Stephen Handy

I began my career in 1996 as a misdemeanor prosecutor for the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office where I handled hundreds of DWI cases, theft cases, and drug-related charges. I was later promoted to a felony prosecutor position where I handled hundreds of felony cases, including sexual assaults, drug cases, aggravated robberies, and burglaries. In 2000, I left the District Attorney’s office to open my own criminal defense practice. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity and privilege to represent many citizens throughout Tarrant County and the State of Texas. As a sole practitioner, I focus on personal attention and on knowing each of my clients. Every client is important to me, and providing effective representation is my first priority. Family and faith are the two most important things to me. As a strong Christian, sometimes people question my career choice as a criminal defense attorney. It is not uncommon for people to ask me, “How are those two things compatible?” As a believer, I do not condone sin or wrong behavior, but I also know that I am certainly not free from it. I have been blessed to have people throughout my life who have fought for me and believed in me when I needed help. I am very thankful for the times when I have been given a second chance, an opportunity to do better and to start over. It is my goal to give my clients that gift. The message of the Christian faith is one of love, encouragement, forgiveness, and repentance; our world could use more of that. While I cannot promise you a dismissal, as your attorney, I will work as hard as I possibly can to protect your rights and your future in order to help give you a second chance and a fresh start. A proud Texan, I have spent the majority of my life in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. I grew up in North Richland Hills where I attended North Richland Hills Baptist Church and graduated from Richland High School in 1986. Following high school, I attended Abilene Christian University for two years and then transferred to Baylor University, where I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1991. I am happily married and have two children; my wife and kids are undoubtedly my greatest gifts from God. My family and I attend The Church on Rush Creek.