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I practice primarliy in criminal law cases and I have tried cases for manslaughter, for which I obtained a NOT GUILTY verdict, all the way to Class C possession cases. My primary focus and a majority of my cases are within the DFW Metroplex, including Tarrant, Dallas and Collin counites. Starr & Associates, P.C. offices are located in Plano, Dallas, McKinney, and Frisco, Texas I have been licensed to practice law for 17 years.
Please contact the law firm of Starr & Associates, P.C. if you would like us to review your case and/or obtain a consultation.
24 + Years Licensed Bail Bondsman & Criminal Defense Trial Attorney. Free Consultation: (214) 239-2617
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Sex Crime
80%
Domestic Violence
10%
Criminal Defense
5%
DUI and DWI
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2021 2020
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2014
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 28 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Starr Law, P.C.
5900 Lake Forest Dr., Ste 200, Mckinney, TX, 75070
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6136 Frisco Square Blvd., Suite 600, Frisco, TX, 75034
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Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Kent Starr great Attorney!
I highly recommend Kent Starr as your attorney of choice. He is direct and honest, means what he says. Very experienced and confident in knowing what best for his clients. Excellent professional attorney. He made me feel confident and comfortable during my stressful circumstance. Kent Starr kept me c...
Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Trust Kent Starr
Kent Starr is an exceptional attorney, who won't beat around the bush but tell you how it is. He gets his job done without sugarcoating and that is what makes him efficient and effective in his job. He knows what he is talking about. DUI case for a minor - dismissed. Nothing is more intimidating than...
Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional and Responsive Lawyer!
Mr. Kent Starr went to bat on my son case and got him a dismissal. My son has the rest of his life ahead of him, made one mistake, and can now go on past the incident as it will not follow him for the rest of his life. Thank you Mr. Starr. Your staff and yourself are very professional and provid...
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
BEST EVER
Mr. Starr is a true professional and expert at his craft! From the first phone call he was bluntly honest and on top of every detail within the hour. Morning or night, weekends and holidays Mr. Starr responded to my calls, emails and texts within minutes. His experience and knowledge of the court sys...
Posted by Margie Ree | November 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best attorney ever.
P. Chambers. Kent Starr.is the attorney you want,amazing and caring,reassuring and confident. He treat you with respect.If you need to talk you can easily reach him. He give you his private number.Kent Starr will fight for you to the very end. He's right there all the way.I don't know how to thank hi...
Kent Wade Starr's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Great attorney. Very knowledgeable about the law and never afraid to fight for the absolute best outcome. I highly recommend this attorney."
"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."
"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!"
"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."
"I endorse Kent Starr. He is a very knowledgeable attorney who is able to get favorable results for his clients."
"Kent is a good trial attorney, not afraid to take on the State and fight for his clients."
"Excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable. He knows how to win the tough cases."
"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."
"Kent Starr is a great criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Kent. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 CommitteeTrial 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
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Kent earned significant contribution points in 2014.
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Q&A
If I am granted differed adjudication, once I complete probation can I get it off my record completely? Is that expunging?
12 Mar 2014
Q&A
Deferred Adjudication on ASLT FAM/HOUSE MEM IMPED BRTH/ LEVEL F3. Any way to expunge or " "seal" record?
10 Mar 2014
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Probation Possible for 2 felony Charges if first time offender? Theft 20k-100k (admission of guilt) Poss cs 1 4g-200g
10 Mar 2014