Stephen Lewis Townsend
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Stephen Lewis Townsend
Biography
Stephen Townsend represents clients in a wide range of practice areas, including personal injury, employment law, wills, probates and estates, complex contract litigation, business litigation, and real estate.
Stephen Townsend has obtained justice for numerous personal injury victims and their families and fights alongside employees in their employment law battles against major corporations.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, Stephen Townsend is proud to represent the people and organizations in the Jefferson County area. A graduate of Nederland High School, Stephen now resides in Port Neches, Texas with his wife, Melissa, and their two children.
Stephen Townsend transitioned to becoming an attorney after a long-time career as technology professional and director. Stephen continues to draw upon his technology and management experience in representation of his clients. Stephen’s clients have ranged from individuals to Fortune 500 corporations.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Consumer Law
Class Action, Lemon Law
Fees
- Free Consultation - Availability of free consultations varies. Please call my office to find out more.
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Attorney Bradley Law Firm
Year: 2020 - Current
Description: Represent personal injury victims in state and federal courts. Represent employees in state and federal litigation for employment discrimination cases, including violations of Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, § 1981 and § 1983. Counseled corporate employers in defending employment discrimination claims, drafting employment and non-compete agreements, and developing and implementing employment policies and procedures. Drafted, negotiated and litigated contracts in various subject areas, including employment agreements, service agreements, business real estate transactions, and business services and transactions. Counsel individuals and families with their estate planning, including drafting of wills and power of attorneys. Represent families with the probate of their loved ones' estates.
Attorney The Heartfield Law Firm
Year: 2016 - 2020
Description: Handled state and federal litigation for employment discrimination cases, including violations of Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, § 1981 and § 1983. Counseled corporate and local government employers in defending employment discrimination claims, drafting employment and non-compete agreements, and developing and implementing employment policies and procedures. Drafted, negotiated and litigated contracts in various subject areas, including governmental entity construction projects, employment agreements, service agreements, business real estate transactions, and business services and transactions. Performed trials and arbitrations in cases involving breaches of contract, commercial contracts, landlord-tenant disputes and personal injury.
Attorney Bush Lewis Law Firm, PLLC
Year: 2011 - 2016
Description: Managed litigation for multiple types of cases, specifically automobile accidents, contract disputes, employment discrimination, personal injury, consumer protection, misdemeanor criminal offenses, wrongful death cases, and civil rights. Performed jury and bench trials for claims of Deceptive Trade Practices Act violations, personal injury, eighteen-wheeler accidents, unlawful business liens, and breaches of contract.
Attorney and Information Technology Director Brent Coon and Associates
Year: 2006 - 2011
Description:
Professional Associations
State Bar of Texas # 24071539 Member (2011 - Current)
Jefferson County Bar Association Member (2011 - Current)
Jefferson County Pro Bono Program Volunteer (2012 - Current)
YMCA of Southeast Texas Chairperson (former member) (2014 - Current)
The Michelle F. Mehaffy Inn of Court Member (2012 - Current)
Beaumont Products and Services Board Member (2019 - Current)
Education
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South Texas College of Law J.D. (2010) | Law
Year: 2007 - 2010
Honors: Activities: Technology Officer of South Texas College of Law’s inaugural Military Law Students Association.
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Texas State University - Lamar University MBA (2006) | Business Management with concentration in Management Information Systems
Year: 2006 - 2006
Honors: Inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society for Collegiate Schools of Business. Activities: Conducted a six-month statistical study on public opinion of newly constructed local entertainment complex. * Performed numerous case studies on firms in various types of industries. * Completed an independent study on Virtual Private Networks.
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Texas State University - Lamar University B.B.A. (1999) | Management Information Systems
Year: 1993 - 1999
Honors: Activities: * Studied Visual Basic, HTML programming, network design, database design and management, SQL, PC hardware essentials, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, and other business related subjects. * Participated in the R.O.T.C. program.
Speaking Engagements About the United States Constitution, Various elementary schools, Port Neches, Texas, 2015, Jefferson County Bar Association
About the United States Constitution, Various elementary schools, Port Neches, Texas, 2015, Jefferson County Bar Association
Websites
https://www.bradlaw.net
Bradley & Steele - Attorneys at Law
Bradley & Steele Law Firm
3120 Central Mall Dr, Port Arthur, TX 77642
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 12 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed