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At Bernhardt Riley, our skilled attorneys have extensive trial experience in Criminal Law, Debt Relief, Business Litigation, Real Estate Litigation and General Civil Litigation. Our Florida Law Firm is committed to providing the best possible representation for our clients.
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As former felony prosecutors, Bernhardt Riley understands the best defenses available to defend you when it counts, and with a skilled real estate attorney and Realtor on its team, attains the experience needed to represent and protect the right of businesses and property owners alike.
Bernhardt Riley | Criminal Law, Business Litigation and Civil Litigation Attorneys | Tampa and Destin Florida
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Bernhardt Riley Attorney’s at Law is available for consultation in Palm Harbor, Clearwater, Tampa Bay, Holiday, and Destin Florida. They have a team of dedicated lawyers to help you with your legal needs.
Stephen M. Bernhardt, Esq.
Stephen M. Bernhardt has been practicing law since 2010 and has experience in both criminal and civil law. His legal career began at the State Attorney’s Office where he was a prosecutor for several years. Bernhardt prosecuted multiple trials resulting in prison sentences of more than ten years, including a trial that resulted in a guilty verdict and a mandatory life-in-prison sentence.
After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Bernhardt began practicing civil law for one of the largest creditors’ rights firms in the United States. He quickly became the lead litigator for the firm’s Florida office and handled countless civil hearings and trials.
Ultimately, Bernhardt started his own practice. Using the knowledge Stephen has gained throughout the last decade, Bernhardt Law maintains a sharp focus and dedication to ensuring each client’s specific situation is handled with the utmost professionalism, attention to detail, and integrity.
Athena Pearl Riley, ESQ.
Athena Pearl Riley is a former felony prosecutor, licensed REALTOR®, and real estate investor who has been practicing law since 2010.
Mrs. Riley guides individuals through the formation and defense of their business entities, and helps property owners and HOA’s manage their disputes. She also defends claimants in civil asset forfeiture cases brought by the state, among handling a number of other civil litigation matters.
Mrs. Riley’s extensive trial experience, meticulous attention to case details, and real estate background has made her the go-to attorney for individuals, investors and businesses alike seeking the zealous representation they deserve!
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Testimonials
Paul Brukner2024-04-16Outstanding customer Service. Every one of my questions got answers immediately. If I need legal representation again. I know who to Call.
Curtis Frensley2024-04-13Bernhard Riley Law firm did an amazing job with my case throughout entire process 100% exceeded my expectations!!! I will definitely reach out to them in the future from Curt Frensley
Jason Clark2024-04-06Berhhardt Riley, Attorneys handle my case with ease in a timely and communicative manner, highly recommended for someone who gets into a dispute over debt. Thank you Thiago Lanes for your professionalism and abilities to release this burden.
Brenda Sosa2024-03-29Excellent customer service, the process was smooth and with great professionalism!
Bunches Tomlin2024-03-14⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can't thank them team enough for their outstanding representation! From the moment I reached out, they were attentive, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Their expertise and dedication ensured that my case was handled with the utmost care and precision. Thank you for everything!
Kim Waldrop2024-03-14Attorneys are friendly, professional, quick to react and get results that are very beneficial.
Augusto Potter2024-03-11Thank you Mr. Riley! You are a profesional with a great work ethic and with a vast of knowledge. Recommended!
Rene2024-03-06From the start to the finish, the process was simple and easy. They outlined everything in our prep call and also showed me what the other party might do to better prepare me for the case. The end result was better than expected and they were upfront and always fast with communication! Truly a good representation !
Philippe Gillon2024-02-23They did nothing, all the documents were sent from my end on time but nothing was actually presented to court on time. Probably they just took my case to cash my legal services insurance