Steven Harrelson - Lawyer in Little Rock, AR

Steven Pate Harrelson

Personal injury Attorney at Little Rock, AR

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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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Licensed for 22 years

State MS

Status Active

Acquired 2021

Updated 12/03/2022

State LA

Status Eligible to Practice Law

Acquired 2003

Updated 11/14/2022

State TX

Status Eligible to Practice in Texas

Acquired 2002

Updated 10/23/2022

State AR

Status Active

Acquired 2000

Updated 12/05/2022

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Harrelson Law Firm, P.A.

1321 Scott St.

Little Rock, AR, 72202-5051

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Steven Pate Harrelson

300 State Line Ave

Texarkana, AR, 71854

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Harrelson Law Firm

333 Texas Street

Ste. 1300a

Shreveport, LA, 71101

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12 customer reviews

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Posted by David | May 11, 2018

Super person and great lawyer

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.

Posted by Vincenza | April 11, 2017

More than meets the eye

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.

Posted by Sharice | April 3, 2017

The best

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.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2017

Prepared and responsive

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.

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2016

Detail-oriented and focused lawyer

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.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2016

Excellent!

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.

Posted by Matthew | December 6, 2016

Great Lawyer

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.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2016

Big Settlement

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.

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2014

Steve Harrelson is a Great Attorney!

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.

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Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2021

The worst

Do not use this guy all he does is ask you for money and do nothing but make everything worse for you. I wouldn’t hire him to service my dog. He didn’t turn in evidence, doesn’t answer the phone, lies to you and than doesn’t show up to anything.

Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2019

Do not use him

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.

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2016

Warning

Worst lawyer ever, in my opinion. Never returns calls, showed up at every court date late and unprepared and on top of that he loses. Paid this guy $10,000 and he wouldn't even file motions in a timely manner. It took Harrelson a year to file 1 simple jurisdiction motion which he never got before the judge. Then at the critical juncture of my case he threatened to quit if I didn't pay him more money. Felt like blackmail to me. He also threatened to quit when I asked for a status update on my case. He did eventually quit after a year of doing absolutely nothing on my case. I would really recommend using s different lawyer.He is one of the individuals directly responsible for this happening to my child

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Response from Steven Harrelson November 22, 2016

Due to the anonymous nature of the post I have no way of reaching you. I don’t believe you were a client, since our firm policy would be inconsistent with the allegation that a phone call wasn't returned the same day, but please give me a call and we can resolve the issue.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Harrelson Law Firm, P.A.
2002 - Present

Senator
Arkansas State Senate
2010 - 2012

Majority Leader
Arkansas House Of Representatives
2004 - 2010

Education

University of Arkansas - Little Rock
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2000

University of Arkansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1996

Legal Cases

Steve Cannon v. AECOM
Confidential

Deborah Widener et al v. Shirley School District
$50,000 settlement

Trish Steed v. Prescott School District
Plaintiff's Verdict

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Associations

Louisiana State Bar Association
Bar Examiner
2015 - Present

Louisiana Association for Justice
Member
2003 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2002 - Present

State Bar of Texas
Member
2002 - Present

American Bar Association
Member
2002 - Present

American Association for Justice
Board Member, NLD
2001 - Present

Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association
Board Member
2000 - Present

Arkansas Bar Association
Member
2000 - Present

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Languages Spoken

English

French

Honors and Awards

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2011

Breath of Life Award
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
2010

Friend of AARP
AARP
2010

Legislator of the Year
Arkansas Circuit Clerks Association
2010

Advocate of Justice
Arkansas Prosecuting Attorneys Association
2010

First Branch Award
Arkansas Judicial Council
2009

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2009

Leadership Arkansas Graduate
Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce
2009

Humanitarian of the Year
Arkansas Education Association
2008

Legislator of the Year
Arkansas District Judges Council
2007

Attorney of the Year
Texarkana Young Lawyers Association
2007

Award of Excellence
Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department
2007

Leadership Texarkana Graduate
Texarkana Chamber of Commerce
2007

Lifetime Achievement Award
Texarkana NAACP
2006

Leadership Award
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
2006

40 Under 40
Four States Living Magazine
2006

Certificate of Merit
Texarkana Arkansas Police Department
2005

Guardian of Justice
Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association
2004

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Publications

Law Firm Blog
What is a subrogation claim and how will it affect my settlement?
2016

Law Firm Blog
What is uninsured coverage
2016

Arkansas Business
10 Election Takeaways
2014

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Speaking Engagements

DeQueen Chamber of Commerce
How southwest Arkansas can strengthen its position
2011

Annual Convention CLE
Legislative Session Update CLE
2010

Rotary Club
Growth in the Ark-La-Tex
2009

Texarkana Bar Association
Arkansas Legislative Update CLE
2009

UALR Law Symposium
Legislative panel on emerging issues CLE
2008

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Attorney endorsements

Received (3)

Given (6)

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Gary Green

Personal injury Attorney | Nov 08
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 | Nov 22
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 | Nov 22
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."