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R. Stephen Ferrell
also known as Steve Ferrell, R Stephen Ferrell
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Biography
I'm a trial lawyer with over 34 years of trial experience. I represent families, individuals and small businesses who have been harmed by the wrongful conduct of others. I frequently sue insurance companies and large corporations. I represent accident and fire victims, widows, orphans, policyholders, and people who have been harmed and who need my help.
I'm Double Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Spcialization in Civil Trial Law and Personal Injury Trial Law, and I have tried complex civil lawsuits for clients in urban and rural courthouses throughout the State of Texas. Clients know that when they hire me to represent them, they get experience, integrity and results.
I have handled serious injury cases involving amputations, brain damage, burns, and spinal cord injuries. I have also handled a wide range of complex insurance claims and lawsuits. Clients who hire me don’t have to worry about having their case handed off to an inexperienced associate, because I give each case I accept my personal attention.
Cases I have tried to verdict have involved Accidents caused by Drunk Drivers, Breach of Contract, Catastrophic Accidents, Construction Defects, Corporate Negligence, Drowning, Industrial Accidents, Insurance Bad Faith, Longshoremen, Premises Liability, Toxic Exposures, 18 Wheeler Trucking Accidents, Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Seizure of Assets, and other complex issues.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
40 years | 1,005 cases
Personal Injury
25%
40 years | 2,000 cases
Insurance
20%
40 years | 500 cases
Wrongful Death
20%
40 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
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Licensed in Texas for 40 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
The Ferrell Law Firm, P.C.
5005 Riverway Drive, Suite 450, Houston, TX, 77056
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R. Stephen Ferrell's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Robert Choleva | May 22, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Legal Help
I contacted Mr R. Stephen Ferrell for legal assistance, he gladly helped me and guided me to right direction. Very helpful and knowledgeable lawyer I highly recommend him.
Posted by Linda | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great awesome attorney
Mr Ferrell made my situation as simple as possible. He was very helpful and answered any questions throughout the process. His knowledge makes him a wonderful asset. I would use him again and recommend his services to everyone. He will fight for what's right for you.
Posted by Elizabeth Ann Smith | September 2, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Mr. Ferrell
Mr. Ferrell communicated with me over the course of a couple days. He ended up deciding that my case was not a good fit for him, but he was kind, professional, prompt, and knowledgeable. He asked a lot of questions and understood my case thoroughly before deciding that he wasn't able to take the case...
Posted by Janice | April 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Gets the job done!
Stephen Ferrell is awesome at his craft. He and his staff are courteous, reliable, and worked aggressively on our behalf to resolve our case. He's awesome!
Posted by Al-Bayati | October 3, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Auto insurance
This is one of the few good people/lawyers out there in Houston. I called him on a Friday night and left him a voice message on his cell phone and after 30 minutes he called. He provided me with the information that I needed over the phone and taught me how to deal with my insurance company and wheth...
R. Ferrell
Replied last October 5, 2015It is a pleasure to be of service. Helping people is what we do.
R. Stephen Ferrell's Lawyer Endorsements
"In the twenty + years that I have known Steve, I have found him to be a skilled, dedicated, reliable and hard-working advocate for his clients, particularly those who have been the victim of catastrophic, life-changing accidents. Steve is one lawyer you want on your side."
"I endorse Steve Ferrell. Steve is an superb trial attorney and well-respected in the legal community. Steve is an attorney you can trust to do an incredible job in court and negotiating for you too. You are in great hands with Steve. Steve consistently delivers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Ferrell is a top notch attorney and who is truly a gentleman with a passion for doing what is right by his clients."
"I knew Stephen in law school and have seen him at trial on several occasions. I endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Ferrell professionally for almost a decade, having worked on several matters together while he worked on the defense side of the docket, and his move to the plaintiff side is of no surprise. Having worked and learned the defense docket prior to making the move to assist victims makes him particularly suited to his current practice. He is efficient, intelligent, dedicated and talented; I strongly endorse him."
"After working for Steve at a litigation defense firm, I now get the opportunity to work with Steve representing Plaintiffs. I can honestly say it's the best professional relationship I have formed in my 11 years practicing law. Steve understands the complex issues of insurance law better than any lawyer I know. He is an experienced trial lawyer and knows exactly how to get the most money for clients. The first person I call when I need help on a case is Steve Ferrell. . because I want the best."
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James Sottile
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubble
2017
Five Year Recertification in CIVIL TRIAL LAW, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2017
AV Preeminent Rating for 2017, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Houston Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine
2016
5 year Recertification in Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2016
20 Consecutive Years AV Preeminent Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client's Choice, AVVO
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Houston Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine
2014
Named a top Houston Lawyer, Houstonia Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Seleted as one of Houston's Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2006
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Texas Super Lawyer,
2005
Texas Super Lawyer,
2005
Life Fellow, Houston Bar Foundation
2005
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Texas Super Lawyer,
2003
ABOTA ADVOCATE, American Board of Trial Advocates
1996
Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
1995
AV, Martindale-Hubbell
1992
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1991
Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Trial Lawyer and Owner, The Ferrell Law Firm, P.C.
2009 - 2010
Of Counsel, Doyle Raizner, LLP
2004 - 2008
Name Equity Shareholder and Director, Lyman, Twining, Weinberg & Ferrell, P.C.
2003 - 2004
Name Equity Shareholder and Director, Barker, Lyman, Twining, Weinberg & Ferrell, P.C.
1993 - 2003
Equity Shareholder, Giessel, Barker, & Lyman P.C.
1990 - 1992
Participating Associate, Giessel, Barker & Lyman, P.C.
1985 - 1989
Associate, Giessel, Stone, Barker & Lyman, P.C.
1984 - 1985
Law Clerk, Talbert, Giessel, Stone, Barker & Lyman, P.C.
Associations
2009 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Houston Trial Lawyers Associationmember
2007 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow
2004 - Present
Houston Bar FoundationLife Fellow
2003 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesAdvocate
2002 - Present
Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate SpecialistsMember
1985 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1985 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1997 - 2008
Defense Research InstituteMember
1993 - 2008
Texas Association of Defense CounselMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Alaniz v. Rebello Food & Beverage, L.L.C., 165 S.W.3d 7 (Tex. App.–Houston [14th Dist.] 2005, no pet.).
Summary Judgment granted in favor of client
GJR Management Holdings, L.P. v. Jack Raus, Ltd., 126 S.W.3d 257 (Tex. App.–San Antonio 2003, pet. denied).
Successful arbitration award defended on appeal
Pennsylvania Pulp & Paper Co. Inc. v. Nationwide Mut. Ins. Co., 100 S.W.3d 566 (Tex. App.–Houston [14th Dist.] 2003, pet. deni
Declaratory Judgment granted in favor of client
Cause # 17696, David Early v. Temple Industries, et al in the District Court of Jasper County, Texas
Jury Verdict for Ferrell's Client not appealed
Cause No. 1999-30668 Galen Richard and Elanda Richard et al v. Hollywood Entertainment Corp. DBA Hollywood Video
Case settled confidentially
Cause # 95-21981 David Smith and R.A. Smith Enterprises, Inc. et al v. Kie Hankins, Executor of the Estate of Karen Hankins
Mixed Jury Verdict found partial negligence
Port of Houston Authority v. Guillory, 814 S.W.2d 119 (Tex. App.–Houston [1st Dist.] 1991), aff’d, 845 S.W.2d 812 (Tex. 1993
Jury Verdict modified and partially reversed
Civil Action No. : H-91-3809 Frances L. Reynolds vs. Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., et al
Case settled confidentially
Cause # 85-59747 Patricia A.Koteras and Tiffany Koteras v. Mike Kurtin in the 333rd District Court of Harris County, Texas
Jury Verdict in favor of Steve Ferrell's Client
Cause # 87-27561 Estate of Ketcham & Kevin Page v. Central Freight Lines in the 270th District Court of Harris County, Texas
Verdict for Client represented by Steve Ferrell
No. 11-06-00172-CV Mark Swank, et al v. Lloyd Cunningham, et al ; In the Court of Appeals for the 11th District of Texas
Summary Judgment granted; AFFIRMED on Appeal
Education
1985
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
University of Texas System, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
North American Brain Injury Society's 22nd Annual Conference on Legal Issues in Brain Injury
Expert Witness Testimony 101
2007
Houston Bar Association Seminar: Advising Construction Clients
Recent Construction Law Cases: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly (Note: Voted Best Speaker at the conference by conference participants)
2002
Continuing Education Course for Insurance Adjusters, Scottsdale Insurance Company, Scottsdale, Arizona
Identifying Insurance Coverage Issues in CGL Policies
1998
Continuing Education Course for Insurance Adjusters, Nationwide Insurance Company, San Antonio, Texas
Defending DWI Drivers in Civil Damage Lawsuits
Languages
English
Activity
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22 May 2010
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