Stephen P. Karns

Stephen P. Karns

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 34% Military Law
  • 33% Criminal Defense
  • 33% DUI / DWI

Fees and Payment Types

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Fought for my rights”

Posted by: Corey, 18 days ago.

Client Review: I hired Mr. Karns after my first sergeant told me it would be a waste of money to hire my own lawyer and that he would not be able to do anything for... more
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5 star rating

“Miracle Worker”

Posted by: William, 21 days ago.

Client Review: I got stopped by the MPs at the gate because they said they smelled alcohol coming from my car. They gave me sobriety tests and a breathalyzer which... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

17 endorsements


Eric Lynn Mayer

Steve and I worked together on many cases. He is the epitome' of a team player and competent/ethical lawyer. Too often in military cases, rifts... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Eric Mayer , 7 months ago
Stephen Scot Sikes

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Stephen Sikes , Columbus (GA), 7 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

19 years since Stephen P. Karns was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1994 03/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Law Office of Stephen P. Karns 1998–present
Senior Defense Counsel at US JAG Corps Reserves 2002–2005
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Judge Advocate General's School, U.S. Army 1995
St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1994
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Readers Voice Best Criminal Defense Attorney Dallas Voice 2010
Readers Voice Best Criminal Defense Attorney Dallas Voice 2009
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
State Bar of Texas 1994–present
Member Dallas Bar Association
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Portfolio

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Practice in Military Courts Pre-law Society 2004
Practice in Military Courts Expanding Opportunities for Women in the Bar 2003