About Charles Steven Dunn
Born on February 18, 1955, in Abilene, Texas, Charles Steven Dunn is a distinguished attorney known for his expertise in Personal Injury Trial Law. He completed his undergraduate studies at Abilene Christian University, graduating cum laude in 1977, and obtained his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1980. That same year, he was admitted to the State Bar of Texas.
In 1982, Mr. Dunn gained admission to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. By 1987, he had extended his practice to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and all state courts in Texas. His professional affiliations include the Lubbock County Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Young Lawyers Association (1983-1985), and South Plains Trial Lawyers Association, where he served as Director (1995-1996) and President (1997-1998). He is also a Past State Director of The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
Mr. Dunn holds a Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. His contributions to legal literature include over 25 articles on personal injury trial law published in the Lubbock Law Notes and online. Notable works include "Jail and Prison Liability" for the State Bar of Texas in 2002, and "Confidentiality of Medical Records in Texas" presented at a Loman Education Services seminar in Lubbock the same year.
Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Dunn authored "The Seventh Star," a fictional work published in May 2015. He also served on the Electricity Utility Board of the City of Lubbock, overseeing Lubbock Power and Light's $275 million annual budget. Appointed by the Lubbock City Council, he served his first term from 2013 to 2015 and was reappointed in 2015.
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Practice Areas
Texas Car Accident Laws
Understanding Texas's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$30K/$60K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Steven Dunn's area of specialization?
Charles Steven Dunn specializes in Personal Injury Trial Law.
Where did Charles Steven Dunn receive his law degree?
He earned his JD from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1980.
Is Charles Steven Dunn board certified?
Yes, he is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
What community role has Charles Steven Dunn held?
He served on the Electricity Utility Board of the City of Lubbock, overseeing Lubbock Power and Light.
Has Charles Steven Dunn published any works?
Yes, he has authored over 25 legal articles and a fictional book titled 'The Seventh Star.'
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Charles Steven Dunn for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Charles for a free case review



