Eric David Bruce
About Eric
Biography
Mr. Bruce was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1992 and moved to the Sarasota-Bradenton area that same year to begin his career as an attorney. During the course of his career, he has been engaged in various aspects of civil practice, including over ten years of service as the Senior Program Attorney for the Manatee County Clerk of Circuit Court’s Child Support Enforcement Office, where on occasion he acted in the capacity of a Special Prosecutor on behalf of the State of Florida Department of Revenue in Indirect Criminal Contempt cases. He is a member of the Florida Justice Association, a long-time coach and supporter of the Manatee High School Mock Trial Team program, a continuing legal education lecturer and the 2009-2010 President for the Manatee County Bar Association.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
100%-100%
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Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Heintz Law
905 6th Ave W, Bradenton, FL, 34205
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Eric David Bruce's Reviews
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Posted by joe | November 21, 2012 | Personal Injury
Understanding and caring .
I hired Heintz & Becker for a personal injury lawyer. Steve Heintz had Eric Bruce Handle my case. He was very easy to talk with and explained all of my options in plain english. He along with one of the firm's paralegal, Teresa Anderson, kept my informed of everything going on with my case. Eric w...
Eric David Bruce's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Attorney Bruce. From his credentials Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community and striving for more and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
"Eric is an excellent advocate for his clients who will work tirelessly to assure that his clients get the justice they deserve. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse Eric with no reservation. I have watched Eric practice law since 1994 and he has practiced with my firm since 2009. Eric has a natural gift for trial skills and negotiating. He is brilliant and a hard worker. I am fortunate to work with him."
"Mr. Bruce is a superb advocate. I have personally benefited from his excellent advocacy in the court room with a ruling he got from a judge. Too many lawyers are "TV" lawyers who take cases in and settle them. Mr. Bruce is the genuine article when it comes to litigation. He tireless in his efforts for his clients. I have read his memorandums, seen the effect he has in the court room and been impressed by his skill. He is an excellent advocate for his clients and a brilliant litigator."
"Eric is a fantastic attorney, with an excellent reputation in our community. I highly recommend Eric if you are looking for an attorney with a quick legal mind an attention to detail."
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale Hubbell
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Heintz & Becker
2009 - 2016
Litigation Attorney, Heintz & Becker
1998 - 2009
Senior Program Attorney, Manatee County Clerk of Circuit Court
1993 - 1998
Principal, Eric D. Bruce, P.A.
1992 - 1993
Associate, Harllee, Porges, Hamlin & Hamrick
Associations
2017 - Present
Florida Bar, Grievance CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, 12th Judicial Circuit, Grievance Committee BMember
2010 - Present
Manatee County Bar AssociationPast President
2009 - Present
Florida Justice Association
2019 - 2019
Florida Bar, Grievance CommitteeChair
2009 - 2010
Manatee County Bar AssociationPresident
2008 - 2009
Manatee County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2006 - 2008
Manatee County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2003 - 2006
Manatee County Bar AssociationDirector
1996 - 2014
Manatee County Bar AssociationHigh School Mock Trial Coach
Sample of Legal Cases
Plantiff verdict $155,000, 45% comparative negligence
Judgment for $590,000 with 25% comparative negligence
Education
1992
law
1989
Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2011
Ethical issues related to LOPs
2008
Family Law