Steve McCarthy, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Houston, TX
Practicing medical malpractice in Houston since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Steve McCarthy is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Steve has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Steve McCarthy: Steve McCarthy is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Steve has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Steve takes on
Steve concentrates on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steve handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Wrongful Death
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Medical Malpractice cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes medical malpractice matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steve agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes personal injury matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steve agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes product liability matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steve agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes wrongful death matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steve agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Steve McCarthy — medical malpractice lawyer in Houston
Steve McCarthy is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Steve has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Steve McCarthy is a lawyer practicing personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice and 3 other areas of law. Steve received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years. Steve practices in Houston, TX.
How Steve handles medical malpractice matters
Mr. Steve McCarthy is a lawyer practicing personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice and 3 other areas of law. Steve received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years. Steve practices in Houston, TX.
Who Steve represents
Steve reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Houston Law School
J.D. · 1980
University of Georgia
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Steve's state bar admissions
Texas Texas Southern
1980 · ACTIVE
Steve studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law School and B.A. in University of Georgia.
Law school and academic background
Steve completed J.D. in University of Houston Law School and B.A. in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steve runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Steve has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Steve's professional memberships and bar associations
Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Trial Lawyers Association (Director) Texas Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Texas Bar Foundation
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American Board of Trial Advocates
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Locations
Steve McCarthy's office in Houston
Steve's primary office is at 440 Louisiana St Ste 1710, Houston, TX, 77002-1689. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Steve McCarthy — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Steve. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing medical malpractice attorneys in Houston.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Steve McCarthy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steve usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steve charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steve's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Steve will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Steve
Steve discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Steve confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steve's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Steve McCarthy
How much does it cost to hire Steve for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steve walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steve offer a free consultation?
Steve charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steve's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Steve's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Texas typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Steve gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steve take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Steve is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Steve will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Steve?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Steve will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steve accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Steve's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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