John S. Hager, Esq., a seasoned criminal defense attorney and founding partner of Hager & Schwartz, P.A., offers unparalleled legal representation across Miami, Broward, and Volusia Counties. With a legal career that began in prosecution, Hager brings a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system to his defense strategies.
His experience encompasses thousands of cases, including high-stakes felonies, securing his reputation for excellence in the courtroom. A University of Florida alumnus with a Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University, Hager is deeply committed to defending the rights of those accused of crimes. His memberships in prestigious legal associations, alongside multiple awards and speaking engagements, underscore his expertise and dedication to criminal defense.
Whether facing misdemeanor or felony charges, clients can trust in Hager's aggressive advocacy and personalized approach to secure the best possible outcomes.
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https://www.defendyourcase.com/
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- Nova Southeastern University
- J.D. (1999)
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- University of Florida
- B.A. (1994)
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- Member Criminal Rules of Procedure Committee
- Florida State Bar
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- Chairman
- Florida Bar Grievance Committe
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- Presided over meetings dealing with various complaints by members of the public against lawyers.
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- Florida Bar Grievance Commitee
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- Minneapolis, Social Unrest, and Covid-19, Zoom
- Broward Crime Commission
- Vice President
- The Broward County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association
- South Florida's Top AV Rated Lawyers
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Selected: 2014 - 2023
- Florida Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Selected to Super Lawyers: 2014 - 2023
- "Top Up & Comers"
- South Florida Legal Guide
- 2009-2012
- Top Lawyer
- South Florida Legal Guide
- The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)
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- The Broward County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association
- President
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- The Broward County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association
- Vice President
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- Florida State Bar # 173967
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- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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- Florida
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- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Hager & Schwartz offers flexible payment options. We offer Pay Over Time through Affirm. Payment options through Affirm are subject to an eligibility check and are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders.
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense
- White Collar Crime
- Juvenile Law
- Assault/Battery
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Probation Violations
- English
- Q. Why do I have a change of plea hearing for a misdemeanor case? I didn't ask for it.
- A: Typically a change of plea hearing is set when you come to an agreement with the prosecutor to resolve your case. If you do not want to resolve your case via a plea, then the matter will be set for a later status date then trial. During the Pandemic, a lot of prosecutors are setting on a change of plea docket and offering great deals in an attempt to resolve the case and reduce their case load.
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