Lauri J. Goldstein

Lauri J. Goldstein

4.7
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 35 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Stuart, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

1330 South Federal Highway, Stuart, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013
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About Lauri

Biography

Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

15%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 35 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1990

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

Location

A Law Firm of Lauri J. Goldstein & Associates

1330 South Federal Highway, Stuart, FL, 34994-3434

A LAW FIRM OF LAURI J. GOLDSTEIN & ASSOCIATES

1330 SOUTH FEDERAL HIGHWAY, STUART, FL, 34994

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Lauri J. Goldstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

5 star (32)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by Debra | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nightmare

Read all of her background! After all I went through & patient. She turned over my case after 3 yrs of waiting. I went through lawyers in her office like swatting flies they all kept leaving! I couldn’t get out of the lousy contract till she got in a big jam. Don’t go here unless you want to lose. Sh...e doesn’t work for you ! Never returns calls but lies constantly!

Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Please Stay away

Lauri is as crooked as an attorney can be. I am now not surprised why her license was revoked. She will work against you not for you milking every penny out of your pocket. Look elsewhere

Posted by Paula Pulchin | October 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended

Ms. Goldstein is dedicated, caring, professional and was reachable each and every time I needed questions answered about my case. She cares about all of her clients and fights hard for the injured. I recommend her highly for your legal needs..

Posted by Debbie | August 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best Attorney

Lori is simply the best. I love her and I will always recommend her to others. She knows her stuff and will always go above and beyond for you. Honest and caring.

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and always available

Lauri Goldstein’s tenacity, intellect, and compassion is what makes her an outstanding attorney. While handling my case she kept me well informed during the whole legal process. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a personal injury attorney that puts the clients future and needs first while del...ivering winning results.

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Lauri J. Goldstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karen Tufte

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

".Lauri Goldstein is a very hard working, caring and diligent advocate for her clients. She does her best to obtain excellent results. She is also a tireless volunteer. Lauri gives back so much to the local community, both financially and with her time. She is an overall asset to others and I'm proud to endorse her."

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William Ponsoldt

Litigation lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I personally observed Mrs. Goldstein cross examine a witness very effectively. I like to make my own opinion regarding people and whenever I hear something bad I check the source. Mrs. Goldstein is very successful in what has traditionally been a male dominated industry. She has a good heart and achieves good results for her clients. I endorse her."

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Scott Dwyer

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am happy to endorse this lawyer. Lauri Goldstein is a very diligent and experienced attorney in the Personal Injury field and it has been a pleasure working with her in the past."

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David Aversa

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Lauri is both a tough and caring advocate for all of her clients, obtaining superior results for them. She is generous with both her time and legal expertise to ensure that the individual needs of each client are met and exceeded. Lauri's generosity expands beyond her legal practice into the community as a whole where her philanthropy is renown."

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Charles Sinclair

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauri is a compassionate lawyer who cares for her clients and works hard to pursue justice for them. She's top-notch.."

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Daniel Young

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lauri Goldstein is an extremely hardworking attorney who truly empathizes with her clients. She wants the best results and she obtains them. This is coupled with the fact that her practice includes some of the best legal minds in personal injury in Florida. Should you find yourself in an unfortunate situation where you or a loved one are injured, Lauri is the person to call."

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Jessica Mayer

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. She is a fierce advocate for her clients. She is also a great mentor."

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Kelly Cambron

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lauri truly cares for her clients as I have seen first hand. She is a brilliant and very experienced attorney. She works hard and gets terrific results. Combined with her tireless hours spent volunteering and supporting the community I give her the highest recommendation!!!!"

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Daniel Lacesa

Unknown lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lauri has been the consummate co-counsel on several personal injury cases."

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Judd Koenig

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nina Ferraro

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am thrilled to endorse Lauri as a community leader and personal injury attorney!"

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Joseph Gufford

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Lauri is the perfect blend of kindness and compassion for her clients and agressive, passionate pursuit of her client's rights. Lauri has assisted clients who are having other problems outside of her expertise get legal representation pending the resolution of their case."

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Eli Franks

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Lauri for several years and have found her to be a tireless advocate for her clients. She is trustworthy, dependable and generous with her time and her clients."

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Tony Bennett

Personal injury lawyer

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Kelly Cambron

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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William Ponsoldt

Business lawyer

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Thomas Schmitt

Personal injury lawyer

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Stuart Address

Commercial real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2013

updated on 09/11/2013

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2002

updated on 06/26/2012

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2014

Million dollar advocate, Life member-

2014

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE-FLORIDA

2014

Life Member, Multi- Million Dollar Advocates Forum- Top Trial Lawyers of America

2013

SUPPORT & SPONSORSHIP AWARD, ELLIOTT MUSEUM - STUART FL

2013

AWARD FUNDRAISING-TEDDY BEAR CAMPAIGN, HIBISCUS CHILDREN'S CENTER

2012

AWARD - YOUTH OF THE YEAR JUDGE, NATIONAL YOUTH

2012

SPONSORSHOP AWARD, M.C. LOSTG LAKES GOLF CLUB

2012

SPONSORSHIP AWARD-PARKS & REC. VOLUNTEERS, PORT ST. LUCIE FL

2012

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, M.C. GIRLS FASTPITCH

2012

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, M.C. TASTE OF THE SEA SEAFOD FESTIVAL

2012

SPONSORSHIP AWARD-M.C. PARKS & REC. TEEN PROG., MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

2012

SPONSORSHIP - AWARD-SUPPORT, SUSAN G. KORMEN

2012

SPONSORSHIP AWARD OF 2012 FESTIVAL, 2ND ANNUAL SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

2011

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, MARTIN COUNTY YOUTH RAPTORS

2011

SUPPORT AWARD-2011 HURRICANE SEASON, AMERICAN RED CROSS

2011

AWARD-BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE YEAR, TYKES & TEENS - FLORIDA

2011

RED CROSS -AWARD-SPONSORSHIP, RED CROSS

2011

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, HIBISCUS CHILDREN'S CENTER

2011

SUPPORT & EXTRAORDINARY WORK AWARD, ISRAEL & UNITED STATES

2011

WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECOGNITION, WOMANS CLUB OF STUART

2011

SCHOLARSHIP-AWARDS-MARTIN COUNTY YOUTH, MARTIN COUNTY

2011

AWARD OF APPRECIATION, PARKS & REC. VOLUNTEERS

2011

40TH ANNUAL STUART SAILFISH CLUB AWARD, STUART SAILFISH CLUB

2011

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, MARTIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

2011

SPONSORSHIP-EXTREME CLEANUP AWARD, MARTIN COUNTY

2011

APPRECIATION AWARD-HONORARY CHAIRPERSON, AMERICAN RED CROSS

2011

SUPPORT OF CITY OF STUART'S NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS AWARD, STUART POLICE DEPARTMENT

2011

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, MARTIN COUNTY GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL

2011

SPONSOR AWARD, ANDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

2011

SPONSONSHIP AWARD, INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP

2010

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, TREASURE COAST WILDLIFE CENTER

2010

WHO'S WHO IN SOUTH FLORIDA RECOGNITION, STUART MAGAZINE - FLORIDA

2010

SPONSOR OF 2010 FALL PROGRAM-AWARD, MARTIN COUNTY YOUTH BASKETBALL

2010

RECOGNITION OF NOMINATION AWARD, ASSOC. OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS

2010

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, 2110 FLORIDA ARTS & DANCE CO.

2010

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, MARTIN CO. YOUTH BASKETBALL

2010

STUART AIR SHOW-AWARD RECOGNITION, STUART AIR SHOW

2010

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, M.C. GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL

2010

SPONSORSHIP APPRECIATION AWARD, UNITED WAY

2010

SUPPORT OF OPERATION OPEN HOUSE, ROAD TO VICTORY MILITARY MUSEUM

2009

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD, CITY OF STUART, FL

2009

BRONZE BUSINESS MEMBER AWARD, FLORIDA SHERIFFS ASSOC.

2007

BRONZE LEVEL AWARD, JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION

2007

SPONSORSHIP AWARD, SHRINE CIRCUS

2006

AWARD-NAVIGATOR CLUB MEMBER, GULFSREAM BUSINESS BANK

2005

SPONSORSHOP-AWARD-PRESIDENT'S CLUB, FL OCEANOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

Work Experience

1994 - 2014

President, A law office of Lauri goldstein,PA

1991 - 1993

Trial Attorney, American States Insurance Company

1983 - 1985

legal assistant, Dewey, Ballentine, Busby, Palmer & Wood,PA

1983 - 1985

secretary, World Wild Life & The Conservation Fund

Associations

2014 - Present

Bar of the United States District Court of the Southern District of Florida

Member

2004 - Present

Florida Justice Association

MEMBER

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

MEMBER

1990 - Present

United States District Court

Southern District of Florida Member

Martin County Bar Association

Member

Florida Bar

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

SIMMONS VS. LANDSTAR RANGER INC

15.2 MILLION DOLLAR VERDICT FOR PLAINTIFF

MOTOR SCOOTER VS. MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

2 MILLION

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Education

1990

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Florida Atlantic University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Women's Empower Expo Kind Hear-Fierce Mind-Brave Spirit

2011

D.A.R.E. Graduation 2011

Drugs and Alcohol Education

2010

D.A.R.E. Graduation 2010

Drug and alcohol awareness

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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