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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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 Patrick | February 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Satisfied P.I out come

I want to express my gratitude for the help I received, you made the process easy and straightforward. Thanks you for the assistance, I was able to avoid going to court and taking time off work. The support I received was efficient and effective, allowing you to handle my situation without any disrup...tion to my daily life. Thank you again, for the outstanding job sir.

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 | February 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awesome Service, Successful Results

Jonathan was professional, responsive, and successful in getting my case approved for dismissal. After speaking to various lawyers, I realized Jonathan seemed to be the most knowledgeable. He answered all my questions right away, and made everything clear and understandable. I never met with him in p...erson, as everything was done over the phone. This made the process very efficient and convenient. Most importantly, he delivered in successfully getting my case dismissed. I would highly recommend his services to family or a friend.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent service

Jon is a thorough and steadfast attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. With his help, I was able to avoid paying exorbitant fines for minor traffic violations. If anyone reading this review needs an attorney that breaks the stereotype and actually has your best interest at heart and will w...ork tirelessly on your behalf, please do yourself a favor and hire Mr. Jonathan M. Apgar.

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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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