Stephan Lopez
About Stephan
Biography
Stephan Lopez is a Cuban born immigrant who came to this country at the age of seven years old and was raised in Miami, Florida. Stephan’s parents immigrated to the United States to give him a better life and he has made the most of that opportunity. Stephan’s parents were teachers in Cuba and have been hardworking members of the South Florida community since their arrival to this country. Stephan credits his parents for his family values and work ethic as he engages in the practice of law with true fidelity of purpose and clarity of justice.
Stephan is also a former police detective and former patrol officer; he has investigated many criminal cases including homicides, robberies and sexual batteries. Stephan brings over 12 years of experience within the law enforcement field which included his serving as a member of his department’s ERT (Emergency Response Team) that was deployed to the Katrina catastrophe in 2005.
Stephan is a former prosecutor for Miami-Dade County, the largest prosecutor’s office in the State of Florida and the 4th largest in the nation. He has worked many cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies and career criminal cases as a prosecutor. Stephan also serves as a Special Assistant Public Defender, handling a variety of serious juvenile and adult cases, including career criminal and murder cases in both Miami Dade and Broward Counties. Bringing that expertise to private practice, Stephan offers defense representation in a variety of criminal cases including: white collar defense, organized fraud, mortgage fraud, drug trafficking, drug sale, drug possession, robbery, burglary, aggravated battery, resisting with violence, battery on a law enforcement officer, fleeing and eluding, and other serious felonies and misdemeanors including DUI, assault & battery and resisting an officer without violence.
Education:
Florida A&M University, College of Law, J.D., 2009 Florida International University, M.S., 2003
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Court Admissions:
State Courts: Florida
Federal Courts: U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Stephan Lopez
4000, Suite 555-S, Hollywood, FL, 33021
Stephan Lopez Law Firm LLC
14100 Palmetto Frontage Road, Suite 390, Miami Lakes, FL, 33016
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Stephan Lopez's Reviews
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8 Client Reviews
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Posted by dezziree | August 01, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Have the right lawyer on your side
He is an “excellent” lawyer very knowledgeable and professional. He will works your case diligently he will give you consul at the end on what would be best in your case settled or go to court. Fight for your rights with Atorney Stephen López
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
Mr. Lopez represented me twice over the years. He looked out after my rights. Hes an amazing Lawyer.
Posted by JL Blanco | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The Best Hands Down
Mr. Lopez is the best attorney hands down if you need legal counsel hire Mr. Lopez he listens and cares about his clients. I'm so happy to have him as my attorney I can sleep at night.
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Lopez, I would say is clever in the statics he uses. Very passionate about his clients. The only small concern is that he's a little hard to get in contact with at times but overall I would recommend to anyone that wants to win their case.
Posted by Jodi Goldenberg | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business
Amazing
Stephan Lopez single-handedly defended me against a very big and very powerful adversary in a complex business litigation case for more than two and a half years. I cannot think of enough complimentary things to say about him, both as an attorney and a person. Not only is he incredibly smart, but h...
Stephan Lopez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a great trial lawyer who knows his way around a courtroom."
"Attorney Stephan Lopez was opposing counsel on a complex business litigation matter and I was very impressed with his knowledge, advocacy skills for his clients, and his professionalism. I highly recommend his services."
"I have tried six criminal jury trials with Mr. Lopez, and he is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I'm happy to work with him whenever possible."
Litigation lawyer
Car accident lawyer
Experience
Honors
2006
Unit Citation, Seminole Police Department
2005
Commendation, Us Department of the Interior
2005
Commendation, Seminole Police Department
2004
Commendation, Seminole Police Department
2004
Commendation, Seminole Police Department
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Stephan Lopez Law Firm LLC
2012 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Reyes Law Group, P.A.
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Law Office of Stephan Lopez, PLLC
2009 - 2011
Prosecutor, Miami Dade State Attorney's Office
2008 - 2008
Certified Legal Intern, Volusia County State Attorney's Office
2007 - 2007
Intern, Kings Country (Brooklyn) District Attorney
Associations
2012 - Present
Federal Trial Bar for the Southern District of Florida
2010 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationMember
Education
2009
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2003
Masters
Languages
Spanish
English