Stephanie M. Shortall

Top rated Estate Planning & Probate attorney in Doylestown, Pennsylvania

Drake, Hileman & Davis, P.C.
Stephanie M. Shortall
Drake, Hileman & Davis, P.C.

Practice areas: Estate Planning & Probate, Business & Corporate, Real Estate; view more

Licensed in Pennsylvania since: 2008

Education: Temple University Beasley School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2025 Selected to Rising Stars: 2017 - 2023

Drake, Hileman & Davis, P.C.

Bailiwick Office Campus
252 W. Swamp Road, Suite 15
Doylestown, PA 18901 Visit website

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Stephanie M. Shortall's practice is a beacon for individuals and business owners navigating life's complexities and decisions. She crafts estate plans tailored to each client's unique situation, including wills, trusts and powers of attorney, and managing estates and trusts of all sizes with a personal touch.

Ms. Shortall is driven by a passion for empowering business owners to reach their aspirations amid market dynamics. She guides clients through real estate transactions, whether it involves buying, selling, leasing or other dealings, in both residential and commercial realms. Her approach is strategic, practical and responsive, offering steadfast advocacy and striving for excellence and empathy in representation.

Rooted deeply in Bucks County, Ms. Shortall earned her undergraduate degree at Rider University's College of Business Administration in 2005 and her Juris Doctor from Temple University Beasley School of Law in 2008. Licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey since 2008, she ascended to partnership in the firm in 2024.

Ms. Shortall is a vibrant member of the legal community, serving as Treasurer of the Bucks County Bar Association.  She is also a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Bucks County Estate Planning Council. Her commitment to community shines through her role as a Supervisor in New Britain Township, Bucks County, elected for a term starting in 2022, as well as her leadership positions at Villa Joseph Marie High School Alumnae Association and Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Catholic School's Home & School Association.

Ms. Shortall serves as Assistant Secretary-Treasurer for the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors. She contributes to the PA Republican State Committee and Bucks County Republican Committee, along with other local networking and community service endeavors. 

Practice areas

Estate Planning & Probate, Business/Corporate, Real Estate: Consumer

Focus areas

Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Condominiums & Cooperatives, Contracts, Estate Planning, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Landlord/Tenant, Limited Liability Companies, Living Wills, Mortgage & Refinance, Partnership, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Short Sale, Sub-chapter S Corporations, Trusts, Wills

  • 40% Estate Planning & Probate
  • 40% Business/Corporate
  • 20% Real Estate: Consumer

First Admitted: 2008, Pennsylvania

Professional Webpage: https://www.dhdlaw.com/attorneys/stephanie-m-shortall/

Bar/Professional Activity:
  • Pennsylvania
  • New Jersey
  • Bucks County Bar Association, Treasurer, Executive Board – 2024
  • Bucks County Estate Planning Council
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Bucks County Bar Association, Orphan’s Court Section (Vice Chair)
  • Bucks County Bar Association, Women Lawyers Division (Past Chair)
Pro bono/Community Service:
  • New Britain Township, Bucks County (elected to a six-year term beginning in 2022), Supervisor
  • PA Republican State Committee and Bucks County Republican Committee, Member
  • Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer
  • Home & School Association of Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Catholic School, Treasurer
  • Villa Joseph Marie High School Alumnae Association, President
Honors/Awards:
  • Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters (2017-2023).
  • "Good" rating on Avvo
  • Super Lawyers, 2024
Educational Background:
  • Rider University's College of Business Administration, undergraduate degree, 2005 

Office location for Stephanie M. Shortall

Bailiwick Office Campus
252 W. Swamp Road, Suite 15
Doylestown, PA 18901

Phone: 610-472-8223

Selections

2 Years Super Lawyers
7 Years Rising Stars
  • Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2025
  • Rising Stars: 2017 - 2023

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