Anne Frances Bleecker

Anne Frances Bleecker

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 34 years

Family Lawyer at Charleston, SC
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

519 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC

About Anne

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

You will have the personal attention your case deserves, and our divorce law firm will advise you in a timely and cost-effective manner.

35 years

30%
Family 30%

Whether you have a straightforward issue, high-income complex divorce case, difficult custody dispute, or need a mediator or arbitrator to help you resolve a family law dispute, we are available to assist and guide you. Call now

35 years

30%
Child Custody 15%

If you and your spouse plan to separate and you have children, the most important issues in your case will involve their custody. Please call us today, we can help.

35 years

15%
Child Support 15%

Anne will work with you and your spouse’s attorney to negotiate the appropriate amount of child support. Please reach out right away.

35 years

15%
Alimony 10%

There are many factors that the Court considers when issuing an award of alimony. We understand South Carolina alimony laws and have experience fighting for our clients. Call Today

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 34 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bleecker Family Law, LLC

519 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC, 29407

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Anne Frances Bleecker's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mindy | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate guidance through the storm

I walked into Anne Frances' office with a broken heart and very little hope for my future. Four months later, I am in a completely different mindset and life is revealing some very promising opportunities for me. I truly have her to thank for helping guide me to this better place. Her staff amazing- ...sympathetic, thorough, kind, and incredibly organized. They are a well oiled machine, and I am so happy that I followed my instincts and put my faith in this law firm. Anne Frances treated everyone in my situation with the utmost respect regardless of grievances, and I felt more safe under her guidance than I have in a very long time. So grateful for Anne Frances Bleeker and her staff. They are spectacular!

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Ben Golde

I can not say enough positive words to explain the experience I had with Anne Francis Bleeker and her staff. Not only extremely talented lawyer but the most compassionate understanding person to work with while going through a difficult situation. I would highly recommend using AFB for your needs. Yo...u will be very happy you hired her , trust me !!! The best choice I have in a long time. And she has also become a very important person who I care tremendously about. She was even at my new wedding and sat at family table. Talent meets character!! Hire her if you need the best representation in charleston...period!!

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great attorney

Anne Frances could not have been a better attorney. I had a difficult divorce, and she was outstanding. She not only was excellent in handling all the legal issues, but she made sure I understood the process from start to finish. I believe that due to the challenges of my case, if I had not had an... attorney of her experience the result would have been much different. I highly recommend Anne Frances if you are in the unfortunate situation of getting a divorce.

Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommended

Anne Frances represented me in a recent divorce case. From our first meeting, she set my mind at ease and gave me full confidence that my case would have a successful outcome. I could not ask for better representation. Calm and confident, Anne Frances clearly knows her trade. I could not have asked f...or better representation.

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A life saver

Anne Frances Bleecker helped me through one of the most difficult periods in my life. From the consultation through to the final hearing, she used her vast experience and knowledge to guide me through each stage of the process. She helped me to know exactly what to expect at each step along the way..., and what the options were at various decision points. She is exceptionally caring and impeccably professional and ethical. I cannot imagine anyone else could have treated me better or achieved a better outcome.

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Anne Frances Bleecker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Anne. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Paul Bradley

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Distinguished Alumna, Ashley Hall School

2011

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Politics-Local, Moja Arts Festival

2004

Mayor Pro Tem, City of Charleston

2000

Compleat Lawyer Silver Award, University of South Carolina

1990

Am Jur in Administrative Law, University of South Carolina Law School

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Senior Counsel, The Bleecker Law Firm, LLC

2000 - 2008

City Council Member, City of Charleston

1995 - 1997

Attorney, Wendt & Bleecker, LLP

1991 - 1995

Attorney, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough

1981 - 1983

Paralegal, Fulbright & Jaworski, LLP Attorneys At Law

1980 - 1981

Paralegal, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Charleston County Bar Association, Pro Bono Committee

Vice Chair

2010 - Present

Charleston County Bar Association, Fee Dispute Committee

Member

1993 - Present

Charleston County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

South Carolina Bar Association

Member

1995 - 2000

South Carolina Women Lawyers Association

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Curry v. Curry, 741 S.E.2d 558

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Education

1991

University of South Carolina

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Texas System, Austin

Masters

1980

Smith College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1976

Ashley Hall School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2016

Family Law from Start to Finish

Divorce Procedures, Initial Steps, and Orders

2016

Family Law From Start to Finish

Child Custody, Parenting Plans, and Paternity Actions

2005

Public Policy Forum

Educating Women about the Political Process

2004

Rotary Club Meeting

Aging and Senior Issues in Charleston, South Carolina

2003

Women's History Month

Women Pioneering the Future

2003

Charleston County Drug Court Graduation

Graduation - Success

2001

Women in Leadership

Women in Politics

Languages

English

Spanish

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