Bernhardt Riley, Attorneys at Law, PLLC

At Bernhardt Riley, we don’t just practice law—we fight for our clients with relentless advocacy, strategic litigation, and unwavering integrity. Founded by former prosecutors Stephen Bernhardt and Athena Pearl Riley, our firm is built on deep legal expertise and a commitment to winning tough cases. 📍 Serving Clients Across Florida With offices in Palm Harbor, Clearwater, Tampa, Destin, Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Naples, and St. Augustine, we bring elite legal representation to individuals and businesses statewide. Whether you’re facing criminal charges, a complex business dispute, real estate litigation, or debt-related challenges, You Want Us on Your Side. Our Areas of Expertise: • Criminal Defense – DUI, drug crimes, felonies, misdemeanors, assault & battery • Real Estate Litigation – Landlord-tenant disputes, HOA conflicts, failure to disclose cases • Business Litigation – Contract disputes, FDUTPA claims, commercial real estate matters • Debt Defense – Consumer debt, creditor harassment, loan disputes • Personal Injury – Auto accidents, premises liability, hurricane damage claims • Florida Tax Deed & Foreclosure Surplus Recovery Why Choose Bernhardt Riley? ✅ Former Prosecutors, Experienced Litigators – We anticipate the opposition’s strategies and fight aggressively for our clients. ✅ A Go-To Referral Firm for Attorneys – Trusted by Florida law firms for complex litigation support. ✅ Statewide Presence, Local Expertise – Multiple office locations ensure accessibility and local knowledge. ✅ Client-Focused, Results-Driven – We provide strategic, personalized legal solutions backed by decades of experience. Let’s Connect Looking for a trusted legal partner or a firm to refer cases to? We’re here to help. Contact us today. 📞 727-335-3533 📍 Palm Harbor | Clearwater | Tampa | Destin | Jacksonville | Naples | Ft. Lauderdale | St. Augustine 🔗 brflorida.com ⚖️ You Want Us on Your Side