West Palm Beach, Fla. — May 20, 2026 — Stephens & Stevens, PLLC is proud to announce that Eddie E. Stephens, III, a Board Certified Marital & Family Law attorney, has been selected to receive The Florida Bar’s 2026 Award for Excellence in the Promotion of Board Certification.
The award is presented by The Florida Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization & Education and recognizes board certified attorneys who demonstrate excellence and creativity in advancing the public’s knowledge and appreciation of legal board certification.
Stephens will be honored during The Florida Bar Annual Convention at the Board Certified Lawyers’ Reception, which will be held Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from The Florida Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization & Education,” said Stephens. “Board certification has been one of the defining achievements of my professional life, and I have always believed it helps the public identify lawyers who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and specialized expertise. Promoting board certification is really about promoting public trust in the legal profession.”
The Florida Bar describes board certified lawyers as attorneys who have been evaluated for professionalism and tested for expertise. In its congratulatory letter, the Board of Legal Specialization & Education noted that recipients of the Excellence Award are recognized for advancing the public’s knowledge of and appreciation for legal board certification.
Stephens is the founder of Stephens & Stevens, PLLC, a West Palm Beach marital and family law firm. He is also the creator of Stephens’ Squibs, a long-running publication summarizing Florida family law decisions and promoting education, professionalism, and excellence within the family law bar.
Stephens expressed gratitude to his team, including Sarai Glaze, who nominated him for the award.
“This recognition belongs not only to me, but to the people who have supported our firm’s mission of education, mentorship, and professionalism,” Stephens said. “I am especially grateful to Sarai for her nomination and to everyone who has encouraged our ongoing efforts to promote board certification and excellence in family law.”
About Stephens & Stevens, PLLC
Stephens & Stevens, PLLC is a West Palm Beach marital and family law firm representing clients in complex divorce, timesharing, equitable distribution, support, and related family law matters. The firm is committed to professionalism, strategic advocacy, and service to Florida families.
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