Atty. James M. Stuckey

Atty. James M. Stuckey

James M. Stuckey is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, environmental & land use law, estate planning and 6 other areas of law.

Stuart Stuart 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (772) 510-6297 Book Appointment

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About James M. Stuckey at a glance

James M. Stuckey is a Member based in Stuart, Florida, practicing at James M. Stuckey. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1977) and South Carolina (1985). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1977) and Florida Atlantic University (B.A. Indian, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar South Carolina Bar (Member, Sections on: Estate Planning and Probate Law Corporate and Business Law) Charleston County and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Estate Planning Council of Charleston. Serands clients in Stuart, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James M. Stuckey is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, environmental & land use law, estate planning and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at James M. Stuckey in Stuart, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Stuckey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M. Stuckey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

James M. Stuckey is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

James M. Stuckey is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Stuart 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 James M. Stuckey

Where is James M. Stuckey's law office located?
James M. Stuckey's law practice is located in Stuart, Florida. The firm is James M. Stuckey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Stuckey handle?
James M. Stuckey focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James M. Stuckey practiced law?
James M. Stuckey has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James M. Stuckey go to law school?
James M. Stuckey earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Indian, 1972).
How can I contact James M. Stuckey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M. Stuckey received?
James M. Stuckey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1977
B.A. Indian
Florida Atlantic University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1977
South Carolina
Admitted: 1985

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