Steven James Wood

Wills and living wills Attorney at Stuart, FL

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Best Estate Planning Attorney on the Treasure Coast

I have known Steve Wood for more than 25 years. I have had multiple opportunities to review his work, and I have always found his work to be superb. Mr. Wood has prepared the estate plan for my wife and I, as well as numerous family members. I have recommended him dozens, if not hundreds of times over the last 25 plus years. When I was practicing law, Mr. Wood and I were partners in the same law firm. It was an honor to work with him, as he is one of the best communicators I have ever conversed with. His legal work is the very best in our community. Every person I referred to Steve Wood could not stop extolling his virtues and thanking me profusely for the referral.

Outstanding!

Over the last ten plus years, I've had the opportunity to work with Mr. Wood on a multitude of various estate related real estate transactions. His guidance and expertise proved to be invaluable to the successful culmination of every project. Steve's advice and wide scope of knowledge always assured the very best results for his clients. Having 30 plus years of real estate experience, I've rarely seen such consistent high performance; flawless. Simply put, Steve Wood is at the top of his game.

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I have been serving clients on the Treasure Coast for over 30 years. I focus my practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Charitable Planning, and Trust and Estate Administration. I strive to provide practical, cost-effective solutions to complex Trust and Estate matters.

Licensed for 34 years

State FL

Status Member in Good Standing

Acquired 1989

Updated 02/23/2023

State KS

Status Active

Acquired 1988

Updated 02/05/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Posted by NOEL | July 10, 2020

Best Estate Planning Attorney on the Treasure Coast

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Posted by Leon Abood | August 4, 2018

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Posted by Jan | June 22, 2017

Five stars for Attorney Steven Wood

I have known Mr. Wood for over twenty years. Three years ago i contacted Mr. Wood on a family matter he took the time to guid me to the proper authorities and answered many questions. My mother passed away in January of this year and Steve Wood was the first phone I placed. Again, he answered questions and explained each stepped we would need to take .I then hired Steve to handle all the Estate Planning for my mother's very complicated estate. He is having to deal with complex issues regarding two states and also the lack of original legal documents. It was very comforting for me to take a very difficult process and turn it over to a professional. I also would give high marks to his legal staff . I so appreciate the timely return of my phone calls and emails . Mr. Wood is very knowledgeable in all areas of Estate Planning .

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Posted by Barbara | June 21, 2017

Estate Planning

Steve has been an attorney of mine for many years, helping with all aspects of our estate planning details. When my husband passed away, he walked me through each and every step with such care and clarity. This made what could've been a very difficult process go very smoothly. No detail was missed. I highly recommend Steve Wood as your estate planning attorney.

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Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2017

Great Estate Planning Attorney

My husband and I got married in 2000. Two weeks later, we met with Mr. Wood to create our Estate Plans. He was professional, knowledgeable, and handled our questions with ease. I highly recommend Steven J. Wood for any and all Estate Planning matters.

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AVVO RATING 9.3 (Superb)

Work Experience

Shareholder
McCarthy, Summers, Wood, Norman, Melby & Schultz, P.A.
1996 - Present

Sharehiolder
Higgins, Rifkin, Wood & Norman, P.A.
1993 - 1996

Attorney
Kohl, Bobko
1989 - 1993

Education

University of Miami School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1989

Washburn University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987

Associations

American Bar Association
Member
2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member
1994 - Present

Florida Bar
Elder Law Section
1993 - Present

Florida Bar
Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
1989 - Present

Florida Bar
Attorney Member
1989 - Present

Martin County Bar Association
Member
1989 - Present

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Honors and Awards

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2020

Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates
Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified
Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2009

Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified
Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2008

Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified
Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
2004

Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified
Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
1999

Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates
Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
1994

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Speaking Engagements

Charitable Giving Seminar
Securing the Vision: The Role of Planned Gifts
2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (3)

Given (3)

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Thomas Sawyer

Estate planning Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Wood is widely regarded as the absolute best estate planning lawyer on the Treasure Coast of Florida."

Barbara Wagner

Wills and living wills Attorney | Sep 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Steve Wood and his family for more than 20 years. He has assisted my family and me in estate planning and wills. He is Board Certified and goes above and beyond to make sure that your future is protected. I highly endorse this lawyer, both professionally and personally."

Jordan Wagner

Estate planning Attorney | Sep 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wood is a highly experienced and professional attorney. I consider him to be one of the finest Trust and Estate lawyers in South Florida, and I highly recommend him for your legal needs."