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Bridgette Michelle Domingos
also known as Bridgette Michelle Jackson, Bridgette Michelle Lester
About Bridgette
Biography
Attorney Bridgette Michelle Domingos is compassionate, competent and centered around your legal needs. Whether it be a criminal matter, personal injury or small business related, Attorney Domingos is here to guide you throughout the process while getting it the best results for you. She is the immediate past President of the Fred G. Minnis, Sr. Bar Association, which is the largest predominantly African American bar Association in the county and one of the fastest growing. She served 2 terms as President and currently sits on the Board.
About Attorney Bridgette Michelle:
Bridgette Michelle was raised in a military home where she she saw the sacrifice of our men and women in uniform each day. Through her father’s service to our great country she was afforded the opportunity to travel many parts of the world, and led to her graduating in Italy.
Prior to becoming an Attorney, she set her sights on education. She became an Educator with Pinellas County Schools in the fall of 2008. She taught the award winning Broadcast Journalism program at Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle School and served as a mentor for the Girlfriends program and started the schools first ever debate team.
While being an Educator she also attended the part-time program at Stetson University College of Law. She was recognized in "Who's Who in American Law Schools and Universities," earned a scholarship from the Fred G.Minnis Sr. Bar Association and was honored as a Daniel Burton scholar. Additionally, she served as a Law clerk for Tamara Felton, P.A. and as a judicial intern for the Sixth Judicial Circuit before she became an Assistant Public Defender. While working in that capacity she earned the coveted, "We Are the Hope," award and “Best Advocate,” at the state wide training session.
Attorney Bridgette Michelle further honed her skills by working for a prominent law firm in the Tampa Bay Area. There, she was able to work on several high profile cases, many of which made national news.
Most recently she’s been recognized by the National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, SuperLawyers Rising Star 2017, Top Rated Attorney by Avvo for a perfect 10 rating while also receiving the Clients Choice Award.
She still finds time to be actively give back through her volunteer effortd with Pinellas county schools, church and her community.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
13 years
DUI and DWI
25%
13 years
Car Accident
20%
13 years
Personal Injury
10%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 13 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2013
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Location
Domingos Law
801 West Bay Drive, Suite 705, Largo, FL, 33770
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Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Lawyer
Bridgette is the best lawyer one could ask for hands down!!!Bridgette handled not only one our family situations but two. She pulled through both times with all charges dropped. Always answered my calls and questions. If your looking for a lawyer Bridgette is the one, very thorough & took all my stre...
Posted by Jacquelyn DiMarco | May 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
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We had one week to fight a state declaration for a driver's license restriction due to excess traffic points. We spoke with Rod several times and within days, they had a motion in front of the judge and the case was resolved in our favor. We received sincere, prompt, thorough, very personable, and ...
Posted by Deontray Bonner | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Attorney
Bridgette was a beast in court. Never gave up regardless of circumstances that the state and judge gave her on my case.im convinced with out her i wouldnt be here.i give her all my blessings thank you angel...
Posted by Tonia | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Domingos law
I was seeking counsel for a relative when I came across Domingos law .. I was hesitant to call at first. I called two more attorneys but I kept thinking about Mrs Domings so I spoke to my God father. He read everything I presented to him about Mrs Domings. He got half way through and said " She is th...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2018 | Education
Inspiring Attorney
Attorney Domingos was a speaker at our Introduction to Paralegalism class and wow! Such an inspiring woman with a beautiful heart. She spoke of how passionate she is with doing whats best for her clients and she taught us the importance of really being dedicated to each case. Thank you, Dr. Domingos,...
Bridgette Michelle Domingos's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bridgette is a hardworking and tenacious attorney. She advocates for her clients best interest and is passionate about what she does. As the President of the Fred G. Minnis Bar Association, she ensures that the organization continues to grow and prosper. She is a pillar of our community and I highly recommend her!"
"Ms. Lester is a zealous advocate who continuously and tirelessly gives back to the St. Petersburg community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Bridgette is a smart and zealous advocate who sincerely cares for her clients. If you want an attorney who will passionately advocate for you and never give up, then you should meet with her."
"Ms. Domingos and I have worked together on numerous cases. She is dedicated to fighting for her clients and a skilled advocate in the courtroom. I am proud to call her a colleague!"
"Bridgette is a zealous advocate who works hard to get positive results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lester is a zealous advocate for her clients. She goes above and beyond, is sincere, and cares about each case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bridgette is a highly, capable, accomplished, and compassionate Defense attorney. She provides personalized advocacy for all of her clients and she is always a pleasure to associate with."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lester is a great advocate and extremely hard working. She strives to deliver great results and really fights to protect her clients' rights."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lester is knowledgeable, professional and hard-working. I am confident when referring clients to Bridgette as I know they will be in great hands."
"Bridgette is a dynamic, passionate, and experienced advocate for her clients. She is also a recognized leader in the legal community, as president of the Fred G. Minnis Sr. Bar Association. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Bridgette Lester is a sharp and tenacious who is passionate about advocating for her clients. She is well on her way to being a top notch criminal defense lawyer in the Tampa Bay Area!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Black Lawyers Association
2014
"We Are The Hope", Public Defender's Office, Sixth Circuit
2014
Best Advocate, Public Defender College
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner/ Managing Attorney, Domingos Law Group, LLC
2016 - 2017
Associate, Trevena, Pontrello & Associates
2013 - 2016
Assistant Public Defender, Sixth Judicial Circuit
2008 - 2013
Educator, Pinellas County Schools
Associations
2016 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Fred G.Minnis, Sr. Bar AssociationPresident
2010 - Present
Pinellas County Schools, Take Stock in ChildrenMentor
2014 - 2015
FACDLMember
2013 - 2015
Fred G.Minnis, Sr. Bar AssociationPresident Elect
Sample of Legal Cases
Battery
Case dismissed
Education
2010
Stetson University College of Law
J.D.
2001
Jacksonville University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2015
General Body Meeting
Life After Law School
Publications
2016
The Weekly Challenger
Lester Recognized as Top 40 Under 40
Languages
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers