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also known as Robert W. Bivins
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Robert ("Bob") Bivins is Managing Partner of Bivins & Hemenway, P.A., a full service commercial law firm emphasizing real estate, business law, and estate planning and serving clients throughout West Central Florida from offices located in the commercial heart of the fast-growing community of Brandon, Florida. I am deeply committed to providing sophisticated legal services to my clients in a timely, practical, and effective manner that emphasizes value, and personal attention. I also have made a strong personal commitment to community involvement in various civic, charitable, and business associations within my community. Martindale-Hubbell, the nation's oldest law firm directory, has rated me "AV" (the highest rating available). An “AV” rating is given to approximately 6% of law firms and lawyers nationwide based both on professional expertise and ethical standards. Our firm also is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers published by Martindale-Hubbell and is a member of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms, which is a nationwide alliance of law firms carefully selected for membership based on each firm’s proven dedication to the highest standards of integrity, civility, and quality of work product. A life long Tampa Bay area native, in addition to my law practice I also am co-owner of cattle operations in Hillsborough and Pasco Counties and a property management company operating in the Tampa Bay area.
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
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1060 Bloomingdale Avenue, Valrico, FL, 33596-6105
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Posted by Arlene | August 05, 2008
Vice President Market Manager
Bob not only is an excellent Attorney who cares about his Clients, he is an active member of his Community serving to make his Community a better place to live. I would highly recommend Bob.
Posted by Robert | July 21, 2008 | Estate Planning
Best representation I've ever had
I've been in the Real Estate business for forty years. This guy keeps his cool and will keep you out of trouble. He has an ability to understand the problem and find a solution that works for everyone. His fees are reasonable ( if that's possible with a lawyer ) and he keeps the situation moving so y...
Posted by Mark | July 21, 2008 | Construction & Development
Mark W. Creager
Over the last 3 to 4 years Bob has helped me through not only the developement and construction phase of my project but also with the developement and implimentation of my tenent leases. I think very highly of Bob as an attorney and a person and will continue to utilize his services and highly r...
Posted by Lisa | July 18, 2008 | Business
Lisa Pusateri, President, A & A Mortgage Funding, Inc.
Bob and his staff have handled all legal matters for my firm including the establishment of the Corporation, the purchase of our property, proper licensing, trademarks, our corporate buyout transaction, employee paperwork and contracts, and even compliance recommendations. He also assists our very o...
Posted by jeff | July 18, 2008 | Real Estate
Director of Land
Bob does a great job working with us on a variety of real estate legal matters. He is responsive, diligent, and understands how to make sure a client is protected without killing a deal.
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Real estate lawyer
Real estate lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Listed, Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Florida Super Lawyer 2011, Super Lawyers
2010
Florida Super Lawyer 2010, Super Lawyers
2010
Primerus Community Service Award, International Society of Primerus Law Firms
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Florida Super Lawyer 2009, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1995
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1984
Editor-in-Chief, University of Florida Law Review
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Bivins & Hemenway, P.A.
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Bivins & Hemenway, P.A.
1998 - 2007
Shareholder, Fuller Holsonback Bivins & Malloy, P.A.
1987 - 1998
Partner, Glenn Rasmussen & Fogarty
1985 - 1987
Law Clerk to Chief Justice Parker Lee McDonald, Florida Supreme Court
2014 - Present
Brandon Regional HospitalMember, Board of Trustees
2014 - Present
International Society of Primerus Law FirmsMember, Board of Directors
2010 - Present
International Council of Shopping CentersMember
2007 - Present
Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA, Inc.Board Member, Chairman, Campo Family YMCA
2007 - Present
International Society of Primerus Law FirmsMember, Primerus Business Law Institute
2000 - Present
Tampa Bay Real Estate Investment CouncilMember
1997 - Present
Leadership Tampa Alumni AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Leadership Brandon Alumni AssociationLife Member
1993 - Present
Optimist Club of Tampa, Inc.Director, Past President
1989 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember
1989 - Present
Florida Bar, Environmental and Land Use Law SectionMember
1987 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
The Florida BarMember
2014 - 2014
Greater Brandon Chamber of CommerceConsulting Attorney
2012 - 2013
Greater Brandon Chamber of CommerceChairman
2011 - 2012
International Society of Primerus Law FirmsChairman, Primerus Business Law Institute - North America
2010 - 2011
International Society of Primerus Law FirmsChair Elect, Primerus Business Law Institute
2010 - 2011
Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA, Inc.Campo Family YMCA Annual Giving Campaign Chairman
2009 - 2012
International Society of Primerus Law FirmsCo-Chair, Commercial Law Group
2008 - 2011
Greater Brandon Chamber of CommerceCo-Chair, Winthrop/Bloomingdale Area Council
2002 - 2003
Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA, Inc.Metro Board Member
1994 - 2003
Tampa Metropolitan YMCA, Inc.Brandon Advisory Board Member, Past Chairman
1993 - 2002
The Tampa Connection, IncDirector
1989 - 1990
Hillsborough County Bar Association Corporation, Banking and Business Law CommitteeChairman
1985
JD - Juris Doctor, with honors
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts, with honors
1978
N/A
2011
2009
State and Federal Compliance Issues for Not for Profit Corporations
2007
Labor Law and Human Resource Issues
2002
Title Examination - Title Insurance Commitments/Abstracts of Title/Surveys
2001
Insuring Construction Loans
1994
Issues in Real Estate Transactions
2010
2009
2009
1988
1987
1984
English