Atty. Janet Messervey Stuart

Atty. Janet Messervey Stuart

Ms. Janet Messervey Stuart is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust administration and 1 other area of law.

Lakeland Lakeland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Janet Messervey Stuart at a glance

Janet Messervey Stuart is a trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law attorney based in Lakeland, Florida. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Florida (inactive) (1981), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1980) and University of Florida (A.A. University, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Janet Messervey Stuart is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust administration and 1 other area of law
  • Janet received a A.A. degree from University of Florida in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Janet practices in Lakeland, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Janet Messervey Stuart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet Messervey Stuart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Janet Messervey Stuart is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Janet Messervey Stuart is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

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.

Janet Messervey Stuart is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Power of Attorney

Janet Messervey Stuart is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Florida →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Janet Messervey Stuart is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Florida →

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 Lakeland 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 Janet Messervey Stuart

Where is Janet Messervey Stuart's law office located?
Janet Messervey Stuart's law practice is located in Lakeland, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet Messervey Stuart handle?
Janet Messervey Stuart focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Janet Messervey Stuart practiced law?
Janet Messervey Stuart has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Janet Messervey Stuart go to law school?
Janet Messervey Stuart earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact Janet Messervey Stuart for a consultation?
You can contact Janet Messervey Stuart 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 Janet Messervey Stuart received?
Janet Messervey Stuart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1980
A.A. University
University of Florida
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida (inactive)
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983

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