BankAtlantic Bancorp to Issue Financial Results for the First Quarter, 2008.

To Host and Webcast Investor and Media Teleconference Call

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- BankAtlantic Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BBX) announced today that it plans to release its financial results for the first quarter, 2008 in a press release to be issued after the market closes on Monday, April 28, 2008. BankAtlantic Bancorp will host an investor and media teleconference call and webcast on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. (Eastern Time).

Teleconference Call Information:

To access the teleconference call in the U.S. and Canada, the toll free number to call is 1-800-968-8156. International calls may be placed to 706-634-5752. Domestic and international callers may reference PIN number 43689235.

A replay of the conference call will be available beginning two hours after the call's completion through 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Tuesday, May 13, 2008. To access the replay option in the U.S. and Canada, the toll free number to call is 1-800-642-1687. International calls for the replay may be placed at 706-645-9291. The replay digital PIN number for both domestic and international calls is 43689235.

Webcast Information:

Alternatively, individuals may listen to the live and/or archived webcast of the teleconference call. To listen to the webcast, visit www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com, access the "Investor Relations" section and click on the "Webcast" navigation link, or go directly to http://www.visualwebcaster.com/event.asp?id=47441. The archive of the teleconference call will be available through 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Tuesday, May 13, 2008.

BankAtlantic Bancorp's first quarter, 2008 financial results press release and financial summary, as well as the Supplemental Financials (a detailed summary of significant financial events and extensive business segment financial data), will be available on its website at: www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com.

* To view the financial summary, access the "Investor Relations" section and click on the "Quarterly Financials" navigation link.

* To view the Supplemental Financials, access the "Investor Relations" section and click on the "Supplemental Financials" navigation link.

Copies of BankAtlantic Bancorp's first quarter, 2008 financial results press release and financial summary, and the Supplemental Financials will also be made available upon request via fax, email, or postal service mail. To request a copy, contact BankAtlantic Bancorp's Investor Relations department using the contact information listed below.

About BankAtlantic Bancorp:

BankAtlantic Bancorp (NYSE:BBX) is a diversified financial services holding company and the parent company of BankAtlantic. BankAtlantic Bancorp provides a full line of products and services encompassing consumer and commercial banking.

About BankAtlantic:

BankAtlantic, "Florida's Most Convenient Bank," with $6 billion in assets and more than 100 stores is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida. BankAtlantic is open 7 days a week and offers holiday hours, extended weekday hours, Totally Free Online Banking & Bill Pay, a 7-Day Customer Service Center, Totally Free Change Exchange coin counters and free retail and business checking with a free gift. BankAtlantic has been serving communities throughout Florida since 1952 and currently operates more than 250 conveniently located ATMs. The bank has supported thousands of charitable, civic and professional organizations since the inception of the BankAtlantic Foundation in 1994.

For further information, please visit our websites:

www.BankAtlanticBancorp.com

www.BankAtlantic.com

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BankAtlantic Bancorp Contact Info:
Donna Rouzeau,
Assistant Vice President, Investor Relations &
Corporate Communications
Email: [e-mail]
Leo Hinkley,
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations Officer
Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Mailing Address: BankAtlantic Bancorp, Investor Relations
2100 West Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. When used in this press release, the words "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "may," "intend," "expect" and similar expressions identify certain of such forward-looking statements. Actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated, expressed, or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein.