Overview
Stephanie Rapp focuses her practice on sophisticated estate planning for high net worth individuals and families, developing customized, tax-efficient strategies that reflect each client's unique priorities and goals. She builds trusted relationships through a conscientious and personal approach, taking the time to understand family dynamics, wealth structures, and long-term objectives to craft tailored plans that achieve clarity and peace of mind.
A significant portion of her practice involves advising clients on domicile changes to Florida and addressing related homestead and other nuances specific to Florida law as well as federal estate, gift and transfer tax considerations. Stephanie has extensive experience in managing estate and trust administration matters in and out of the Florida court systems, where she is skilled in navigating contentious issues and advising fiduciaries on their duties and responsibilities.
Stephanie earned her J.D., cum laude, from Southern Methodist University School of Law and her B.S., cum laude, from the University of Florida. She is admitted to practice in Florida.
Education and Credentials
Education
- Southern Methodist University School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2008
- University of Florida, B.S., cum laude, 2005
Admissions
- State of Florida
- US District Court Southern District of Florida
Affiliations
- The Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
- Palm Beach County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
- Palm Beach County Estate Planning Council
- The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), Class VI of the Florida Fellows Institute
- Leadership West Palm Beach, Class of 2011
- Palm Beach Tax Institute, Member, 2009-2012
- Florida Association for Women Lawyers, 2008-2013
- East Coast Estate Planning Council
Recognition and Community
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Recognitions
Selected to the list of Florida Super Lawyers® Rising Stars, Estate Planning and Probate, 2023
Selected to list of Top Lawyers, Trusts & Estates, by Palm Beach Illustrated, 2023-2024
Community Involvement
Impact the Palm Beaches
Rosarian Academy, Board of Directors, 2021–present; Executive Board 2022–2025
Support Dance, Inc. Board of Directors, 2008-2013; Annual Gala, Chair, 2011
Junior League of the Palm Beaches, 2008-2015
Quantum House, Board Member, 2011-2014
News & Insights
Thought Leadership
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With Great Powers (of Appointment) Come Great Responsibility, June 16, 2021 -
Till Death (And Qualified Trusts) Do Us Part, May 11, 2021
News
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Top Lawyers 2024, September 10, 2024
In The Media
Media Mentions
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Top Lawyers 2023, Palm Beach Illustrated , September 2023
Speaking Engagements
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"The Balancing Act: Caring for Parents, Children, and Yourself," Wealth Collaborative, November 13, 2025 -
It's All in the Family, a Unified Task Force for Next-Generation Family Business, Kaufman Rossin, October 23, 2025 -
"Basic Probate Administration: Navigating Fundamental Issues Arising in Florida Probate," The Florida Bar, November 1, 2022 -
"Special Needs Persons and Guardian Advocacy Workshop, " Bella's Angels, September 15, 2022 -
It's Tricky: Navigating a Potpourri of Probate Pitfalls in Florida, The Florida Bar, November 19, 2021 -
Summer Celebration All in for the Arts, Lido Advisors, July 29, 2021