Bridget Ann Heptner

Bridget Ann Heptner

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Clearwater, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony, Child Custody

2560 Gulf To Bay Blvd., Suite 250, Clearwater, FL

About Bridget

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 25%

Contested and Uncontested Divorces

36 years

25%
Alimony 20%

36 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

36 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bridget Heptner Law Office

2560 Gulf To Bay Blvd., Suite 250, Clearwater, FL, 33765-4434

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Bridget Ann Heptner's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 20 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by stephanie | April 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great experience

Bridget did a wonderful job helping my daughter through a very unpleasant divorce. She and her assistant Nikki were very helpful and patient with my daughter who has medical issues. Our whole family was involved with the divorce because of her medical problems and Bridget was more than helpful with a...ll of us. I would hire her again.

Posted by Jen | June 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

made an unpleasant life event bearable

I very rarely write reviews, but felt compelled to do so after having Bridget Heptner prepare my divorce. She made me feel comfortable and confident with every meeting. Answered every single question I had. Was extremely quick to respond via phone or email and didn't make me wait weeks for appoin...tments, paperwork, or scheduling. She plowed through my divorce and got in done within 3 months. Her assistant, Nikki, always warm and welcoming and very competent. Would highly recommend Ms. Heptner's services and would use her again if ever needed.

Posted by Michael | June 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Honest, trustworthy, professional, fair, and knowledgeable

I would highly recommend Bridget without reservation. She has all the attributes and integrity that one would hope for in a family law attorney. I spent over 150,000 in attorney fees with a "billboard attorney" who never was able to facilitate or promote a mediation, with my contentious divorce, ...that was dragged out for over 2 years. In fact, I believe some of my initial attorney's advice actually promoted more motions, mediations, useless depositions, court hearings and most importantly more attorney fees. From my first meeting with Bridget, the interaction was very different compared to my initial attorney. She only has one assistant Nikki who is always a pleasure to deal with regarding correspondence, and leaving messages. Bridget only takes enough clients in order to properly handle a case. This is crucial if you want your divorce to come to a real settlement. She is not trying to build an empire. There was no absurd paralegal fees or abuse of billing, which in my opinion was rampant with my first attorney. The most important difference was the one on one attentiveness with my very complex case, which resulted in her mediating my divorce within less than a month. She actually would answer question or concerns via email or phone promptly. I truly believe if I had her as my family law attorney, my Divorce may have never been dragged out for 2 1/2 years, and I wouldn't have lost my entire retirement to attorney fees. I already have been recommending other colleagues and friends to at least obtain a second opinion from her. She was a pleasure to work with due to her compassion, integrity, intelligence, experience and professionalism!!! 5 stars and excellent review is was earned and deserved.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Left me days before trial and communicated with me unprofessionally

I retained Ms. Heptner in a divorce case. In the beginning she was very thorough & friendly. Her disposition changed dramatically as I would not agree to her terms of the divorce settlement she was demanding. She withdrew from my case, without informing only days before trial & left me with noth...ing. I consider this type of behavior extremely unprofessional & unjust. Save your $ and find a lawyer who takes into consideration your needs & not just her own. What a disgrace!

Bridget Heptner

Replied last May 21, 2015

I withdrew from representation after many years due to client taking an impossible position and owing a large amount of fees she was without the ability to pay. Our retainer Contract contains a provision addressing this issue, which this client was well aware.

Posted by Anna | May 20, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding.

Finding a lawyer wasn't easy. Having the right lawyer defending you is the most important resource one needs during a difficult time. Trust and dedication is key. That is what I got with Bridget Heptner. From my first phone call to her office, to the final judgment of my case, her dedication and de...termination was outstanding. Every step of my divorce process was handled with care. I am very thankful I had Bridget Heptner on my side.

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Sidney Kilgore

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bridget Heptner since we were fellow law students at Stetson University College of Law. She is a highly competent family attorney of impeccable integrity. Indeed, it was Bridget to whom I turned for representation in my own divorce from my first wife."

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James Royal

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent advocate for her clients."

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Wendi Hall-Gonzales

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as a highly skilled and knowledgeable family law attorney. I have worked with her as opposing counsel on many family law cases and find her to be an excellent advocate for her client and very professional."

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Mary Borja

Family lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is top notch in every way, well respected by her peers and a consummate professional."

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Robert Valentine

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bridget. She's a consummate professional and always advocates zealously for and appropriately advises her clients."

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Patrick Gaffney

Family lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bridget is a hard working and very smart lawyer. I have worked with her extensively and have always found her well prepared. Her background in criminal law reveals strong trial skills. However, she does not lead her clients into needless litigation. I recommend her without hesitation."

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Kathy George

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Bridget for over ten (10) years. She is a pillar to our legal community."

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Robert Heyman

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

". I have known Bridget for her entire career, first as a Public Defender and now as a family law practitioner. She has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for her clients, especially dealing with the difficult issues presented in family law. I refer clients to her without hesitation. I strongly endorse her work."

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Carin Constantine

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Ralph Richards Award, Clearwater Bar Association

2010

President's Award, President Clearwater Bar

2009

President's Award, President Clearwater Bar

2008

President's Award, Clearwater Bar Association

1990

Outstanding Service Award, Pinellas County Public Defender's Office

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Sole Practioner, Bridget Heptner Law Office

1986 - 1990

Public Defender, Pinellas County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Canakaris American Inn of Court

Executive Director

Clearwater Bar Association

2012 - 2013

Clearwater Bar Association

President

2011 - 2012

Clearwater Bar Association

President-Elect

2008 - 2010

Clearwater Bar Association

Senior Director

2007 - 2010

Clearwater Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chairman

Education

1985

Stetson University College of Law

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Languages

English

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