Halley Michelle Stephens
About Halley
Biography
I have practiced in Leon County and throughout the Florida Panhandle for 20 years. I have extensive litigation and trial experience. My areas of practice are family and divorce law, construction law, medical malpractice and professional liability, personal injury and civil litigation. I am rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell which is the highest rating given to a lawyer.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
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Location
Stephens Law, LLC
2868 Remington Green Circle, Suite B, Tallahassee, FL, 32308
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Halley Michelle Stephens's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Kathy | January 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
I choose Ms. Stephens because she was a woman and I lived close to her office. I had never used the services of an attorney before and I felt very lucky to have chosen her to handle my divorce. She has all of the qualities hoped for at a difficult time in your life. She is professional, knowledgea...
Posted by Kathy | February 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
Ms. Stephens was referred to us by another lawyer to resolve issues with the seller of our new home. She consulted with as to what all of our options were and all costs were discussed up front. She kept us informed as to progress of negotiations. She was able to resolve the issue to our satisfaction ...
Posted by Hala | September 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Best Attorney in town
I have shopped for several attorneys, and I am glad that I made my best choice and hired Halley Stephens. She is very honest, knowledgable, kind, professional and respectful. She is very compassionate when it comes to representing her clients. Words are not enough to express my gratitude. She is an a...
Posted by Willis | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Best Attorney
I hired Mrs. Stephens to help with a very difficult situation in my life, and she went above and beyond. She is very upfront and honest regarding all matters. Moreover, she isn't after just your money. I explained my situation and finances and she was still able to help me. I would recommend anyone w...
Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great communicator
Halley was calm, cool, and able to present the case before the judge with true professionalism. While my husband and I were a bit nervous, Halley reassured us by remaining focused on our grandchild's safety to the judge.
Halley Michelle Stephens's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've know and worked with Halley for well over a decade. She has the rare ability to immediately identify the legal issues that matter in each case and she also knows how to create a litigation strategy that results in success for her client. She's a top tier advocate and I'd give her my highest recommendation."
"Halley has helped me in the past and her knowledge was invaluable. I know she understands the client and issues and will work hard for the best outcome but most importantly, she is going to be honest about your case."
"I have known Halley for many years, and I wholeheartedly endorse her. She is experienced, professional, knowledgeable, diligent, and honest. I would not hesitate to hire her to represent me or a member of my family."
"I've known and practiced with and against Ms. Stephens for a number of years. She is an outstanding lawyer and would highly recommend to anyone seeking legal advice or representation."
"I endorse this lawyer 100%. Attorney Stephens is an asset to the Avvo community and the Bar in general."
"I am honored to provide an endorsement for Halley Stephens. I have known Halley for over 15 years and believe her to be an exceptional attorney. She is intelligent, meticulous and genuinely cares about providing the best legal services possible to her clients. I would highly recommend Halley to anyone in need of prompt and professional legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Halley for many years and have always found her to be unfailingly professional, prepared, ethical and knowledgeable."
"Halley is a smart, hard working attorney with the highest ethical standards. She cares about her clients and will always do her best to represent them to the utmost and to resolve matters with competence and efficiency. I would trust Halley to represent me and know she would do the best job possible."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
Health care lawyer
Mediation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Stephens Law, LLC
2007 - 2016
Partner, Fuller, Mitchell, Hood & Stephens
2004 - 2007
Partner, Fuller Johnson & Farrell
2000 - 2004
Associate, McConnaughhay, Coonrod, Pope, Weaver & Stern, P.A.
1998 - 2000
Assistant Attorney General, Office Of Attorney General
Associations
2016 - Present
American Inns of CourtMaster Lawyer
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm SectionMember
2016 - Present
Tallahassee Chamber of CommerceMember
2015 - Present
Tallahassee Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Thunderdome TallahasseeClass 2 Member
2015 - Present
Maclay School Alumni Board of DirectorsMember
2013 - Present
Tallahassee Women Lawyers AssociationMentor, Meetings Coordinator
1998 - Present
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissal
Defense verdict
Dismissal
Dismissal
Dismissal
Defense verdict
Defense verdict
Education
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Civilty & Ethics: How to Clean Up the Legal Profession
2014
HIPAA compliance for medical professionals
Publications
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Divorce Appeal Decision, How do I start, I had no lawyer for divorce, Florida Judge didn't even give me a chance, to talk..?? ?
26 Jan 2018
Can DCF take children from a parent with hardly any criminal back ground and given them to a parent who is on probation?
01 Aug 2017
Every lawyer I consult says it's almost impossible for a judge to approve a move from Fl to Wi ? Is that true !
14 Jul 2017