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

Member in Good Standing

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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 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Child support

Michele Bernard has lied and set false expectations of getting my support adjusted . After the hearing she didn’t bother to follow up with me not even after that meeting . She took my money and ran off offering no assistance that she told me she could help with . She coerced me into paying for her se...rvices making it seem as if it was do or die and have not came through with anything and I’m still stuck at square 1 with no true guidance, a jacked up fee in support and no custody order and parental planning in place …… ROBBERY !!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child/Custody Great Lawyer

My situation was very unique and difficult. I had looked for a lawyer for several weeks and Michele was the only one who took interest in my case/situation. She was on top of my case from the moment I hired her until the judge's decision. She is very knowledgeable about the law and is relentless i...n achieving her goals to get the best outcome for you. She is well sought out and sometimes it will take her a day to return my calls but she always did. Many times, I was emailed information after midnight which shows her dedication and willingness to work late nights for you. She demonstrated dedication and determination throughout the entire 7 months that it took to settle my case. She is concerned about children's well being and their safety. I highly recommend her services!

Posted by Joey | October 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Not recommended at all horrible

I would love to say something good about her if she did anything good but after receiving full payment she will never return your phone call she will not contact you back at all she pretty much will take your money and do nothing I hired her in 2019 it's 2023 and still nothing has been done and it wa...s a custody case for my daughter she took advantage of me and took my money without doing anything provided nothing whatsoever don't fall for her games she is a good talker

Michele Bernard

Replied last October 21, 2023

Client paid a flat rate from case inception through Mediation. All of that was completed including Mediation. He is just not happy his ex did not agree to settle.

Posted by Joseph | February 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Lawyer who gets the job done , correctly.

Hiring Michele is one of the best decisions I could have made . I started my divorce in 2018 and for 3 years nothing happened , old attorney wouldn’t answer calls or emails or anything and when my old attorney got disbarred most other attorneys wouldn’t take my case due to its “complications “ . I wa...s referred to Michele by several co workers and she instantly agreed to meet with me in person and laid a foundation of how things were going to happen or supposed to happen . Not only does she answer all your texts and phone calls , she does it in a timely fashion . Michele takes everything on a personal level and really wants to get the best done . Within the first few months on my divorce case , she was able to drop an injunction against me , that was wrongfully placed and proved I was innocent . And regarding this divorce she has gotten more done in 4 months then my entire 3 years with my old attorney. Everything I have asked for I have been awarded in court and my final hearing is less then a few weeks away . Please everyone you will not regret your decision, Michele will be the most friendly person you meet in person but In the court room she will be the person you want on your side .

Posted by Tenele | April 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hands down best lawyer

This lawyer was very to the point no cutting corner kept it realistic and did what she needed to do. I would recommend her to anyone who having issues with getting there kids. Even after she help me with my pickup order she checked on me to make sure things went smoothly.

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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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