Dale L. Bernstein

Dale L. Bernstein

3.3
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 39 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at NEW PORT RICHEY, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Business ... +2 more

5801 MAIN ST., NEW PORT RICHEY, FL

About Dale

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Contested Divorce and Uncontested Divorce in the New Port Richey, Florida area.

40 years | 1,200 cases

40%
Family 20%

Child support and other family law issues in the in the New Port Richey, Florida area.

40 years | 1,100 cases

20%
Business 15%

40 years | 1,050 cases

15%
Real Estate 15%

Real Estate Closings and Transaction in the New Port Richey, Florida area.

40 years | 2,001 cases

15%
Litigation 10%

40 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Dale L. Bernstein, Chartered Law Office

5801 MAIN ST., NEW PORT RICHEY, FL, 34652

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Dale L. Bernstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BE CAREFUL

Worst decision hiring representation from this attorney for a child custody case. Communican wasn't up to par. Ridiculously expensive and unreasonable with costs. Did very minimal work, ran through retainer fee and still had to pay additional monies although case was withdrawn and closed by petitione...r.

Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce never filed with court

Paid Mr Bernstein almost $5000 to file my divorce. Stated a Financial Affidavit had to be reviewed and completed before filing. Requested additional $5000 to file. I did have the money and he never filed for divorce. because I refused to pay him an additional $5000.

Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst attorney I ever hired

Dale Bernstein comes off as very personable, but my experience is that he cares more about finding ways to bill you than to further your cause. He repeatedly called me, followed up with multiple emails, always charging his $400/hr as liberally as he could find a way to do it. He loves to climb on h...is hrse and lecture on simple theories he holds, but doesn't listen, or cares not to listen, to the client. Seriously folks, run don't walk form this guy!

Posted by Chelsea | October 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Lawyer!

Words can't describe his superior intelligence and expertise in this industry. He achieved everything he said he would, and could do, with my divorce and even better than what I had imagined, in an remarkable time frame! Thanks again, Dale!

Posted by Diane | August 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Aggressive Representation

I chose Dale because he advertised aggressive representation and that is exactly what I got. Although the divorce process was emotional for me I also knew it was business and an important financial decision that would affect my future. Dale was straight forward, organized, time efficient and effectiv...e. These traits saved me time and costs. Would I recommend him, absolutely. My outcome was quicker and financially better than expected.

Dale Bernstein

Replied last September 2, 2015

Thank you Diane. It was my pleasure to represent you. -Dale

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Dale L. Bernstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Russell Marlowe

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had multiple cases with Dale Bernstein over the course of 25+ years. I have always found him to be professional and receptive to reasonable proposals for settlement of our cases. When trial is required, he has represented his clients' interest well while maintaining a high level of courtesy and professionalism."

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Allyson Hughes

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Dale Bernstein for over 25 years. I have had many cases with Dale as opposing counsel. Dale is an excellent family law attorney and is well respected in the legal community. He is tenacious yet professional, and works hard to problem solve for his clients. I’m always impressed with his level of skill and courtesy. I highly recommend Dale."

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Russell Marlowe

Family lawyer

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Audrey Jefferis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Allyson Hughes

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Principal, Dale Bernstein Law

1987 - 1989

General Counsel and Senior Vice President, G. Gordon Liddy & Associates

Associations

1986 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

West Pasco Bar Association

Member

Education

1986

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Florida Bar, CLE Committee

Conflict of Interest

Languages

English

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