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Steven Pate Harrelson
also known as Steve Harrelson
About Steven
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-300 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Louisiana for 22 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arkansas for 25 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Mississippi for 5 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 23 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Harrelson Law Firm, P.A.
1321 Scott St., Little Rock, AR, 72202-5051
Law Offices of Steven Pate Harrelson
300 State Line Ave, Texarkana, AR, 71854
Harrelson Law Firm
333 Texas Street, Ste. 1300a, Shreveport, LA, 71101
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Steven Pate Harrelson's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He abandoned my case without notice
I paid him the retainer fee and he abruptly abandoned my case. I thought he was handling things but my case is now showing a contempt order. He didn’t respond to any communication for months.
Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 David | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 ...
Steven Pate Harrelson's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Steve is an excellent attorney who takes care of his cases and cares about his clients."
"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."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2010
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
2009
First Branch Award, Arkansas Judicial Council
2009
Leadership Arkansas Graduate, Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce
2009
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2008
Humanitarian of the Year, Arkansas Education Association
2007
Legislator of the Year, Arkansas District Judges Council
2007
Award of Excellence, Texarkana Arkansas Fire Department
2007
Attorney of the Year, Texarkana Young Lawyers Association
2007
Leadership Texarkana Graduate, Texarkana Chamber of Commerce
2006
40 Under 40, Four States Living Magazine
2006
Lifetime Achievement Award, Texarkana NAACP
2006
Leadership Award, City of Texarkana, Arkansas
2005
Certificate of Merit, Texarkana Arkansas Police Department
2004
Guardian of Justice, Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Partner, Harrelson Law Firm, P.A.
2010 - 2012
Senator, Arkansas State Senate
2004 - 2010
Majority Leader, Arkansas House Of Representatives
Associations
2015 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationBar Examiner
2003 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeMember
2002 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2002 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
American Association for JusticeBoard Member, NLD
2000 - Present
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2000 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
Sample of 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
Jody Dixon v. Hines Trucking et al
Confidential
Vickie Bell et al v. Mine Safety Appliances et al
Confidential Settlement
In Re Pan Am Flight 103
Confidential Settlement
Michael Marsh et al v. Howard Memorial Hospital
Confidential Settlement
Clinton Scott et al v. HMNH, Inc.
Confidential
Clinton Scott et al v. HMNH, Inc.
Confidential
In Re Stan Yingling
Presidential Pardon
Education
2000
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1996
University of Arkansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
DeQueen Chamber of Commerce
How southwest Arkansas can strengthen its position
2010
Annual Convention CLE
Legislative Session Update CLE
2009
Texarkana Bar Association
Arkansas Legislative Update CLE
2009
Rotary Club
Growth in the Ark-La-Tex
2008
UALR Law Symposium
Legislative panel on emerging issues CLE
Publications
2016
Law Firm Blog
3 things not to do after a car accident
2016
2016
Law Firm Blog
What is uninsured coverage
2014
Arkansas Business
10 Election Takeaways
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What to do when you suspect foul play.
13 Feb 2018
Q&A
What can I do?
16 Dec 2017
Q&A
Can I use foul language when e-mailing a politician?
01 Feb 2017