His firm relies almost exclusively on referrals from friends, colleagues, and networking with associates, which he views as a testament to the trust and respect he has garnered within his network.
ORLANDO, FL, September 05, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Atty. Stephen K. Burt, Esq., has been inducted into Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Atty. Burt, managing attorney and owner of S.K. Burt Law, PA, has established himself as a distinguished attorney in immigration law, family law, and estate planning. Since founding the firm in 2019, they have specialized in the areas at the intersectionality of immigration and family law, a relatively uncommon focus, by navigating the complexities of divorce cases with implications on client's immigration status, handling family-based immigration processes, and providing crucial support to domestic violence victims under the Violence Against Women Act. Such an approach enables Atty. Burt and his firm to provide comprehensive services for those dealing with family law issues that affect their immigration status.
Coupled with his legal approach, Atty. Burt takes great pride in the fact that his firm is queer-owned and employs a diverse group of staff members, with immigrants and minorities represented. He and those he works with are particularly focused on incorporating diversity at every level of their firm, making their clients feel welcome by fostering strong, internal familial relationships. Such an emphasis on diversity is a factor that Atty. Burt feels truly sets them apart, especially in the Orlando, Florida, area.
Prior to venturing into the legal field, Atty. Burt began his career in music as a director of bands in Orlando, FL, where he led his students in musical excellence from 2013 to 2016. Soon after, he transitioned into law, where he first served as a legal intern at Disability Independence Group Inc. in Miami in 2017. In 2018, he worked as a student representative at Barry University School of Law Immigration Clinic and, later that year, as a legal representative at The Immigrants' Rights Center in Orlando. Together, these roles laid the foundation for his passion and commitment to advocating for immigrant rights and family law.
Working toward a career in the legal field, Atty. Burt earned a Juris Doctorate focusing on immigration law, educational law, and comparative law from the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law at Barry University in 2018. Beforehand, he obtained a Master of Music in Music Education from Evangel University in 2013, a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from the same institution in 2012, and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of South Carolina, which he completed in 2011. Such a robust academic foundation has been instrumental in his success in both his initial career as a director of bands and now as an attorney.
In addition to his professional experience, Atty. Burt is an active member of several industry-related and community-specific organizations, including the Florida Bar Solo & Small Firm Sections, the Florida Bar International Law Section, the Florida Bar Family Law Section, the Orange County Bar Association, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Additionally, he is a member of the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce and The Pride Chamber. In tandem with his professional affiliations, he holds membership with several academic organizations, such as Phi Alpha Delta National Law Fraternity, Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority, Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society, and Alpha Chi National Collegiate Honor Society.
As a result of his work in the court system, Atty. Burt is a member of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and the Northern District of Florida. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the legal field and his community. He was named one of the "40 Under 40" in 2023 and has been featured in the Orlando Business Journal. Additionally, he participated in Leadership Orlando, has received awards such as Small Business of the Year in 2023 and New Business of the Year in 2021 from The Pride Chamber, has been named a 2024 Rising Star by Super Lawyers, and has been recognized as an Elite Lawyer in both the areas of Immigration and Family Law for the years 2022-2024 respectively.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Atty. Burt is committed to supporting various causes, volunteering with the Magic of Bronze handbell group and the Orlando Otters Rugby Football Club (RFC). In reflecting on his career overall, he attributes his success to his diligent focus on growth, patience in allowing his work to speak for itself, and the relationships he has built over time. His firm relies almost exclusively on referrals from friends, colleagues, and networking with associates, which he views as a testament to the trust and respect he has garnered within his network.
Looking ahead, Atty. Burt considers the longevity of his firm amidst the challenges of the pandemic as his greatest achievement. Reflecting on the difficulty he encountered during the early days when finances were a struggle and obtaining clients was daunting, he is proud of how far his firm has come where this year has seen significant business growth—a testament to his resilience and dedication to excellence.
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