Atty. W. Trent Steele
W. Trent Steele was born in Staunton, Virginia, but has been a lifelong resident of South Florida.
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W. Trent Steele is a Managing Partner based in Hobe Sound, Florida, practicing at Steele Law. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on formation, residential, car accidents, wills, and contracts. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982) and U.S. Supreme Court (2007). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Florida (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County and Martin County Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Member, Real Property and Probate and Trust Law Sections) American Land Title Association Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches Real Estate Counsel for the Palm Beaches. Serands clients in Hobe Sound, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- W. Trent Steele was born in Staunton, Virginia, but has been a lifelong resident of South Florida
- He has been practicing law for over 25 years and specializes in residential and commercial real estate law, estate planning and probate law, and business law
- In his role as lawyer, adviser, counselor and advocate, Mr. Steele is committed to providing aggressive, competent, cost effective and caring representation for his clients
- He has also served as an officer or board member of the following civic and charitable organizations: Alternate Board Member, Town of Jupiter Island Employee Grievance Committee, 2007-present
- Town of Jupiter Island Representative, Martin County Citizen's Round Table, 2007-present
- Treasurer, VSA Arts of Florida, 1992-2003
- President, Comprehensive AIDS Program of Palm Beach County, 1986-2000
- Board Member, Florida Stage, 1994-2000
- Member, Town of Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board, 1994-1996
- In addition, W. Trent Steele is the President of the Board of FoundCare (Foundation for Comprehensive Community Care, Inc.) which is dedicated to meeting the health care needs of the medically under served and uninsured residents of Palm Beach County
- FoundCare is building the first of its kind health care facility in West Palm Beach to address these issues which will provide adult and pediatric care, a pharmacy, dental center and wellness center all under one roof
- Mr. Steele's commitment to the community has been recognized by the following organizations: Palm Beach County Bar Association, Cultural and Civic Activities Committee Award, 1991
- Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, W. Peter Burns Memorial Award, 1993 and Community Service Award, 2001
- Comprehensive AIDS Program of Palm Beach County, Inc., Lifetime Achievement Award, 2006
- American Institute for Public Service, Jefferson Award-Palm Beach/Martin County, 2007
- Metropolitan Community Church of the Palm Beaches, Ruby Slipper Award, 2007
- Underwriter for Attorneys Title Insurance
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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 Hobe Sound 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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