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Amy G. Bellhorn
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Biography
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, compassion and kindness. 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) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), 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 Estate Planning. 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 and County Mediator. In April 2021, I was certified by The Florida Supreme Court as a Family 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 have received the AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. I have been recognized by my peers as one of "Tampa's Attorneys of the Year" (2024 & 2025), one of "Tampa's Top Women in Law" in 2025, and an Honoree as one of "Tampa's Men & Women of the Year" 2025 in Tampa Style Magazine.
I am truly grateful to have realized my vision to be able to help others and make a meaningful and positive difference as an attorney, and it is such a privilege to do so.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
60%
25 years
Real Estate
9%
25 years
Wills and Living Wills
9%
25 years
Mediation
8%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-350 per hour
Contingency
25%-40%
Pro bono
10 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Amy G. Bellhorn, PLLC
111 2nd Ave. N.E., Suite 360, P.O. Box 1187, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33731
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Amy G. Bellhorn's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 43 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Butch | November 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent lawyer
Amy kept me well informed all throughout my case. I will highly recommend her .
Amy Bellhorn
Replied last November 29, 2024Thank you so much for allowing me to represent you on your legal issue. It was such a pleasure to do so! Thank you for kindly taking the time to write an online review, and I greatly appreciate your kind words and recommendation! They mean a lot!
Posted by RPI | October 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Legal Review
It was a pleasure having attorney Bellhorn handle a legal concern for me. Amy is a knowledgeable and experienced attorney who quickly addressed my concern in a thorough and efficient manner.
Amy Bellhorn
Replied last October 31, 2024Thank you for allowing me the privilege to assist you with your legal issue, and it was a sincere pleasure to do so! Thank you for taking the time to write an online review, and I greatly appreciate your kind words!
Posted by James | September 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Successful Negotiations: VA & Social Security
In the Spring of 2010 my position as CWMD Analyst was downsized with a local military command organization in Tampa, Fl.. I utilized my career network to begin the process of securing new employment. With advice from a mentor I concurrently began negotiations with both the Veterans Administration...
Amy Bellhorn
Replied last September 9, 2024Thank you so much for taking the time to write an online review. I greatly appreciate your kind and thoughtful words, and they mean so much! It was a pleasure representing you on your legal issue, and I thank you for allowing me to do so.
Posted by Mark | September 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best attorney in the world!!!
Amy is fantastic! She is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, compassionate and one of the finest people I have ever met. Amy handled my case with precision and kept me informed every step. If you need an attorney for SSA or any of her other specialties, she is the best of the best!
Amy Bellhorn
Replied last September 6, 2024Thank you so much for your kind words, and they are greatly appreciated! Thank you also for allowing me to represent you on your legal issue, and it was a sincere pleasure to do so.
Posted by Marjorie & Chris | February 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Marjorie & Chris
Attorney Amy Bellhorn was a pleasure to work with for our Wills and other documents. There were a few unusual circumstances that arose. She was so knowledgeable, caring and patient with us. We recommend her 100+%. Thank you again for not giving up on us.
Amy Bellhorn
Replied last February 21, 2024Thank you so much for the kind and thoughtful words! I greatly appreciate them, and you taking the time to write a review! Thank you for allowing me to represent you on your legal issues, and it was a sincere pleasure to do so.
Amy G. Bellhorn's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Amy on several matters, and referred many clients to her. She displays extreme professionalism and superior legal knowledge. I am proud to endorse Amy Bellhorn."
"Amy is the consummate professional. She is courteous, efficient, helpful, empathetic and responsive. I did not list a single area of practice for this endorsement, because I feel that she provides expert representation in all areas of practice listed in her profile."
"Amy is an excellent lawyer! Diligence, experience and competence are all qualities she enjoys. I highly recommend her."
"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."
"Ms. Bellhorn is a highly skillful and experienced attorney. Her answers to questions on Avvo demonstrate her vast legal knowledge."
"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
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Excellent attorney for handling Social Security claims. I endorse this lawyer."
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Steven Schwartz
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 16
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."
"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."
"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."
"Amy is a great disability lawyer. We refer all our clients to her."
"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."
"Amy is an excellent attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Honoree, Tampa's Men & Women of the Year 2025, Tampa Style Magazine
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Honoree, Tampa's Attorneys of the Year 2025, Tampa Style Magazine
2025
Honoree, Tampa's Top Women in Law 2025, Tampa Style Magazine
2024
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2024
Honoree, Tampa's Attorneys of the Year 2024, Tampa Style Magazine
2024
AV Preeminent Peer Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2024
Best Disability Law Firm in St. Petersburg, FL, Legal Directorate
2023
Best Disability Law Firm in St. Petersburg, Legal Directorate
2023
Silver Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Client Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2018
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2017
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Legal Assistance, Community Law Program, Inc.
2014
Lapel Pin, The Supreme Court of Florida
2001
Among Students in Am. Univer. & Colleges, "Who's Who"
2000
Certificate of Appreciation JCPenny Golden Rule Award, JCPenny and Golden Rule Award
2000
Nomination for Pro Bono Publico Award, Public Service Law Network Worldwide and Stetson Law School
2000
Public Service Fellowship, Florida Bar Foundation
2000
William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law
2000
Stetson Assoc. Public Interest Law Summer Fellowship, Stetson University College of Law
2000
Nomination for PC Partners in Public Service Award, Pinellas County (PC)
1999
Public Service Fellowship, Florida Bar Foundation
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Law Offices of Amy G. Bellhorn, PLLC
2018 - 2019
Adjunct Professor for Advanced Negotiation in the MBA Program, University of South Florida St. Petersburg
2008 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Toledo, P.A.
2006 - 2012
Executive Director, The Far Corners, Inc.
2003 - 2003
Associate Attorney & Office Manager (Tampa Office), Moran & Tileston, P.A.
2003 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Steven R. Loewenthal, PA
2001 - 2002
Staff Attorney, Public Benefits & HUD Homeless Project, Gulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.
2000 - 2000
Summer Fellow, Stetson Association for Public Interest Law (SAPIL)
2000 - 2000
Certified Legal Intern (Elder Law Clinic), Bay Area Legal Services, Inc.
2000 - 2000
Certified Legal Intern (Civil Poverty Clinic), Gulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.
1999 - 2000
Student Copy Editor, NAELA Quarterly, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. (NAELA)
1999 - 2000
Public Service Fellow, Stetson University College Of Law
1999 - 1999
Certified Legal Intern, Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office
1997 - 1998
Management Intern, Pinellas County Community Development
1996 - 1997
Office Manager & Legal Assistant, Law Offices of James Meyer, PA
Associations
2020 - Present
Florida Department of Business and Professional RegulationMember, FL Real Estate Sales Associate
2001 - Present
Florida BarMember
2012 - 2014
Florida Justice AssociationMember
2012 - 2014
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
St. Petersburg Bar FoundationMember
2009 - 2013
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationChair, Lawyer Referral Service
2006 - 2014
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2012
The Far Corners, Inc.Executive Director
2006 - 2013
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR)Member
2006 - 2011
Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund, Inc.Member
2001 - 2003
Pinellas County Coalition for the HomelessExecutive Council & Strategic Planning Committee
2000 - 2004
Homeless Emergency Project, Inc.Board of Directors
1999 - 2000
Aging Matters, Inc.Board of Directors
Education
2000
Stetson University College of Law
Juris Doctor
1997
Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2013
The Parcelete
St. Petersburg Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
2013
2013
Natural Awakenings
A Voice for the Injured and the Disabled
2013
2013
The Parclete
The Membership in the St. Petersburg Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
2013
Paraclete magazine
Overview of Child's Supplemental Security Income
2013
2011
Paraclete magazine
Membership in the St. Petersburg Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
2010
Paraclete magazine
Snapshot of the St. Petersburg Bar Assoc. LRS
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do i know if i get ssi or ssd?
29 Aug 2023
Q&A
Denied for SSDI and SSI on the initial application. What is my next step pertaining to an appeal?
03 Sep 2023
Q&A
How do you apply for disability?
12 Aug 2023