Karl S. Stern
About Karl S. Stern
Karl S. Stern is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Karl S. Stern is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Houston, Texas
- Antitrust Law
- Arbitration
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Antitrust
- Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: Houston, TX
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