Atty. David Alan Steves
David Alan Steves is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, charitable organizations, estate planning and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Charitable Organizations & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 54+ Years Experience
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About David Alan Steves at a Glance
David Alan Steves is a Senior Partner based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1972) and Florida (1972). Educated at Northern Kentucky University - Salmon P. Chase College of Law (Salmon P., 1971) and University of Cincinnati (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sarasota County, Ohio State and American (Member, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section) Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Member, Tax and Estate Planning Sections) National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Alan Steves
- David Alan Steves is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, charitable organizations, estate planning and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
- David practices in Sarasota, FL
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David Alan Steves's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alan Steves handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
Wills in Sarasota
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Trusts in Sarasota
David Alan Steves is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Probate in Sarasota
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Estate Planning & Probate in Sarasota
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Real Estate Law in Sarasota
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sarasota
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 Sarasota 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 venue, 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.
Sarasota Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sarasota-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sarasota Choose David Alan Steves
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Alan Steves's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Alan Steves brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio and Florida, David Alan Steves can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, David Alan Steves can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sarasota
A Sarasota-based practice means David Alan Steves attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Alan Steves Handles in Sarasota
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