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Sabarish Neelakanta (“Sab”) is a civil rights and employment discrimination trial lawyer. He has worked in both the public and private sectors for nearly two decades and has served as counsel on class action litigation, criminal defense, civil rights, and constitutional law matters. Sab has litigated more than 50 jury trials in state and federal courts throughout the United States, including appeals to several federal U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeal. He has been a frequent lecturer at universities, bar associations, and CLEs on federal civil rights law. In 2021, Sab was appointed to the Editorial Board for the Florida Bar Journal/News where he also serves on the Executive Council. In 2022, Sab was appointed to serve on the Florida Bar’s Governmental and Public Policy Advocacy Committee.
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Acquired: 2006
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Posted by John | January 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights
Great work Sabarish! Thank you so much!
I was arrested for a non violent civil disobedience action when the city of Fort Lauderdale decided to ban feeding homeless people in public where they live. During the course of my arrest my cash was taken by the jailers and I was given a debit card with transaction fees attached. This turns out to ...
Posted by Roxanne | August 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Sabarish Neelakanta a truly knowledgable and responsive attorney
I feel very fortunate that we hired Sabarish Neelakanta for my son's defense in a very serious criminal case. He was from the beginning responsive to our son's situation , patient in explaining the implications of the charges to us and to our son and knowledgable in giving him his best options and be...
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantasic Lawyer with Proven Results
Not knowing the outcome of what life throw's at you can be hard enough to handle, but with a man like Mr. Neelakanta in your corner, it makes a tough time a little more bearable. From the first time we met, my wife and I knew that he was the man who could handle the situation that could poten...
Posted by Jen | May 10, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgable, hard-working, and professional
Mr. Neelakanta helped me through some of the most difficult and trying moments of my life. He was caring, always available, and provided me with invaluable legal advice and counsel. He stood by me as I dealt with the breakdown of my marriage and the effect it had on my children. He was my advocate...
"Mr. Neelakanta is among the most intelligent and hard working attorneys I have ever litigated against. His razor-sharp intellect, coupled with his significant work ethic, combines to create a powerful ability to persuade judges and juries alike."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sabarish is one of the most hardworking, dedicated lawyers in the field. He is respected by fellow criminal defense attorneys as well as state attorneys and judges. His litigation skills, whether trial, motion practice, or otherwise, are excellent. I would highly recommend Sabarish Neelakanta."
"Sabarish is an excellent attorney. I first met Sabarish when we were both Assistant Public Defenders at the Palm Beach County Public Defender's Office. I was immediately struck by his knowledge, and commitment for fighting for his client's rights. I endorse Sabarish without reservation."
"I endorse Sabarish. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I was the opposing counsel on a Paternity case in which there were very complicated child related issues for the court to determine. Mr. Neelakanta was very professional and aggressively advocated for his client. Mr. Neelakanta's knowledge of the law is expansive and accurate."
"I highly recommend Mr. Neelakanta for any person going through a divorce or having any family law issue. He is well known for obtaining excellent resolution for his clients. He goes beyond the call of duty. All clients who I have referred to him have been extremely pleased with his service and his results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sabarish highly values ethics in his life and practice. He is a skillful attorney and is always well prepared."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Neelakanta is a brilliant lawyer who is always well prepared. Mr. Neelakanta's experience and abilities allow him to succeed in litigation either through aggresive trial tactics or tactful negotiations. I have known Mr. Neelakanta for many years and stand by his work."
"Mr. Neelakanta is a skilled litigator. We worked together as co-counsel on a number of Criminal Trials. We obtained very favorable verdicts on each one."
"I would highly endorse this attorney. Sabarish is consistently one of the smartest lawyers in the room, regardless of what room he is in. He knows the law, studies the facts and lays siege to the opposition."
"Mr. Neelakanta is a top criminal defense lawyer in the community. Passionate, prepared and knowledgable, I recommend him to anyone in need of criminal defense representation."
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2022 - Present
Florida Bar, Florida Bar Journal/News Editorial Board Services CommitteeExecutive Committee
2006 - Present
Florida BarMember. Employment & Labor; Public Interest Law Sections
2020 - 2025
Florida Bar, Public Interest Law SectionExecutive Council
2020 - 2025
Florida Bar, Public Interest Law SectionChair, Civil Rights Committee
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Detention of criminal suspect based upon anonymous informant's tip
06 May 2011
Florida's Stop and Frisk Statute
06 May 2011
Confession cannot be obtained by promises not to prosecute or some other implied benefit
06 May 2011