If you have been injured by the fault of another then I know what you're going through because I've been on both sides of the desk – as a lawyer and as a client. In May of 1974 at the intersection of US 41 and Cortez Road in Bradenton, a car ran a red light and hit me broadside. Unfortunately, I was riding a motorcycle. I lost the big toe on my right foot, and my ankle was fused. I endured over a dozen surgeries and was in a cast for over a year. I know something about pain and suffering. I felt the insurance company was less than fair with me, and I have made it my life's mission to protect others from the unfair tactics used by insurance companies.
Languages spoken
Spanish, German
Heintz & Becker
905 Sixth Ave W
Bradenton, FL, 342054954
Heintz & Becker
2033 Main St
#406
Sarasota, FL, 34327
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1980 | 12/20/2020 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2019 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2018 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2017 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2016 |
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2014 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Board Certified Civil Trial (re-certified) | The Florida Bar | 2013 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
Board Certified Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 2012 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers Association | 2011 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
Selected for inclusion in SuperLawyers | Law & Politics Magazine | 2010 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate (re-certified) | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 2009 |
Selected for inclusion in SuperLawyers | Law & Politics Magazine | 2009 |
Board Certified in Civil Trial (re-certified) | The Florida Bar | 2008 |
Selected for inclusion in SuperLawyers | Law & Politics Magazine | 2008 |
AV rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2007 |
Selected for inclusion in SuperLawyers | Law & Politics Magazine | 2007 |
Selected for inclusion in SuperLawyers | Law & Politics Magazine | 2006 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2006 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2005 |
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers | Martindale-Hubbell | 2005 |
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate (re-certified) | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 2004 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2004 |
Board Certified in Civil Trial (re-certified) | The Florida Bar | 2003 |
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 1999 |
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer | The Florida Bar | 1998 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Heintz & Becker | 1981 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Justice Association | President's Club | N/A |
American Association for Justice | Sustaining Member | N/A |
Manatee County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Southern Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Police Athletic League | Football Coach | 2002 - 2009 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Florida Evidence | Admissibilty of and Objections to Evidence | 1996 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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The Florida State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1980 |
University of South Florida | BA | 1977 |
Manatee Junior College | AA | 1975 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Southern Trial Lawyers Association New Orleans Conference | Collecting Bodily Injury Damages from Property Damage Coverage | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Proksosch v M.A.S.S. Services | 4.5 million dollar settlement |
DeTurk v Alvarez | 1.5 million dollar settlement on $100,000 policy |
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Anthony Carbone, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2015
Relationship: Friend
I have always admired how strongly steve Heintz is dedicated to his clients. He represents his clients with passion and pride. He is a true advocate and an excellent trial lawyer. I am proud to endorse Steve Heintz.
Jason Mulholland, Wrongful death Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve Heintz has my highest possible endorsement. I have known him for more than 10 years. He is an excellent trial attorney and legal strategist. In their time of loss, Steve is there to help families get the justice they deserve.
Peter Aiken, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have referred Personal injury cases to him and worked with him on several of those cases. He has a knack for optimizing settlements and can back it up with serious trial skills. He is one of the best PI lawyers in Bradenton.
J Olmstead, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 11, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. He is head and shoulders above the billboard/t.v. lawyers. He listens to his clients, figures out the best outcomes for them and advises his clients accordingly and gets those results. He knows the judges in the community and he has the my full respect.
James Magazine, Car accident Attorney on Sep 21, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
David Glatthorn, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 15, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer I have known Mr Heintz since Law School. I never hesitate to consult him on common areas of practice and particular matters relating to personal injury case investigation and litigation on the West Coast of Florida. I have always found his advice to be insightful and very useful..Having practiced exclusively in the personal injury litigation area for over 30 years , I can wholeheartedly endorse Steve Heintz
Matthew Schultz, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 25, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve deserves every point of his perfect rating. An excellent lawyer I would endorse for any personal injury client.
W. Harrell, Personal injury Attorney on May 6, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve is a highly capable and exceptional personal injury attorney. He has a strong command of the law which he is able to use to his clients' advantage. I would highly recommend Steve.
Jonathan Groff, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 27, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve is a dedicated advocate for his clients and the rights of injured Floridians. His experience; skill and legal knowledge has been an invaluable help to me and other attorneys I know of. I highly recomend him
Kathryn Johnston, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 15, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
If you have been seriously injured and need a zealous advocate to work hard on your case, I strongly recommend Steve Heintz. He is a dedicated victim rights advocate with the experience and dedication to get injury victims the best possible results.
Paul Pritchard, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 14, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Steve Heintz without any reservation. Steve is a dedicated attorney who tirelessly pursues justice and keeps his client’s best interests in mind. Steve's ethics and excellent work product make him an excellent choice as a litigator.
Elizabeth Herd, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 13, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve is a leader in his community and a fine trial lawyer who zealously represents his clients.
Blane McCarthy, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 13, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. I've known Steve for many years and find him to be exceptionally sharp and sincere in his desire to help injury victims. Steve has given me great counsel over the years, and his insights and knowledge of the law were impressive and invaluable.
Melvin Wright, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Steven is a credit to his profession. He represents his clients with the most advanced of skills and the widest breadth of knowledge, all while abiding by the highest of ethics.
Richard Kolodinsky, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Steve Heintz is a hard working persoanl injury lawyer who stays up to date on the law and aggressively persues his client's goals.
Richard Johnson, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve is a leading personal injury attorney in his area of the state. He combines a technical skill with a sensitivity to the needs of his clients. He is also a published scolar in the field of evidence -- a rare distinction that is not only academic, but practically useful in his trials.
Diana Santa Maria, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Steve is an excellent lawyer and any client would be well served by his representation.
James Messer, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Steve Heintz is an outstanding trial lawyer. He is the finest of advocates.
David Templer, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 9, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am proud to have Steve as my colleague in this legal community and feel quite secure in his guidance, recommendations and collaboration. Working with Steve has made me a better lawyer in serving my own clients.