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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Posted by Barton | May 05, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Extremely knowledgable and easy to work with.

I was completely overwhelmed by the divorce and talked to about a dozen different family law attorneys in Pinellas County before I scheduled my interview with Bridget. I had already made my mind up to hire a different attorney but, out of respect to a colleague who strongly recommended meeting with h...er, I kept my appointment with Bridget. She immediately impressed me with her depth of knowledge on family law in Florida and how it is interpreted in the various judge's courtrooms in Pinellas. She and her assistant Nikki helped me every step of the way. When I needed help and direction assembling documents, they helped me. When I needed a quick question answered, they helped me (often without charging me!). When I needed someone to listen to my side of the story and offer solutions to very complex issues, they helped me. Throughout the process Bridget gave me all of the information about each part we were dealing with, offered her opinion of the situation and empowered me to make my own decision. I entered the divorce not feeling so good about myself and my life but as we progressed I began to regain confidence in myself and ultimately, by the time the divorce was final, I was a new man. I really can't recommend Bridget enough.

Posted by Denise | April 12, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Recommend 100%

My experience with Bridget Heptner and her assistant Nikki Luna has been 100% positive even though it involved an extremely negative situation. When complaining to a friend about my frustration with the initial lawyer I retained, he told me about his experience with Bridget Heptner. Unlike the firs...t lawyer, all my phone calls (which were numerous) were returned almost immediately. Things I did not understand were patiently explained to me, and everything was treated with priority to resolve my case even though I was not her only client. My understanding (and personal experience) is that the professionalism, priority, respect and kindness that was given to me by both Ms. Heptner and Ms. Luna is not the norm in the “legal business.” I would endorse this law firm any day!

Posted by Marcy | April 10, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Awesome job!

Ms. Heptner represented me in my very complex divorce case. Whenever I had questions her or her assistant were there for me. My ex-husband thought he could win by hiring a high priced attorney. Ms. Heptner made him "shake in his boots." As a matter of fact he tried 3 different attorneys. She was grea...t and her fees were reasonable. I'm glad I retained her before he did. :o)

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Bridget Ann Heptner's Lawyer Endorsements

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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

law

Languages

English

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