ShuffieldLowman Partners Stephanie L. Cook, Julia D. Dennis and Heidi W. Isenhart Recognized Among Florida Trend's 2026 Notable Women Leaders in Law
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - Nov. 2, 2026 – ShuffieldLowman is proud to announce that partners Stephanie L. Cook, Julia D. Dennis and Heidi W. Isenhart have been selected for Florida Trend Magazine's 2026 Notable Women Leaders in Law recognition, honoring accomplished women whose leadership, expertise and community involvement are helping shape Florida's business and professional landscape.
The 2026 Notable Women Leaders in Law recognition celebrates women who have distinguished themselves through professional achievement, leadership and service, while inspiring the next generation of leaders in their respective fields.
Stephanie L. Cook is a partner in the firm's litigation practice and focuses on fiduciary litigation, including probate and trust disputes, contested guardianship matters and cases involving the protection of vulnerable adults. Known for her extensive experience in complex family and financial conflicts, Cook is widely respected for her advocacy in trust, probate and guardianship litigation and serves in numerous leadership roles within The Florida Bar's Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section.
Julia D. Dennis is a partner whose practice centers on mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, securities law matters and intellectual property and technology transactions. She advises founder-led businesses, family-owned companies, public companies and private-equity-backed organizations on strategic growth initiatives, acquisitions, recapitalizations and commercial agreements. Dennis is recognized for helping clients navigate sophisticated business transactions while delivering practical, business-focused legal counsel.
Heidi W. Isenhart is an award-winning elder law attorney whose practice includes guardianship, probate and trust administration, estate planning, Medicaid planning and special needs trusts. For decades, she has advocated for seniors, individuals with disabilities and vulnerable populations, helping families navigate complex legal and care-planning decisions. In addition to her legal work, Isenhart is a respected community leader and educator dedicated to advancing elder law and guardianship practice throughout Florida.
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ShuffieldLowman’s five offices are in Orlando, DeLand, Port Orange, Tavares* and Lake Nona*. The firm is a 55-attorney, full-service law firm practicing in the areas of estate planning, litigation, real estate and corporate law. Specific areas include estate planning and probate, guardianship and elder law, commercial and civil litigation, fiduciary litigation, labor and employment, tax law, securities, mergers and acquisitions, construction law, intellectual property, planning for families with closely held businesses, tax controversy – federal and state, nonprofit organization law, banking and finance, land use and government law, association law, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, and mediation.
*By Appointment Only