Stephen Stukey, Construction Attorney in Tampa, Florida
Tampa, FL
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Stephen Stukey is an attorney based in Tampa, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Construction. Currently practicing at Bickford & Chidnese LLP.
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- Tampa, FLORIDA
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- Construction
- Handles Construction matters from Tampa, FLORIDA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).
About Stephen Stukey: Stephen Stukey is an attorney based in Tampa, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Construction. Currently practicing at Bickford & Chidnese LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Stephen Stukey
Stephen concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in Tampa, Florida
Stephen takes construction matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Stephen Stukey — Attorney of Florida construction experience
Stephen Stukey is an attorney based in Tampa, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Construction. Currently practicing at Bickford & Chidnese LLP.
Stephen Stukey is a partner in the firm’s Tampa office. His areas of practice are construction litigation and insurance defense. Mr. Stukey also focuses on Environmental Bodily Injury and Property Damage claims. His practice includes extensive experience with Chinese drywall sulfurous off-gassing, environmental/toxic spills, CPVC environmental stress cracking from incompatibility with ABF II cutting agents, mold, mildew, fungi, bacteria, radon, carbon monoxide poisoning, and Legionnaire’s disease claims
Stephen originally hails from Chipley, Florida in the Florida Panhandle. He graduated from the University of Florida in 1998 with a Bachelors of Design in Architecture, and worked with a national architectural firm in Boca Raton, Florida before attending law school at Rutgers School of Law –Newark, where he received his Juris Doctorate in 2004.
Stephen's approach to construction cases
Stephen Stukey is a partner in the firm’s Tampa office. His areas of practice are construction litigation and insurance defense. Mr. Stukey also focuses on Environmental Bodily Injury and Property Damage claims. His practice includes extensive experience with Chinese drywall sulfurous off-gassing, environmental/toxic spills, CPVC environmental stress cracking from incompatibility with ABF II…
The kind of cases Stephen takes
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Tampa and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Stephen Stukey's legal education and bar admissions
Rutgers University–Newark
J.D. · 2004
Stephen studied at J.D. in Rutgers University–Newark.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in Rutgers University–Newark. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Stephen Stukey
Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).
Locations
Stephen Stukey's office in Tampa
Stephen's primary office is at 1860 N. Avenida Republica de Cuba, Tampa, Florida, 33605. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bickford & Chidnese LLP
1860 N. Avenida Republica de Cuba
Tampa, Florida 33605
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How to hire Stephen Stukey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Tampa, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen Stukey
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Florida typically take?
Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Tampa?
Stephen is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Stephen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Stephen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new construction clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Tampa, Miami and Orlando in Florida
Stephen handles construction matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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