Background
Steele T. Williams has focused his legal career on civil and business litigation in Florida's Twelfth Judicial Circuit. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of civil disputes - from contract breaches and business partnership breakdowns to securities fraud, real estate conflicts, estate contests, personal injury, and nursing home abuse cases.
What sets Steele apart is the combination of Board Certification in two practice areas, published appellate case law, and nearly three decades of courtroom experience. The Florida Bar's Board Certification requires passing a rigorous examination, demonstrating substantial trial experience, receiving peer reviews from fellow attorneys and judges, and completing ongoing continuing legal education. The certification must be renewed every five years.
Education
- University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law - Juris Doctor, graduated with Honors
- University of Florida - Bachelor's degree, graduated with High Honors
Bar Admissions
- Florida - 1996 (Bar #79995)
- Georgia - 2001
- New York - 1999
- New Jersey - 1999
- District of Columbia - 1999
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Board Certifications
The Florida Bar's Board Certification is the highest level of recognition by the bar of competency and experience within an area of law. Fewer than 7% of eligible Florida lawyers are board certified in any area.
- Business Litigation - Florida Bar Board Certified (10+ years)
- Real Estate - Florida Bar Board Certified (10+ years)
Professional Memberships & Appointments
- Florida Supreme Court Standard Jury Instructions Committee - Appointed member. This committee drafts the standard jury instructions used by judges throughout Florida.
- Sarasota County Bar Association - Active member
- Manatee County Bar Association - Active member
- Sarasota-Bradenton Attorneys' Real Estate Council
Professional Timeline
1996
Licensed to practice law in Florida. Began career focused on civil litigation in Sarasota.
1999
Admitted to the New York, New Jersey, and District of Columbia bars. Expanded practice to include securities and investment disputes.
2001
Admitted to the Georgia Bar. Admitted to the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida.
2011-2019
Published 10+ appellate decisions in the Florida Second District Court of Appeal, establishing case law in business disputes, real estate, and civil litigation.
Present
Dual Board Certified in Business Litigation and Real Estate. Member of the Florida Supreme Court Standard Jury Instructions Committee. Serving clients throughout Sarasota and Manatee County.
Awards & Recognition
- Avvo 5.0 Rating - Highest possible client rating
- Avvo Client's Choice Award - Recognizing exceptional client reviews
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent - Highest peer review rating for legal knowledge and ethical standards
- Martindale-Hubbell 4.4/5.0 Peer Review - Rated on legal knowledge, analytical capability, judgment, communication, and legal experience
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