Stephen R. Looney Named 2026 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year”

Published: August 21, 2025

(Orlando, FL) Stephen R. Looney has been recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” for Tax Law in Orlando, representing “exceptional achievement” in his field. Chair of the firm’s Corporate and Tax Department, this is Steve’s second time receiving this recognition.

“Lawyer of the Year” is a top distinction awarded to one attorney with the highest overall peer feedback for a specific practice area and geographic location. The designation represents the highest level of respect from their peers regarding their abilities, professionalism, and integrity. Steve was also listed in the Best Lawyers in American ® 2026 listing in Tax Law.

Steve represents clients across the state of Florida, addressing complex business and tax matters requiring entity formation, reorganizations, tax-free exchanges of real estate, and tax controversies. He is recognized for his leadership in the legal community, speaking at industry events throughout the country. He is Board Certified in Tax Law by The Florida Bar and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Learn more about Steve: https://bit.ly/FLTaxAtty.

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