The author spotlight
Brett M.
Schwartz, Esq.
Founding Partner • Hager & Schwartz, P.A.
A Miami perspective on criminal defense, shaped by experience on both sides of the courtroom.
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Experience & areas of focus
DUI & traffic offenses
Experience with DUI prosecutions and the evidence behind a traffic stop.
Misdemeanors & felonies
A background spanning drug, theft, battery and other criminal charges.
Courtroom procedure
Trial experience in Miami-Dade County and Circuit Courts.
Behind the perspective
A career rooted in Miami’s courts.
Watching his father defend clients in Miami’s criminal courts sparked Brett’s interest in the law. He went on to become a prosecutor before moving into criminal defense.
Today, his work as a founding partner is grounded in understanding each client’s circumstances, proactive preparation and direct communication.
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EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
- Early career
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Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office
Served as an Assistant State Attorney, handling misdemeanor and felony cases and developing his criminal trial practice.
- Law school
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South Texas College of Law
Earned his Juris Doctorate; participated in trial advocacy and national mock trial competitions.
- Undergraduate
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University of Miami • 1994
Earned his bachelor’s degree and co-founded the University’s Pre-Legal Society.
- Professional service
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The Florida Bar
Appointed to a grievance committee, where he served for three consecutive years.
From the firm’s blog
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Recommended reading from Hager & Schwartz, P.A. Explore the questions that arise during an investigation, in court and after a criminal charge.
What Is a Deadly Weapon?
May 20, 2019
It’s important to understand the legal definition of a deadly weapon. Check out our criminal assault blog post to learn more.
Read MorePenalties for Florida Aggravated Assault
April 8, 2019
Aggravated assault is a much more serious charge than common assault. Therefore, it’s important to understand the potential penalties for this charge.
Read MoreDo’s & Don’ts When an Officer Pulls You Over
March 22, 2019
When it comes to interactions with the police, knowledge and etiquette goes a long way. In this post, a Florida criminal defense attorney gives you the general do’s and don’ts of when an officer pulls you over.
Read More“I Didn’t Know They Were Underage”
March 15, 2019
Is “I didn’t know they were underage” a valid defense for sex crimes involving a minor? Find out in this Hager & Schwartz’s blog post.
Read MorePublic Nudity Charges in Florida
March 11, 2019
What do festivals, spring break, and alcohol have in common: they can all lead to instances of public nudity. Therefore, it’s important to identify how and when a Florida police officer can charge someone for public nudity.
Read MoreMoney Laundering and What Constitutes Dirty Money
February 20, 2019
Fort Lauderdale white collar crime attorneys at Hager & Schwartz explain money laundering and “dirty money.”
Read MoreFlorida Sex Laws You Should Know About
February 8, 2019
Convictions of sexual misconduct can lead to severe penalties; therefore, you should know about these Florida sex laws!
Read MorePenalties for Prescription Drug Crimes in Florida
January 29, 2019
Read our blog or contact our Fort Lauderdale prescription drug crime lawyers at Hager & Schwartz, P.A. today to learn about the penalties for prescription drug offenses in Florida.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Psychology Behind False Accusations
January 21, 2019
False accusations of sexual assault can be devastating to the accused, so why do people make false accusations? In this post, we will talk about the psychology behind false accusations.
Read MoreWhen reading isn’t enough
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