About

Steven Bell is a criminal defense attorney with extensive experience in the Florida court system, representing clients facing various criminal charges. Learn more about his background and expertise below. Steven Bell is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney and partner at the prestigious law office Meltzer & Bell, P.A. located in West Palm Beach, Florida. With a deep understanding of the Florida court system, Bell is dedicated to providing top-notch legal representation to clients facing a wide range of criminal charges, including DUI, drug offenses, and violent crimes. Bell\s journey in the legal field began after he graduated magna cum laude from Nova Southeastern University and became licensed to practice law in Florida in 2004. He quickly made a name for himself by joining the Broward County Public Defender\s Office in the Juvenile Division as an Assistant Public Defender. Within three years, Bell\s exceptional skills led him to the Felony Division in 2007. At the young age of 26, Bell was appointed as the Managing Supervisor of the entire Juvenile Division, making him one of the youngest attorneys to hold such a prestigious position. In this role, he successfully defended minors facing charges such as DUI, drug offenses, and disorderly conduct. In 2007, Bell transitioned to private practice and became a partner at the firm Ruiz, Bell, Clayman, LLC, where he handled numerous felony and DUI cases. Later, he joined Ted L. Hollander & Associates, also known as Ticket Clinic, as the Lead Trial Counsel for Palm Beach and surrounding areas. In this capacity, he represented clients in hundreds of traffic violation cases, taking many of them to jury trials. In 2013, Bell partnered with Lawrence Meltzer to establish their own practice, Meltzer & Bell, P.A. Here, Bell continues to aggressively defend individuals facing a wide range of criminal charges, from federal offenses to traffic violations, in the Palm Beach County area of Florida. Steven Bell\s dedication to his clients and his extensive experience in the legal field make him a top choice for individuals seeking expert criminal defense representation in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Legal Issues

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Traffic Tickets

Suspended License

DUI & DWI

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Juvenile Law

White Collar Crime

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

• English: Spoken, Written

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Partner
  Meltzer & Bell, P.A.
  2013
• Lawyer
  The Ticket Clinic, A Law Office
  2008
• Partner
  Ruiz, Bell, Clayman, LLC
  2007
• Managing Supervisor of Juvenile Division
  Broward County Public Defender
  2004
• Certified Legal Intern
  Broward County Public Defender
  2003

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