Hevia Hechtman Baldwin

Firm Overview

Hevia Hechtman Baldwin Trial Lawyers is a dynamic, Miami-based trial law firm known for its dedicated and experienced representation of clients in high-stakes trial work across Florida. Founded on core principles of Trust, Professionalism, Integrity, Empathy, and Humility, the firm has cultivated a reputation as trusted trial lawyers committed to securing favorable results for the catastrophically injured and clients facing complex, commercial, probate, insurance and criminal matters. The firm emphasizes putting its extensive legal experience to work, demonstrated by a record of over 150 trials, including more than 100 jury trials to verdict. HHB are often called in when things need fixing, even by other law firms, and they deliver.

Key Personnel:

• Founder Anthony Hevia is board-certified in civil trial and an adjunct professor in the FIU College of Law Trial Advocacy Program. He is recognized by the judiciary and his peers for excellence in the courtroom and a confidence-building touch with the clients. He is the Firm's lead trial attorney.
• Partner Brandon Hechtman brings a diverse background to the Firm. He leads the probate and business litigation departments while also grounding its medical malpractice work. He is recognized by the judiciary and his peers for commanding the law and the facts to deliver for the clients.
• Partner Matthew Baldwin was Felony Division Chief at the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, where he served for six years. He is a fierce advocate for his clients, and routinely delivers exceptional outcomes in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. He is respected by the judiciary and other lawyers for never backing down when the facts and law are on his side.

Core Practice Areas

The firm offers specialized representation in several key areas, underpinned by extensive trial experience:

• Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, & Medical Malpractice: HHB focuses on representing the catastrophically injured and families in wrongful death claims. Expertise includes serious injury resulting from negligence, medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, and premises liability. The firm’s success in this area is evidenced by recognition for top jury verdicts.
• Will, Trust, and Guardianship Litigation: The Firm is experienced in litigating the emotional and financial issues before the probate court, including disputes over competence, trusts, wills, actions to recover wrongfully taken assets, and safeguard assets for minor children following a wrongful death.
• Business Litigation: Dedicated to providing transparent and regular communication while resolving a variety of contract and business-tort claims that interfere with a client's daily operations and growth.
• Insurance Litigation: the firm represents individuals, businesses, municipalities, trustees and receivers in disputes of all kinds against insurance carriers, including: property damage, life insurance, errors and omissions, directors and officers, and defense and indemnification coverage, with a proven success record following numerous jury trials.
• Criminal Defense: Led by a team of former prosecutors, the practice group handles a wide array of criminal cases, from routine matters like DUI and drug possession to complex, high-stakes federal charges, including wire fraud, healthcare fraud, money laundering, sexual battery, robbery, and homicide.
• Counsel to Counsel: The firm actively serves as experienced co-counsel for other attorneys, offering support on all trial phases, including Motions in Limine, Jury Selection, and Closing Arguments, across various civil and criminal matters.

Distinguishing Factors & Expertise

• Trial Expertise: The firm's most significant differentiator is its robust trial record, having successfully managed more than 100 jury trials to verdict across diverse litigation fields, including commercial litigation, civil fraud, will, trust, guardianship, first-party insurance, medical malpractice, legal malpractice, and personal injury.
• Founding Principles: The commitment to Trust, Professionalism, Integrity, Empathy, and Humility guides the firm's approach, ensuring clients receive dedicated support while focusing on their recovery and legal goals.
• Recognition: The firm has achieved significant results, including being recognized for a top 20 jury verdict for premises liability and a top 40 Florida verdict in 2017. The firm is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Client Profile

Hevia Hechtman Baldwin primarily represents:

• Individuals who have sustained catastrophic injuries or are seeking justice in wrongful death matters.
• Families navigating complex will, trust, and guardianship disputes.
• Businesses requiring effective resolution of commercial disputes and contract claims.
• Attorneys seeking experienced co-counsel for complex trial work.