Building Excellence, Delivering Results
At the Law Offices of Gilbert A. Schaffnit, we pride ourselves on our knowledge of the criminal legal system and our ability to provide zealous and individualized legal representation to our clients. As a Gainesville criminal defense lawyer with over 40 years of experience, Gilbert Schaffnit has devoted his legal practice to the representation of individuals charged with criminal violations in Alachua County and across the state of Florida.
Our Services
We understand that an arrest for a drug crime, sex crime, or other criminal offense can be a life-changing event, and that's why we offer personalized attention to each and every one of our clients. Our law firm provides expert legal representation in a wide range of criminal defense areas, including child pornography, computer and internet crime, drug crime, federal and state appeals, juvenile crime, probation violation, sealing or expungement, sex offender registration, theft, violent crime, and white collar crime.
Our Approach
We believe in taking a proactive approach to criminal defense, working with our clients from the very start, even pre-arrest in some situations, to achieve a reduction or dismissal of charges, to gain an acquittal or not guilty verdict, or to secure probation or another positive outcome in their case. Our team is dedicated to providing respectful, non-judgmental, and completely confidential service to each and every one of our clients.
Why Choose Us
With our extensive experience and knowledge of the criminal legal system, we are confident in our ability to mount an effective challenge to all physical evidence and testimony in your case. We work tirelessly to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality of criminal legal defense, and we are available to answer your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Overall Impression
The reviews are generally positive, with several clients praising the professionalism, knowledge, and dedication of Gilbert A. Schaffnit and his team.
Positive Experiences
- Multiple reviewers praise Gilbert Schaffnit's expertise, professionalism, and dedication to his clients' cases.
- Clients express gratitude for the attorney's ability to achieve successful outcomes, even in complex cases.
- Reviewers highlight the staff's compassion, understanding, and responsiveness to their needs.
Negative Experiences
- A few reviewers express dissatisfaction with the law office, including one client who felt misled by the receptionist and another who filed a lawsuit against the attorney.
