Atty. Charles Stephen Cantu

Atty. Charles Stephen Cantu

Mr. Charles Stephen Cantu is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil litigation, complex litigation and 8 other areas of law.

Arlington Arlington 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Charles Stephen Cantu at a glance

Charles Stephen Cantu is a Member based in Arlington, Texas, practicing at Charles S. Cantu, Attorney at Law. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court Tex (2005). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D. Government, 2005) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A. Government, 2001). Active member of Dallas Bar Association Dallas Association of Young Lawyers. Serands clients in Arlington, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Charles Stephen Cantu is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil litigation, complex litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Charles practices at Charles S. Cantu, Attorney at Law in Arlington, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Stephen Cantu's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Stephen Cantu handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Stephen Cantu

Where is Charles Stephen Cantu's law office located?
Charles Stephen Cantu's law practice is located in Arlington, Texas. The firm is Charles S. Cantu, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Stephen Cantu handle?
Charles Stephen Cantu focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Charles Stephen Cantu practiced law?
Charles Stephen Cantu has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Charles Stephen Cantu go to law school?
Charles Stephen Cantu earned their education at (J.D. Government, 2005); (B.A. Government, 2001).
How can I contact Charles Stephen Cantu for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Government
University of Texas at Austin
- 2005
B.A. Government
University of Texas at Austin
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court Tex
Admitted: 2005

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