William Anthony Vitz

William Anthony Vitz

also known as Tony Vitz, Tony Vitz

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 37 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Mc Kinney, TX
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Litigation

1413 Harroun Avenue, Mc Kinney, TX

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 45%

An opinion crime that is touched by politics and misleading propaganda.

38 years

45%
Criminal Defense 35%

for the most part, a criminal defense lawyer should also be a trial lawyer.

38 years

35%
Litigation 20%

Litigation is about telling true stories

38 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 37 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1988

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Vitz Law Offices

1413 Harroun Avenue, Mc Kinney, TX, 75069

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William Anthony Vitz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Posted by Gary | November 9, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Choosing a lawyer

Tony is a great lawyer. I have used Tony on a couple of occasions. He spends time with you going over your case. He will tell you if you have a case are not. Tony is a lawyer that’s for you. I would hire Tony again and recommend him to everyone.

Posted by Randy | January 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney

If u need a great criminal defense attorney then Tony Vitz is the one for u. He is always available to speak with you or if not he gets back with u as soon as possible. I had an assault charge and he was able to work out a deal with the DA with no jail time just probation and community service.

Posted by Carlos | August 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Tony Vitz was First Class from beginning to end.

Tony Vitz was very professional, and worked tirelessly to protect my rights and achieve the best possible result for me. Upon the first visit I had a high level of trust and confidence. He was always available for any questions I had, and kept me up to date on the status of my case. My family i...s grateful for his service and I highly recommend Mr. Vitz without reservation.

Posted by Debbie | September 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Vitz law firm

The Vitz law office was very professional and helpful. Tony was always available to answer any questions. He explained everything to me. Everything went just like he said it would. I'm pleased with the way my case ended. Thank you Tony!

Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Reliable and Caring

This firm took care of me when I had no idea what to expect. The entire staff are professional and knowledgeable. If you need an attorney, I highly recommend The Vitz Law Office.

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William Anthony Vitz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Perry Hicks

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I met Tony at the Trial Lawyer's College in 2011. He was one of my favorite instructors. We have since helped each other work up cases. I have great respect for Tony as a lawyer and even more respect for him as a person."

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Mark Griffith

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is the guy you want on our side when the government has their cross hairs on you. Incredible trial attorney. Passionate, effective and relentless in the pursuit of justice for his clients. I recommend this lawyer 100%."

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Gene Sera

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. There are attorneys that like to follow the standard formula. They ask the same questions and come to the same standard conclusions. Tony is not your ordinary lawyer. He will ferret out the necessity of any case and capitalize on weaknesses in the evidence and in the states witnesses. You have to see guys like Tony in action to appreciate his talent. I whole heartedly endorse him for criminal matters in Texas."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John McCraw

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tony has a very unique way of connecting with the jury person to person in a very authentic way. If you have a criminal case that will have to be tried to a jury, he has the "it" that is often the difference between a guilty and not guilty verdict. This man can try a case and truly cares for his clients and their families. Lin McCraw"

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John Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A Super Trial Lawyer. Excellent teacher of trial skills. I endorse this lawyer."

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Dana Palmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tony Vitz is very well known in Collin and Denton counties. He teaches courses that educate younger attorneys and experienced attorneys alike on new developments in criminal defense. He is a true fighter and works very hard for his clients. I have a lot of respect for Mr. Vitz and would feel confident that anyone accused of a crime who hired Mr. Vitz would get a good and rigorous defense."

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Jason Van Dyke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tony Vitz is as tough as they come for criminal defense. I strongly endorse him."

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Frank Sellers

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have never met a lawyer that cares more about his clients than Tony. He knows how to get to the heart of the matter like none I have ever seen. Clients looking for a true trial lawyer that will tell their story in a way the jury understands would be lucky to have a lawyer like Tony."

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Mark Thiessen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tony is one of the few real trial lawyers out there. He gets it. It's not about the facts of the case, it's about what really happened and telling your client's story. Any client would be lucky to have a real, actual trial lawyer fight for them. Hire Tony, he'll give you everything he's got."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Vitz is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."

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Heather Barbieri

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Vereeke

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Friend

"Tony is one of the best criminal lawyers in North Texas. He's been to Gerry Spence's ranch for indepth trial skill training that turns a good lawyer into a great lawyer. I've seen him in action doing psychodrama with clients to get to what the client's real story is about. I wouldn't hesitate to refer a client to Tony."

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James Girards

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Levinson

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tony is one of the most talented lawyers in the country. He is passionate about helping his clients. Tony is also a respected teacher who has helped hundreds of trial lawyers improve their skills. I highly recommend him."

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Rebecca Collins

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dedicated, passionate and cares about his clients and his cases."

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Danny Easterling

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tony Vitz is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer in North Texas. I do not hesitate to refer him to any client in his area who needs trusted counsel on his side. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Cowen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tony is a dedicated advocate who works tirelessly for his clients."

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Rachel Montes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tony is an absolute formidable force in the courtroom. The reason why is that he is not only a tenacious litigator, leaving no stone unturned, but he also deeply cares about his clients and recognizes the difficult situations they find themselves in. He cares about the person first. Its not often you can put complete trust in someone to take care of your life and liberty. Tony is that person. Without hesitation i highly recommend Tony."

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John Higgins

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I certainly recommend Tony to anyone who needs a lawyer in his area. He cares a lot about what he does, and employs some of the best practices a lawyer can have."

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Mark Griffith

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Associations

1999 - Present

Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association

Past President

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Carolynn's Case

Not Guilty

State v. John Doe

Not Guilty

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Education

1999

Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College

1988

South Texas College of Law

1984

Texas Tech University

Speaking Engagements

2014

Rusty Duncan

Jury Selection

2013

TLC Annual Meeting

Psychodrama

2013

Advanced Trial Skills

Direct Examination

2011

Trial Lawyer's College July 2011 Staffed Week Two, Skills Training

2011

Psychodrama

Psychodrama for Lawyers

2011

Auto Collisions

Engaging the Jury using Psychodrama

2010

Jolly Rogers

Expunctions, Non-Disclosures, and Juvenile Sealing

2010

Interpersonal Dynamics

Trial Skills

2007

Tyler, Texas

Jury Selection

2007

Beaumont, Texas

Jury Selection

Publications

2007

The Warrior Trial Lawyer's College First Work Weekend at The Ranch

2006

Voice for the Defense (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association) Try Cases, Have Fun, Win More!

Languages

English

Activity

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