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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
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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 Derek | October 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommended
I would rank Stephanie 5+stars. Efficient, considerate, Compassionate, and Very knowledgeable. She handled the court proceedings extremely well. Everything you want in a highly contested case. Communication was very good, and her staff beyond helpful. Thankyou Stephanie, Sheena and Staci.
Posted by Haylee | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thank you Stephanie!
Stephanie is a smart, honest, amazing lawyer. She worked hard and took the time to understand all the details of my case. Her and her team always kept me updated and answered all my questions. I was so lucky to have found Stephanie and I will always be grateful for her hard work throughout my long, t...
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 Dioneshia | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Tonya Petermann and Associates
I love Stephanie. She is one of the most professional individuals I've ever worked with. She dedicated alot of time on my case and she kept me heavily involved; because of her hard work, I was able to get the ruling for my case that I was praying for. Stephaine is a FIRE CRACKER!!! I will continue to...
Stephanie Greaves
Replied last May 09, 2018Dioneshia. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such an awesome review. I am ecstatic to hear you got the relief and ruling you were praying for. Should you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at your convenience. The firm's doors will always be open to you and your family!
Posted by Brenda | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very professional
Ms. Petermann and Ms. Greaves, and Mrs. Frisby are some of the most professional women in the area, and have placed 100% of there time and knowledge into my case. Not only did they defend me while pregnant, they defended my beautiful daughter. They looked out for our best behalf and helped me accompl...
Stephanie Greaves
Replied last May 09, 2018Brenda. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review. Family is so important at the firm, and Ms. Petermann and I will do all that we legally can to ensure your family's rights and interests are protected. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at your convenience. The firm's doors will always be open to you and your family.
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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