Atty. Harvey Schechter
Harvey Schechter is a lawyer practicing criminal law, matrimonial law, real estate law. Harvey received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, and has been licensed for 59 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Boynton Beach, FL · 59+ Years Experience
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About Harvey Schechter at a Glance
Harvey Schechter is a criminal defense, family law, and real estate attorney based in Boynton Beach, Florida. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in New York (1967). Educated at New York University J.D. (—) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York B.A. (—). Serves clients in Boynton Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Harvey Schechter
- Harvey Schechter is a lawyer practicing criminal law, matrimonial law, real estate law
- Harvey received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Harvey practices in Boynton Beach, FL
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Harvey Schechter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Harvey Schechter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boynton Beach.
Criminal Defense in Boynton Beach
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Boynton Beach
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real Estate Law in Boynton Beach
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boynton Beach
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boynton Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boynton Beach Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boynton Beach-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boynton Beach Choose Harvey Schechter
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Harvey Schechter's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Harvey Schechter brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and real estate, Harvey Schechter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boynton Beach
A Boynton Beach-based practice means Harvey Schechter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Harvey Schechter Handles in Boynton Beach
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Harvey Schechter has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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