ATTORNEY PROFILES

JOHN S. HAGER, ESQ. is originally from Spring Valley, New York. In 1994, Mr. Hager received his bachelor's degree from the University of Florida.

After graduating from UF, Mr. Hager attended Nova Southeastern University where he earned his Juris Doctorate degree. After graduating from law school and passing the Florida Bar, Mr. Hagar began working as an Assistant State Attorney in the Broward County State Attorney's Office.

In this position, Attorney Hager gained extensive knowledge and trial experience. Handling thousands of cases as a prosecutor, from misdemeanors to felonies, has provided him with the skill and knowledge necessary to represent clients today.

After leaving the State Attorney's office, Mr. Hager worked for an insurance defense firm and litigated on behalf of Florida's biggest insurance companies. Today, Mr. Hager is a committee member of the Traffic Rules Committee in the State of Florida and is a member of The American Bar Association(ABA), The Association of Trial Lawyers of America(ATLA), The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL), The Broward County Bar Association, and The Broward County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association.

Regardless of what criminal charges you face, Attorney Hager and help as he can practice before all Florida state courts and the United States Southern District Court!

After you have been charged with a criminal offense, the most important decision that you make next is whom to hire to represent you. If you do not choose someone with the relevant skills and extensive experience necessary to combat your criminal charges, you could incur hefty penalties, a jail sentence and a criminal record.

When choosing a lawyer to handle your case, you should choose someone who you feel comfortable sharing such sensitive information with. Attorney Hager is proud to offer aggressive and yet also caring and compassionate legal services. You don't have to be afraid anymore of your charges! Fight them today with the assistance of John S. Hager.

BRETT M. SCHWARTZ, ESQ. is a born and raised Florida resident. Even the majority of Mr. Schwartz's educational and vocational experiences have taken place in Florida: he received his bachelor's degree from the University of Miami, where he co-founded the Pre-Legal Society. He also worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Miami-Dade County State Attorney's Office.

After attending college, before taking his job as an Assistant State Attorney, Mr. Schwartz received his Juris Doctorate degree from South Texas College of Law where he participated in regional and national mock trial competitions.

As an Assistant State Attorney in the Miami-Dade County State Attorney's Office, he was able to hone his litigation skills and criminal law knowledge. He handled thousands of cases as a prosecutor from misdemeanors to felonies, for example DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses and theft offenses.

After working at the Miami-Dade County State Attorney's Office, Mr. Schwartz took a position at Florida's largest insurance defense firm and litigated on behalf of some of the state's biggest insurance companies.

As of today, Mr. Schwartz has tried hundreds of cases to successful verdicts in both County and Circuit Courts. He is admitted to practice before all Florida State Courts and the United States Southern District Court and is a proud member of The Association of Trial Lawyers of America(ATLA), The American Bar Association(ABA), The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers(FACDL) and The Dade County Bar Association. In addition, Brett is on the Board of Directors for the Shaken Baby Alliance. Brett is admitted to practice before all Florida State Courts and the United States Southern District Court.

Why should you want the legal experience of Attorney Schwartz on your side? Not only is Mr. Schwartz known for his legal excellence, from his knowledge to his ability to aggressively fight for a successful case outcome, he is defined by his compassion and care. As a member of the Board of Directors for the Shaken Baby Alliance, Attorney Schwartz possesses genuine benevolence and sympathy, and as a result clients need fear sharing sensitive case details with him. If you are looking for an attorney that is seasoned and hard-hitting and yet also gentle and kindhearted, look no further!

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