury that happened in the salon.?
06 Nov 2019