Atty. Stephen M Bernhardt

Atty. Stephen M Bernhardt

Stephen M Bernhardt is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, debt defense, personal injury and 11 other areas of law. Stephen has been licensed for 16 years.

Palm Harbor Palm Harbor 16 yrs experience 16 year
Call (727) 946-2487 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen M Bernhardt at a glance

Stephen M Bernhardt is a Managing Partner based in Palm Harbor, Florida, practicing at Bernhardt Riley Attorneys at Law, PLLC. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (2010). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2010). Serands clients in Palm Harbor, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen M Bernhardt is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, debt defense, personal injury and 11 other areas of law
  • Stephen has been licensed for 16 years
  • Stephen practices at Bernhardt Riley Attorneys at Law, PLLC in Palm Harbor, FL and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen M Bernhardt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen M Bernhardt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palm Harbor are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen M Bernhardt

Where is Stephen M Bernhardt's law office located?
Stephen M Bernhardt's law practice is located in Palm Harbor, Florida. The firm is Bernhardt Riley Attorneys at Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen M Bernhardt handle?
Stephen M Bernhardt focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen M Bernhardt practiced law?
Stephen M Bernhardt has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Stephen M Bernhardt go to law school?
Stephen M Bernhardt earned their education at (J.D., 2010).
How can I contact Stephen M Bernhardt for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen M Bernhardt directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Florida Coastal School of Law
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2010

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