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Mike Gottlieb

Mike Gottlieb

Dem

State Assembly · House District 102

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Biography

Mike Gottlieb is a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 102 in Broward County. Born on November 15, 1968, in Hollywood, Florida, he resides in Davie and works as a criminal defense attorney with over 25 years of experience, holding an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and Super Lawyers recognition. Elected in 2018 by defeating Republican Joseph Cruz 64%–36%, he was reelected unopposed in 2020 and 2022, initially serving District 98 until redistricting moved him to District 102. Notable achievements include sponsoring HB 103 to update subpoena service definitions and fines for noncompliance, and partnering with Lori Alhadeff post-Parkland shooting to pass HB 23 mandating panic alarms in public schools. He serves as Democratic Ranking Member on the Select Committee on Property Taxes and as Minority Floor Leader.

Education and Political Experience

  • Education: George Washington University, BA in Political Science ; Nova Southeastern University, JD .
  • Political Experience: Elected to Florida House in 2018; reelected 2020 and 2022; current roles include Minority Floor Leader and Democratic Ranking Member, Select Committee on Property Taxes. Prior to politics, practiced criminal defense law for 25 years. Active in charitable organizations like the South Florida Chapter of the MS Society, Debbie's Dream Foundation, and Jewish Federation.

Committees

4 assignments
Judiciary ranking member
Property Taxes Select ranking member
Rules and Ethics ranking member
Security and Threat Assessment member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 102
Born
November 15, 1968 (57 years old)
Mailing
Room 403, House Office Building 402 S. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399