Atty. Stephen Michael Barbas

Atty. Stephen Michael Barbas

Stephen Michael Barbas is a lawyer practicing workers’ compensation, personal injury, product liability and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen Michael Barbas at a glance

Stephen Michael Barbas is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Barbas, Nuñez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, Attorneys and Counselors at Law. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, product liability, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979), United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (1980), United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (1980), and United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit United States Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1979) and Florida State University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tampa Bay Hispanic Bar Association Tampa Bay Inns of Court. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Michael Barbas is a lawyer practicing workers’ compensation, personal injury, product liability and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Stephen practices at Barbas, Nuñez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, Attorneys and Counselors at Law in Tampa, FL and 3 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Michael Barbas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Michael Barbas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Stephen Michael Barbas is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Stephen Michael Barbas is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →

Product Liability

Stephen Michael Barbas is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Michael Barbas is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Michael Barbas

Where is Stephen Michael Barbas's law office located?
Stephen Michael Barbas's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Barbas, Nuñez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, Attorneys and Counselors at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Michael Barbas handle?
Stephen Michael Barbas focuses on personal injury, workers comp, product liability, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen Michael Barbas practiced law?
Stephen Michael Barbas has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Stephen Michael Barbas go to law school?
Stephen Michael Barbas earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Stephen Michael Barbas for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Michael Barbas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen Michael Barbas received?
Stephen Michael Barbas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1979
B.S.
Florida State University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1979
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1980
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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