Kurt Scott Hopke

Kurt Scott Hopke

4.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Spring Branch, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

20540 HWY 46 W, Suite 115, Spring Branch, TX

About Kurt

Biography

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Kurt S. Hopke, Attorney At Law

20540 HWY 46 W, Suite 115, Spring Branch, TX, 78070

Kurt S. Hopke, Attorney At Law

2200 N Loop W, Suite 304, Houston, TX, 77018

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Kurt Scott Hopke's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

89 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Brian | November 01, 2025 | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Court-Appointed Lawyer – Felony Theft Case Dismissed!

I am beyond grateful for the exceptional service I received from my court-appointed lawyer, Kurt. When I was facing a felony 3 theft charge, I was unsure about the process and how things would turn out. From the start, Kurt impressed me with his professionalism, knowledge, and commitment to my case.... Despite being a court-appointed attorney, Kurt treated my case as if it were his top priority. He took the time to explain every step of the legal process, answered all my questions, and made sure I understood my options. Kurt’s expertise and dedication were evident, and he went above and beyond to build a strong defense. Thanks to his hard work and strategic approach, my felony charge was ultimately dismissed, something I never thought possible when I first walked into the courtroom. Kurt's efforts completely changed the course of my life, and I am incredibly grateful for everything he did. If you’re in need of a skilled, trustworthy, and diligent lawyer, I highly recommend Kurt. He proved that even as a court-appointed attorney, he could achieve incredible results. Thank you, Kurt, for everything!

Posted by Jaime | March 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unmatched Representation

Mr. Hopke represented me from the week I was arrested in September 2017 until January of 2020. Over the course of nearly two-and-a-half years, Mr. Hopke never lost interest in my case, and never gave me the impression that he wasn't giving it his all. Mr. Hopke was concise in his calls to me, breakin...g down what tactics he would apply to my case as well as updating me with behind the scene developments, all in language so simple that a caveman could understand it. Most importantly, Mr. Hopke was patient; with both my case and with me. He was very transparent with payments and allowed me to pay my debt to him in a way that was manageable. Mr. Hopke's attention to detail is unmatched, something I realized when I sat in my pre-trial hearing. When discussing the outcome of cases with my friends who have faced similar circumstances, I felt happy that I chose Kurt, I had one of the best stories to tell when it came down to the outcome. He worked incredibly hard and the outcome of my case reflected it.

Posted by Rita | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Resilient

Attorney Hopke stayed by my side almost over 2 yrs of my court date being reset over & over again. This was the first criminal charge I have ever had to face in my life ever. I just didn’t want to go to jail for a mistake I made & be away from my children. He is a very pleasant & professional person ...to talk to. He stayed on top of my case while handling more tedious & profile cases. I would definitely highly recommend him to anyone! My case was dismissed and I thank God I was honored to work with someone like him. I am very grateful! It could definitely have been worse.

Posted by Terence | October 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent representation

Mr. Hopke represented me on a felony case, and proved to be excellent at what he does. He saw me the day after I contacted him, and anticipated the likely verdict. He had a plan, instructed me on what I needed to do, and knew the right people that could help. He sent me for a psyche evaluation, which... revealed that I'm autistic. (I had no idea, having lived all my life undiagnosed!) Mr. Hopke also knew someone that specialized in that field - the best in Texas - and sent me to that person to be evaluated. With that completed, it was a matter of waiting for the DA to be ready to hear the case. Throughout the time that my case was pending, Mr. Hopke made clear that he was more than just a legal counselor, that he was always available to answer any questions I had. He knew all the possible outcomes and had a plan ready for each of them. I always felt better after I left the courtroom. I eventually got deferred adjudication, just as he said. I don't know if I would ever find out that I'm autistic had I gone with another attorney, if any of them would be willing to go the distance or the financial costs of these psychological evaluations. But Mr. Hopke did, I now know what I have, and am able to look for the right course of actions. I cannot thank him enough.

Posted by Diana | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Put your faith and trust to work with Kurt!

Every day you hear about alleged family disputes that alter peoples daily lives and I bet you never thought it would happen to you. So, did I; but it did! My son was faced with a felony charge over an alleged dispute in a personal relationship. We hired Kurt! Kurt is knowledgeable, down to earth and ...worthy of your trust at a time like this. Kurt will work for you! He understands the court system but more importantly, he understands how vitally important your freedom is to you and your family. Faced with a felony charge, my sons case was reduced to a misdemeanor with only days left to serve following his appearance in court. You need a professional attorney like Kurt on your side who will guide you through this most difficult time process. He is easy to talk to and you can trust and rely on his judgment as he works to resolve your case with the best possible outcome. He truly puts his expertise to work behind the scene to restore your family to wholeness. My family is once again whole thanks to Mr. Kurt Hopke. He is professional, knowledgeable, trustworthy, down to earth and ready to work for you.

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Kurt Scott Hopke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sean Darvishi

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is an excellent attorney with a wealthy of knowledge that he continually uses to his advantage. He fights for his clients and gets good results. He is the guy you want on your side"

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Armen Merjanian

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"If there is one word I can use to describe Kurt, it would be "fighter". Kurt works extremely hard for his clients, appointed or retained. He doesn't give in to the prosecutor's BS and he's not afraid to go to trial. We tried a DWI case together in Fort Bend county about a year ago. Stakes were high - client's felony probation would get revoked and he would go to prison if we lost. Fortunately for the client, he had Kurt as a lawyer and we were able to secure the "Not Guilty!" and give the client his life back. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Lawrence

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kurt is a great mentor and has a definitive grasp on all criminal law issues, definitely a go to guy in the Houston community."

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Russell Neumann

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kurt is a great lawyer. He knows the law and gets great outcomes. All of his clients have nothing but the greatest admiration and respect for the care, time, and courtesy he gives them. I agree with all his clients and their resounding endorsements for him."

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Sean Darvishi

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Named one of Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Defense Attorney, Kurt S. Hopke, Attorney At Law

2007 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Misdemeanor Theft - Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Assault Family Member - Case Dismissed

Case dismissed

Sexual Assault of a Child - Case Dismissed

Case dismissed

Felony Theft - Case Dismissed

Case dismissed

Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle - Dismissed

Case "no-billed" by Grand Jury

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Education

2006

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

J.D.

Languages

English

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