Kim T. Stephens is a highly esteemed trial lawyer and
attorney recognized for over twenty-five years of exemplary service in
Georgia's legal landscape. His expertise spans diverse litigation arenas, from
defending prominent professionals such as athletes, doctors, police officers,
and educators facing charges encompassing misdemeanors to severe felony crimes.
Operating extensively in criminal law, personal injury,
business and contract litigation, and probate law, Kim's practice encompasses
federal courts, superior and state courts, local municipal courts, probate
courts, recorders courts, UGA student hearings, administrative hearings, and
appellate courts across Georgia.
He ardently advocates for individuals facing charges ranging
from DUIs to federal crimes, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to
providing robust defense strategies that consistently yield optimal outcomes
for his clients.
Kim's reputation extends beyond local acclaim, earning him
national recognition for his professional acumen and litigation prowess. His
stellar performance garnered a superb rating on avvo.com, placing him in the
distinguished top percentile of attorneys nationwide, a feat attained by less
than 1% of legal professionals listed on the platform.
Moreover, Martindale Hubbell, a respected attorney peer
review database, acknowledges Kim as "distinguished counsel," a
coveted designation reflecting unparalleled achievement and high esteem within
the legal fraternity.
In the Athens community, Kim earned the esteemed title of
People's Choice Attorney for Litigation in 2013 and 2014, as recognized by the
Athens Banner Herald's Reader's Choice Awards—an accolade based on votes from
local citizens, underlining his exceptional reputation as a DUI defense and
criminal attorney.
His legal expertise and insights have been sought after by
various regional and national news outlets, including the Athens Banner Herald,
the Red and Black, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, and major networks like
ABC, Fox, ESPN, and CBS, reflecting his authority and credibility in legal
matters at both local and national levels.
