Stephen Bradley Hesse Jr.

Stephen Bradley Hesse Jr.

also known as Steve

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Stephen Bradley Hesse Jr.'s Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 21 reviews

Posted by Natasha | April 15, 2013

Great lawyer!

I hired Stephen Hesse to help a close friend in a difficult and complex situation, and he resolved it very well. He was very responsive, professional, knowledgeable - and the most important part is that he actually cared. Couldn't wish for a better lawyer.

Posted by Tom | February 07, 2011 | Criminal Defense

This is the attorney you will wish you would of called.

Steve is the one that knows all the angles to working a case in Williamson County. His experience working for the other side is invaluable, and he is your best chance at saving your butt. Anything can happen in a court room, so hire some one that knows what the prosecutor is thinking!

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Best case scenario

Completely upfront and honest right from the start, Mr. Hesse fought for every best case scenario that could be found regarding my case. And when things didn't work out exactly as planned through the discovery process, Steve worked to get the next best outcome. He believed in me every step of the way..., and I believed in him. In the end, he made what could have been a devastating mark on my record into deferred adjudication. I can't thank Steve Hesse enough for his guidance and work on my case.

Posted by Ron | January 31, 2011 | Criminal Defense

a good lawyer

Mr. Hesse handled a case for me involving 2 misdemaenors,i met him after responding to his letter offering consultation. I found Mr. Hesse to be someone who wanted to make a difference in peoples lives in a positive way through the legal system, i liked him as a person right off,he was personable and... honest and i felt he cared about people. I wanted a lawyer with integrity and i found him to be someone who would defend me without compromising the law or his own standards. Mr. Hesse worked hard to help me get the best deal for ME, he kept me informed as to what was happening and helped me understand what was going on. Since i had never been in trouble before he was able to get me an offer for the pre trial intervention program,i declined and took a plea offer instead that Mr. Hesse was able to work out for me and i am satisfied with his success in working with the court and the Judge to also get me a little more time to pay my court fees. Overall Mr.Hesse is a good man and a good lawyer and i think, a good example of what a lawyer should be.

Posted by Sheila | January 24, 2011

Steve Hesse Review

Steve is very profesional and excellent with his clients. Communicates every aspect that needs to be known. We truly appreciate him and recommend him in a heartbeat.

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Stephen Bradley Hesse Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Elliott Wilcox

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm proud to endorse Stephen B. Hesse as a lawyer who is serious about DWI defense. As a member of The National College for DUI Defense, Stephen is committed to DWI defense, and will work hard to help you through this stressful situation. If you've been charged with a Georgetown DWI, call Stephen and ask for help."

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Carissa Beene

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is very well respected in our community. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and ethical. Steve is a strong advocate for his clients."

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Phillip Baker

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Steve Hesse for many years. He was a hard working prosecutor and an even harder working defense lawyer. I have referred clients to him because of his integrity and fine sense of fairness. I trust that Steve will answer their questions and that they will be able to make well informed decisions regarding their legal matter. For these reasons and others, I endorse this lawyer."

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Turner Gassaway

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve always has a smile on his face, and is always a gentlemen. But don't let that fool you. He fights hard for his clients and knows the law."

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Eric Lim

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I took over a case from Mr. Hesse in Williamson County. He was extremely helpful during the transfer and offered to help me in any way. The client was difficult to deal with, and Mr. Hesse gave me great pointers with regards to how to deal with him. Mr. Hesse had also laid a great foundation with the prosecutor for me to work from and was integral to obtaining the dismissal. I would definitely recommend hiring Mr. Hesse because he is the consummate professional."

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Todd Lehn

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is rock solid. He's the kind of lawyer we all aspire to be. I had the good fortune of spending 5 days with him as my roommate at a legal conference and I quickly realized that he's a genuinely good person and someone I greatly admire as a fellow criminal defense lawyer. I plan to stay in touch with Steve. I will definitely use him as a resource when I need advice for my own criminal defense practice."

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Okiemute Whiteru

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steve. He is a tough and experienced trial lawyer that really goes to bat for his clients."

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Austin Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I absolutely endorse Steve Hesse. His dedication to clients and diligent pursuit of a positive outcome cannot be questioned. He knows the law and, just as important, knows the right people to help facilitate positive results. I would recommend Steve without hesitation."

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Philip Ray

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former prosecutor and a mainstay around the courthouse in Williamson County, Steve has earned a reputation as an attorney who is well prepared and smart on the law. In negotiations on cases, Steve is constantly searching for creative solutions that allow his clients to receive the best representation possible in one of the toughest places to face prosecution. In trial on a very serious Aggravated Robbery Trial in which his client was facing multiple life sentences, I found Steve to anticipate my every argument and counter it well at every turn. He will provide excellent representation in any criminal matter."

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Brenda Rhea

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer 100%. Steve is one of the finest criminal defense attorneys I've had the privilege to know. He is an attorney who always has a firm grasp of the law who zealously represents each and every client. Steve is also an attorney who cares about the rule of law....and maintains the highest of legal and thical standards in every case with every client. Simply put, if I were in trouble, I would call Steve first!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2006

Prosecutor of the Year, Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center

2005

Board Certified-Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Chief Prosecutor- Specialty Courts, Williamson County District Attorney's Office

2008 - 2023

Attorney, Steve Hesse, Attorney at Law

2008 - 2016

Attorney-Of Counsel, The Dick Law Firm

2002 - 2008

Assistant District Attorney, Williamson County District Attorney's Office

1997 - 2002

Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

2015 - Present

Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member

2010 - Present

Texas College of the State Bar

Member

2008 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Lawyer

2019 - 2020

Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association

President

Education

1997

South Texas College of Law

1989

Texas A&M University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

DPS Narcotics Training

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Languages

English

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