Stacey L. Hudon is a Partner at Felix & Baseman, LLC. Stacey heads the firm’s family law litigation division. Stacey has been practicing law since 2010. Stacey is a strong proponent of the collaborative divorce process, but she prides herself in effectively advocating for her clients whether through settlement negotiations or in the courtroom. Stacey believes it is critical that her clients understand their rights, the legal process and the law, and she works closely with her clients to ensure that they feel as comfortable as possible throughout the entire litigation process.
Prior to starting with Felix & Baseman, Stacey was a Senior Litigation Attorney at Cordell Law, L.L.P., an associate attorney at Joryn Jenkins, P.A., and an Assistant Attorney General in the Children’s Legal Services Division of the Office of the Attorney General where she represented the State of Florida in dependency matters. Stacey also has previous litigation experience in landlord-tenant and foreclosure matters.
Stacey is a member of the Florida Bar, the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the Family Law Section of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, the Stann Givens Family Law Inn of Tampa, the Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers and the Florida Association for Women Lawyers. She serves on the Executive Council of the Family Law Section of the Hillsborough County Bar Association.
Stacey is also a member of several collaborative organizations, including, the Collaborative Law Section of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, Next Generation Divorce, the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals (FACP), and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP). Stacey is currently co-chair of Next Generation Divorce. In 2022, Stacey was honored to receive the “Member of the Year” award from Next Generation Divorce.
Stacey has authored articles in the areas of collaborative divorce and family law matters.
Stacey earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology from the University of Florida in 2007 and her Juris Doctorate Degree from Stetson University College of Law in 2010.
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Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I interviewed several lawyers and was very selective in what I was looking. My reasoning was that my 2 sons and my future would be in their hands. I wanted #1 someone I could trust that worked with honesty and integrity, #2 someone who was kind and caring but tough, and #3 someone who set proper expe...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I am right now writing this review basis our consultation, my case is not finished yet..I retained her for my very contested divorce case with minor children and assets.. Though my case was made messy because of my prior attorneys, Stacey could easily find a way out on how to proceed and get things ...
Posted by Sarah Kelsey McDugal | September 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Stacey Hudon worked with Joryn Jenkins' collaborative legal team at Open Palm Law and handled my divorce with excellence, speed, and compassion. My situation was more complicated than average, and Open Palm focused on maintaining dignity without sacrificing the primary goals of each party. I highly r...
"I have known Stacey since law school, we had several classes together. She was a hard worker, took our group assignments seriously, and was someone I could trust and always count on. We remained friends after law school and eventually both practiced in the area of family law. I know Stacey to be a kind, trustworthy, dedicated and hard working lawyer. She cares about her clients, and she has immersed herself in the collaborative process providing a less stressful divorce option. She has plenty of courtroom experience, an excellent demeanor, strong work ethic, and caring personality. I can highly recommend her."
"Stacey is a strong advocate for her clients, bringing a delicate balance of compassion and tenacity to the table. I have worked with her on many cases over the years and and have witnessed her expertise in all facets of the divorce process. She is an excellent attorney and those with family law needs would be well-served to connect with Stacy."
"Stacey is a super-sharp lawyer. I have litigated several cases against her. She never takes an unreasonable stance, but she always advocates fiercely for her clients. If you need a family law attorney, Stacey will take good care of you!"
"Ms. Hudon can be best described as competent, calm and confident. We had a case together and I found that she was professional and prepared to address the contested issues with case law. I endorse Ms. Hudon."
"I have served as the mediator in many of Ms. Hudon's family law matters. Ms. Hudon is always prepared, attentive, and exhibits the utmost professionalism in the process. Ms. Hudon has the unique ability to zealously advocate for her clients, while working towards solutioning her cases in mediation. She knows the law and ensures her clients are educated about the wide range of potential judicial outcomes so that her clients can make informed decisions. I highly endorse this lawyer!"
"Stacey has had several matters where I was chosen to act as the mediator. She is passionate and extremely competent in the area of family law. Stacey is also professional and understands how difficult family law matters can be with heightened emotions. She also has a settlement mindset for her clients in hopes they will avoid lengthy litigation. I absolutely endorse this lawyer."
"Stacey is a caring and compassionate attorney, unusual qualities to find in a lawyer. She knows her stuff, but is willing to admit when she doesn't know and will volunteer to research something to find out the answer. I hired her and that was a great decision; she was wonderful to work with."
"Stacey is brilliant, compassionate and dedicated to her clients and to the practice of law. I have known her for over 10 years and am continually impressed with her strong work ethic. I am proud to endorse this attorney."
"I have known Stacey for over 10 years. She is a wonderful individual with a heart of gold. She is very knowledgeable in family law and cares immensely about her clients. I fully endorse Ms. Hudon."
"I have known Ms. Hudon for more than a decade and have seen her work ethic first hand. She has a passion for her work and is very driven. It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend and endorse Ms. Hudon."
"I have known Ms. Hudon since 2007 and I am personally familiar with her knowledge and work ethic. She truly cares about her clients and I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."
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2022
Member of the Year, Next Generation Divorce
2020
Top Regional Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2018
Top Regional Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2017
Pro Bono Award, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee
2016
Pro Bono Award, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee
2010
William F. Blews Pro Bono Award, Stetson University College of Law
2010
Leadership Certificate, Stetson University College of Law
2006
Dean's List, University of Florida
2005
Outstanding Leadership Award, University of Florida’s Pre-Legal Honor Society
2004
Dean’s List, University of Florida
2003
Dean’s List, University of Florida
2024 - Present
Family Law Attorney/Partner, Felix & Baseman, LLC
2022 - 2024
Senior Attorney, Felix, Felix & Baseman, LLC
2017 - 2021
Senior Litigation Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2015 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Joryn Jenkins, P.A.
2015 - 2015
Of Counsel, The Haba Law Firm, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of Daniel C. Consuegra, P.L.
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, George E. Edgecomb Courthouse – General Magistrate Cadigan
2010 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Howard H. Ellzey, P.L.
2009 - 2009
Staff Attorney Intern, George E. Edgecomb Courthouse – Judge Catlin
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Howard H. Ellzey, P.L.
2008 - 2008
Receptionist, Metzger Law Group, P.A.
2023 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationExecutive Council
2022 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersAttorney Member
2022 - Present
Hillsborough Association for Women LawyersAttorney Member
2019 - Present
Next Generation DivorceCo-Chair
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Marital and Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2016 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Marital and Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2016 - Present
Stann Givens Family Law American Inn of Court of TampaAttorney Member
2016 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Collaborative Law SectionAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Florida Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsAttorney Member
2015 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Next Generation DivorceAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Florida BarAttorney Member
2022 - 2023
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Collaborative Law SectionCollaborative Law Section Co-Chair
2017 - 2018
Next Generation DivorceSecretary
2012 - 2017
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney Member
2016
Family Law Mediation Training Certificate
2015
2-day Introductory Training Course, St. Petersburg, Florida
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BA
2023
2022
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