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Cynthia Russell Henley

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Overview

Practice Areas

100% Criminal Defense
24 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

Cynthia Henley

7626 E. Jordan Cove

Houston, TX 77055

713-222-1220
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Me with my daughters - ages 23 and 18. Now that they are older, I have lots of time to commit to representing my clients. They also keep me in touch with the younger generation, helping me relate to my juvenile and young adult clients with ease.

At Harris County Criminal Lawyers function-the group of which I was president from 2003-2004, after serving in all the other "leadership" roles. My husband is supportive of my commitment to use whatever time is needed to provide effective representation.

I'm not just a lawer but a mother who is goofing around for my 16 year old daughter's photo fest. My experiences allow me to relate well to juries.

23 plusyrs defending against criminal accusations-misdemeanors thru felonies, appeals post conviction writs. I've worked with highly respected lawyers whose... more

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“very helpful, excellent representation”

Posted by: gary, 2011-10-13 4 months ago.

Client Review: Ms.Henley is an experienced(23 years) and professional lawyer. she knows the system very well. so she can give you outcomes as your reference before... more

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“No Show”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, 2011-10-10 4 months ago.

Client Review: I called Ms. Henley with a problem i had gotten into. We met a few times and discussed my case. She even assured me that she would handle it and take... more

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26 endorsements

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Cynthia is a knowledgeable and tireless advocate. A criminal defendant would be lucky to have her in their corner.

Endorsement from lawyer: Hilary Unger , Houston (TX), Today

Cynthia is an excellent attorney and advocates aggressively for her clients. She knows the law and investigates every possible defense. It was a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Dustan Neyland , Houston (TX), 2 months ago

Résumé

License

24 years since Cynthia Russell Henley was first licensed to practice law.

State	License status	Year acquired	Last updated by Avvo
Texas	Eligible To Practice In Texas	1988	03/09/2011

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position	Duration
Sole Practitioner at Cynthia Henley, Lawyer	2000–present
Partner at Schaffer & Henley	1996–2000

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Education

School	Major	Degree	Graduated
University of Houston	Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1987
University of Houston		BS - Bachelor of Science	1984

Awards

Award Name	Granting Organization	Date
Top Lawyer for the People	H Texas Magazine	2006
Top Lawyer for the People	H Texas Magazine	2005

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Associations

Position	Association Name	Duration
Member	State Bar of Texas	1988-2008
	Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association	2001-2005

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