Stephen Joseph Putnoki-Higgins

Stephen Joseph Putnoki-Higgins

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 15 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Tax ... +8 more

360 Central Ave., Ste 1450, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Stephen

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 9 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2016

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 12 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2013

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 15 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bailey & Glasser LLP

360 Central Ave., Ste 1450, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701

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Stephen Joseph Putnoki-Higgins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

5 star (27)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Roma | October 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

efficiency & a good listener!

It had been 25 years since I'd updated my will and 13 years since my trust, so this daunting task to me, Stephen made smooth, quick, & streamlined. Stephen's professional demeanor put me at ease to ask questions & provide the answers in laymen's terms. I truly appreciated that, especially being ...a single woman, to know my interests were being heard & noted. Thank you Stephen for listening & being efficient with our time.

Posted by John | February 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Most knowledgeable and thorough

Probably one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I have ever dealt with. Very thorough and efficient. Felt like all of our needs were met completely.

Posted by Scott | February 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trust

Excellent experience throughout the entire process in developing a family, Trust.

Posted by Kathy | October 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Planning

It is our pleasure to recommend Stephen for your Estate Planning Attorney. We were extremely impressed with his knowledge, his ability to answer our questions and recommend what would be best for us. Stephen gave us the highest level of client service and we appreciate everything he did to make t...he process easy and efficient as possible. Sincerely, Kathy & Mike

Posted by Laura | August 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Planning

We were putting off writing our wills for much too long. Stephen made our Estate Planning process flow effortlessly. He is extremely knowledgable, patient, a great listener, hard working, organized and professional. He answered all of our questions with ease. He has a wealth of information to of...fer.

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Stephen Joseph Putnoki-Higgins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Deem

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Stephen is a skilled and diligent lawyer. I would recommend him to any client for wills and estate work. Top notch."

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James Dougherty

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Stephen is a skilled attorney and valued counselor to all those who seek his advice. He blends practicality, creativity, and his deep care for his clients to produce top notch results."

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James Dougherty

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Rising Star - 2022, Florida Super Lawyers

Education

2011

New York University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws (Taxation)

2010

University of Connecticut, School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, with honors

2007

University of Connecticut School of Law

B.A. Political Science & History

Publications

2017

2014

Probate & Property Gift Planning With Formula Clauses: From Procter’s Progeny to Wandry World (Part 2)

2014

Probate & Property Gift Planning With Formula Clauses: From Procter’s Progeny to Wandry World (Part 1)

2013

Conn. Bar Assoc., Estates & Probate Newsletter Practical Gift Funding Issues When Planning with Hard-to-Value Assets

Languages

English

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