Atty. Stuart R. Morris

Atty. Stuart R. Morris

Biography of Stuart R. Morris, Esq., CPA, B.C.S.

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Trusts and Estates Attorney · Serving Boca Raton, FL

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About Stuart R. Morris at a Glance

Stuart R. Morris is a trusts attorney based in Boca Raton, Florida, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serves clients in Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Stuart R. Morris

Biography of Stuart R. Morris, Esq., CPA, B.C.S.

Stuart R. Morris Esq., CPA, B.C.S. founded Morris Law Group in 1991. Mr. Morris practices in the following areas of law:

  • estate and gift tax planning
  • wills and trusts
  • business structuring and succession planning
  • asset preservation planning
  • domestic and international tax planning
  • probate and trust administration, and
  • special needs planning

Mr. Morris graduated with honors from the University of Florida, where he received his undergraduate and master’s degrees in accounting, and his degree in law. He is admitted to practice in Florida and the District of Columbia. In addition to being Board Certified by The Florida Bar in wills, trusts, and estates, Mr. Morris is a Certified Public Accountant.

Mr. Morris was one of Worth magazine’s nation’s Top 100 Attorneys, is consistently named a Florida Super Lawyer, named to Florida Trend's Florida Legal Elite nine times, and recognized as a Top Attorney in Palm Beach & Martin counties by Palm Beach Illustrated. He received an AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating, the highest rating afforded an attorney, from Martindale-Hubbell. He is a member of The Florida Bar, the D.C. Bar, Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the American Bar Association.

Mr. Morris is currently serving as Chairman of the Junior Achievement of South Florida Charitable Foundation, Inc., serves on the Junior Achievement Board of Directors, the Executive Committee for AIPAC of South Palm Beach County, and serves on the Board of Directors in a number of privately held businesses and private charitable foundations. He previously served on the Board of Directors of SOS Children’s Village of Florida, Inc. in Coconut Creek, was a member of the Advisory Board of First United Bank, served as Chair of the Professional Advisory Committee and on the Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Broward County and on the Board of Directors of the Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Broward County.

Mr. Morris is sought after as a featured speaker on national and local levels. He has spoken on a wide array of topics such as wealth preservation for business owners and high net worth individuals and more. He has spoken in front of numerous audiences, including the New York State Bar Association, New York University Institute of Taxation, Stetson University Law School, John Hancock Financial Partners, the Broward Health Foundation, and many other local corporate and charitable organizations. He has been quoted in the Sun-Sentinel, Worth, and The Daily Business Review among others. For more information about Stuart R. Morris or Morris Law Group, please visit www.Law-Morris.com or call (561) 750-3850 or email [email protected].

Areas of Practice

  • Estate planning
  • Gift tax planning
  • Wills and trusts
  • Business structuring
  • Succession planning
  • Asset preservation planning
  • Domestic tax planning
  • International tax planning
  • Probate and trust administration
  • Special needs planning

Education

The University of Florida

  • Undergraduate - Accounting
  • Masters - Accounting
  • Law Degree

Awards

  • Worth magazine’s Nation’s Top 100 Attorneys
  • Florida Super Lawyers
  • Florida Trend's Florida Legal Elite
  • Top Attorney in Palm Beach & Martin counties by Palm Beach Illustrated
  • AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell

Affiliations

  • The American Bar Association
  • The Florida Bar
  • The D.C. Bar
  • Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Community Involvement

  • Junior Achievement of South Florida Charitable Foundation, Inc.
  • Board of Directors of SOS Children’s Village of Florida, Inc.
  • Advisory Board of First United Bank
  • The Professional Advisory Committee for American Friends of Hebrew University
  • The Attorney- CPA liaison committee of The Florida Bar
  • Past Chair of the Professional Advisory Committee
  • Past Member of the Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Broward County
  • Past Member of the Board of Directors of the Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Broward County
  • Board of Directors - Temple Beth Am - Margate, FL
  • Past Member of the Board of Directors - Alzheimer’s Association - Southeast Florida Chapter

Practice Areas Explained

Stuart R. Morris's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart R. Morris handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boca Raton.

Trusts in Boca Raton

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Boca Raton

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 Boca Raton 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 venue, 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.

Boca Raton Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Boca Raton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Where is Stuart R. Morris's law office located?
Stuart R. Morris's law practice is located in Boca Raton, Florida. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stuart R. Morris handle?
Stuart R. Morris focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Stuart R. Morris go to law school?
Stuart R. Morris earned their education at (J.D., 1989).
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What awards or recognition has Stuart R. Morris received?
Stuart R. Morris's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Boca Raton Choose Stuart R. Morris

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Stuart R. Morris's practice in the field of trusts.

Focused Trusts Practice

Concentrating on trusts means Stuart R. Morris's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.

Local Presence in Boca Raton

A Boca Raton-based practice means Stuart R. Morris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Stuart R. Morris's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1989

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026

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