Has litigated all sorts of matters regarding commercial torts, personal injury, insurance defense, securities fraud, consumer and commercial law, intellectual property claims, and a host of other matters.
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Business Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Steve Urban since 2002. He is both a friend and mentor, as well as a strong and effective attorney. I have referred him clients in the past, in complex business and partnership disputes, and have gotten great feedback from those clients. Steve is a great fellow lawyer to know in Austin."
Litigation Attorney | Aug 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve and I have worked opposite each other as well as together on matters, and he is thoughtful, thorough and experienced. I would recommend him to anyone, and often do."
General practice Attorney | Jun 19
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Steve is an experienced, intelligent, and professional lawyer. He's Board Certified and has been named a Texas Bar Foundation Fellow. There are few, if any, attorneys I would trust more with a serious legal matter besides Steve. I endorse him 100%."
Litigation Attorney | Apr 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an efficient and effective trial Lawyer. His excellent judgment is an asset that can assist any client or trial Lawyer in winning the case."
Mediation Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Steve is a fabulous and fearless attorney. He is detailed, thorough, strategic, and aggressive in getting results for his clients. However, he is also a creative option generator who is skilled at settling matters before they reach the courthouse steps. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
Litigation Attorney | Feb 14
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Steve Urban epitomizes the notion that you can be a great lawyer while remaining a nice person. I've had matters with and against Steve, and heartily recommend him to prospective clients. Steve is especially skilled in securities arbitration matters, but has strong overall litigation skills as well."
Litigation Attorney | Sep 10
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Steven and I have been opposing counsel on several civil litigation cases over the last few years. On one case, Steven did a great job with a difficult client in resolving that case. In all the various matters, Steven was always very professional, knowledgeable and represented his client well. I endorse this lawyer."