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Stephanie Bolton
also known as Stephanie Bolton, Stephanie Brewer Bolton
About Stephanie
Biography
I was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. After graduating cum laude from Bowling Green State University (Go Falcons!) I moved to the beautiful sunshine state and have never looked back! I attended Stetson University for law school where I graduated in the top 5% of my class, graded into the Honors Program, and was a member of law review. Since then I've practiced construction and insurance law in the Tampa Bay area.
I'm extremely involved in bar, construction, and community organizations (as you can see from my extensive list below). After almost 4 years with the largest construction firm in Tampa I decided to live my American Dream and open up my own law firm.
Outside of work, my husband Bill and I love to travel, try new restaurants, drink wine, and play with our adorable English Bulldog Bali (named after our favorite vacation destination).
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-400 per hour
Contingency
30%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Location
Bolton Law
P.O. Box 262521, Tampa, FL, 33685
Bolton Law
13031 W. Linebaugh Ave., Suite 102, Tampa, FL, 33626
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Stephanie Bolton's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2013
loser attorney
I hired Stephanie Bolton to take over a construction related lawsuit. She was "johnny on the spot" when it came to picking up the retainer check. After that she did not respond to phone calls or emails or sent me an email when i threatened to fire her, that she would call the next day. As usual sh...
Posted by Rick | October 7, 2011
Professional with a personal touch
Stephanie and her staff made a very stressful event in my life so much easier to get through. They were professional but also friendly and easy to talk to. Stephanie and her team were wonderful and I recommend them for all your legal needs.
Posted by Jenn | January 14, 2011
The Best I've worked with
Handles all my needs quickly and professionally.
Posted by Kim | September 30, 2010
Always willing to go above and beyond!
I've been working with Stephanie for the last 4 years and she is always willing to go above and beyond what's asked of her. She answers her cell phone at all hours of the day. Emails me articles related to my business. She does excellent legal work and cares for my business. In the 10 years I've...
Posted by anonymous | September 7, 2010
Unsatisfied. Really unsatisfied.
While Stephanie talks a good game, she systematically failed to deliver. Her understanding of some basic law seems to be fundamentally flawed, in particular basic contract law. I wish I had known about this before engaging with her. Further, she had a propensity to make excuses for lack of commu...
Stephanie Bolton
Replied last February 16, 2012This was a flat fee, one hour consultation. I then made several calls pro bono for the client. When it became clear the pro bono client was never going to be satisfied and had unrealistic expectations of recovery I severed the relationship and he was dissatisfied. I seek to exceed expectations for all my clients, whether paying or pro bono, and wish things would have ended differently.
Stephanie Bolton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
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"Ms. Bolton's expertise in the area of construction/ development is positively evidenced by her helpful and accurate answers to Avvo users. One can only deduce that based on her experience and education, she is an asset to the legal community."
"I endorse Ms. Bolton. As evidenced by the number of questions she has answered on Avvo, she has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through her many work experiences that she is a stellar attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Stephanie is as articulate as she is competent and dilligent. She has a solid foundation on which to build a practice: Law Review at a great law school. I would refer any client needing help in the area of construction law. Any person who elects to hire Stephanie makes a wise choice."
"Stephanie is a dedicated, intelligent attorney who goes above and beyond to assist her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. With dozens and dozens of to-the-point and accurate answers to questions on Avvo, and recommendations from attorneys who know her work, it is clear that attorney Bolton knows Construction and Development Law extremely well and cares about helping people understand their rights and responsibilities so they can make their best choices. If you have a legal problem in her area of law and her office is anywhere near you, I recommend her to you."
"Top-notch attorney."
Michael Faehner
Construction and development lawyer | Apr 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have known Stephanie from the beginning of her legal career. From the start, she exhibited all the characteristics of a superior lawyer - bright, hard working and dedicated to her clients. Since that time she has distinguished herself in the Tampa Bay legal community in the area of construction law. I strongly endorse her work."
"Stephanie knows her areas of practice and offers good advice on the Avvo website."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2014
updated on 07/28/2014This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2010
Region Three Rookie of the Year, National Association of Women in Construction
2009
National Association of Women in Construction- Tampa Chapter, Rookie of the Year
2006
Judge Thomas Pennick, Jr. Service to the Community Award, Barney Masterson Inns of Court
2006
Annual Outstanding Law Week Activity Award, American Bar Association
2001
Law Review, Stetson University College of Law
Work Experience
2006 - 2010
Construction Attorney, Carlton Fields
2005 - 2006
Construction and Insurance Coverage Attorney, Litchfield Cavo LLP
2004 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Zimmet, Unice, Salzman & Heyman
Associations
2010 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationSolo and Small Firm Section Co-Chair
2009 - Present
National Association of Women in Construction- Tampa ChapterVice President
2008 - Present
Florida State Bar Association, Voluntary Bar Liaison CommitteeMember
2008 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Governors 13th Circuit Representative
2007 - Present
The Junior League of TampaMember
2006 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Construction Law SectionMember and Membership Committee
Florida State Bar Association, Florida Affiliate Outreach
Representative
2008 - 2009
National Association of Women in Construction- Tampa ChapterSecretary
2007 - 2008
Clearwater Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Directors
2007 - 2010
Clearwater Bar AssociationLaw Week Chair
2006 - 2010
Clearwater Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2006 - 2007
Clearwater Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident
2005 - 2006
Clearwater Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident-Elect
2004 - 2005
Clearwater Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Directors
1996 - 2000
Kappa Kappa GammaPresident
Education
2003
Stetson University College of Law Honors Program
JD - cum laude
2000
Bowling Green State University
BA - cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2009
ITT Tech Construction Management Class
Construction Law
2008
The Florida Bar Voluntary Bar Association Leadership Conference
Creating and Maintaining Successful Young Lawyer Divisions
2007
The Clearwater Bar Association Peoples Law School
Construction and Insurance
2005
St. Petersburg College Paralegal Training Program
Construction and Insurance
Publications
2012
The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division eNewsletter
AOC 2012: Making History in 2012
2009
National Association of Women in Construction
Global Construction
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Supplier put lien on my property,they sent letter of intent to wrong address, i didnot get it i 15 days, can lien be valid
11 Aug 2012
Q&A
Is it illegal to give someone diarrhea without their knowledge?
18 Jun 2012
Q&A
I refused to pay an unlicensed painter for his shoddy work. Can he file a lien against my property?
25 Apr 2012