Kent Wade Starr

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Kent Wade Starr

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 28 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Mckinney, TX
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

5900 Lake Forest Dr., Ste 200, Mckinney, TX

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About Kent

Biography

24 + Years Licensed Bail Bondsman & Criminal Defense Trial Attorney. Free Consultation: (214) 239-2617

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 80%

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Domestic Violence 10%

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Criminal Defense 5%

During the calendar year 2013, I have already tried 5 criminal cases to jury trial. I have tried cases all the way from manslaughter, indecency, burglary, robbery to DWI.

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DUI and DWI 5%

I have tried numerous DWI's throughout the state of Texas in Tarrant, Dallas, Collin, Wise, Grayson and numerous other counties

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2020
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Starr Law, P.C.

5900 Lake Forest Dr., Ste 200, Mckinney, TX, 75070

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Starr Law, P.C.

6136 Frisco Square Blvd., Suite 600, Frisco, TX, 75034

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Kent Wade Starr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

132 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Violent Crime

Posted by Edgar | July 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Great Lawyer

Kent Starr is a great lawyer that helped me out with my assault charge. He is very persistent and easy to talk to and makes sure you are happy with the results. I highly recommend

Posted by Chris | October 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Job more than well done.

Kent Starr went to bat for me with 5 felonies and a brand new assault charge with never a plea- bargain. Set up for trial, and on pre-trial day Kent Starr never quit bargaining for a resolution to avoid trial altogether. That is what Kent Starr did, went in and got me time served on pre-trial day and... if that is not good lawyering with a criminal record like mine then I don't know what is. If you are looking and needing a 5 star attorney, then look no farther and hire Kent Starr.

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Assault with Deadly Weapon 2nd degree 2015

Mr.Kent I could write a book about our experience. I was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon 2nd degree. Mr. Kent is straight forward very blunt. So if you wear your emotions on your sleeve that’s your fault. He gets the job done. From start to finish. He expects you to be on time fo...r court tardy is unacceptable. I love that man my case got dismissed and I was still able to raise my 5 kids.

Posted by Tiffnye | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Starr Law Firm

I was facing ten years in the penitentiary for Aggravated Kidnapping with a $250,000.00, after another lawyer took my money and left me in jail. I called Mr. Starr and he got me released from jail and my case dismissed. He is a man of is word and the one to trust.I would call him or recommend him any...time. Thanks, Mr. Starr

Posted by Pedro | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Kent W. Starr

Well this lawyer help through my toughest charges Robbery and burglary of habitation /intend to commit a felony with a few misdemeanors burglary of vechicle. I was looking at 45 yrs tdcj he dropped it all the way to 5 yrs . By this time all my others charges where being dismissed just the burglary o...f habitation/intend to commit felony I had to plead witch is 5 to 99 yrs first degree felony . I'll say this lawyer will fight to the end to make sure there is a good outcome . I happy and grateful for my choice of hiring him .

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Fini Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Undoubtedly, the best criminal defense attorney in the North Texas area. Fights hard for his clients. He is not afraid to try cases. Lots of trial experience. Responsive to clients, easy to work with and the clients love him. I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Freiner

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney. Very knowledgeable about the law and never afraid to fight for the absolute best outcome. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Abdo Dakkouch

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant laweyer that never sleeps. This attorney is proactive and a tireless advocate. I highly recommend him for any legal matter."

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Stephanie Milliron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kent is a brilliant, driven attorney who loves to fight it out in the courtroom and never quits. His clients are lucky to have him on their side!"

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Jennifer Edmondson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kent Starr is an amazing criminal defense attorney. He is extremely intelligent, detail oriented, dedicated, and passionate about his work overall as well as each case he takes. Kent is not afraid to take on the toughest of cases and ends up obtaining excellent results for his clients."

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Sarah Morris

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kent Starr. He is a very knowledgeable attorney who is able to get favorable results for his clients."

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Robert Guest

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kent is a good trial attorney, not afraid to take on the State and fight for his clients."

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Tanya Walker

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable. He knows how to win the tough cases."

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William Edmondson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If I was ever in need of a criminal attorney I would hire Kent Starr without hesitation. He fights for his clients and he gets them results. I give him my full endorsement."

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Clayton Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kent Starr is a great criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kent. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Stephen Hamer

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was opposing counsel to Kent Starr. Not only was he clearly experienced and knowledgeable, he was professional at all times. I give Attorney Kent Starr my full endorsement."

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Christopher Migliaccio

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Goyen

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Kent Starr well over 10 years now. Kent Starr is a hard working, smart, tough criminal defense attorney. He does a great job defending the rights of his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him as an attorney to anyone looking for representation."

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Michael Goolsby

Unknown lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Kent on several legal cases. He has always done a great job. He is a lawyer that has integrity and truly cares about doing the best job that can be done for his clients."

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Abdo Dakkouch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sarah Morris

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tanya Walker

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Clayton Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Angel Mata

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Hamer

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Most Active Criminal Trial Lawyer, Trial Lawyers Award

2012

Orator Award, Criminal Law Trial Lawyers

2003

Attorney of Year, BCJLO

Work Experience

2001 - Present

President, Starr Law, P.C.

2000 - 2001

Attorney, Jenkins & Gilchrist

1999 - 2000

Attorney, Boswell & Kober Law Firm

1997 - 1999

Attorney, Arthur Anderson, LLP

1995 - 1996

Law Clerk, Supreme Court of the Navajo Nation

1994 - 1995

Judicial Law Clerk, Supreme Court of Arkansas

Associations

2003 - Present

Criminal Law Committee

Trial Lawyers

Plano Bar Association

Collin County Bar Association

Dallas County Bar Association

Tarrant County Bar Association

Education

1998

University of Denver

LL.M - Master of Laws in Taxation

1996

University of Arkansas: Little Rock

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

East Texas State University

BBA

1990

Paris Junior College

Business

Speaking Engagements

2011

Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Picking a Jury

2010

North Texas Association of Criminal Lawyers

Trying Sex Crimes in Texas

2009

Trial Lawyers Assocation

Trying a Credit Card Abuse Case

Publications

2011

Press Release Insurance Claim Problem in Texas

2010

Criminal Law Chronicle Voir Dire in Texas

Languages

English

Spanish

Portuguese

Activity

Top Contributor

Kent earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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