Scott Skier
Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
The Skier Law Firm, P.A.
Practice areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes; view more
Licensed in Florida since: 2003
Education: The University of Maryland School of Law
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
Selected to Rising Stars: 2013 - 2016 Call today:
561-565-5907
Free Consultation The Skier Law Firm, P.A.
250 S. Australian AvenueSuite 1500
West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Visit website
Scott Skier founded The Skier Law Firm, in West Palm Beach, Florida, in 2006. Scott is a native of West Palm Beach and has been practicing solely criminal defense for over twenty (20) years. Mr. Skier represents clients throughout Palm Beach County and the surrounding areas who have been accused of State and Federal misdemeanors and felonies, including white collar crimes, racketeering and major violent crimes. Mr. Skier also handles cases involving drug crimes, robbery, burglary and DUI/DWI.
Upon graduating from Suncoast Community High School, Mr. Skier received the prestigious International Baccalaureate diploma and enrolled at the University of Florida in Gainesville. After he graduated cum laude in 1997, he completed course work for a graduate degree in religious studies. In 1999, Mr. Skier was admitted to the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law and was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2002. His first position was as an assistant public defender in the 15th Judicial Circuit of Florida in Palm Beach County. During his tenure, Mr. Skier handled more than 50 jury trials before establishing The Skier Law Firm, P.A. Admitted to practice before all Florida state courts since 2003, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
In addition to working on high-profile cases, including first-degree murder, in Florida courtrooms, Mr. Skier defends clients in the federal court system. Over the course of his career, he has gotten homicide charges dismissed shortly before the trial was set to begin, and he has helped many clients win not guilty verdicts on charges ranging from first-degree murder with a firearm to DUI.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: White CollarFocus areas
Criminal Law, Criminal Law - Federal, Felony, Misdemeanor, Murder, Sex Offenses, Tax Evasion, White Collar Crime
- 50% Criminal Defense
- 50% Criminal Defense: White Collar
First Admitted: 2003, Florida
Professional Webpage: http://www.skierlawfirm.com/attorney-profile/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Eastern District of Michigan, 2018
- Northern District of Florida, 2018
- United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, 2014
- Southern District of Florida, 2006
- Florida, 2003
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- State v. Joseph Bruny - Two (2) counts of Murder with a Firearm Jury - Acquittal, 2019
- State v. Martinez - Aggravated assault, Reckless Flee and Elude, Child Neglect, Battery on LEO - No File, 2020
- State v. Acevedo - Sexual Battery on an incapacitated person - Not guilty, 2017
- State v. Bruny - First Degree Murder with a Firearm - Not guilty, 2017
- State v. Williams - DUI (3rd) - Not guilty, 2015
Videos
- Are all illegal drugs treated equally when it comes to punishing drug dealers in Florida?
- A police officer stopped me walking down the street and asked me questions. Do I have to answer?
- Can I be stopped and arrested for DUI in Florida even if the vehicle was not moving?
- Can I move if I am on probation in Florida?
- Can a person be guilty of driving under the influence in Florida if they only had one drink?
- Can I have my drunk driving conviction expunged in Florida?
- Can the police get a warrant if someone told them I was doing something illegal?
- Can I be charged if my friend pawned stolen property and I helped them carry it into the pawn shop?
- Can I get a limited license or work permit following a Florida drunk driving conviction?
- Do I have to consent when the police ask me to allow them to search my car or house?
- Do I have to complete the entire probation time?
- Do I have to put up my own bail following an arrest in Florida?
- Do I need a federal attorney to fight my charges?
- Can the police just stop me on the street and search me for no reason in Florida?
- How can I defend myself against a drug charge?
- Can social media or Internet information be used to prove a case against me in court?
- How do I know if I am being investigated for federal charges?
- How do I know that my case is a federal case?
- How does a assistant state attorney in Florida decide which criminals to go after?
- How will my sentence be decided in Florida?
- How might the court use the scram bracelet to punish me before or after I am convicted of...
- How can I find out if there is a warrant for my arrest?
- How can I find out if there is a warrant for my arrest?
- I do not think I have done anything wrong. Why do I need an attorney?
- How much does it cost to hire a attorney in a criminal case in Florida?
- I am guilty, have no defense, and just want to get this over with. Should I even...
- I was arrested for possession of drugs and intent to distribute, but they were for...
- If I simply intend to plead guilty, why do I need an attorney?
- Illegal drugs were found in my house or car but aren't mine. Do I need an attorney?
- Is refusing to let the police search me an admission of guilt?
- In a jury trial, why does the judge need to see the verdict before the jury foreman reads it aloud?
- IRS agents showed up unannounced and want to talk to me. What should I do?
- Is there such a crime as conspiracy with intent to distribute drugs?
- Is there any way to fight back if I am arrested after an illegal search?
- Should I agree to a plea bargain?
- My girlfriend and I got in a fight and I hit her. We made up and are back together. Can...
- The police want me to talk about a crime they think I committed. Should I comply?
- Should I hire a drug or narcotics attorney?
- Once charges have been filed against me, how long before I receive a trial?
- Should I talk to the police?
- The police did not read me my rights. Does that mean that the arrest is invalid and the...
- This is the first time I am in trouble in Florida. Will the prosecutor treat this charge like...
- The police want me to give them permission to search my house, car, computer, camera, etc. Should...
- The police want to get my side of the story. Should I give a statement?
- What are federal magistrate judges?
- What are my rights if I am accused of a crime in Florida?
- What do I do if I cannot afford to make the bail set in my Florida criminal law case?
- What do I do if there is a warrant out for my arrest in Florida?
- What does beyond a reasonable doubt mean?
- What are Miranda rights or Miranda warnings?
- What happens if I refuse a breath test in Florida?
- What happens in a federal detention hearing?
- What is a federal pre-sentence investigation report and what is it used for?
- What if the search and seizure is not legal?
- What is a federal crime?
- What is the difference between jail and prison in Florida?
- What is an ignition interlock device?
- What is identity theft and identity fraud?
- What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
- What is the difference between hiring an attorney and using the appointed public defender?
- When are the police legally allowed to search me?
- What is the role of the Federal government in criminal law?
- When do the police have to read me my rights in Florida?
- Welcome Video - Scott Skier
- Who investigates and prosecutes federal crimes?
- Why should I hire a criminal defense attorney?
- Why is bail is so high? Can something be done to lower the bail?
Pro bono / Community Service
- I have known Bob and Harreen Bertisch, in their capacities at Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, since I was a teenager at Suncoast Community High School performing community service with the Juvenile Advocacy Project. At nearly every stage of my adult life, I have been associated with Legal Aid Society in one way or the other. Throughout college at the University of Florida and into Law School at the University of Maryland, I returned back to Palm Beach County, at various times of the year, and would find myself back with Legal Aid providing community service with JAP. This has continued into my career as an attorney. In the past, I have taken on Juvenile clients appointed by the Court through Legal Aid's Juvenile Advocacy Project. I continue to support Legal Aid and all of their endeavors.
Educational Background
- University of Maryland, 2002
- University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A. cum laude, 1997
- Suncoast High School International Baccalaureate Diploma Recipient , 1994
Office location for Scott Skier
250 S. Australian Avenue
Suite 1500
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: 561-565-5907
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2013 - 2016
