Stephen Fulton Shaw

Stephen Fulton Shaw

also known as Steve Shaw

4.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 28 years

Real estate Lawyer at Ocala, FL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Estate Planning, Personal Injury

101 NE 1st Avenue, Ocala, FL

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 50%

Closings, Development, Conservation Easements, and Litigation.

50%
Estate Planning 35%

Trusts, Estates, Wills, Power of Attorney, Medicaid Planning, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Accidents, Injury and Wrongful Death of the Elderly. Financial Abuse of the Elderly, Special Needs Trusts. Probate.

28 years

35%
Personal Injury 15%

Serious Injury from Car Collisions, Motorcycles, Explosions, Work Injuries, Electric, Falls, and Slips.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 10 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour

Contingency

15%-50%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 18 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

North Florida Lawyers, PLLC

101 NE 1st Avenue, Ocala, FL, 34470

Shaw Law LLC

27 S. Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC, 29690

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Stephen Fulton Shaw's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2009 | Probate

Do Not Use this Law Firm

At first I was very hopeful using Mr. Shaw's services. I have been in Probate for my father. His death was 2 years ago. This was the first time I have ever been thru this and its overwheming. I dont hold the attorney accountable for the lenghty process, what I do hold them accountable for is their la...ck of concern. I have tried for 3 months to get ahold of the lawyer to no avail. I called and left messages, emails and such. I live out of town and and would like to be informed. I call from my home # they dont answer. So I recently started Calling from my home and I get the answering machine then call right back using other peoples phone and they answer HMMMM, is that a sign?? I had to pay all the $ upfront, and their lack of responsiveness is something no one should have to go thru.

Stephen Shaw

Replied last July 28, 2012

The Shaw Law Firm has no recollection of this client or the complaints raised. We strive to ensure that every client receives prompt communication, superior service, and the best results legally possible. If this client somehow feels that he/she did not receive our best, we extend a sincere apology.

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Stephen Fulton Shaw's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Cossey

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dr. Shaw has a sharp intellect and is able to take into consideration multiple areas of law when managing matters for his Clients."

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Joseph Lyles

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer because he is honest, trustworthy, intelligent, diligent, efficient, friendly, and responsible. He can help you with trusts, probate issues, estate planning, elder law issues, and related legal problems."

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James Kelley

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an experienced lawyer. He is thorough in his analysis of the issues and is genuinely concerned about each client and about each client's case. He is knowledgeable about the rules of court and keeps current on applicable case law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Whitehead

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Stephen on past cases and I have referred clients to him for Estate Planning. I believe he does an outstanding job and genuinely cares about his clients. I endorse this attorney."

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Joseph Lyles

Personal injury lawyer

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James Kelley

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

1996

Book Award in Legal History, Computer Assisted Legal Research Institute

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Stephen Fulton Shaw

1995 - 1996

Law Clerk, Coffey Kahlishman & Tillman

1992 - 1994

Real Estate Appraiser, Bell Griffith Appraisal MAI

1990 - 1991

Projects Director, US House of Representatives Hon. Cliff Stearns

Associations

2012 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2011 - Present

Travelers Rest Lions Club

2nd Vice President

2011 - Present

Travelers Rest Area Business Association

Member

2011 - Present

South Carolina Bar Probate Section

Member

2007 - Present

South Carolina Bar Natural Resources Section

Member

2007 - Present

United States District Court for the District of South Carolina

Admitted to Practice

2006 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

2005 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida

Admitted to Practice

2004 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

2004 - Present

United States Court of Federal Claims

Admitted to Practice

2004 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Florida

Admitted to Practice

2003 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida

Admitted to Practice

1999 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Admitted to Practice

1997 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2009 - 2010

Rotary International

Member

2008 - 2008

South Carolina Bar Insurance Section

Member

2002 - 2002

Florida Bar Real Property & Probate Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Beneficairy v. Accidential Death Policy Carrier

Settlement for Client

Auto Collision Victim v. Driver

Settlement for Client

United States v. Defendant

Plea Agreement

Shooter v. Victim

Client Chose to Discontinue Claim

Landowner v. Central Florida City

Settlement for Client

Doe v. Doe County, Florida

Settlement for Client

Plaintiff v. Central Florida City

Settlement for Client

Plaintiff v Major Florida Theme Park

Settlement for Client

Plaintiff v. Nationwide Private Prison Company

Jury verdict for Plaintiff

Widow v Nationwide Nursing Home Company

Settlement for Client

Female Claimant v. National Retail Chain

Settlement for Client

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Education

2006

University of Florida

PhD - Doctorate

1997

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Florida State University

MA - Masters

1989

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

4th Annual SC Gun Law Seminar Gun Trusts

2012

Legal Assistants Annual Meeting

Florida Gun Law

2011

2nd Annual SC Gun Law Seminar South Carolina Gun Law

2010

1st Annual SC Gun Law Seminar South Carolina Gun Law

Publications

2009

Gun law book South Carolina Gun Law

Languages

English

Activity

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