Jonathan M. Apgar

Jonathan M. Apgar

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Expungement

5465 Legacy Dr Ste 650, Plano, TX

About Jonathan

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

We defend Public Intoxication, DWI, Drug Possession, Assault/Family Violence, and all misdemeanor and felony cases.

22 years | 4,500 cases

75%
Expungement 25%

We expunge and seal past arrest records and criminal records.

22 years | 1,500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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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5.0 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Case Dismissed - Reputation Saved

My ex-husband lied to police officers that I was intoxicated after I called 911 for help after a domestic dispute. Jonathan reviewed the police report and body cam footage in-depth in order to determine the facts and was then able to have the case ultimately dismissed. He saved my reputation and my a...bility to continue to volunteer at my daughter's school. I cannot thank him enough for the great work he did.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent and professional

Mr Apgar is an excellent attorney. He helped me to get a great result in my 2 charges for Assault/family violence. One charge dropped and another one dismissed . Very professional, communicative and prompt replies. Highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2024 | Criminal Defense

Dui cases help

I was in deep trouble with this dui case i got. Every other lawyer I contacted demanded fees ranging from 5000 onward with no intent of actually finding a solution. Mr. Apgar was the only one that seemed to care how my case actually ended and was able to work with me on the price. He got my charge fr...om a class A to class B at rockwall court which is notorious for going after the max sentence. Mr. Apgar was also very communicative during my entire ordeal and would always respond back in a timely manner make me feel heard. I really appreciate his services and i would highly recommend him!

Posted by Amy | September 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Super lawyer

Words cannot explain how Mr apart fought for my case... I got into a situation where I allow someone to get in my head and say hey he wasn't the one you're going to jail... I was facing some serious time and I can actually say I give him 10 stars if possible he went beyond and beneath for my case... ...And I just want to say thank you again hands down to this top. super top lawyer. other attorneys are out here just to get your money and tell you something good but I can actually tell you this this man go beyond and beneath for your case. and when I say he digs Deep trust the process.. stop losing money on legal fees for people that's not fighting for you Jonathan apgar is the one,

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Attorney in DFW Area

I actually work in a place where its high security clearnace and a Professional Unfortunately I had arguement with airline staff and they called the Police. They charged me with Public Intoxication ,as an immigrant never heard off and I dont have any DWI or any charges . It happened in Dallas Forthw...orth airport. They detained me overnight and I had no access to attorney and have no phone. Next day morning Staff took me infront of Judge and the only way I get out is plead and pay 200 $ fine, and 30 day probation and case get dismissed After reaching my state the next day I started googling several attorneys who specialized in Public Intoxication Only Mr Apgar directly communicated with me and listened to my situation I dont want to plead guilty as I dont think ,it was subjective of the Police arrested me and there was no field sobriety test like DWI. So he adviced me about Texas law of dismissing Jail plea I made and requested Honorable Judge to pass motion which was accepted Using his experience and expertise ,he was able to dismiss my PI case with no plea, means I am not guilty . Mr Apgar responds well t directly to his clients unlike other officers Its like Concierge service at reasonable Flat fee. Dr Apgar is outstanding Attorney I have ever seen, and he is ethical and care about his clients Hard to find I strongly recommend Mr Apgar defending your case Thankss

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

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 Association

Member

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

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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

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