Atty. Stella Ferguson Thayer

Atty. Stella Ferguson Thayer

Stella Ferguson Thayer is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, tax & planning, wills and 3 other areas of law. Stella received a A.B. degree from Hollins College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Tampa Tampa 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Stella Ferguson Thayer at a glance

Stella Ferguson Thayer is a Shareholder based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Professional Association. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1965), New York (1968), and New Jersey (1971). Educated at Hollins College (A.B. Columbia, 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stella Ferguson Thayer is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, tax & planning, wills and 3 other areas of law
  • Stella received a A.B. degree from Hollins College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Stella practices at Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Professional Association in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Stella Ferguson Thayer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stella Ferguson Thayer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Stella Ferguson Thayer is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

Stella Ferguson Thayer is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

Stella Ferguson Thayer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stella Ferguson Thayer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stella Ferguson Thayer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 Stella Ferguson Thayer

Where is Stella Ferguson Thayer's law office located?
Stella Ferguson Thayer's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stella Ferguson Thayer handle?
Stella Ferguson Thayer focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stella Ferguson Thayer practiced law?
Stella Ferguson Thayer has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Stella Ferguson Thayer go to law school?
Stella Ferguson Thayer earned their education at (A.B. Columbia, 1962).
How can I contact Stella Ferguson Thayer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stella Ferguson Thayer received?
Stella Ferguson Thayer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

A.B. Columbia
Hollins College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1965
New York
Admitted: 1968
New Jersey
Admitted: 1971

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