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  • Saint Petersburg, FL
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About Amy

A Voice for the Injured and the Disabled...A Vision Realized

When I was 15, I decided to become an attorney as a voice for the injured and the disabled after being involved in a serious accident.  I understand exactly what it feels like to be treated by others differently and not have my voice heard, because of an injury.  I have a passion and desire to help others as an attorney and treat them with respect, dignity and sincerity.  After graduating from Stetson University College of Law in 2000 and then working at a legal, non-profit organization and several law firms, I founded my own law firm in 2006 based on these qualities. 

Besides being a voice for the injured and the disabled in Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Child's SSI and Auto Accident cases, I also have the privilege to represent people in a variety of other areas of law such as the following:  Real Estate, Traffic Tickets and DUI's, Criminal Defense, Wills and Business Law.  I practice cases in the Tampa Bay Area and surrounding areas, but locally and nationally for SSDI and SSI cases.  

I am currently admitted to practice before all courts within Florida as well as the U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, including the Bankruptcy Division, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court.  Since 2006, I have been a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit-Court and County-Court Mediator.  I have also served as an Adjunct Professor in the MBA program with the University of South Florida-St. Petersburg where I taught Advanced Negotiation.  

I have been honored to be involved with doing legal pro-bono work and working with non-profit organizations including the following:  Executive Director of The Far Corners, Inc. (2006-2012), Executive Council & Strategic Planning Committee of the Pinellas County Coalition for the Homeless (2001-2003), Past Board Member of Homeless Empowerment Program, Inc. (2000-2004), Member of St. Petersburg Bar Foundation (2012), Past Board Member of Aging Matters, Inc. (1999-2000) and the Community Law Program, Inc.

I am truly grateful to have realized my vision to be able to help others as an attorney, and it is such a privilege to do so.

 

 

Practice areas

OtherCriminal defenseWills and living willsSpeeding and traffic ticketSocial security
  1. Social security: 60%

    Represent client's on Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits & Supplemental Security Income (including Child's SSI) from the inital application, reconsideration, hearings and additional appeals in federal court, if necessary.

    19 years, 1,850 cases

  2. Speeding and traffic ticket: 10%

    Represent client's on civil moving traffic violations, also on DUI's and other criminal charges related to criminal traffic offenses and unrelated to them too.

    19 years, 900 cases

  3. Wills and living wills: 10%

    Prepare wills, living wills, durable power of attorney and other estate planning documents for client's.

    19 years, 350 cases

  4. Criminal defense: 5%

    Represent client's from traffic tickets, misdemeanors, felonies, expungement & sealing of records and other criminal issues.

    19 years, 675 cases

  1. Immigration: 4%

    Represent client's in various areas of immigration.

    17 years, 95 cases

  2. Car accident: 3%

    Represent client's after they have been injured in an auto accident, and it was not their fault.

    17 years, 475 cases

  3. Real estate: 3%

    Represent client's in a variety of real estate issues such as: as a title agent at closings, redevelopment, development, eminent domain, preparation of deeds and other forms on real estate deals, and landlord/tenant issues.

    19 years, 400 cases

  4. Mediation: 3%

    Certified Circuit Civil Mediator & Certified County Mediator, inc. Residential Foreclosure Mediations.

    14 years, 30 cases

  5. Family: 2%

    Represent client's in uncontested divorce cases.

    19 years, 85 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

111 2nd Ave. N.E., Suite 360
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Law Offices of Amy G. Bellhorn, PLLC

111 2nd Ave. N.E., Suite 360
P.O. Box 12168
Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701-3434

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing200104/19/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Legal AssistanceCommunity Law Program, Inc.2014
Lapel PinThe Supreme Court of Florida2014
Nomination for Pro Bono Publico AwardPublic Service Law Network Worldwide and Stetson Law School2000
Nomination for JCPenny Golden Rule AwardJCPenny2000
Among Students in Am. Univer. & CollegesWho's Who2000
William F. Blews Pro Bono Service AwardStetson University College of Law2000
Nomination for PC Partners in Public Service AwardPinellas County (PC)2000
SAPIL AwardStetson University College of Law1999
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerLaw Offices of Amy G. Bellhorn, PLLC2006 - Present
Adjunct Professor for Advanced Negotiation in the MBA ProgramUniversity of South Florida St. Petersburg2018 - 2019
AssociateToledo, P.A.2008 - 2008
Executive DirectorThe Far Corners, Inc.2006 - 2012
AssociateLaw Offices of Steven R. Loewenthal, PA2004 - 2007
AssociateMoran & Tileston, P.A.2002 - 2003
Staff attorney in Public Benefits & Homeless UnitsGulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.2001 - 2002
InternshipGulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.2000 - 2000
Student Copy EditorNational Academy of Elder Law Attorney Quarterly1999 - 2000
InternshipHillsborough County State Attorney's Office1999 - 1999
InternshipBay Area Legal Services, Inc.1999 - 1999
Neighborhood Planning AidePinellas County Community Development1998 - 1998
Office Manager & Legal SecretaryLaw Offices of James Meyer, PA1996 - 1997
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Florida BarMember2001 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationMember2012 - 2014
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2012 - 2014
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationChair, Lawyer Referral Service2009 - 2013
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember2006 - 2014
The Far Corners, Inc.Executive Director2006 - 2012
Pinellas County Coalition for the HomelessExecutive Council & Strategic Planning Committee2001 - 2003
Homeless Emergency Project, Inc.Board of Directors2000 - 2004
Aging Matters, Inc.Board of Directors1999 - 2000
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Natural AwakeningsA Voice for the Injured and the Disabled2013
The ParceleteSt. Petersburg Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service2013
Paraclete magazineFrom Conception to Fruition: A Collaborative Effort to Bring SSD/SSI Educational Videos to the Community2013
The ParceleteWhat are the Main Differences Between Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Security Income?2013
Paraclete magazineOverview of Child's Supplemental Security Income2013
The ParcleteThe Membership in the St. Petersburg Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service2013
Natural AwakeningsMain Differences Between Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income2013
Paraclete magazineMembership in the St. Petersburg Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service2011
Paraclete magazineSnapshot of the St. Petersburg Bar Assoc. LRS2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Stetson University College of LawJuris Doctor2000
Florida State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1997

Reviews

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Great attorney

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Ms. Bellhorn won my SSI case. She is extremely professional and well prepared. She is the best of the best. I would highly recommend her.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you so much for allowing me to represent you on your case. It was a sincere pleasure to do so. I appreciate you taking the time to write a review, and I really appreciate your kind words.

Good choice

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So I hired attorney Bellhorn for my ssi case, she won the case for me, Cannot go wrong hiring this attorney.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: It was a pleasure representing you, and I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to do so. I appreciate you taking the time to write a review, and the kind words.

Absolutely the Best Attorney

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Amy Bellhorn is by far; "The Best of the Best!" Extraordinary communication, efficiency and accuracy that far surpassed a previous interaction with a former Attorney. Ms. Bellhorn stepped in and finally I had a sense of relief knowing every detail was getting addressed with thorough and precise dedication with her extensive knowledge of the Social Security process. If anyone has been denied benefits, Attorney Bellhorn gives it her ALL for those in need. She genuinely took the frustrations, abundant burden and stress away with literally one phone call. Do NOT hesitate to retain/hire the BEST in the Industry. This was a life changing experience for the BETTER! If I could give Attorney Bellhorn 10 stars, I would.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you for taking the time to write a review, and I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to have assisted you on your legal issues. It was a pleasure to do so! Thank you for the kind and thoughtful words; I truly appreciate them!

Caring and Compassionate

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I have known Ms Bellhorn personally and professionally for many years. She is thoughtful with the advice given to clients, which ensures the best possible outcome. The care and compassion exhibited for each client is genuine, and is a highly talented Attorney. Without hesitation, I would entrust her with the most sensitive subjects/ areas in my life. It my great pleasure to highly recommend Ms Bellhorn to my family and friends!
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you for taking the time to write a review. It has been my pleasure to assist you with your legal issues in the past. Thank you for the kind words.

Great experience

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I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Bellhorn on two occasions for traffic citations. Throughout the process of each incident, I found her to be very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. She was very mindful of deadlines that needed to be met and would always follow up with me via an email or phone call to offer her assistance as needed. I never had any questions go unanswered and she was always prepared with sound legal advice. I would hughly recommend her to my friends and family without hesitation or reservation.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you for allowing me to assist you with your legal issues; it was a pleasure to do so. Thank you for taking the time to write a review and your kind words.

Brilliant, Compassionate, Understanding, Excellent Listener and Problem Solver

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Without question, I would entrust Amy with the most sensitive and important aspects of my life. If you are every looking for someone who will take the time to listen and sympathy to help, then you have found the right person. Amy is gifted with a brilliant mind to solve complex problems along with an unearthly compassionate heart who genuinely wants to make a difference in the world. I could not be happier with the support and advice she has given me over the years and am happy to know she is just a quick call or email away should I need help in the future.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you so much for the kind and thoughtful words. I truly appreciate them, and you for taking the time to write a review. It has been a pleasure to be of legal assistance to you over the years, and I appreciate you allowing me to do so.

Very Helpful

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I contacted Amy early on in the process of applying for social security disability and have had two consultations with her. Both of my inquiries were responded to promptly and Amy was very helpful with information to assist me in filing my claim, and then, as expected, my appeal. But the thing I like most about Amy is her calm and supportive style. Honestly she'd make a great life coach. I don't think I would have made it this far in the process if it were not for our two phone consults and her follow-up emails to me. Thanks Amy!
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you so much for the kind and thoughtful words. It was a pleasure assisting you, and I sincerely thank you for taking the time to write a review.

The single most helpful attorney I've ever met, and a wonderful human being.

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I came to Amy with several legal problems at once, all different from one another. She was uniformly generous with her time in fielding my questions, and just as helpful in cheerfully and professionally addressing each one. I'm 59 and have met my share of attorneys, and Amy Bellhorn is a cut above all the others. Very highly recommended.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to write a review. It was a pleasure assisting you. Thank you for allowing me to do so.

Great all around!

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Amy was extremely knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. She had a quick, very professional and correct response to my issue. I would highly recommend her for anything and really seems to be a truly nice person.
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Consulted attorney
Amy Bellhorn's response: It was truly a pleasure assisting you with your legal issues; thank you for the opportunity to do so. Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to write a review.

Client

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I have had the pleasure of knowing Amy for many years. She is kind, and incredibly likable. Her professionalism is exemplary. My husband and I consulted with, and ultimately hired her to handle our wills, and end of life issues. Prompt and considerate throughout the entire process.
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Amy Bellhorn's response: Thank you for the thoughtful and kind words. I appreciate them, and you taking the time to write a review. It was such a pleasure to assist you and your husband on your legal issues.
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Attorney endorsements

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Sean Costis, Family Attorney on Oct 29, 2019
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Amy is an excellent lawyer! Diligence, experience and competence are all qualities she enjoys. I highly recommend her.

Ronald Bone, Car accident Attorney on Aug 8, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Amy has shown throughout the course of her career that she has tremendous legal acumen, coupled with a truly impressive ability to communicate effectively with judges, fellow attorneys, and clients that come from all walks of life. I fully endorse Amy, as I know that she will fight hard for her clients, exceed their expectations, and give them outstanding care and attention while tackling their legal issues with skill and grace. Amy also takes time out to give back to the community, and is highly regarded as a professor of negotiation at the University of South Florida. Most importantly, she is one of the most thoughtful, caring, and compassionate human beings I know.

Ethan Pham, Social security Attorney on Feb 20, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Ms. Bellhorn is a highly skillful and experienced attorney. Her answers to questions on Avvo demonstrate her vast legal knowledge.

Ronald Nelson, Employment and labor Attorney on May 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I've known Ms. Bellhorn for approximately 7 years. She is a top lawyer in the Social Security Disability area. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking representation in this area of law. She is a very professional attorney.

Francoise Haasch, Motorcycle accident Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Excellent attorney for handling Social Security claims. I endorse this lawyer.

Kevin Sparkman, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 20, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Ahmad Yakzan, Immigration Attorney on Dec 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Steven Schwartz, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

For over 10 years, Attorney Bellhorn has been a strong advocate for those in need of social security benefits. Her tenacity in getting these benefits is a tribute to her desire to help others. I strongly recommend her legal services.

Steven A. Culbreath, Immigration Attorney on Aug 20, 2011
Relationship: Friend

I can wholeheartedly recommend Amy to anyone who may have SSI and related matters to contend with. Amy is passionate about her clients, and goes the 'extra mile' to help and achieve favorable results.

Lara Davis, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 24, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Amy and I worked together on a dissolution of marriage. Amy zealously advocated on behalf of her client, but maintained a high degree of integrity and professional courtesy.

Sami Thalji, Consumer protection Attorney on May 18, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Amy is a great disability lawyer. We refer all our clients to her.

John Tucker, Insurance Attorney on Jul 21, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly recommend Amy. Although I handle Social Security Disability, I do not handle child's disability cases, and I refer everyone who contacts my office on that type of case to Amy. She practices in several areas, and is a talented attorney.

Charles Gallagher, Foreclosure Attorney on Apr 20, 2008
Relationship: Friend

Amy is an excellent attorney.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$150-$400/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs20 minutes
OTHER BILLING TYPES
  • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-33%
  • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.25%
PAYMENT METHODS

Cash, Check, Credit Card