Background Information
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Location
Orlando , Clermont , Kissimmee , Leesburg , Melbourne , Ocala , Orange City , St. Cloud , The Villages , Titusville , Daytona Beach
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Email
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University
Brevard Community College, Cocoa (A.A., Political Science, 2002)
University of Central Florida (B.A., summa cum laude, Legal Studies, 2002)
Law School
Florida A&M College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 2006)
Admitted
Florida Bar, 2006
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida – Orlando, 2008
Florida State Courts
Social Security Administration, 2006
Veterans Administration Certification, 2014
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Associations / Memberships
NOSSCR- National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
Brevard Bar Foundation
Brevard Bar Association
Board member and Chairwoman for the 1st district – Brevard County Board of Adjustment
Honors / Appointments:
Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Service Award 2017 for the 18th Judicial Circuit
Brevard County Legal Aid Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year 2017
Brevard County Legal Aid Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award 2010, 2014, 2015
Community Service Award in Recognition of the Space Coast Community Law School 2011
Florida Association for Women Lawyers Leader in Law Award recipient
Volunteer at Brevard County Legal Aid holding monthly Social Security Advice Clinics
Additional Language(s)
German
Biography
Brigitta “Britta” Hawkins is a Social Security Disability and workers’ compensation attorney at Bogin, Munns & Munns. She represents clients throughout Central Florida and North Central Florida. Her service areas include Orlando, Clermont, Kissimmee, Leesburg, Melbourne, Ocala, Orange City, St. Cloud, The Villages, Titusville, and Daytona Beach. Her practice focuses on Social Security Disability benefits, SSDI, SSI, and Florida workers’ compensation claims.
Britta takes a compassionate and client-centered approach to her work. She guides clients through difficult situations with clarity and determination. In particular, she represents clients in workplace injury cases, denied disability claims, appeals, and hearings. She also handles related administrative proceedings. Throughout the process, she helps clients navigate the system and pursue the benefits they need.
Before joining Bogin, Munns & Munns, Britta built and led a disability-focused law practice in Titusville. During that time, she handled Social Security Disability and workers’ compensation cases. She also worked on workplace injury, veterans’ disability, and other injury-related matters. In addition, she served as an Assistant Public Defender. That role helped her develop strong litigation and courtroom skills.
Originally from Austria, Britta brings a personal story shaped by resilience and perseverance. She learned English as a second language and built her career while raising her son. Through hard work, she put herself through school and became an attorney. As a result, she brings empathy and determination to every client she represents.
Outside the office, Britta enjoys an active lifestyle. She spends time caring for her animals, including horses, donkeys, dogs, and a mule. In addition, she enjoys horseback riding, animal care, and target shooting.