Gilbert A. Schaffnit has represented clients throughout the State of Florida since 1976. His practice focuses on State and Federal criminal defense and serious personal injury cases. Mr. Schaffnit’s office is located in downtown Gainesville in the historic Duck Pond district. As a sole-practitioner you can be assured that you will have Mr. Schaffnit as your lawyer at all stages of your case from Arraignment to Trial.
Gilbert A. Schaffnit has received the highest possible rating from Martindale & Hubbell (A/V Rating), a peer-review rating service of attorneys of legal ability and ethical standards.
Our Firm offers clients over 30 years of experience in defending clients. We pride ourselves on our knowledge of the criminal legal system and our ability to listen to our client’s needs. No matter how complex or how simple your case, Mr. Schaffnit will always work to help you win your case. Our offices have successfully defended all nature of crimes in Florida, including:
| Sex Crimes | White Collar Crimes | Drug Crimes | |
| Pornography Possession | Internet Crime | Possession | |
| Child Abuse | Fraud | Trafficking | |
| Rape | Identity Theft | Manufacture | |
| Violent Crimes | Juvenile Crimes | Misdemeanors | |
| Murder | Theft | Felonies | |
| Weapons Charges | Vandalism | Probation Violation | |
| Assault and Battery | Drunk driving |
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