Michele Mary Bernard

Michele Mary Bernard

4.6
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Family

390 N. Orange Ave. #2300, 2300, Orlando, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

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Location

Holistic Legal, P.A.

390 N. Orange Ave. #2300, 2300, Orlando, FL, 32801

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Michele Mary Bernard's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

71 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 71 reviews

Posted by Ricardo | July 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Life saver !

I cannot say enough great things about Michelle Bernard. She is amazing in every way, I am blessed to have her as my attorney. I hired Michelle during my child's dependency case. I was lost and confused.. Michelle agreed to represent me through the entire dependency and family court procedures.... She was in constant contact with me, thorough in preparing all my documents and extremely professional in the courtroom. She also guided me through arbitration and was always supportive and understanding. Michelle made me at ease during the one of the most difficult times of my life and in the end everything wound up perfect. She went above and beyond my expectations. I cannot thank her enough. If you need legal help.. I recommend her strongly. She is the very best.

Posted by Russell | July 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Absolutely Wonderful!

Michelle Bernard has been a God send. Her knowledge, kindness and advise had been nothing short of amazing. The service that I have recieved for my child support and visitation case from her and Darcy was outstanding. Michelle and her team made a very difficult and painful process much easier to han...dle. Michelle is not your stereo typical attorney, her heart is in the right place. But, you can be assured, not to take her kindness for weakness. She fought hard every step of the way for the best interests of my son and myself. I've been so happy with the services provided in the past that I have hired her and her team again for my legal needs.

Posted by Wendi | November 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding, extremely intelligent and dedicated to the safety and best interest of the child

I would give Michelle Bernard more than 5 stars, if it were possible. She was VERY passionate in her presentation to the judge in regards to the safety and this child's best interest of care. Ms. Bernard went above and beyond in her research to obtain UNDENIABLE evidence that was presented to the cou...rt. She WILL go above and beyond to insure the best interest and safety of the child. Ms. Bernard works hard and is very responsive to any questions or concerns. Michelle was extremely impressive in how she gathered months and months of evidence to build this case. I would more than highly recommend Ms. Bernard!

Posted by Heather | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce with Children

Michele has been an intricate part of my divorce case from the moment I hired her. When I first filled we thought we would handle it all ourselves and were almost through for the most part. That was, until I realized I was compromising too much just to make it easier and he wasn't even following the ...guidelines we had agreed to, even the ones he suggested. Michele came in and saved the day and undid much of the mistakes we had made by trying to do it ourselves. She has been fighting for what's right for my kids and I. My case has been difficult because of my ex but Michele continues to push through his stubbornness. I truly appreciate all the hard work she has put into my case.

Posted by Kevin h. | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing representation

Atty bernard took on my case knowing of hardships in my life and the level of difficulty the case involved. From the beginning atty bernard not only believed in me but fought for my daughter and i with everything she is as an attorney and as a human being. Her level of communication was exemplary as ...was her fortitude to bring justice to an otherwise corrupted case. Michelle and her staff left no stone unturned and stood up against the courts and others involved as none i have ever seen. Her level of compassion i compare to that of family or higher. Michelle worked very long,late hours on our case even when my financial situation turned less than favorable. Michelle's concern for my child even was well above anything i have ever seen or heard of from any attorney in her field. I highly recommend after anyone speaks to other attorneys HIRE MICHELLE BERNARD AND HOLISTIC LEGAL. CLEARLY, in my book a true privilege for her to represent me. She believed in me when no one else did and continued to do so. A TRUE BLESSING. PERHAPS EVEN ONE OF GODS ANGELS ON EARTH. THANK YOU FOR BRINGING JUSTICE TO AN OTHERWISE BROKEN SYSTEM.

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Michele Mary Bernard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michelle Stile

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of opposing Attorney Bernard in a divorce case that seemed destined for a multi-day trial. By being professional, honest and clear in negotiables/non-negotiables we were able to find a win-win for our respective clients. I found Attorney Bernard to be extremely organized and prepared at pre-trial hearings. If I were going through a domestic relations case I would hire her to represent me."

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Jaime Halscott

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Michele is thorough and capable. She excels in anything that she works on."

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Erin Morse

Family lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was granted the pleasure of working with Ms. Bernanrd in a case that we were both concerned would not settle. With her guidance and professionalism we were able to help both of our clients with a positive outcome. I was impressed with Ms. Bernard's professionalism and dedication to the profession and focusing on what is best for the child in this case and both parties. I still frequently reach out to her for counsel and would comfortably send her clients should I have a conflict."

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Jeffrey Feulner

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Bernard fights for her clients with a high level of ethical representation. I am pleased to endorse her."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alvin Benton

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Bilecki

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michele is a family law attorney who is passionate about representing her clients. One of Orlando's premier attorneys."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yousef Monadjemi

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ksenia Maiorova

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michele is bright, passionate and tenacious. I am pleased to endorse her."

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Patrick Angel

Family lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Lowe

Unknown lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Very personable lawyer who seems to truly care about the best interests of her clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Holistic Legal, P.A.

2012 - 2012

Associate, Kaufman, Englett & Lynd

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Holz Law Group

2007 - 2009

Attorney, Michele M. Bernard, P.A.

Associations

2019 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

2019 - Present

Supreme Court Historical Society

2018 - Present

George C. Young First Central Florida American Inn of Court

2018 - Present

Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court

2018 - Present

American Inns of Court

2012 - Present

Yoga Alliance

Registered Yoga Teacher

2007 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

Florida A&M University College of Law

2003

University of Central Florida

MS - Master of Science

2002

University of Central Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

American Sign Language

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