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

Attorney Profile
Top Rated Estate Planning & Probate Attorney in Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton, FL 33433
- Estate Planning & Probate (70%),
- Tax: Business (10%),
- Closely Held Business (10%),
- Business/Corporate (10%)
Attorney Stuart R. Morris, Esq., CPA, B.C.S., is the founding partner of Morris Law Group, a South Florida estate planning law firm headquartered in Boca Raton, Fla. Morris Law Group specializes in wills, trusts, probate and trust administration, estate and tax planning, asset protection, and business and succession planning, and provides personalized, discreet services custom-designed to help protect your wealth now and in the future.
Experienced Estate Planning Attorney and Leader in the Field
Mr. Morris is admitted to practice in Florida and the District of Columbia. A Certified Public Account and board-certified by the Florida Bar in Wills, Trusts and Estates, Mr. Morris provides invaluable counsel and support to a diverse range of clients throughout Florida and beyond who have legal needs involving any of the following:
· Estate planning, wills and trusts
· Probate and trust administration
· Business succession planning
· Special needs planning
· Gift tax planning
· Asset preservation
· Business structuring
· Business tax planning
· Domestic and international tax planning
Nationally recognized as one of the leading estate and tax planning attorneys in the country, Mr. Morris has earned an AV-Preeminent peer-review rating* from Martindale-Hubbell as well as a designation from Worth Magazine as among the Nation's Top 100 Attorneys. In addition, he has been selected to the list of Super Lawyers consistently since 2007. Florida Trend magazine has selected Mr. Morris to its list of Legal Elite, and Palm Beach Illustrated named him a Top Attorney in Palm Beach and Martin counties for more than 10 years. He has also received numerous five-star client reviews along with many testimonials and referrals from those he has served.
A leader in his field, Mr. Morris has appeared in various local and national news outlets, where he has offered in-depth legal commentary on a variety of subjects, and he has conducted lectures and seminars across the country on various legal topics related to estate planning, tax planning and wealth preservation. Moreover, he is an active member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants as well as The Florida Bar, The D.C. Bar, and the American Bar Association, among his other professional affiliations.
A 1986 honors graduate of the University of Florida, Mr. Morris obtained his Master of Arts in accounting with honors from the University of Florida in 1989 and his Juris Doctor with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law that same year.
Committed to his local community as well as his legal practice, Mr. Morris currently serves as chairman and board member of the Junior Achievement of South Florida Charitable Foundation, Inc., as well as the executive committee of the AIPAC of South Palm Beach County. He has also served on the board of several charitable foundations and privately held companies in his area.
You Deserve a Customized Wealth Preservation Solution!
Do you want your ex in-laws to receive your wealth? Do you know with certainty who will inherit control of your business when you die? Have you secured the legacy you want to leave to your descendants, beneficiaries or charities? Can you afford to leave your family’s long-term financial security to chance? If you pass away without a clearly defined, well-thought-out estate plan in place, the government or others may end up with wealth intended for your family. Is that something you’re willing to risk?
At Morris Law Group, you’ll find highly experienced, estate planning attorneys, many board-certified by the Florida Bar, who can help you preserve and protect your wealth now and take care of your family well into the future. We build long-term lasting relationships with our clients by listening to their needs and advising them on the best course for their situation – whether it’s with estate planning, wealth preservation, tax planning, probate and trust administration, or business and succession planning. You’ll find the expertise you need when you need it at Morris Law Group.
Morris Law Group’s wealth preservation attorneys provide customized solutions designed to help you meet your financial goals now and in the future. With our helpful team approach, you’ll be able to benefit from our legal and accounting expertise to evaluate your personal and business planning needs and advise you on the most advantageous approach to meet your goals.
Contact Us for More Information!
With four convenient offices in South Florida, Morris Law Group offers comprehensive estate planning and wealth preservation services near you. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Office Locations: Boca Raton, Aventura, West Palm Beach, Weston
Main Office/Headquarters:
International Plaza
7284 West Palmetto Park Road
Suite 101
Boca Raton, FL 33433
Phone: (561) 750-3850
- 70%Estate Planning & Probate
- 10%Tax: Business
- 10%Closely Held Business
- 10%Business/Corporate
Estate Planning, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Wills, Tax Law, Business Formation and Planning, Limited Liability Companies, Partnership, Sub-chapter S Corporations, Business Organizations
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Super Lawyers: 2007 - 2021
Certificates and Credentials
- Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization - Wills, Trust and Estates
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Additional Sources of Information About Stuart R. Morris, Esq., CPA, B.C.S.
About Stuart Morris, Esq., CPA, B.C.S.
Admitted: 1989, Florida
Professional Webpage: https://www.law-morris.com/our-attorneys/stuart-r-morris
Honors/Awards:
- Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, 2021
- Best Lawyers in America - Trusts and Estates, Best Lawyers in America, 2021
- Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, 2020
- Morris Law Group has been named as the Best Specialist Wealth Preservation Law Firm Florida, receiving the Award for Distinction in Estate & Tax Planning 2020 from U.S. Business News Magazine’s Legal Elite Awards., Legal Elite Award for Distinction in Estate and Tax Planning, US Business News Legal Elite, 2020
- Received an AV® Peer Review Rating, the highest rating afforded an attorney, from Martindale-Hubbell., AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2020
- Named Top 100 Attorney by Worth magazine for multiple years., Top 100 Attorney, Worth Magazine, 2019
- Has been recognized as a Top Attorney in Palm Beach & Martin Counties by Palm Beach Illustrated., Top Attorney, Palm Beach Illustrated, 2019
- Florida Trend magazine's Florida Legal Elite, Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine, 2020
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- Board Certified by The Florida Bar in wills, trusts and estates
- Certified Public Accountant
Bar/Professional Activity:
- American Israel Public Affairs Committee, South Palm Beach County, Executive Committee
- Professional Advisory Committee, Past Chair
- The Florida Bar, Attorney-CPA liaison committee
- Junior Achievement, South Florida Charitable Foundation, Chairman
- Mr. Morris is currently serving on the Board of Directors of Junior Achievement of Broward County, Inc.
- Member of The Florida Bar, the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the American Bar Association.
- Mr. Morris has previously served as the Chair of the Bylaws Revision Committee of the Board of Directors of SOS Children's Village of Florida, Inc. in Coconut Creek; a member of the Advisory Board of the First United Bank; and a member of the Professional Advisory Committee for American Friends of Hebrew University.
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Alzheimer’s Association, Southeast Florida Chapter, Past Member of the Board of Directors
- Temple Beth Am, Margate, Board of Directors
- Jewish Community Foundation, Jewish Federation of Broward County, Board of Directors
- Jewish Federation of Broward County, Board of Directors
Other Outstanding Achievements:
- South Florida Business Journal Leadership Trust, 2020
Videos:
- Update Your Planning To Take Advantage Of The Low-Rate Environment, 2020
- Crummey Powers with Morris Law Group, 2020
- Update Your Planning in This Low-Interest-Rate Environment, 2020
- Fiduciary Roles with Morris Law Group, 2020
- The SECURE Act with Morris Law Group, 2020
- Morris Law Group Wealth Preservation Intro Video, 2020
- Morris Law Group - Experienced Paralegals Needed - Join Our Team!, 2020
Newsletters:
- Read our latest articles on wealth preservation at https://www.law-morris.com/newsletter-articles. For more information, call (561) 750-3850., Wealth Preservation Update
- The Wealth Preservationist, Business, Financial, Legal
Educational Background:
- Graduated with honors from the University of Florida; received undergraduate, master’s degrees, Accounting, and law degrees.
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Last Updated: 12/15/2020