About Us
W. Trent Steele
Trent Steele is more than legal counsel; he is a dedicated ally and a strategic resource for those who value foresight over simple transactions. Known for his sound judgment and compassionate wisdom, Trent looks beyond the immediate paperwork to evaluate the long-term implications of every decision. By providing the tools to anticipate and avoid future hurdles, he ensures his clients are protected today and positioned for success tomorrow.
As founder of Steele Law, Trent has been a resident of South Florida since 1960. Mr. Steele graduated from the University of Miami School of Law with honors in 1982 after graduating from the University of Florida with a bachelor of arts degree. He has been practicing law for over forty years, and his commitment to the community includes extensive philanthropic endeavors, supporting numerous charitable and civic causes each year. The professionals at Steele Law make it their mission to provide these skilled services with dedication and responsiveness to our clients and the community.
Trent Steele has achieved the highest peer-reviewed honor in the legal profession: the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating. This award signifies that the attorney has achieved the highest levels of ethical standards and legal competence.
Giving Back
Attorney W. Trent Steele is actively involved in the community and has served as an officer, board member or member of various business, professional, charitable, and educational organizations, including the Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie County Bar Associations; Dunbar Early Learning Center Board of Directors, 2006-2021; Banner Lake Club Board of Directors 2021-2026, Town of Jupiter Island Local Planning Agency, 2015-2026; Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors, 2009-2013; VSA Arts of Florida, 1992-2003; Florida Stage, 1994-2000; Town of Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board, 1994-1996.
As President of the Board of FoundCare from 2004-2012, Trent Steele dedicated himself to meeting the healthcare needs of the medically underserved and uninsured residents of Palm Beach County. Under Steele’s leadership, FoundCare established the first-of-its-kind healthcare facility in West Palm Beach to address these issues and provide adult and pediatric care, a pharmacy, dental center, and wellness center all under one roof. https://foundcare.org/
Mr. Steele’s commitment to the community has been recognized by the following organizations: FoundCare, Lifetime Achievement Award, 2017; Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce, Pelican Award, 2015; American Institute for Public Service, Jefferson Award-Palm Beach/Martin County, 2007; CAP of Palm Beach County, Inc., Lifetime Achievement Award, 2006; Community Service Award, 2001; Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, W. Peter Burns Memorial Award, 1993; and the Cultural and Civic Activities Committee Award, 1991.