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.
