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Steven Pate Harrelson

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About Steven

Why did I become a lawyer? I chose law with the intent to bring justice to a broken world, to vindicate the rights of the weak, vulnerable and oppressed, and to confirm that justice is blind, ensuring equality to all people.  To me, the law is a calling because I approach it as a way of serving others.

I'm proud to be a veteran trial lawyer with offices in Little Rock and Texarkana.  I am licensed to practice law in Arkansas, Lousiana, and Texas.  

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Practice areas

Car accidentChild custodyDivorce and separationPersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 25%

  2. Divorce and separation: 25%

  3. Child custody: 25%

  4. Car accident: 25%

Languages spoken

English, French

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Contact

Harrelson Law Firm, P.A.

1321 Scott St.
Little Rock, AR, 72202-5051

300 State Line Ave
Texarkana, AR, 71854

Harrelson Law Firm

333 Texas Street
Ste. 1300a
Shreveport, LA, 71101

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MSActive202109/14/2021
LAEligible to Practice Law200307/24/2021
TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200208/23/2021
ARActive200009/07/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers170
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuperLawyers2011
Breath of Life AwardCystic Fibrosis Foundation2010
Friend of AARPAARP2010
Legislator of the YearArkansas Circuit Clerks Association2010
Advocate of JusticeArkansas Prosecuting Attorneys Association2010
First Branch AwardArkansas Judicial Council2009
Leadership Arkansas GraduateArkansas State Chamber of Commerce2009
Rising StarSuperLawyers2009
Humanitarian of the YearArkansas Education Association2008
Legislator of the YearArkansas District Judges Council2007
Award of ExcellenceTexarkana Arkansas Fire Department2007
Attorney of the YearTexarkana Young Lawyers Association2007
Leadership Texarkana GraduateTexarkana Chamber of Commerce2007
40 Under 40Four States Living Magazine2006
Lifetime Achievement AwardTexarkana NAACP2006
Leadership AwardCity of Texarkana, Arkansas2006
Certificate of MeritTexarkana Arkansas Police Department2005
Guardian of JusticeArkansas Trial Lawyers Association2004
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerHarrelson Law Firm, P.A.2002 - Present
SenatorArkansas State Senate2010 - 2012
Majority LeaderArkansas House Of Representatives2004 - 2010
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Louisiana State Bar AssociationBar Examiner2015 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeMember2003 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2002 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember2002 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2002 - Present
American Association for JusticeBoard Member, NLD2001 - Present
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard Member2000 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember2000 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Law Firm Blog3 things not to do after a car accident2016
Law Firm BlogWhat is a subrogation claim and how will it affect my settlement?2016
Law Firm BlogWhat is uninsured coverage2016
Arkansas Business10 Election Takeaways2014
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Arkansas - Little RockDoctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)2000
University of ArkansasBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
DeQueen Chamber of CommerceHow southwest Arkansas can strengthen its position2011
Annual Convention CLELegislative Session Update CLE2010
Rotary ClubGrowth in the Ark-La-Tex2009
Texarkana Bar AssociationArkansas Legislative Update CLE2009
UALR Law SymposiumLegislative panel on emerging issues CLE2008
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Steve Cannon v. AECOMConfidential
Deborah Widener et al v. Shirley School District$50,000 settlement
Trish Steed v. Prescott School DistrictPlaintiff's Verdict
Jody Dixon v. Hines Trucking et alConfidential
Vickie Bell et al v. Mine Safety Appliances et alConfidential Settlement
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Reviews

(11)
5 Star
82%
4 Star
0%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
18%
Review Steven Harrelson

Super person and great lawyer

Posted by

When I hired Steve Harrelson, I feel like I hired someone to really look after me. Since our case concluded successfully, he has stayed in contact with me to make sure I'm doing okay.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

More than meets the eye

Posted by

Attorney Steven Harrelson is humble to say the least. Not only is he a great attorney, he was the House Majority Leader, former Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and former Arkansas Senator. I was involved in a child custody case and Steven did more than expected to make sure I retained sole custody of my daughter.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

The best

Posted by

Was in a bad car accident, out of work for six months. Mr. Harrelson helped me get compensated for my injuries and helped me get my life back on track.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Prepared and responsive

Posted by

Steve lways responded to every email, text, and phone call I made to him. In our two court appearances, he was overprepared, and he was great on his feet. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone in need.
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Hired attorney

Detail-oriented and focused lawyer

Posted by

When we first sat down with Steve, he helped us create a plan, and he stuck with the plan until the case was over. He sent us updates and called when something important came up. We are glad we hired him and will again if the need ever arises.
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Hired attorney

Excellent!

Posted by

Steve did a great job for our son on his case. He kept us informed, stayed on top of the case, and he went above and beyond. We heard he was the go to lawyer, and we are glad that we hired him.
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Hired attorney

Great Lawyer

Posted by

Steve handled my insurance claim for injury for me, and this lawyer cares. He put the pressure on and kept it on until the case settled. I will hire him again if I ever need to.
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Hired attorney

Big Settlement

Posted by

Steve got on my case right after I hired him and did not let up until we got it settled. He worked hard, and I was glad to have him on my side.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Steve Harrelson is a Great Attorney!

Posted by

Steve gave me his best thoughts on my case and his ability to win for me in a court of law. He listened to my suggestions and my questions and offered answers in a concise and clear manner. I was almost always successful in reaching him by phone or fax to discuss legal areas that I did not understand. Steve was patient, compassionate and competent. In the court room he was effective and articulate in explaining my case to the jurors. Under cross examination of the state's witnesses, he was particularly good in getting the answers that he needed. I was happy with the outcome and with his handling of my case.

Do not use him

Posted by

He led me on for months telling me he had filed my case with the court. Couldn't ever get him to send me proof that he filed it, so I checked with the court and my case is no where to be found. He wasted time that I did not have.
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Attorney endorsements

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Gary Green, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I've known Steve for 16 years. We hail from the same town. He comes from a good family, is competent, compassionate, and connected.

Stefan McBride, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 22, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Steve is an excellent attorney who takes care of his cases and cares about his clients.

Jeffrey Harrelson, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 22, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I gladly give Steve my highest endorsement, not for the fact that he is my brother and law partner, but solely because he is an exceptional trial lawyer who gets excellent results for his clients in every type of case.

Stefan McBride, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 22, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Steve is an excellent attorney who takes care of his cases and cares about his clients.

Gary Green, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I've known Steve for 16 years. We hail from the same town. He comes from a good family, is competent, compassionate, and connected.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$300-$300/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
    60 minutes
OTHER BILLING TYPES
  • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
    33%-40%
PAYMENT METHODS

Cash, Check, Credit Card