Stephanie H. Carlton
Stephanie H. Carlton
Associate
She/Her
"I take pride in securing favorable results for clients."

Stephanie H. Carlton
Associate
She/Her
"I take pride in securing favorable results for clients."
About Stephanie
Stephanie has secured numerous favorable coverage decisions for her clients in both state and federal courts, establishing her reputation as a results-focused advocate. She concentrates her practice on commercial litigation and insurance coverage, defending national insurers in matters involving general liability, professional liability, property coverage, and premises-related claims. She evaluates coverage for national insurers and provides thorough, proactive counsel that supports informed decision-making and helps reduce risk. She also represents insurers in declaratory judgment actions, where she works to obtain decisive and favorable coverage rulings.
Areas of Focus
Recognition
- The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™, Insurance Law, 2024 – 2026
- Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law, CALI Book Award in Contracts, Criminal Law, and Civil Procedure
Credentials
Education
- Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law, JD, salutatorian, 2016
- Florida State University, BS, magna cum laude, 2013
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Court Admissions
- US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
- US District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- US District Court for the Northern District of Florida
- US District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Thought Leadership
Press Releases
- 102 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch™, Aug 21, 2025
- 105 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 15, 2024
- 101 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 17, 2023
Interests
Stephanie enjoys summer trips to the Blue Ridge Mountains and cheering on the Florida State Seminoles.
Community/Civic Activities
Dedicated to serving her local community, Stephanie frequently volunteers with Broward County Legal Aid.
Thought Leadership
Press Releases
- 102 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch™, Aug 21, 2025
- 105 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 15, 2024
- 101 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 17, 2023
Stephanie's Insights

Press Release
Aug 21, 2025
102 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch™

Press Release
Aug 15, 2024
105 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch

Press Release
Aug 17, 2023
101 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch
