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5.0 /5.0
67 Client Reviews
$ 275-275 per hour
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Stephanie Nicole Greaves
also known as Attorney at Stephanie N. Greaves, P.A.
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About Stephanie
Biography
Stephanie N. Greaves was born in Santa Maria, California and grew up in an Air Force family. Growing up in a military family provided Stephanie with the realistic knowledge of what military families face every day, and further gave Stephanie the insight needed to handle military divorces and other military family law issues.
Stephanie attended Florida State Univeristy earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English, and a Minor in Spanish. Stephanie graduated from Florida State Univeristy in 2011 with Magna Cum Laude honors.
Stephanie attended Florida State University College of Law, receiving a full academic scholarship due to her academics and high credentials. During law school, Stephanie focused her studies on the areas of family law and juvenile law, working and interning with private law firms in the local area. Stephanie became a Florida Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern where she handled numerous family law cases at the college's Public Interest Law Center, and also served as a Certified Legal Intern within the juvenile division at the State Attorney's Office, Second Judicial Circuit. During law school, Stephanie worked with the Tallahassee Bar Association Legal Aid Foundation, where she became the Director of the Family Law Pro Se Program. During law school, Stephanie interned with an Okaloosa County, Florida, Circuit Judge, and other local family law firms in Okaloosa County, Florida, further expanding and enhancing Stephanie's knowledge and experience with family law and dependency cases. In 2014, Stephanie was awarded with a Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award from the Florida State University College of Law, wherein Stephanie was recognized for her strong commitment to providing pro bono services to those unable to afford legal services.
From 2014-2019, Stephanie worked as an Associate Attorney for a Board Certified Marital and Family Law Attorney in Okaloosa County, Florida. Stephanie practiced exclusively in the area of Family Law, where she zealously advocated for and protected the rights of her clients and their families.
In 2016 and in 2017, Stephanie received an award for the 10 Best Attorneys in the State of Florida from the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys for providing exceptional and outstanding client service. In 2018, Stephanie received an award as a 2018 Rising Star in the area of Family Law from the American Institute of Legal Advocates. Stephanie has been rated by her fellow peers and was distinguished with High Ethical Standing by Martindale-Hubbell.
In 2019, after being an Associate Attorney with a Board Certified Marital and Family Law Attorney, Stephanie Greaves opened her practice, Stephanie N. Greaves, P.A. and commenced practice as a solo practitioner in the exclusive area of Marital and Family Law. Stephanie offers discounted consultation and retainer rates for active duty and retired military and their dependents, and to first responders. Stephanie is a focused, determined and ethical attorney whose top priority is to get the relief her clients are seeking! Call her today!!
Efficient, Effective, Honest Family Attorney Advocating for and Protecting Your Rights. Call today!
Effective Representation for all Issues in Uncontested, Contested, and Military Divorces. Call Today
Effective Representation for all Domestic Violence issues during your Hardest Times. Call Today!
A Zealous Advocate handling divorce, child custody, stepparent adoption, modifications & more!
Zealously Fighting for the best interests of your child and their family!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
30%
Divorce and Separation
30%
Family
30%
Appeals
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
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Awards
2025 2022 2021
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 11 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Stephanie N. Greaves, P.A.
1 11th Avenue, Unit E-1, Shalimar, FL, 32579
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Posted by Kurtis | October 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent lawyer with deep military knowledge
Stephanie and her team were phenomenal during my divorce. They are always compassionate and understanding that this is a difficult life-event for their clients. They are also incredibly knowledgeable…especially in the unique aspects of military divorce and child custody. Stephanie is a straight-sho...
Posted by Renée Morton | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Step-parent adoption
Mrs. Greaves ,handled our step- parent adoption, today. I cannot say enough great things about her! Today was such an important day for us and she guided our family through the entire process. She is extremely passionate and professional. She listens to every concern you may have and if you have ...
Stephanie Greaves
Replied last June 27, 2019Renee, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me such a positive review. I am so pleased to hear that you were satisfied with the services you received from my firm on your Step-Parent Adoption matter! It was a pleasure and true honor for me to handle your case, and I am so excited that I was part of this amazing part of your life and your child's life. Congratulations again on such a wonderful moment and I wish you the best for you and for your family. Should you ever need me, my door is always open to you and to your family :)
Posted by Heather | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A+++ Family Lawyer
She got custody of my husband's daughters for us. Other lawyers told us it would be impossible. She made it happen. Not only did she get us custody, but I am no longer their stepmother, she got my adoption of our girls processed. What we thought was impossible has become a reality! We thank her so mu...
Stephanie Greaves
Replied last March 13, 2019Heather, I greatly appreciate you taking the time to leave me such a positive review on my Avvo profile! I am ecstatic to hear that you are pleased with the services you received from you, and that I was able to make an "impossibility" a reality for you and your family. I wish you the best of luck and I hope your family enjoys many years of happiness. Thank you again for entrusting me with your marital and family law matter!
Posted by Barbie | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer
Stephanie will not let you down. She is professional, sympathetic, patient with her clients yet firm when needed, organized, and very prepared. What a great personality to work with and be represented by. Stephanie was extremely thorough with my case and seeing her action was amazing. Great, honest, ...
Stephanie Greaves
Replied last March 13, 2019Barbie, Thank you for such an amazing and positive review! I am very pleased to hear that you are satisfied with the services you received from me. Your comments regarding my organization skills, trial readiness, and ethics are so sincere and I appreciate hearing them from my clients. Ethics and providing exceptional services for my clients and their family is my top priority. I appreciate you entrusting me with your marital and family law matter. Best of luck to you!
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Outstanding attorney
Extremely knowledgeable and well respected counselor in the Family Law community. Worked exceptionally well with teachers, therapist, child care providers and other key witnesses to present a rock solid case for majority custody of my children. She is aggressive but also has restraint to ensure the...
Stephanie Greaves
Replied last February 01, 2019Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive and detailed review regarding my services! Children are certainly the focus and of utmost importance in the family law cases I handle, so I fight for what is in the best interest of the child over everything else. I am so happy to hear that you were happy with the results of your case and you were pleased with my services. The firm's doors are always open to you and your family should you need me.
Stephanie Nicole Greaves's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Greaves is a strong advocate for her clients. She is a highly skilled attorney in family law matters. I had one case against her and she fought hard for her client. I do not hesitate to refer family law matters to her firm."
"Stephanie is an extremely talented and hardworking family law attorney. I have worked against her in family law matters, as well as handled joint matters with her firm. Stephanie is always professional and all of her clients are clearly her priority. She and her staff are compassionate, caring, and very experienced. I would recommend Ms. Greaves and her firm for your family law needs."
"Stephanie is without question one of the best family law attorneys around. I have had the pleasure of working with her as co-counsel and have also worked against her as opposing counsel. She is always professional and well prepared. I would highly recommend to anyone needing help with a family law matter."
"I endorse Stephanie. She was a pleasure to work with and was a true professional."
"Stephanie is an aggressive attorney who fights for her clients in and out of the courtroom. I recommend Stephanie for any family law matter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Greaves is a strong advocate for her clients yet is a joy to deal with as opposing counsel."
"I endorse this attorney. Ms. Greaves is a dedicated professional who possesses the knowledge and drive to effectively represent her client's interests. Further, her positive demeanor and effective communication skills make working with Ms. Greaves an absolute pleasure. It is with great confidence that I recommend Ms. Greaves to represent your legal interests."
"Stephanie Greaves is an outstanding attorney who works zealously for her clients. She is always professional towards fellow attorneys. She is very knowledgeable in her area of law, and is always prepared."
"I met Stephanie when I became the supervising attorney for Legal Aid's Pro Se Family Program in Tallahassee. I have never been more impressed with a young lawyer--Stephanie cares about the clients and works hard for them. She knows the law, doesn't procrastinate, and gets great results. You will not be disappointed if you hire her. I highly, highly recommend her."
"I supervised Stephanie while she was a certified legal intern at the State Attorney's Office. She was always prepared and conducted herself well in court. I was thoroughly impressed with her skills as an intern, and am confident in her legal skills now that she is an attorney. She knows how to litigate and she does it extremely well!"
"Stephanie and I were Certified Legal Interns together at the State Attorney's Office. She always came to court prepared with both the legal knowledge and professionalism that were needed of her. I endorse this lawyer without question."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stephanie and I were classmates at the Public Interest Law Center at FSU College of Law. Since the time I met her, she has demonstrated a great passion and immense knowledge in the field of family law. She is a terrific advocate for her clients!"
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Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
2018 Top 100 Trial Lawyers Family Law, Association of American Trial Lawyers
2018
Rising Star 2018, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award, The Florida State University College of Law
2011
Ladd Scholarship (Merit Based), Florida State University College of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney at Law, Stephanie N. Greaves, P.A.
2014 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Law Office of Tonya C. Petermann, P.A.
2014 - 2014
Law Clerk, Law Office of Tonya C. Petermann, P.A.
2014 - 2014
Certified Legal Intern, Office Of The State Attorney, 2nd Judicial Circuit
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Law Office of Marilyn K. Morris
2013 - 2014
Certified Legal Intern, Florida State University Public Interest Law Center Family Law Clinic
2013 - 2013
Judicial Intern for The Honorable Judge Mary K. Polson, Okaloosa County Courthouse Annex Extension
2012 - 2014
Family Law Pro Se Program Director, Tallahassee Bar Legal Aid Foundation
Associations
2014 - Present
Okaloosa-Walton Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
Education
2014
The Florida State University College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2011
Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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