I have practiced law for over 31 years, and have concentrated on Family Law since 1998, when I opened my first law firm.
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Acquired: 1993
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110 E Franklin St, PO Box 159, Monroe, NC, 28111-0159
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Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I would not recommend Donna. It just never felt like she was advocating for me. It's not that she doesn't know the law, she does, I just don't think she understands people, especially people going through a divorce. On more than one occasion she gave me ultimatums and threatened to leave my case if ...
I am not sure who wrote this review, but I do not give my client's ultimatums. I provide legal advice and guidance, and always respect my clients. I wish you the best.
Posted by Steve | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
As a seasoned trial lawyer, I needed help when my ex-wife (a former trial lawyer) filed for divorce. Although Donna Stepp came highly recommended, she far exceeded my lofty expectations. Donna's advice was clear, direct, and extremely valuable. She is analytic, efficient, and responsive. Her courtr...
Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2015
Ms. Stepp came recommended to me by another law firm and has lived up to her reputation as being great for standing up for people's rights!
Posted by Jean | January 28, 2015
Donna Stepp has been our family attorney for many years. She is very professional but is also very compassionate with her clients . She discussed my case with me in depth and has always answered my questions honestly. Ms. Stepp has never sugar coated her words instead she explained the law and how ...
Posted by Christina | January 23, 2015
Donna B. Stepp knowledge of the Law saved my son and I. Her quick action and support of her staff won my case and gave me my life back. With her you are not just a number. Ms. Stepp continues to represent my son and I.
"I am impressed with Ms. Stepp's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. She has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Donna has a great deal of experience in family law and strives to be a zealous advocate for her clients."
"I have known Donna for close to 20 years and in that time I have seen few other attorneys display the raw talent, dedication, and compassion that Donna brings to her work as a family law attorney. In court, I have always known her to be a well prepared and zealous advocate for her clients for whom I have seen her obtain excellent results. She is without a doubt one of the best family law attorneys around and I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for an excellent family law attorney."
"Donna has been a fixture in practice since I came to Union County since 1998. I have worked with her and against her for the bulk of my practice and find her to be a well prepared and tenacious advocate. She also understands the value and quality of a case. If the case needs a trial, she can do it ... if it needs to be settled, she can do that as well. I endorse this lawyer."
"Donna is an excellent Domestic and Family Law Lawyer. She is intelligent, effective, hard working, aggressive when she needs to be, and puts her client's needs above all. I highly recommend Donna."
"I have known Ms. Stepp for nearly a decade. She is a fierce advocate for her clients while maintaining a cordial and professional relationship with counsel. By doing so she is able to secure the best possible outcome for her clients. I very highly endorse this lawyer."
"Donna is a great attorney who is a strong advocate for her clients. She is a tenacious litigator, and I would recommend her as a family law attorney to anyone in need of representation or guidance."
"If you have a complex family law issue and need a tenacious advocate, Donna Stepp is your attorney. Donna is respected and revered across the State by her colleagues and has been a certified family law specialist for over a decade. Without any hesitation, I endorse Donna Stepp."
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2014
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2014
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2013
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2013
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2012
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2012
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2011
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2011
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2010
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2010
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2009
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2009
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2008
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2008
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2007
Certified Family Law Specialist, NC Bar Association
2007
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2006
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2005
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubble
2014 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Stepp Law Group, PLLC
2008 - 2014
Owner, Stepp Lehnhardt Law Group, PC
1998 - 2008
Owner, Law Office of Donna B. Stepp
1994 - 1998
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
1993 - 1994
Attorney, James Toms and Associates
1993 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association
1993 - Present
North Carolina State Bar
1990 - Present
Delta Legal Fraternity
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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