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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53 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Recommendation

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 | DUI & DWI

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 Easys Smoke Shops | April 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Fantastic result ..

Has been my lawyer more than 15 years for a reason. Has worked with some legal greats in the area on be half … He is fair, resonable and always factual about the expected result .. he does not chamge his prognosis when he is paid off … if you want a lawyer there are millions to call.. but if its a...n advocate you need he is your guy…. feel free reach out for more detailed refrences

Posted by Daniel | April 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Assault case dismissed

I hired Mr. Apgar last year for an assault charge in Collin County. My ex-girlfriend had called police and said I pushed her and hit her, and had threatened her. Mr. Apgar believed me that it was all lies. He went to court several times for me and was able to get the DA to drop the case completely. I... was very happy with the work he did for me. I work long hours during the week, but Mr. Apgar replied to all my messages and was available on the weekends for phone calls. I recommend Mr. Apgar to anyone who needs a lawyer.

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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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