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About Stephanie
Biography
I am a native Floridian and 3rd generation attorney with over 20 years of legal experience as a legal assistant and an attorney. I focus my practice in the areas of estate planning, probate, guardianship and elder law.
I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies. While attending the University of Central Florida, I was an active member of Alpha Xi Delta, a woman’s fraternity. I was also a member of Phi Alpha Delta, a law fraternity, and was the Treasurer and a founding member of the UCF Trial Team.
I earned my Juris Doctor and an Estates and Trusts Practices Certificate from the University of Florida, Levin College of Law. While attending the University of Florida, Levin College of Law, I served as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Research & Writing, as well as, for Appellate Advocacy. I was a member of the Estates, Trusts and Elder Law Society and served as Vice President and President of the organization. I was also the Senior Student Assistant for the Center for Estate and Elder Law Planning. During my final year of law school I had the honor of working as a Judicial Intern for the Honorable Lawrence R. Kirkwood in the Probate Division of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court in Orlando, Florida.
I was recently selected and awarded a certificate by the American Society of Legal Advocates (ALSA) as a Top 40 Trusts & Estates Lawyer Under 40 in the State of Florida for the Year 2016.
The ALSA is an invitation-only, nationwide organization of elite lawyers in practice today who combine stellar legal credentials with a proven commitment to community engagement and the highest professional standards. A team of lawyers spent six months researching tens of thousands of lawyers across the country and manually selecting less than 1.5% of all lawyers based on an array of criteria. ASLA’s Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 listings recognize exceptional legal talent and early promise among the next generation of great lawyers.
I have a Superb Rating (10.0 out of 10.0) with Avvo and have been a Top Contributor on Avvo for the past several years based upon the answers and advice that I have provided to questions asked on legal topics within my areas of practice.
Personalized, Quality Estate Planning & Probate Services With Compassion.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Elder Law
25%
Estate Planning
25%
Guardianship
25%
Probate
25%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2016 2015 2014
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
The Woods Law Firm, P.A.
(407) 487-1603
Fax
999 Douglas Avenue, Suite 3323, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32714
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Stephanie Sauer Woods's Reviews
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Posted by Josie | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely knowledgeable!
Extremely knowledgeable and supportive and explained everything very well. Made sure we thought about things that people don't usually think about when doing a trust - that helped allot. Very professional but yet made us feel "at home". We loved her!
Posted by Charles DiGerlando | December 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate Planning Law
Stephanie was extremely professional. She comes from a long line of lawyers, and really understands estate planning. Was able to lay out all of the options in lay terms, so that a decision could be made on the planning of my estate. I look forward to working with her more in the future.
Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate plan
Very thorough and helped me set up my will, advance directives and trust plans. She made me think of issues and contingencies that I hadn't thought about. Highly recommend
Posted by Keith | February 10, 2015
Intelligent, professional and well prepared
I had to deal with an guardianship accounting issue dating back to 2005. I visited multiple lawyers prior to meeting Ms. Woods and found that they really didn't seem to have a full grasp of what needed to be done to properly file the guardianship accounting paperwork. Within ten minutes of our ini...
Posted by Kris | July 2, 2013
Competent and nice
Stephanie helped us execute a trust in a situation where there was a great deal of bitterness in the family. With her knowledge of the law and her light, professional touch, we got through it without a single argument. We will always be grateful to her for her kind assistance during this very difficu...
Stephanie Sauer Woods's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I have known Stephanie Woods for 3 years. I have worked with her on a few cases during that time. She has a great understanding of the estate, guardianship, and probate areas of law. Stephanie always provides a great level of care and understanding to her clients."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Stephanie is outstanding in her practice area and is highly respected in the legal community. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
"Mrs. Woods is a distinguished attorney having handled many complex issues with humanity as well as an indepth knowledge of the law. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Woods and I practice in the same areas of law, so I have had an opportunity to review a great many of her responses to Avvo questions. Her answers always reflect a solid understanding of the law and she provides advice that is both practical and helpful. I am happy to endorse her and her services. James Frederick"
"As a fellow Estate Planning & Elder Law attorney, I know that Stephanie's work helps families deal with some of the most difficult challenges of their life. She brings dedication, maturity and professionalism to her practice and she is respected by peers and clients alike. She is a credit to the legal profession and I'm pleased to endorse her."
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"Stephanie's attention to detail, combined with her wonderful communication skills, make her a perfect fit for clients facing probate and estate planning related issues. Her ability to clearly and simply communicate what can often be complex concepts to clients make her an invaluable resource for clients. I highly recommend Stephanie's work."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 - Estates & Trusts, American Society of Legal Advocates
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Services, Orange County Legal Aid Society
2006
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Services, Orange County Legal Aid Society
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, The Woods Law Firm, P.A.
2004 - 2009
Attorney, Donahue & Associates, P.A.
2003 - 2003
Legal Intern, Ninth Judicial Circuit, Florida
Associations
2004 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Florida Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Estate, Guardianship and Trust CommitteeMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Elder Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Seminole County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Florida BarMember
2011 - 2011
Seminole County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2010 - 2010
Seminole County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2009 - 2009
Seminole County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2009 - 2010
Seminole County Young Lawyers DivisionTreasurer
2009 - 2010
Seminole County Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Directors
2008 - 2009
Seminole County Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Directors
2008 - 2008
Seminole County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2008 - 2009
Seminole County Young Lawyers DivisionTreasurer
2007 - 2008
Seminole County Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Directors
2007 - 2008
Seminole County Young Lawyers DivisionProgram Chair
2005 - 2006
Orange County Bar Association, Elder Law SectionChairperson
Education
2003
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Central Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Stephanie earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a will be contested if there are mistakes?
21 Jul 2021
Q&A
How do I get power of attorney for my brother?
20 Jul 2021
Q&A
Fl distribution of will w/o administration - small checks received after judge signed order but no letter of admin issued?
07 Apr 2021