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Protecting Your Rights, Reputation, And Future

When your freedom or legal career is in jeopardy, trust the experts.

Feel confident knowing our award-winning firm is on your side

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ABOUT US

Passion, Precision, and Professionalism in Law

Dealing with legal charges is a highly stressful experience. At Rothman & Associates, we understand the emotional and legal challenges that come with these situations. 

With over 40 years of combined legal experience, we provide legal representation to individuals facing state and federal criminal charges, as well as lawyers and aspiring lawyers in need of representation before The Florida Bar.

As a criminal defense law firm, we handle a diverse range of cases, including white-collar crimes, domestic violence, internet crimes, drug crimes, criminal appeals, and sex offenses. 

Our goal is to provide dedicated and comprehensive legal representation to each of our clients, fighting tirelessly to protect their rights and achieve the best possible outcome for their case.

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Rothman & Associates, P.A. founder, Attorney David B. Rothman and Attorney Jeanne T. Melendez

Florida Bar Defense

David B. Rothman, our firm’s founder, served as chair of The Florida Bar’s Disciplinary Review Committee for several years. In this capacity, he reviewed and made recommendations on the more than 2,000 attorney discipline cases that were brought before the Board before heading to the Florida Supreme Court.

This experience serving on a Bar committee has allowed him to gain in-depth insight into how bar matters are dealt with and its procedures, which could prove to be indispensable to your case and future of your career.

Florida Bar Admission Representation

Whether you have already been contacted by the FBBE about a bar admissions issue or you are concerned about a possible issue, it is critical to seek legal advice now rather than later.

Do not fool yourself if you think “they couldn’t possibly find out.”
The FBBE scrupulously reviews each law student’s application of admission to the bar. This includes past indiscretions. What is of particular concern is an applicant’s “character and fitness.”

Omissions on an application will only lead the board to investigate further. Whether you are facing further inquiry or need assistance with a “gray” area, it is always better to double-check, rather than be scrambling when it may be too late.

Give yourself a fighting chance to achieve your longtime goal of being a lawyer.

Florida Bar Complaints

A complaint or grievance may be initiated by just about anyone – a
client, opposing counsel, a judge, a party, a witness, an insurance company employee, a banker, a closing agent, or even someone totally uninvolved in a matter or case.

Whether you have already been contacted by the FBBE about a bar admissions issue or you are concerned about a possible issue, it is critical to seek legal advice now rather than later.

Appellate decisions and newspaper articles may lead to a grievance. Once received by The Florida Bar, a file is opened and, if the complaint sets forth an allegation of impropriety, a letter is sent to the attorney seeking a written response to the complaint. The attorney facing the complaint, now known as a Respondent, must make a formal and timely response.

Even at this stage, it’s critical to have an experienced bar defense lawyer at your side.

Ethics & Expert Opinions

David Rothman is a highly esteemed attorney with an extensive legal background.

David Rothman is a highly respected attorney with over 40 years of experience in criminal defense and legal representation before The Florida Bar. As a former Chair of The Florida Bar Disciplinary Review Committee and member of The Florida Bar Board of Governors for 12 years, he has reviewed over 2,000 lawyer discipline cases, giving him a deep understanding of the legal profession.

Mr. Rothman’s accomplishments have earned him numerous accolades, including an AV Rating by Martindale Hubbell, recognition by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and Florida Trend as a member of the Florida Legal Elite. He is also a longtime adjunct professor of law at UM, where he teaches litigation skills to aspiring lawyers.

If you’re facing an issue with The Florida Bar, you need the experience and expertise of David Rothman and his legal team at Rothman & Associates, P.A. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and get the representation you deserve.
Confidential Case Review

Expert Criminal Defense

At Rothman & Associates, P.A., our lawyers have been defending accused individuals throughout Miami-Dade County for more than 4 decades. Our criminal lawyers in Miami have a long-standing reputation for providing hard-hitting criminal defense that is always professional and passionate. We have served individuals and businesses in some of the most complex charges. We can challenge any incriminating evidence used against you by seeking the help of leading forensic accountants, handwriting analysts, private investigators, and computer experts.

Give yourself a fighting chance. Request your complimentary case review today.

“People come to me when either their freedom or legal career is at stake.”

-David B. Rothman, P.A.

Our Track Record

We are proud to bring you our award-winning counsel that is recognized by:

Super Lawyers®

AV® Rated Martindale-Hubbell®

Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney

Best Lawyers in America®

Florida Legal Elite

WHY CHOOSE US

Work with a Board Certified Legal Expert

Our founder, Attorney David B. Rothman, is widely respected by his peers for his expert knowledge of criminal law. In fact, he is Board Certified as a Criminal Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and Board Certified and as a Criminal Trial Lawyer by The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education. Regardless of how complex your case may seem, you can feel confident in knowing our award-winning firm is on your side. We’ve helped numerous individuals since our firm was founded in 1980.

Unlike other law firms which are burdened with unmanageable caseloads, we strive to treat each client in our care with undivided attention. Our clients benefit from this one-on-one attention because it promotes open and honest communication. When you seek our firm’s help, you can do so with absolute confidence in knowing that your case will be handled with the utmost discretion.