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Stephen D. Koehler
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About Stephen
Biography
Stephen David Koehler earned his Bachelor of Science in English and Computer Science degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1987 and his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1991. Mr. Koehler joined the firm in 2012 after owning his own firm since 1999. Mr. Koehler is admitted to practice in the State Courts of North Carolina, and in North Carolina's Middle and Western United States District Courts.
Mr. Koehler has handled and tried cases in almost every area of business and tort litigation. Mr. Koehler has handled major cases involving General Civil Litigation including Contract Disputes, Construction Law, Collections, Commercial Landlord-Tenant conflicts, Appellate Practice Employment Law, Wage and Hour Act, Trade Secret and Non-Compete Disputes, Consumer Fraud, Personal Injury, Condemnation and Zoning Disputes, Products Liability, Criminal Defense, Automobile Negligence and Premises Liability as well as Workers Compensation. He is a Court-certified Mediator and Arbitrator.
An active trial attorney, Mr. Koehler tried four cases to jury verdict in 2011, winning each one for his clients. He has successfully argued landmark cases before the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the North Carolina Industrial Commission.
Mr. Koehler is an active member of the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, The North Carolina Bar Association, the Mecklenburg Bar and the North Carolina State Bar.
When not practicing law, Mr. Koehler is a high school and college sports official, refereeing football, lacrosse, and volleyball. He lives in Waxhaw, North Carolina with his wife of 29 years, and three sons.
Stephen D. Koehler, Partner at BridgehouseLaw. Experienced Trial Attorney.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Litigation
60%
34 years
Landlord or Tenant
40%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
BridgehouseLaw
(980) 219-5299
Fax
112 South Tryon Street, Suite 1100, Charlotte, NC, 28284
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Posted by Kirk | March 25, 2014 | Real Estate
Attorney Stephen Koehler Stands Out in a Crowded Field
Steve was a tremendous help to me in negotiating a property contract when an easement issue came up and was also successful in helping me settle and resolve a breached contract. I have come to trust Steve with any legal situation I might find myself in and is the first attorney I go to when I have qu...
Posted by Martin | March 25, 2014 | Landlord & Tenant
Stephen Koehler
Steve has represented our Company for a number of years in a variety of legal matters in NC. Most recently he worked on a landlord/tenant dispute directly with me. In this matter Steve did a great job both understanding the facts and positioning our arguments to reach a favorable resolution.
Posted by David | March 25, 2014 | Land Use & Zoning
Direct, Responsive and Precise - found it.
My company found Stephen Koehler and his firm 26 miles south of our Huntersville location because of his quick responsiveness. We have an easement / land use situation and Mr. Koehler assessed and aided my company's cause. As my businesses continue to grow and diversify I look forward to Stephen's ...
Posted by Eugene | March 24, 2014
Very Efficient and Professional!
My experience with the office of Stephen Koehler was extremely satisfactory. I received the best professional service and legal advise that a client can imagine and hope for. Mr. Stephen Koehler is very professional, helpful, straight forwarded, trustworthy and very responsive. He did an excellent jo...
Posted by chris | March 24, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Excellent attorney
Used Stephen in a case against a former employer to recoup back wages as well as expense monies that i was out while employed there. Stephen was diligent in getting all monies due as well as attorney fees and other monies due under NC law. I would highly recommend for business/ employee law matters
Stephen D. Koehler's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent litigation attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer, He is caring and knowledgeable"
"I endorse this lawyer. Very sharp."
"Steve Koehler has been a well-respected attorney in the Charlotte community for years. His is known as an honest, diligent and hard-working advocate on behalf of his clients. As a fellow attorney in the community, I strongly endorse Steve Koehler."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve represented an individual shareholder in a case where I represented the company. The case involved much negotiation to reach a mutually acceptable solution and Steve was professional and courtesy throughout the process."
"I endorse Steve Koehler - he is an excellent attorney to work with."
"Steve is excellent in construction law. He really does a good job for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve has helped a number of my clients obtain jury awards which far outweighed the offer by the insurance carrier. I would recommend Mr. Koehler to any of my family or friends in need of an injury lawyer."
"I endorse Stephen. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
20 Years of Service, Metrolina Football Officials Association
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Partner, BridgehouseLaw
2010 - Present
Owner, Koehler & Associates
2001 - 2010
Partner, Koehler & Cordes, PLLC
1999 - 2001
Owner, Stephen D. Koehler, P.A.
1996 - 1999
Associate, Odom & Groves, PC
1993 - 1996
Associate, Ruff Bond Cobb Wade & McNair
1991 - 1993
Associate, Hedrick, Eatman, Gardner & Kincheloe
Associations
2012 - Present
Union County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Metrolina Football Officials AssociationTreasurer
1991 - Present
Mecklenburg County BarMember
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Member
North Carolina Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Landmark Landlord / Tenant Law
Victory at trial and appeal
Education
1991
Wake Forest University School of Law
Juris Doctor
1987
State University of New York, Stony Brook
BS - Computer Science, BA- English
Languages
English
German
Activity
Legal Answers