As a fourth generation Floridian, Jacob was born and raised in Central Florida and continues to have strong ties to Central Florida and its family of Communities. In the course of his career, Jacob has tried over one-hundred thirty (130) jury trials, from beginning to end, earning a reputation as a successful and tireless advocate for his clients. Jacob also has extensive experience in political and government affairs, with this knowledge helping guide clients through the often cumbersome local, state, and federal regulations and governmental entities. Jacob’s clients have ranged from Fortune 50 Companies to high school students and everyone in between.
Jacob received the designation as a 2017 & 2020 “Florida Legal Elite Up and Comer" in the latest Florida Trend. Florida Legal Elite is a designation given to attorneys who meet the highest standard of excellence as determined by peer nominations and review by a blue-ribbon panel of lawyers and judges. This state-wide annual recognition is given to those, "Respected by their peers for excellence in law, these attorneys under 40 years old represent the future of the legal profession in Florida." Jacob’s has also been recognized a “Rising Star” By Super Lawyers for the past three years, 2015-2020. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This designation is only awarded to 2.5% of the over 100,000 lawyers in Florida.
In most situations, Jacob V. Stuart, P.A.’s advice is to avoid any media interaction. In some cases, however, the media can be used as a partner to garner support and allow the client’s message to be heard in the public arena. As result, Jacob Stuart, Jr. has been featured in the Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, CNN, ABC NEWS, New York Post, Chicago Tribune, TIME, Daily Mail, VICE, Buzzfeed, Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA TODAY, and the Orlando Sentinel.
Jacob is married to Katie Stuart, who is a trauma nurse at Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital in Orlando, Florida. Together they have three beautiful children, Emma, Savannah, and Jacob, III.
Practice areas
Have you or a loved one been charged with a crime? We understand the impact a criminal charge can have on a person's life, and we are dedicated to helping those, from beginning to end, when they need it most.
Languages spoken
Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2010 | 03/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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National Trial Attorneys | Top 40 Under 40 | 2016 |
National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | Top Ten Ranking in State of Florida (Under 40) | 2016 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Top Ten Ranking in State of Florida (Under 40) | National Association for Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Stuart, Mount, Bleakley, & Boylston, P.A. | 2013 - Present |
Chief Operating Officer | DAC BOND, LLC | 2012 - 2013 |
Assistant Public Defender | Ninth Judicial Circuit, Florida | 2010 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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University Club of Orlando | Board of Directors | 2015 - Present |
Victim Service Center of Central Florida | Secretary and Member of the Board of Directors | 2014 - Present |
Park Lake Highland Neighborhood Assocation | Vice President | 2014 - Present |
Central Florida Partnership | Young Professionals Advisory Council | 2013 - 2015 |
Orange County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - 2015 |
University Club of Orlando | President of the Young Executive Society | 2010 - 2011 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Florida Law Weekly | State of Florida v. E. Alli, 23 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 1056a | 2016 |
Leagle | Caldwell v. Nocco | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Stetson University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
Stetson University School of Busienss Adminstration | MBA-Masters in Business | N/A |
Emory University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Libertarian Party of Seminole County | Criminal Law in Central Florida | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Attempted Murder Trial in November, 2015 | The Jury found our client not guilty on all counts (including 4 attempted murder charges). |
State of Florida v. R.S.; 2012-MM-5273-AO | Dismissed on the Eve of Trial by the State Attorney’s Office |
State of Florida v. L.B..; 2014-MM-2869 | Defense’s Motion for Mistrial Granted |
State of Florida v. U.C.; 2013-CF-7371-AO | All Counts Dismissed During Jury Selection |
State of Florida v. K.C.; 2013-CF-10305-AO | Both Counts Dismissed the Day of Trial |
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John Sirounis, Criminal defense Attorney on May 10, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Stuart is a passionate and hardworking attorney who truly cares about the outcome of your case. He works quickly to ensure that all measures are taken in your case to get the best result possible. I highly recommend Mr. Stuart for all your criminal law needs.
Rahul Parikh, Criminal defense Attorney on May 24, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Jacob Stuart is a fantastic lawyer. When I was a prosecutor I personally saw him fight extraordinarily hard for multiple clients. He has been in the business for a long time and understands the system and the actors involved. I highly endorse him for any criminal law case.
John Sirounis, Criminal defense Attorney on May 10, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Stuart is a passionate and hardworking attorney who truly cares about the outcome of your case. He works quickly to ensure that all measures are taken in your case to get the best result possible. I highly recommend Mr. Stuart for all your criminal law needs.
Rahul Parikh, Criminal defense Attorney on May 24, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Jacob Stuart is a fantastic lawyer. When I was a prosecutor I personally saw him fight extraordinarily hard for multiple clients. He has been in the business for a long time and understands the system and the actors involved. I highly endorse him for any criminal law case.
Brian Tadros, Criminal defense Attorney on May 20, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Jacob for years and have referred clients to him. I have only ever received positive feedback. He is dedicated and cares about his clients. I highly recommend him to anyone needing his services.
Chad Frost, Unknown Attorney on Apr 17, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Passionate, skilled and friendly. Jacob is dedicated to his clients and it shows. I have had a number of cases with Jacob and he is a formidable advisory.
Robert Bell, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 14, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Mr. Stuart in criminal defense matters for my immigration clients. He is highly professional and a talented litigator. I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Byrd, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 23, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Jacob is a fantastic lawyer and has a great reputation in the legal community, he is a fine choice for criminal defense.
Jordan Ostroff, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 27, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stuart is devoted and passionate about each and every one of his clients. They are in great hands with him!
Benjamin Jones, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Stuart's has the business oriented vision to lead his firm to financial success. As such, his firm has the available resources to swiftly and successfully resolve any criminal defense matter that their clients face.
Kendell Ali, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Jacob is a force to be reckoned with. He is one of the brightest and most effective trial attorneys I know...he is extremely competent and quite persuasive to a jury. Jacob is a true champion of justice and is known for vigorously fighting for his clients rights. I completely endorse this attorney.
Gregory Garner, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have had the pleasure of knowing Jacob as a classmate and friend while in law school at Stetson Law and now as a colleague at Stuart, Mount & Boylston, P.A. Jacob is a brilliant attorney who goes above and beyond for each and everyone one of his clients. You could not be in better hands if your life and liberty are on the line - I highly endorse this attorney.
Charity Tonelli, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jake is an aggressive and fearless advocate. He has an exceptional knowledge of our justice system and has consistently beaten the odds for his clients. He is not only an attorney you want to hire - but a man you want to know. Jake is someone that I endorse and highly recommend.
Susan Budowski, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jake went above and beyond assisting a young man I was a Guardian ad litem for. He is an excellent, highly skilled attorney. Not to mention a caring and compassionate person. I would highly recommend him to anyone. If there were ever an issue with a friend or family member, he would be the first person to call.
William Wieland, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer and truly cares for his clients. I recommend Jacob!
Dean Bartzokis, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jacob is an excellent lawyer with exceptional trial skills who truly cares about his clients.
Christopher Kaigle, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I absolutely endorse Jacob! He is one of the most professional and aggressive attorneys in Central Florida. His commitment to his clients and the legal process is amazing and is only matched by his skills in trial. He fights hard for his clients and pursues justice to the end. I completely endorse him.
Heather Trick, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Having worked with Mr. Stuart for several years, there is no other attorney that can match his devotion to the law, the Constitution and justice for his clients. No matter the issue, Mr. Stuart stands passionately by his clients, and protects and fights for them with every ounce of his talent and resources.
Stephen Kelly, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Knape, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 5, 2014
Relationship: Friend
Jacob is a great advocate for his criminal defense clients and works hard to reach their goals. I endorse this attorney.
Shannon Schott, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jake is a fantastic person, an unyielding advocate, and my point person for Central Florida legal questions.
Jonathan Hackworth, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have the pleasure of knowing Jacob for over 7 years now. He is a passionate advocate for his clients and is well respected in the courthouse.
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