Stephen Carl practices civil litigation, focusing primarily on family law cases. Stephen graduated, cum laude, from Baylor Law School with a special distinction in family law and as an editor for the Baylor Law Review. Stephen is also a former foster parent and has adopted four children from the child welfare system. His experience as a foster parent, adoptive parent, CASA volunteer, and attorney combine to provide him with a unique perspective and keen insight into child welfare litigation. Before beginning his legal career, Stephen served for eight years as a MEDEVAC pilot and MEDEVAC Platoon Leader for the U.S. Army. Stephen’s military training and experiences, coupled with his legal education, have provided him with invaluable skills in problem solving, high-conflict litigation, mediation, and interpersonal relationships. Stephen is passionate about working with people to help solve their complex problems.
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400 Austin Ave Ste 800, Waco, TX, 76701
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Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Stalled in “the legal process?”
If you feel like you’re spinning your wheels going nowhere - you are right!! After 30 years of hiring, what I believed, were the “best” attorneys in Waco, I can confidently say that no one compares to Stephen - he is sharp honest and truly exceptional. While many attorneys will take your money and ov...
Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Compassionate and Competent
Stephen is a fantastic attorney. He truly cares about his clients needs and exhibits excellence in everything he does. I’m so thankful for his help in adopting our boys. He was incredibly easy to work with and very responsive. I highly recommend him!
Posted by Douglas | October 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Confident, Capable, and Truly Dedicated
I had an exceptional experience working with Stephen Carl during my divorce. He remained calm, patient, and supportive through a very emotional and difficult situation. He took the time to listen and understand what mattered most to me, and his guidance was always thoughtful and grounded in deep know...
Posted by Jake | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Honest, Empathetic, and Professional Support
After my first meeting with him, I knew I could trust Stephen implicitly - he is a former Army officer, true Texan, good family man, and upstanding member of the community. He was always 100% honest with me, so I knew what to expect during my divorce. His empathy and friendliness helped me make it ...
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Simply the Best — Honest, Caring, and Incredible in Court!
Stephen is an outstanding family law attorney with exceptional professionalism, compassion, and skill. He took the time to explain every step of the process, always answered my questions thoroughly, and made sure I felt informed and supported. He’s wonderful with children and genuinely cares about th...
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2026
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2017
Tillman Scholar, Pat Tillman Foundation
2019 - Present
Attorney, Naman Howell Smith & Lee
2009 - 2017
Aviation Officer, U.S. Army
2020 - Present
McLennan County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Judge Abner V. McCall Inn of CourtsMember
2020 - Present
Texas A&M Bar AssociationMember
Successfully defended appeal.
Successfully obtained reversal of trial court's ruling.
Successfully obtained reversal of trial court's erroneous ruling.
Successfully obtained a reversal of a trial court's erroneous ruling.
Successfully defended the divorce court's property division.
2019
2009
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
English
Legal Answers
Great grand son whom we have custody of have lived with us since birth. would like to know haw to get him adopted with on our
23 Oct 2025
Is it frowned upon in the judge's eyes to text my child about their events?
23 Oct 2025
Trying to figure out what the 1,3,5 weekend looks like in November
25 Oct 2025