Ingrid Marie Hooglander

Ingrid Marie Hooglander

3.9
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 27 years

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

1209 Lakeside Drive, Brandon, FL

About Ingrid

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

25 years

40%
Child Custody 15%

25 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

5%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Brandon Legal Group

1209 Lakeside Drive, Brandon, FL, 33511

Brandon Legal Group

122 E. Main Street, #249, Lakeland, FL, 33801

Brandon :Legal Group

1228 East 7th Ave, Suite 200, Tampa, FL, 33605

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Ingrid Marie Hooglander's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2024 | Probate

Worest Attorney

This attorney will over bill and delay your case. Her general manger is her husband. She will have her husband perform work on a case such as appraise you house and/or perform comps for your home. All billed separately without the client knowing it is her husband doing the work. She will wait till th...e last minute to prepare for a hearing if at all. She hires her friends to do fiduciary duties for fees without informing the client of possible conflicts. Ingrid will use up retainers just during the internal case handling. When she moved she had to file paper work for each case and billed the clients for each filing even though it was her that caused the notices to be filed the client had to pay for the notice that were filed even though there forms were all the same expect for the case heading. All were billed the same amount. I would say 75% of the good reviews that are posted are from friends and employees that she either asked (friends) or told to post (employees) good reviews. Before hiring this attorney read all reviews. Do a little reasearch on the names. Some are from clients, probably the easy and quick cases. The complicated cases are the one Ingrid will stumble and drag-out for all she can. Just speak with her and you will see she really does not complete her thoughts and expects you to. Ingrid does this on purpose just so she can say you said that not her. Do you research or you will have no one to blame but yourself. I have personal knowledge of the inter-workings of this office.

Posted by Tanya | September 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Tells it like it is but gets you through it!

Ingrid was absolutely amazing and walked me thought the process in a no nonsense way to help me divorce my "wasband" the fastest way possible. Two days after mediation I got the call at 3:25pm, I was officially free. I hope no one has to go through a divorce but if you do BLG will help make the best ...of it for you!

Posted by Lelanya | September 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Big hearted, Big mouth!!

Ingrid represented me in my divorce. She was so supportive and so caring. It was a tough time, nothing made sense but she sometimes literally held my hand and helped me get through it. Don't get me wrong she is one tough cookie and she will go into court and kick butt but she understands that someti...mes clients need someone who can provide a shoulder to cry on. She is definitely crusty on the outside and soft and squishy on the inside. I highly recommend her and refer people to her often.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Honest and hardworking attorney

Ingrid really went to bat for me. I had been trying to handle my case myself and needless to say wasn't doing a great job of it. Ingrid was able to salvage what I had done and get me through my divorce without feeling like I had lost the farm...

Posted by Sue | April 07, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Couldn't have made it through without her help and/or support

I really appreciated the way Ingrid helped me through a very intimidating experience and one of the most emotional in my life so far, my divorce. Ingrid and her staff were very helpful, patient and professional. They went over each step of the process to make sure I understood everything that was g...oing to happen next.

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Ingrid Marie Hooglander's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Goldfarb

Family lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Ingrid for some time as we began our careers together. She has always been a strong advocate for her clients and for her side of the case. She is an excellent attorney, whose skill and gifts are shown immediately every time she makes an argument. If I had ever had an issue I would not hesitate to hire Ingrid to represent me or my family members."

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Charles Gallagher

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ingrid is a gifted attorney with significant subject matter experience in family law matters. She has a ton of experience and is an expert in this practice area. She is a hard worker and puts clients first. She is able to gain exceptional results for her clients. Without hesitation I endorse Ingrid."

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Danielle Lord

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ingrid Hooglander zealously advocates for her clients. I have had the opportunity to be opposing counsel on several cases with Attorney Hooglander and I am higihly impressed with the level of dedication she shows her clients and the level of respect she has for the court system."

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Paul Maney

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ingrid and I have opposed each other in court and I find her to be prepared, knowledgeable, and a zealous advocate for her clients. She has at all times been courteous and professional. Ingrid will do everything possible to ensure the best possible outcome for her clients."

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Paul Phipps

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've had cases against Mrs. Hooglander and I also know her from events the legal community. In my experience, Mrs. Hooglander is professional, prepared, and a zealous advocate for her clients."

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David Veenstra

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Hooglander since 2010. I am personally aware of her professional knowledge. I have had occasion to consult with her on my matters and her advice has been outstanding. I have also had the opportunity to observe her in the courtroom. Her demeanor is impeccable and the passion and care she brings to the case on behalf of her clients is obvious. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Astl

Family lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without pause or question. Ingrid is aggressive, but surprisingly sensitive, and cares about each and every one of her clients. She is extremely knowledgeable and dynamic."

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Theresa O'Neill

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ingrid is a great attorney who always goes the extra mile for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Luke Mattson

Family lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this Attorney. I met Ingrid as an opposing counsel years ago. She is committed to aggressively representing her client's best interests. Ingrid and I now work together."

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Adam Bantner

Family lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ingrid has the unique ability to be both incredibly aggressive and compassionate at the same time. Prior to joining her firm, I did not hesitate in referring my family law cases to Ingrid."

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Ed Spinks

Litigation lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ingrid is a consummate professional. She works hard for her clients to obtain just results. I have worked with Ingrid on several cases and have always known her to be dedicated to her clients and their cause."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Law Review - Articles Editor, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

Work Experience

1999 - 2001

A-Level Felony Prosecutor, Miami-Dade County State Attorney's Office

Associations

2009 - Present

YP Brandon

Member

2007 - Present

Family Law Inns of Court

Member

2005 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1998 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2008 - 2009

Young Life

Board of Directors

Education

1998

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Cleveland State University

Master of Public Administration

1993

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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