Stephen H. Artman

Stephen H. Artman is a seasoned attorney and shareholder with a broad practice spanning business transactions, civil litigation, family law, estate planning, probate, and real estate. With over three decades of legal experience, he is known for his commitment to achieving practical, effective solutions for individuals, families, and businesses across Florida. His client-focused approach and meticulous preparation have earned him a strong reputation for professionalism and trust.

Stephen earned his Bachelor of Arts from Auburn University, followed by a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Oklahoma. Stephen later obtained his Juris Doctor, with High Honors, from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law in 1989. His strong academic background and leadership experience, including prior service as a U.S. Army Field Artillery Officer, provide a disciplined and strategic foundation for his legal career.

Stephen’s diverse practice includes representation in construction law, personal injury, criminal defense, DUI defense, guardianships, and Social Security Disability. He is a member of the Florida Bar, Georgia Bar, and several professional associations, including the American Bar Association, Lakeland Bar Association, and Florida Academy of Trial Lawyers. He is also a member of the Attorney’s Title Insurance Fund, Inc. and the Wilson American Inn of Court, reflecting his ongoing dedication to ethical advocacy and continuing legal excellence.

Committed to community service, Stephen H. Artman has volunteered as a Guardian Ad Litem for the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court in Polk County, Florida, advocating for the welfare of children. His wide-ranging experience, combined with his unwavering sense of duty and compassion, allows him to deliver personalized and effective legal representation in every case he handles.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder/ Member, Stephen H. Artman, P.A.
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Florida Bar Association
• Member, Lakeland Bar Association
• Member, Georgia Bar Association
• Member, Florida Academy of Trial Lawyers
• Member, Attorney’s Title Insurance Fund, Inc
• Member, Wilson American Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) With High Honors
• University of Oklahoma
  Master’s Degree Major: Public Administration
• Auburn University
  Bachelor of Arts

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