Donna B. Stepp

Donna B. Stepp

4.6
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 32 years

Child custody Lawyer at Monroe, NC
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Alimony

110 E Franklin St, PO Box 159, Monroe, NC

About Donna

Biography

Practice Areas

4

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 32 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Stepp Law Group, PLLC

110 E Franklin St, PO Box 159, Monroe, NC, 28111-0159

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Donna B. Stepp's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gives you Ultimatums

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 just didn't do what she said. And I suppose getting a new lawyer was always an option, but when you have invested time and money into a divorce lawyer who knows your case during what is already an emotional time it is simply not an option to start over, so I simply gave up. In the end, it felt like she wasn't on my side. When you're going through a bad divorce you want to feel like the person you've hired actually wants you to win - for me it just never felt that way. She just made an already difficult situation that much worse. For these reasons, I would not recommend Donna as legal council for a divorce.

Donna Stepp

Replied last January 6, 2025

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nobody Does it Better

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...oom style was among the best I've ever seen. She's far more homework than histrionics. The judges respect her knowledge, skill, integrity, demeanor, and professionalism. She treats all people well, which is really important in the long run. Each member of Donna's staff reflects these wonderful qualities. The Stepp Law Group is a class organization. I will be forever grateful to each one of them! Following their advice saved me a lot of money and, more importantly, helped me preserve my relationships with my kids through along and painful process.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2015

Best person to represent me & my needs!

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 is an extraordinary attorney

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 ...it applied to my particular situation. She has the upmost integrity in and out of the courtroom. Donna Stepp has represented our family many times concerning child custody.. We never left the courtroom disappointed with Ms. Stepp . She was confident, caring and most of all respectful of all involved. Most of all Donna's clients /children involved are her priority. Ms. Stepp's staff is very professional, courteous and dedicated as well. Phone calls are always returned and questions answered. Donna's legal service is invaluable my family, public and our community. Donna Stepp is a legal jewel and very much appreciated and recognized for her dedication and hard work.

Posted by Christina | January 23, 2015

Outstanding knowledge of the Law

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.

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Donna B. Stepp's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Rebecca Robison

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Penelope Hefner

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked for 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."

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Bobby Khan

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Allison Khan

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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William Goldfarb

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Anna Goodwin

Child custody lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Robin Lalley

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked for 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."

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Zachary Cohen

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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Penelope Hefner

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

1993 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

1993 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

1990 - Present

Delta Legal Fraternity

Education

1993

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

George Mason University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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