Disciplinary . I I. , . I . I , Record (50 Hours)

Applicant: Mr. Ted Marc Stephan

CTR20-140 Mr. Ted Marc Stephan Bar Number: 50342

Date Certified Professional Ethics and Competence Disciplinary

Record Substantial Involvement (50%) CLE

(50 Hours) City of Practice

6/1/1995 None None Yes 51.0 Orlando, FL

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Total Trials Substitutions Trier of Fact Trials (2) Jury Trials

(1) Lead Counsel

(1) Waiver Requested?

Waiver Type

2 0 2 2 2 No Eligible for 14 yr

APPLICANT’S SUBMISSIONS

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12/14/2020 1/8/2021 Mr. Louis Allen DeFreitas Jr. 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Yes

12/14/2020 12/28/2020 Mr. Daniel Peter Osterndorf 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 4 4 5 4 4 4 4 4 Yes

12/14/2020 12/22/2020 Honorable Renee Anne Roche 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Unknown

12/14/2020 7/15/2021 7/27/2021 Honorable Chad Keflin Alvaro 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 4 0 0 4 0 See Ref.

12/14/2020 7/15/2021 Honorable Jessica Recksidler

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CTR20-140 Mr. Ted Marc Stephan Bar Number: 50342 APPLICANT’S SUBMISSIONS (page 2)


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CTR20-140 Mr. Ted Marc Stephan Bar Number: 50342 SECONDARY REFERENCES


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7/15/2021 7/26/2021 Mr. Robin Dale Merriman II 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Unknown

7/15/2021 7/26/2021 Honorable Donald Alvin Myers Jr. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Unknown

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9/13/2021 9/29/2021 Mr. Kellen Roger Simmons 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Returned

9/13/2021 Honorable Jeffrey Lee Ashton

9/13/2021 Honorable Denise Kim Beamer

9/13/2021 9/30/2021 Honorable Paetra Terry Brownlee 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Unknown

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THE FLORIDA BAR BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION AND EDUCATION 651 East .Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300

1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421

bllp://www.ilabar.org/cerl i !teal ion

CONFlDENTIAL PEER REVIEW STATEMENT

PERSONAL AND CONFIDicNTIAL TO: Mr. Louis Allen DeFrcitas

20 N Or:rng" Ave Ste H,00 Orlando, FL 328014624

RE: Mr, Ted Marc Stephan Civil Trial

The lawyer named above has applied for board certification or r·cccrtification and you have been selected to attest

to the applicant's competence and professionalism.

THE CONTENT OF THIS FORM IS CONFIDENTIAL. THE APPLICANT HAS WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO REVIEW THIS PEER REVIEW STATEMENT AND IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU REGARD THIS FORM AND YOUR COMMENTS AS CONFIDENTIAL.

Only Board Certified Specialists haw taken the extra steps to have their competence and expertise evaluated. Board certification establishes an independent measure of competence, professionalism and peer

m·lmowlcdgcment. A lawyer who is hoard ccrtilicd is recognized as Hhaving special knowledge, skills, and

proficiency in the practice area and good character, ethics, and a reputntion for professionalism in the pructiee of

law." These arc the factors upon which you arc asked to evaluate this applicant.

The BLSE encourages candid, objective, and verifiable responses. Peer review is essential to the evaluation of

applicants for board certification and we appreciate your time. Please answer the following questions and return

your completed form to the address ahove. To request an electronic version of this form, please contact the LSE

Department at Ccrtitications(ii)tlabar.org.

l. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and profcssio1rnlism for hoard Clwtificatiun. ), Y cs • No

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal eonununity to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. ?1(Ycs • No

If you answered HNo'' to questions t and 2, you may disregard the remainder of this reference form, sign page 4 and return it to our oflicl\, If you wish to add any comments, please do so.

3. I am currently employed with the applicant al the same firm, agency or Court. [] Yes ~No

4. I am related by blood or marriage to the applicant. lJ Yes )KNo

S. I am licensed to practice law. Jurisdiction: ?(Yes [] No

Page I of4

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f '( Applicant: Mr, Ted Marc Stephan

6. I have been acquainted with the applicant for approximately:

• I year or less • 2-3 years • 4-6 years • 7-10 years

7. I have had professional contact or been involved in matters significant to the referenced area of specialty with the applicant as follows:

8.

9.

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• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times • 7-l0times ~O+times ,,

Briefly describe the extent of your professional contact and approximate date of your last involvement with

o,:_'!l:ainst the applicant.

I am board certified. • No

If yes, please indicate the area(s) of law:

I am a judge. If no, please skip to Question J 0, Jfyes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip lo Question 12.

• Yes )(No

9A. Jurisdiction of Court • County • District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: ________ _

9B, I have presided over a matter in which the applicant has appeared before me in court. • Yes • No

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The following percentage of my law practice is devoted to the applicant's referenced area of specialty: • None • up to 25% • 25- 50% ,~0% +

Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area oflaw in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; 0 = Unknown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b, Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: i. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: j. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: I. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations:

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Reference: Louis Allen DeFreiras Page 2 of4

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Applicc1111: Mr. Ted Marc Slt>pha11

Do you have knowkdgc of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect comluct wliic--~has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel'! o Yes · No

Ifycs, please ex lain. ~----------------------~------------

Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expcct'ccl of a hoard certified lawyer'!

• Yes )(No Ifycs, picas: ex\lain.

Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specjalty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes /"1'1; No If yes, plcasi'cx\lain.

Please list the names and addresses of three other lawyers who might have particular knowledge about the applicant's practice in the referenced specialty and could be asked questions similar to those on this peer review form. Please do not list current partners or associates of the applicant.

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Neference: /,ouis Allen DeFreiras Page 3 of4


17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming bis or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice of law? ~Yes • No Please explain. "

18. Please add any other comments or information you would like to offer regarding this applicant.

I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts slated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best of my knowledge and belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable,· and (iii) have not been secured from the applicant, the applicant's family or any other person submilling a reference on beha/l of this applicant. I further declare that I have al/ached separate

documentation, if j!PPfi~able, which detail!,_ other information that should be considered in assessing the qualifications of this applic9"1. Finaf!y, I unders a th9t all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the

applicant. (make this Jecfaratio pursu7t to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury •

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/ T){ank you for assi~tlng the Board of Legal Specialization & Education in its assessment of this applicant for Board £,A::ertification. S1°1d you have any questions, please email [email protected] and you will be contacted by

staff. ·

For information on the Board Certification program, please visit our website, www.floridabar.org/certification,

or contact The Legal Specialization and Education Department at (850) 561-5842.

Reference: Louis Allen DeFreitas Page 4 of4

THE FLORIDA BAR BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION AND EDUCATIO✓ 651 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300

1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421 . http://www.flabar.org/certification

CONFIDENTIAL PEER REVIEW STATEMENT

PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Mr. Daniel Peter Osterndorf

315 Park Lake Cir Orlando, FL 328033923

RE: Mr. Ted Marc Stephan Civil Trial

The lawyer named above has applied for board certification or recertification and you have been selected to attest



Only Board Certified Specialists have taken the extra steps to have their competence and expertise evaluated. Board ce11ification establishes an independent measure of competence, professionalism and peer acknowledgement. A lawyer who is board certified is recognized as "having special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in the practice area and good character, ethics, and a reputation for professionalism in the practice of

law." These are the factors upon which you are asked to evaluate this applicant.

The BLSE encourages candid, objective, and verifiable responses, Peer review is essential to the evaluation of applicants for board certification and we appreciate your time. Please answer the following questions and return your completed form to the address above. To request an electronic version of this form, please contact the LSE

Department at [email protected].

1. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and/4rofessionalism for board certification. 7-.;;s • No

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to ~ate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. O"Y es . • No

If you answered "No" to questions 1 and 2, you may disregard the remainder of this reference form, sign page 4 and return itto our office. If you wish to add any comments, please do so.

3. I am currently employed with the applicant at the same firm, agency or Court.

4. I am related by blood or marriage to the applicant.

• Yes ~ • Yes ✓

5. 1 am licensed to practice law. Jurisdiction: _ __,_[4_Z~o~t2-4,..0.=1).,__ ds • No

Page 1 of4


6. I have been acquainted with the applicant for approxi~:

• I year or less • 2-3 years • 4-6 years ~IO years • 10+ years


• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times ~imes • 10+ times

Briefly describe the extent of your professional contact and approximate date of your last involvement with or against the ap lie nt. 1

8. I am hoard certified. • No If yes, please indicate the area(s) of law:

9. I am a judge. If no, please skip to Question 10. • Yes If yes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip to Question 12.

9A. Jurisdiction of Court • County • District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: ________ _

9B. I have presided over a matter in which the applicant has appeared before me in court. • Yes • No

10. My experience in the practice area in which the applicant has applied is:

11. The following percentage of my law practice is devoted to the applicant's referenced area of spec· • None • up to 25% • 25- 50% 0% +

12. Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; O = U nlmown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: i. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: J. Comtesy towards comt and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: l. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations:

Reference: Daniel Peter Osterndo,f Page 2 of 4

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\ Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which h'libeen undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel?

• Yes r:i/No If yes, please explain. -----------------------------------

Do yon have know . ge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent client ith the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer? • Yes No If yes, please explain. ___ _

Do you have knowled of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced speci that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes o If yes, please explain.


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17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the refer ed specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the refereuc specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice oflaw? Yes • No Please explain. , /j_ 4 ti

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I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts stated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best of my k11owledge a11d belief where give11 from i11formatio11 received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; alld (iii) have /lot beell secured from the applicallt, the applica11t's family or ally other persoll submitti11g a referellce 011 behalf of this applicallt. I further declare that I have attached separate docume11tatioll, if applicable, which details other information that should be considered in assessi11g the qualijicatio11s of this applica11t. Filially, I u11dersta11d that all i11formation provided is co11jitfe11tial and will not be disclosed to the

011 pursuant to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

Date

Thank you for assisting the Board of Legal Specialization & Education in its assessment of this applicant for Board Certification. Should you have any questions, please email [email protected] and you will be contacted by staff.




THE FLORIDA BAR BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION AND EDUCATION 651 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300

1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421 http://www.flabar.org/ certification


PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Honorable Renee Anne Roche

425 N Orange Ave Orlando, FL 328011515


The lawyer named above has applied for board certification or recertification and you have been selected to attest



Only Board Certified Specialists have taken the extra steps to have their competence and expertise evaluated.

Board certification establishes an independent measure of competence, professionalism and peer acknowledgement. A lawyer who is board certified is recognized as "having special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in the practice area and good character, ethics, and a reputation for professionalism in the practice of

law." These are the factors upon which you are asked to evaluate this applicant.

The BLSE encourages candid, objective, and verifiable responses. Peer review is essential to the evaluation of applicants for board certification and we appreciate your time. Please answer the following questions and return your completed form to the address above. To reguest an electronic version of this form, please contact the LSE


1. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes p,No

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to evaluate his m· her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes [ll.,No

3.

4.

5.

If you answered "No" to questions 1 and 2, you may disregard the remainder of this reference form, sign page 4 and return it to our office. If you wish to add any comments, please do so.

I am currently employed with the applicant at the same firm, agency or Court.

I am related by blood or marriage to the applicant.

I am licensed to practice law. Jurisdiction:

Page 1 of4

• Yes • No

• Yes • No

• Yes • No

Applicant: Afr. Ted Marc Stephan

6. I have been acqnainted with the applicant for approximately:

• 1 year or less • 2-3 years • 4-6 years • 7-!0years • 10+ years


8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times • 7-l0times • 10+ times

Briefly describe the extent of your professional contact and approximate date of your last involvement with or against the applicant.

I am board certified. • Yes • No If yes, please indicate the area(s) oflaw:

I am a judge. If no, please skip to Question 10. • Yes • No If yes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip to Question 12.

9A. Jurisdiction of Comi • County • District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: ---------


My experience in the practice area in which the applicant has applied is:

The following percentage of my law practice is devoted to the applicant's referenced area of specialty: • None • up to 25% • 25- 50% • 50% +

Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Ontstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; 0 = Unknown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefuh1ess: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: i. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: J. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: I. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to 1:Jy a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

Reference: Renee Anne Roche Page 2 of 4


( 13. Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect

conduct which has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? o Yes o No If yes, please explain. ---------------------------------~

14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer? o Yes o No If yes, please explain.

15. Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specialty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? o Yes o No· If yes, please explain. -----------------------------------

16. Please list the names and addresses of three other lawyers who might have particular knowledge about the applicant's practice in the referenced specialty and could be asked questions similar to those on this peer review form. Please do not list current partners or associates of the applicant.

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Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice of law? • Yes • No

Please explain. ----------------------------------

Please add any other comments or information you would like to offer regarding this applicant.

I declare tftat I ftave read tfte foregoing answers and tfte facts stated in tltem (i) are true wftere given fi'om personal knowledge; (ii) are true to tfte best of my knowledge and belief wftere given fi-om information received fi·om otlters, or sources wfticft I believe to be reliable; and (iii) ftave not been secured.from tfte applicant, tfte applicant's family or any other person submitting a reference 011 beftalf of tftis applicant. I furtfter declare tftat I ftave attacfted separate documentation, if applicable, wfticft details other information that slwuid be considered in assessing the qualifications of tftis applicant. Finally, I underst d tftat all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant, ·Ima e this declaration1pursuan to section 92. 525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

I

Date

Thank you fo1· assisting the Board of Legal Specialization & Education in its assessment of this applicant for Board Certification. Should yon have any questions, please email [email protected] aud you will be contacted by staff.

For information on the Board Certification program, please visit our website, www.floridabar.org/certification, or contact The Legal Specialization and Education Department at (850) 561-5842.


I THE FLORIDA BAR BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION AND EDUCATION✓

651 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300

TO:

RE:

1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421 http://www.flabar.org/certi:fication


PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL Honorable Chad Keflin Alvaro

I I 425 N Orange Ave Orlando, FL 328011515

l

Mr. Ted Marc Stephan BY: ___ Civil Trial

The lawyer named above has applied for board certification or recertification and you have been selected to attest to the applicant's competence and professionalism.


Only Board Certified Specialists have taken the extra steps to have their competence and expertise evaluated. Board certification establishes an independent measure of competence, professionalism and peer acknowledgement. A lawyer who is board certified is recognized as "having special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in the practice area and good character, ethics, and a reputation for professionalism in the practice of law." These are the factors upon which you are asked to evaluate this applicant.

The BLSE encourages candid, objective, and verifiable responses. Peer review is essential to the evaluation of applicants for board certification and we appreciate your time. Please answer the following questions and return your completed form to the address above.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and~ofessionalism for board certification. • ~ • No

I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification.

• No




Page 1 of 4

• Yes

• Yes

es I

~No

0

• No



o 1 year or less years • 4-6 years o 7-10 years o 10+ years


o No Contact 1-2 times o 3-4 times o 5-6 times • 7-10 times o 10+ times


8. I am board certified.

9.

10.

11.

12.

If yes, please indicate the area(s) oflaw:

I am a judge. If no, please skip to Question 10. If yes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip to Question 12.

9A. Jurisdiction of Court o County

ircuit District

• Federal o Administrative • Other:

s

---------

9B. I have presided over a matter in which the applicant has appeared before me in court. o s o No

My experience in the practice area in which the applicant has applied is: ,.

The following percentage of my law practice is devoted to the applicant's referenced area of specialty: o None up to 25% • 25- 50% % +

No

Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; 0 = Unknown. NIA Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: 1. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: j. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: I. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

Page 2 of 4


13. Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which as been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? • Yes No

If yes, please explain. ---------------------------------

14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent client ith the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer? • Yes • 'Q

If yes, please e:kplain. ---------------------------------

15. Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced spejaJty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes ~o

If yes, please exp)ain. ---------------------------------


1. -------1---'t,

2. -----------------------------------------3. -----------------------------------------

Page 3 of 4

17.

18.


Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice oflaw? • Yes • No

Please explain. ---------------------------------

Please add any other comments or information you would like to offer regarding this applicant.

I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts stated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best of my knowledge and belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; and (iii) have not been secured from the applicant, the applicant's family or any other person submitting a reference on behalf of this applicant. I further declare that I have attached separate documentation, if applicable, which details other information that should be considered in assessing the qualifications of this applicant. Finally, I understand that all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant. I make this eclaration pursuant to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

Signature Date


For information on the Board Certification program, please visit our website, www.floridabar.org/certification, or contact The Legal Specialization and Education Department at (850) 561-5842.

Page 4 of 4


1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421

http://www.flabar.org/certification


PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Honorable George Richard Singeltary

Lake Connty Jndicial Center P0Box7800 Tavares, FL 327787800


J

The lawyer named above has applied for board certification or recertification and yon have been selected to attest



Only Board Certified Specialists have taken the extra steps to have their competence and expertise evaluated.

Board certification establishes an independent measure of competence, professionalism and peer acknowledgement. A lawyer who is board certified is recognized as "having special knowledge, skills, and

proficiency in the practice area and good character, ethics, and a reputation for professionalism in the practice of

law." These are the factors npon which yon are asked to evaluate this applicant.

The BLSE encourages candid, objective, and verifiable responses. Peer review is essential to the evaluation of

applicants for board certification and we appreciate your time. Please answer the following questions and return your completed form to the address above. To request an electronic version of this form, please contact the LSE


1. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes /;r'No

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes i!l""&o

3.

4.

5.


I am currently employed with the applicant at the same firm, agency or Comi.


I am licensed to practice law. Jurisdiction: -------~

Page 1 of4

• Yes • No

• Yes • No

• Yes • No



• 1 year or less • 2-3 years • 4-6 years • 7-10 years • 10+ years

7. I have had pmfessioual contact or been involved in matters significant to the referenced area of specialty with the applicant as follows:

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times • 7-l0times • 10+ times



I am a judge. If no, please skip to Question I 0. • Yes • No Jfyes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip to Question 12.

9A. Jurisdiction of Court • County • District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: ---------




Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. S = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; O = Unknown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Know ledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: 1. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: J. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: I. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

Reference: George Richard Singe/ta,y Page 2 of 4


i

13. Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? • Yes • No If yes, please explain. -----------------------------------

14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer? • Yes • No If yes, please explain. -----------------------------------

15. Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specialty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes • No If yes, please explain.


1. ----------------------------------

2. --------------------------------------

3. --------------------------------------

Reference: George Richard Singe/tmy Page 3 of 4


17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special lmowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice oflaw? • Yes • No

Please explain. ----------------------------------


I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts stated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best ofmy knowledge a11d belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; and (iii) have not been securedfrom the applicant, the applicant's family or any other person submitting a reference 011 behalf of this applicant, I further declare that I have attached separate documentation, if applicable, which details other informatio11 that should be considered in assessing the qualijicatio11s of this applicant. Finally, I understa11d that all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant. I make this declaration pursuant to section 92. 525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

()~ J/, :l.o~O Date

Thank you for assis mg the Board of Legal Specialization & Education in its assessment of this applicant for Board

Cet1ification, Should you have any questions, please email [email protected] and you will be contacted by staff,

For information on the Board Ce11ification program, please visit our website, www.floridabar.org/certification, or contact The Legal Specialization and Education Department at (850) 561-5842.

Reference: George Richard Singe[fa,J' Page 4 of 4


1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421

http://www.flabar.org/ce1iification


PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Mr. Robin Dale Merriman

9990 Coconut Rd Bonita Springs, FL 341358488





The BLSE encourages candid, objective, and verifiable responses. Peer review is essential to the evaluation of applicants for board certification and we appreciate your time. Please answer the following questions and return your completed form to the address above. To request an electronic version of this form, please contact the LSE Department at [email protected].

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and professional~ for board certification. • Yes ~ No

" .

I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in· the legal community to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes




I am licensed to practice law. Jurisdiction: _______ _

Page 1 of 4

• Yes • No

• Yes • No

• Yes • No



• 1 year or less • 2-3 years 4-6 years • 7-10 years • 10+ years


8.

9.

• No Contact 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times • 7-10 times • 10+ times




9A. Jurisdiction of Court • District • Administrative • County

Circuit • Federal • Other: _______ _

9B. I have presided over a matter in which the applicant has appeared before me in court. Yes No


11. The following percentage of my law practice is devoted to the applicant's referenced area of specialty: None • up to 25% • 25- 50% • 50% +

12. Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; 0 = Unknown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: 1. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: j. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: 1. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

Reference: Robin Dale A1erriman Page 2 of 4


13. Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? • Yes • No


14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer?

15.

16.

• Yes • No


Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specialty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes No



1. -------------------------------------------2. -------------------------------------------3. -------------------------------------------

Reference: Robin Dale Merriman Page 3 of 4


17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice of law? • Yes • No

Please explain. ---------------------------------


I declare that I have read the foregoing \nswers and the facts stated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best of my knowledge and belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; and (iii) have not been secured from the applicant, the applicant's family or any other person submitting a reference on behalf of this applicant. If urther declare that I have attached separate documentation, if applicable, which details other information that should be considered in assessing the qualifications of this applicant. Finally, I understand that all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant. I make this declaration pursuant to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.




Reference: R,obin Dale Merriman Page 4 of 4


1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421 http://www.flabar.org/certification


PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Honorable Donald Alvin Myers

Orange County Courthouse 425 N Orange Ave Ste 2045 Orlando, FL 328011515

RE: Mr. TedMarc Stephan Civil Trial


THE CONTENT OF THIS FORM IS CONFIDENTIAL. THE APPLICANT HAS WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO REVIEW TIDS PEER REVIEW STATEMENT AND IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU REGARD THIS FORM AND YOUR COMMENTS AS CONFIDENTIAL.



1. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes No

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes M No

3.

4.

5.

/





Page 1 of 4

• Yes • No

• Yes • No

• Yes • No





8.

9.

• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times 7-10 times • 10+ times


I am board certified. • Yes No If yes, please indicate the area(s) oflaw:

I am a judge. Ifno, please skip to Question JO. • Yes • No If yes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip to Question 12.

9A. Jurisdiction of Court • County • District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: ---------

9B. I have presided over a matter in which the applicant has appeared before me in court. Yes • No


11. The following percentage of my law practice is devoted to the applicant's referenced area of specialty: None • up to 25% • 25- 50% • 50% +

12. Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 Poor; 0 = Unknown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: 1. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: J. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: I. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

R0jerence: nonald Alvin Myers Page 2 of 4


13. Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? o Yes o No


14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer? o Yes o No


15. Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specialty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? o Yes o No



1.

2.

3.

Reference: Donald Alvin Myers Page 3 of 4


17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice oflaw? • Yes • No

Please explain. ---------------------------------


I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts stated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best of my knowledge and belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; and (iii) have not been secured from the applicant, the applicant's family or any other person submitting a reference on behalf of this applicant. If urther declare that I have attached separate documentation, if applicable, which details other information that should he considered in assessing the qualifications of this applicant. Finally, I understand that all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant. I make this declaration pursuant to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

Date

Thank you for assisting the Board of Legal Specialization & Education in its assessment of this applicant for Board Certification. Should you have any questions, please email [email protected] and you will be contacted by

staff.



Feference: TJonald Alvin Myers Page 4 of 4


1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421

http:/ /www.flabar.org/ ce1iification CONFIDENTIAL PEER REVIEW STATEMENT

If you are a board of governors member, a Florida Bar officer, an appeals committee member ELSE member, certification

committee member, or Justice of the Supreme Court of Florida you have received this in error. Please disregard.

PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Ms. Maria B Vazquez

390 N Orange Ave Ste 895 Orlando, FL 328011635


jff;

The lawyer named above has applied §cf):,oard certification or recerti to the applicant's competence and profe~s~ionabsm:

I

I \ected to attest




1. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes • No

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to evaluate his or her

3.

4.

5.

competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes • No

If you answered "No" to questions 1 and 2, you .may disregard the remainder of this reference form, sign page 4 and return it to our office. If you wish to add any comments, please do so.




Page 1 of 4

• Yes o No

• Yes o No

• Yes o No





8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times • 7-10 times • 10+ times


I am board certified. • Yes • No If yes, please indicate the area(s) of law:

I am a judge. If no, please skip to Question 10. • Yes • No lfyes, please answer 9.A and 9.B., then skip to Question 12.

9A. Jurisdiction of Court • County • 'District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: ---------




Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; 0 = Unknown. NI A= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: 1. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: J. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: 1. If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

Reference: Maria B Vazquez Page 2 of 4


13. Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? • Yes • No If yes, please explain. ---------------------------------

14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer? • Yes • No If yes, please explain. ---------------------------------

15. Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specialty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes • No If yes, please explain. ---------------------------------


1.

2.

3.

Reference: Maria B Vazquez Page 3 of 4

Applicant: Mr. 1 eel Marc Stephan

17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice of law? • Yes • No

Please explain. ---------------------------------


I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts stated in them (i) are true where given from personal knowledge; (ii) are true to the best of my knowledge and belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; and (iii) have not been secured from the applicant, the applicant's family or any other person submitting a reference on behalf of this applicant. If urther declare that I have attached separate documentation, if applicable, which details other information that should be considered in assessing the qualifications of this applicant. Finally, I understand that all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant. I make this declaration pursuant to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

Signature Date




Reference: Maria B Va=quez Page 4 of 4

r1HE FLORIDA BAR BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION AND EDUCATION

651 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300 1-800-342-8060, ext. 5842 * 850-561-5842 * Facsimile 850-561-9421

http:/ /www.flabar.org/ ce1iification CONFIDENTIAL PEER REVIEW STATEMENT

If you are a board of governors member, a Florida Bar officer, an appeals committee member BLSE member, certification

committee member, or Justice of the Supreme Court of Florida you have received this in error.

PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL TO: Honorable Paetra Terry Brownlee

425 N Orange Ave Ste 1145 Orlando, FL 328011515


✓





1. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant to evaluate his or her competence and professionalis~or board certification. • Yes 51/N o

2. I am sufficiently familiar with this applicant's reputation in the legal community to evaluate his or her competence and professionalism for board certification. • Yes v~o

3.

4.

5.

If you answered "No" to questions 1 and 2, you may disregard the remainder of this reference form, sign , page 4 and return it to our office. If you wish to add comments, please do so.

\




Page1 of 4

• Yes • No

• Yes • No

• Yes • No



• 1 year or less • 2-3 years • 4-6 years • 7-10 years • l0+years


8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

• No Contact • 1-2 times • 3-4 times • 5-6 times • 7-10 times • 10+ times


I am board certified. • Yes • No If yes, please indicate the area(s) of law:


9A. Jurisdiction of Court • County • District • Administrative • Circuit • Federal • Other: _______ _




Please use the ratings below to evaluate the applicant in comparison to other lawyers with whom you are familiar who practice in the same area of law in which the applicant has applied. 5 = Outstanding; 4 = Above Average; 3 = Average; 2 = Below Average; 1 = Poor; 0 = Unknown. NIA= Not Applicable

a. Knowledge of substantive law: b. Ability to apply substantive knowledge to factual problems: c. Knowledge of procedural law: d. Preparation and completion of matters: e. Efficiency in the practice of law: f. Resourcefulness: g. Consideration of clients' interests: h. Reputation in the legal community as to character, ethical conduct and professionalism: i. Reputation in the legal community to handle matters: j. Courtesy towards court and counsel: k. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to try a case: L If applicable, reputation in the legal community of the applicant's ability to try a case: m. If applicable, your opinion of the applicant's ability to handle complex matters: n. If applicable, effectiveness of court presentations: Oral:

Written:

Reft.irence: Paetra Terry Brownlee Page 2 of 4


1 Do you have knowledge of any incidents in the applicant's law practice which, in your opinion, reflect conduct which has been undignified or discourteous to the court or towards opposing counsel? • Yes • No If yes, please explain. ---------------------------------

14. Do you have knowledge of any facts or circumstances that indicate the applicant is not presently able to represent clients with the competency and professionalism expected of a board certified lawyer?

15.

16.

• Yes • No

If yes, please explain. ----------------------------------

Do you have knowledge of any incidents reflecting insufficient skills, knowledge, proficiency or ethics in the referenced specialty that would lead you to question the applicant's entitlement to board certification? • Yes • No



L -------------------------------------------2. -------------------------------------------3.

Reference: Paetra Terry Brownlee Page 3 of 4


17. Do you recommend this applicant for board certification or recertification in the referenced specialty, thereby affirming his or her "special knowledge, skills and proficiency" in the referenced specialty as well as good character, ethics and reputation for professionalism in the practice oflaw? • Yes • No

Please explain. ---------------------------------


I declare that I have read the foregoing answers and the facts stated in tltem (i) are true where given from personal k11owledge; (ii) are true to tlte best of my knowledge and belief where given from information received from others, or sources which I believe to be reliable; and (iii) have not been secured from tlte applicant, the applicant's family or any otfier person submitting a reference on behalf of tltis applicant. I further declare that I have attached separate documentation, if applicable, which details other information that should be considered in assessing the qualifications of tliis applicant. Finally, I understand that all information provided is confidential and will not be disclosed to the applicant. I make this declaration pursuant to section 92.525, Florida Statutes, and under penalties of perjury.

Tltank you for assisting the Board of Legal Specialization & Education in its assessment of this applicant for Board Certification. Should you have any questions, please email [email protected] and you will be contacted by

staff.

For information on the Board Certification program, please visit our website, www.floridabar.org/certification, m ·ontact The Legal Specialization and Education Department at (850) 561-5842.

,'J J ' ince: Paetra Terry Brownlee Page 4 of 4

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