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Jonathan M. Apgar
About Jonathan
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
22 years | 4,500 cases
Expungement
25%
22 years | 1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Apgar Legal, PLLC
5465 Legacy Dr Ste 650, Plano, TX, 75024
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Jonathan M. Apgar's Reviews
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Posted by Tom | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Representation I could have EVER asked for
I was charged with a public intoxication. Johnathon’s expertise and success record was what led me to select him as representation. His professionalism was far more than I expected. Johnathon was there to answer all questions at anytime, and ended up getting my charge dismissed.
Posted by Mitchell | November 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A bright spot in a bad situation
Mr. Apgar took what was the single worst thing I’ve been through and made it more bearable. He had great communication, answering any email I sent him timely and on weekends and nights. He was able to get me a favorable outcome on my case. I absolutely recommend that you meet with Mr. Apgar if the oc...
Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great representation
Jonathan was great! He was on the phone with me immediately, took time to explain everything in great detail and I received the best result very promptly.
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Jonathan exceeded all expectations!
I had the pleasure of hiring Jonathan to handle my PI case and he delivered on every promise he made! He helped me understand the procedure and made sure I felt comfortable every step of the way. He knew I suffered from anxiety but reassured me that everything was going to be fine. In the end, he was...
Posted by Andrea | May 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer!
Mr. Apgar was extremely helpful and straightforward about my entire case. He told me what he was able to do (at a very reasonable price, too!) and did exactly that! I emailed him multiple times with questions, and his responses were always very thorough and prompt.
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Experience
Honors
2017
America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys for Northern Texas, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2002
Best Brief Award, Review of Litigation law journal
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Managing Partner, ApgarLegal, PLLC
2007 - 2024
Managing Partner, Schulte & Apgar, PLLC
2004 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Matthews Stein Shiels LLP
Associations
2017 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Texas Young Lawyers Association
Member
Dallas Bar Association
Member
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas vs. G.H.
Charges dismissed
Education
2004
University of Texas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Texas A&M University
M.S
1999
Texas A&M University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Criminal Justice Roundtable - Oslo, Norway
A comparison of the United States and Norwegian criminal justice systems
2017
Courts, Power & Public Law - Copenhagen, Denmark
Comparative criminal justice systems