Atty. Stephen Jay Stanley

Atty. Stephen Jay Stanley

Mr. Stephen Jay Stanley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family, personal injury and 3 other areas of law.

Tampa Tampa 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (813) 939-8718 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen Jay Stanley at a glance

Stephen Jay Stanley is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and zoning attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Stephen J. Stanley, Attorney & Counselor at Law. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Florida (1996). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Stephen Jay Stanley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1972, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen J. Stanley, Attorney & Counselor at Law in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Jay Stanley's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Stephen Jay Stanley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Jay Stanley is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Stephen Jay Stanley is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

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

Stephen Jay Stanley is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Land Use & Zoning

Stephen Jay Stanley is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Stephen Jay Stanley

Where is Stephen Jay Stanley's law office located?
Stephen Jay Stanley's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Stephen J. Stanley, Attorney & Counselor at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Jay Stanley handle?
Stephen Jay Stanley focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen Jay Stanley practiced law?
Stephen Jay Stanley has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Stephen Jay Stanley go to law school?
Stephen Jay Stanley earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S.B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Stephen Jay Stanley for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Jay Stanley 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.

Education

J.D.
Whittier College School of Law
- 1995
B.S.B.A.
University of Florida
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1996

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