Atty. Stephen D. Sanford

Atty. Stephen D. Sanford

Stephen D. Sanford started his legal career with Mudge Rose Guthrie Alexander & Ferdon in New York City in 1982, specializing in public finance.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen D. Sanford at a glance

Stephen D. Sanford is a business attorney based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen D. Sanford started his legal career with Mudge Rose Guthrie Alexander & Ferdon in New York City in 1982, specializing in public finance
  • He joined Greenberg Traurig, P.A. in West Palm Beach, Florida in 1994
  • Since he began his career, he has represented all of the various participants in a wide variety of municipal transactions

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen D. Sanford's Areas of Practice

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

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 West Palm Beach 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 D. Sanford

Where is Stephen D. Sanford's law office located?
Stephen D. Sanford's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen D. Sanford handle?
Stephen D. Sanford focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Stephen D. Sanford go to law school?
Stephen D. Sanford earned their education at (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact Stephen D. Sanford for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen D. Sanford received?
Stephen D. Sanford's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar
New York, New York State Bar Association

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