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    • 11/10/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • River Rocks, 6485 South, US-1, Rockledge, FL 32955
    Register

    Featuring Attorney Mark Astor

    Date/Time: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 12:00pm (noon)

    Please plan to arrive by 11:50am to ensure a prompt start.

    Location: River Rocks

    Address: 6485 South, US-1, Rockledge, FL 32955

    About Our Speaker: 

    Mark G. Astor is a former prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, legal analyst, and nationally recognized behavioral health law attorney with more than 30 years of courtroom experience.

    Mark began his legal career as an Assistant State Attorney in Palm Beach County, Florida, where he prosecuted thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. During his tenure, he served as Chief of two County Court Divisions before moving to a felony trial division, providing him with extensive experience in criminal law, trial strategy, jury selection, and courtroom advocacy.

    Following his work as a prosecutor, Mark entered private practice as a criminal defense attorney, giving him a unique perspective on both sides of the criminal justice system. Today, he is frequently called upon to provide legal analysis and commentary on high-profile criminal cases, criminal procedure, evidentiary issues, appeals, public safety matters, and breaking legal news.

    Mark has appeared as a legal analyst and commentator on Fox Live and local CBS and ABC television affiliates, providing insight on criminal justice issues, high-profile criminal cases, behavioral health law, addiction, and public safety matters.

    In addition to his criminal law background, Mark is the co-founder of Astor Simovitch Law and The Mental Health & Addiction Law Firm, where he has become a recognized authority on the legal issues surrounding severe mental illness, substance use disorders, involuntary commitment, guardianship, and family intervention. Through his work, he has helped hundreds of families navigate behavioral health crises and secure treatment for loved ones suffering from mental illness and addiction.

    Mark earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan, his Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University, and his LL.M. from American University Washington College of Law.


    Please choose from one of the following lunch menu options when registering. Dessert is included. 

    Onion Crusted Chicken

    (topped with a caramel citrus glaze, mashed potatoes, and garden vegetables)

    Mahi Mahi

    (grilled mahi, pineapple mango salsa, basmati rice, and garden vegetables)

    8oz Sirloin

    (char-grilled filet topped demi-glace, mashed potatoes, and garden vegetables)

    Vegetable Marinara

    (house vegetable, Italian herbs, house made marinara, linguine pasta)

    Sauteed Shrimp Scampi

    (sauteed in a scampi butter, basmati rice, and garden vegetables)


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