Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018 
Brandon D. Bellew is a partner at Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns LLP in Clearwater, Florida. His practice focuses on Litigation – Trusts and Estates, including trust, estate, and guardianship litigation. Brandon represents individuals, families, fiduciaries, and beneficiaries throughout Florida in contested trust, probate, and guardianship matters, including disputes involving incapacity, fiduciary duties, inheritance rights, and estate administration.
Throughout his career, Brandon has handled a wide range of complex trust and estate litigation matters at both the trial and appellate levels. He regularly assists clients with disputes involving wills, trusts, guardianships, powers of attorney, and estate administration. Known for his practical and thoughtful approach, Brandon works closely with clients to evaluate legal options and pursue resolutions that align with their goals while remaining mindful of the financial and personal impact litigation can have on families.
Brandon has received recognition for his work in trusts and estates litigation, including selection to The Best Lawyers in America for Litigation – Trusts and Estates and recognition by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Estate and Trust Litigation. He was also named Best Lawyers® Litigation – Trusts and Estates “Lawyer of the Year” in Clearwater.
Because many trust, estate, and guardianship disputes involve sensitive family issues following the death or incapacity of a loved one, Brandon approaches each matter with professionalism, preparation, and attention to his clients’ individual circumstances. While prepared to advocate for clients in court when necessary, he also values negotiation and alternative dispute resolution when those avenues may provide an efficient and effective path forward.
