About Steven W.
Steven W. Ledbetter is an attorney at Ledbetter Cowan Law Group, located at 229 Pensacola Road in Venice, Florida. He joined the Florida Bar in 2007, bringing a wealth of legal expertise to his practice. The firm specializes in various areas, including business law, estate planning, probate, real estate law, and elder law, serving clients throughout Sarasota County. With a commitment to providing comprehensive legal services, the firm is known in the community.
Ledbetter earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Lewis and Clark Law School in 2001. His academic journey began at Principia College, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Literature and Environmental Science in 1997. During his time in law school, he worked by clerking for the Oregon State Bar, which laid a solid foundation for his legal career. His practice primarily focuses on estate planning, encompassing wills, trusts, and probate matters — Additionally, he is experienced in real estate transactions, guardianship, and incapacity planning. Before joining Ledbetter Cowan Law Group, he worked as a staff attorney at a law firm in Dallas, Texas, from 2003 to 2007.
His early career included a position at a small firm in Portland, Oregon, where he practiced personal injury and family law from 2002 to 2003. These diverse experiences have gave him a broad understanding of various legal issues. This lets the attorney effectively represent clients in court, draft legal documents, and provide counsel on asset protection and Medicaid planning. Active in the legal community, Ledbetter is a member of several professional organizations, including the Florida Bar's Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section, Young Lawyers Division, Elder Law Section, and Elder Counsel. He also belongs to the Sarasota County Bar Association and the Venice Area Estate Planning Council.
His leadership skills were evident during his tenure as President of the SCBA South County Division from 2012 to 2013, and as a Board Member from 2010 to 2014. His commitment to service extends beyond his practice, as he has been involved with the Legal Aid of Manasota Board of Directors and the Venice Area Young Professionals Executive Committee. Recognition for his work came in 2017 when he was honored as the "Best Estate Planning Attorney" in the Best of Venice awards. Fluent in English and conversational Spanish, Ledbetter is dedicated to serving clients. His experience and community involvement reflect his commitment to providing exceptional legal services and supporting the needs of his clients in Venice and the surrounding areas.
