Steven Gebhardt

Steven Gebhardt is a criminal defense lawyer at Fulgham Hampton Criminal Defense Attorneys. A former felony prosecutor, he represents clients facing serious criminal charges in Texas, including assault, domestic violence, drug crimes, DWI, felony offenses, misdemeanors, theft, public intoxication, and related matters. He draws on extensive courtroom experience to evaluate evidence, anticipate prosecution strategies, prepare defenses, and advocate for clients whose freedom, records, and futures may be directly at stake.

Steven graduated from South Texas College of Law in 2005, where he received the Dean’s Merit Scholarship for outstanding grades. He previously earned his B.A. in Marketing from Texas Christian University (TCU) in 2001. His legal education prepared him for a career centered on criminal litigation, while his undergraduate business training added a broader analytical foundation for evaluating facts, strategy, and the practical consequences that criminal charges can create in practice.

Steven served as a felony prosecutor with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office before entering private practice. He tried more than 125 criminal jury trials in Tarrant County, including capital murder, murder, and sexual assault cases, and prosecuted several high-profile matters. In private practice, he has applied that prosecutorial experience to defense work and has secured acquittals for clients accused of serious crimes, including capital murder, after contested jury trials.

Steven Gebhardt is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Tarrant County Bar Association, Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and Texas Bar College. His official profile notes that Fort Worth, Texas Magazine has consistently named him a Top Attorney since 2015. He also served as legal advisor for UCC Weekday School from 2011 through 2014, reflecting professional and community involvement outside his courtroom practice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Fulgham Hampton Criminal Defense Attorneys
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Tarrant County Bar Association
• Member, Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• South Texas College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas Christian University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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