Carter Hillstrom - Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer Reviews & Ratings

Carter Hillstrom has an average rating of 5/5 based on 16 reviews and practices at Shemtov & Hillstrom PLLC in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Practice areas include Criminal Defense law.

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About Carter Hillstrom

Carter Hillstrom) is a Florida Bar board certified criminal trial specialist, and a former prosecutor and journalist. When good people find themselves in bad legal situations, Carter is committed to helping those people keep their liberties and reputation intact.. We take a “crisis management” approach to criminal law, utilizing Carter’s extensive criminal law and public relations background to help ordinary people accused by the government of wrongdoing. We approach each case on two fronts: ensuring our clients’ constitutional rights and freedoms are protected, and portraying clients in the best possible light to judges, prosecutors and juries. We hold the government to its obligation to prove a client’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, but also recognize the possibility that clients may someday find themselves at the mercy of the court. This two-pronged approach is a unique way to keep an ordinary person’s freedom and reputation from being taken away by the government. Failing to take all possible steps to protect an individual’s reputation throughout the criminal justice process can have enormously adverse impacts in the future, particularly in the area of employment.

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Police report has factual errors that are hurting my insurance claim. Should I file a new report or what should I do? Aug 1, 2026

criminal defense attorney — Florida

Location: Florida A couple of months ago, my car was broken into while it was parked at my apartment. The police knocked on my door to let me know it had happened. At the time, I had just moved, and my car was full of unlabeled boxes. I honestly had…

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My probation officer is refusing to schedule my next my check-in Jul 25, 2026

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Location: Florida A few days ago I was told to call my probation officer, and schedule my check-in for next month, But while on the phone with him, he told me “no, it won’t do you any good” and ended the call. I’ve finished all required classes, and now I’m…

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Defamation or wrongful arrest? Need advice!! Jul 23, 2026

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Location: Florida In October 2024, three deputy sheriffs showed up at our house to arrest my bf on five felonies that he had no involvement in or knowledge of. He was held with no bond for a total of 71 days before the charges were finally dropped due to no…

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Location: Florida How do I figure out my sister's probation situation after I already allowed her to live with me? Jul 21, 2026

criminal defense attorney — Florida

Location: Florida My sister was arrested for possession of meth in 2025 - Polk County and Criminal Mischief More than $1000 (it was actually arson, she set the bushes in front of her landlord's window on fire) but it got pled down) in 2026 - Marion County. I have been…

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Average Rating: 5
Total Reviews 16

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“Highly recommend! Carter was incredibly professional and kept me in the loop throughout the entire d”

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“I've known Carter Hillstrom for over a decade. He is organized, thorough, honest, and aggressive. Most of all, he always stands for his client's best interest, not for his own or for anyone else's. I proudly endorse this lawyer.”

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Shemtov & Hillstrom PLLC

Practice Area(s)

Criminal Defense

Address

612 SE 5th Ave., Suite 6, Fort Lauderdale , 33301

Counties Served

Broward County - Central

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Carter Hillstrom has received a total of 16 Lawbamba, Avvo, Yelp, Google and Lawyers.com reviews.

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