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Steven James Wood
About Steven
Biography
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.
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Licensed in Florida for 36 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 38 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
McCarthy, Summers, Wood, Norman, Melby & Schultz, P.A.
2400 SE Federal Hwy Fl 4, Stuart, FL, 34994-4556
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Posted by Leon Abood | August 04, 2018 | Real Estate
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 ...
Steven James Wood's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Wood is widely regarded as the absolute best estate planning lawyer on the Treasure Coast of Florida."
"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."
"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."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
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
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
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
2014
Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
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
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
1999
Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Recertified, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
1994
Board Certified - Wills, Trusts & Estates, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Shareholder, McCarthy, Summers, Wood, Norman, Melby & Schultz, P.A.
1993 - 1996
Sharehiolder, Higgins, Rifkin, Wood & Norman, P.A.
1989 - 1993
Attorney, Kohl, Bobko
Associations
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1993 - Present
Florida BarElder Law Section
1989 - Present
Florida BarReal Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
1989 - Present
Florida BarAttorney Member
1989 - Present
Martin County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1989
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1987
Washburn University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
Charitable Giving Seminar
Securing the Vision: The Role of Planned Gifts