Somera & Associates
“Did a great job will definitely use again if given another ticket”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Margate, FL
These firms serve Margate from nearby bases in towns including Fort Lauderdale, Plantation and Boca Raton.
15 firms listed · 8 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Law Office of Matthew Glassman
“He had a clear understanding of our needs, gave advice, and offered expert solution.”
Law Office of Joseph R. Fasone
“He is send from God himself, if u need a Lawyer,look no where else,ur dream will come true by having him”
Glenn R Roderman P.A.
“Glenn and his colleague Phil listened to me through my tears and heartache.”
Medgebow Law
“Their work on my behalf was swift and brought my claim to a positive conclusion.”
The Law Office of A. Randall Haas
“He did a great job at helping win my case and clear my name.”
The 15 firms listed for Margate, FL defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Margate, FL
The 15 firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 2,054 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), responsiveness (87%) and quality (84%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "understanding". 8 are open around the clock; 10 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (3), family law (3), personal injury (3), auto accidents (2) and domestic violence (2). 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 8 offer urgent consultations; 8 offer a free initial consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Margate offer free consultations?
8 of the 15 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
Mark Stephen Lowry
“He got my case dismissed before I even had court, which was coming up in less than one month when I hired him.”
Kaufman Legal Group, PA
“He has listened to my concerns, and has used his years of experience to give me a better understanding of the process and outcomes.”
The McFarlane Firm
“He was very knowledgeable on my complex issue, answering every question honestly.”
Bacchus Law Firm
“She really listens and gives incredible advice so that you can make decisions for your life in the right direction.”
David Kurlander Attorney at Law P.A
“He assisted me throughout the entire process and kept me well informed about what was happening.”
Gelch & Associates
“I would recommend Gary Gelch and his team to any of my friends and family members if they are involved in a car accident 100%.”
Jermaine O'Neill Thompson
“He will go above and beyond to handle your requests, manage your expectations, and at no point in time, make you feel that you are "on the clock" speaking with him.”
Glantzlaw
“I mostly use them for consultation, but when other things arise, they help there as well”
The Law Offices of Joshua S. Danz
“Josh was extremely professional, attentive, persistent, timely, and empathetic, something I was pleasantly surprised to experience from an attorney I had not worked with before.”
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