Atty. Stephen Frederick Ellis

Atty. Stephen Frederick Ellis

Mr. Stephen Frederick Ellis is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business, commercial litigation and 14 other areas of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Frederick Ellis at a glance

Stephen Frederick Ellis is a Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Law Offices of Stephen F. Ellis, P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, divorce, trusts, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1978), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 1978) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen Frederick Ellis is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business, commercial litigation and 14 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Stephen practices at Law Offices of Stephen F. Ellis, P.A. in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Frederick Ellis's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Stephen Frederick Ellis is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Stephen Frederick Ellis is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

Stephen Frederick Ellis is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Stephen Frederick Ellis is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Stephen Frederick Ellis is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 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 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 Frederick Ellis

Where is Stephen Frederick Ellis's law office located?
Stephen Frederick Ellis's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is Law Offices of Stephen F. Ellis, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Frederick Ellis handle?
Stephen Frederick Ellis focuses on wills, divorce, trusts, probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen Frederick Ellis practiced law?
Stephen Frederick Ellis has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Stephen Frederick Ellis go to law school?
Stephen Frederick Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Stephen Frederick Ellis for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Frederick Ellis 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 Stephen Frederick Ellis received?
Stephen Frederick Ellis's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983

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