Paul Dennis Key

Paul Dennis Key

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at McKinney, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

3900 S Stonebridge Drive, Suite 502, McKinney, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Paul Dennis Key

3900 S Stonebridge Drive, Suite 502, McKinney, TX, 75070

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Paul Dennis Key's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Expungement

Posted by Evalyne | January 23, 2015 | Expungement

What a blessing

Finding Paul Key was a blessing. I researched and spoke with over 20+ lawyers before I ran into Paul Key. I had a very good feeling when I first spoke with him. He was the only one who personally spoke with me, instead of some rude assistant, without charge before making a commitment. He kept me info...rmed of his progress and the costs at all times. My case involved an issue, with what my previous lawyer at the time failed to do, me unaware of the language used by lawyers did not identify it at the time. He spent several hours going through my files and explaining the language to me thoroughly what had happened, in addition, provided me with options on how to clean this up. In August of 2014 he was successful in getting the original judgement set aide and a new judgment was entered, that allowed for expungment in the future. We are now planning on the next steps to expungment. I would recommend him to my closest family and friends.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2014 | Expungement

Possession of Marijuana , dropped to paraphernalia

Paul Key helped me with my possession charge, he was easy to work with and very reliable! I was able to get the charge dropped and soon get it off my record. I recommend him to anyone needing an attorney!

Posted by Ben | November 20, 2012 | Expungement

A VERY TRUSTWORTHY AND STRAIGHT FORWARD ATTORNEY

My 21 year old son was arrested for what I would consider a trumped up charge. When I contacted Mr. Key and explained the situation he agreed with my assumption and explaind a reasonable course of action to take. He contacted my son direct and at my son's direction kept me fully informed as to the pr...ogress of his case at all time. He proceeded with the case in the manner we agreed upon and we were pleased with the outcome of the case. We intend to use him again to have the charge expunged. Highly recommend this attorney.

Posted by Matthew | November 11, 2012 | Expungement

Flagrant DWI

I was arrested for a DWI. I felt I was mistreated by the arresting officers and lost my temper and had a tough case to win. Paul is extremely intelligent and effective. He won my case and was able to clear it from my record. I have referred 3 people to Paul and they all had similar results. Bottom l...ine Paul walks on water. MN

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2012 | Expungement

Mr. Paul Key has been a lifesaver! I would HIGHLY recommend him!

My experience with Mr. Paul Key was incredible. Mr. Key demonstrated the highest levels of professionalism and concern, in regard to my case. He worked hard, and quickly to address each new development. An easy example of his concern for his clients, would be how he handled my bail. When it was s...et at an unfairly high amount, he quickly had it lowered substantially. I wouldn't have known any better, if I didn't have him there. It's things like this, where Mr. Key truly looks out for his clients, that you realize you're not just another client. He actually takes an interest, and is working to get you the best outcome possible in a given situation. Throughout the process, Mr. Key worked as my advocate, making sure that everything was being done to make this process as painless as possible. If things were moving slowly on the court's side, Mr. Key was in contact to make sure that I wasn't unnecessarily worried. What has impressed me the most with Mr. Key, is not just the professional and effective manner in which he handled my case, but the calming force he was in my life. When you know you have someone who will work his hardest to get you the best possible outcomes, and who has an impressive track record in doing just that, it makes the stress of legal trouble much easier to bear. As a full time student, when I got into some legal problems, I could see a black cloud hanging over the future of my education. Mr. Key, through his knowledge, experience, and hard work, was able to address those fears. Here I am today, with this ordeal almost completely behind me, and thanks to Mr. Key, it won't show up on my record. This means that my education will not be hindered, and I can move forward with my life, without the weight of a bad decision hanging over my head. I could not have asked for a better outcome to my case, and I owe that to Mr. Key. I obviously wouldn't want to have legal trouble again, but If I were to ever run into a problem, I can unquestionably say that my first phone call would be to Mr. Paul Key. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal counsel, and am thankful everyday that he was there for me when I needed help. - J.R.

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Paul Dennis Key's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan King

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is the type of lawyer who prosecutors hate to love. They hate him because he passionately defends his clients until he gets what he wants, but they love him because he does it with his wit and humor that makes it easy to give him what he wants. I am speaking as a former prosecutor who went against him for many years. Paul is a great lawyer."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Other

"Highly respected and overall a great attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Spivack

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from his experience, contributions and reviews that Mr. Key is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him."

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Pezhman Pakneshan

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Rooker

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He works hard for his clients, and gets results."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Joshua Andor

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is a great attorney; very knowledgeable and aggressive in his representation of his clients."

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Derk Wadas

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is one of the most tenacious and creative litigators that I know. He has a great knowledge criminal law, and consistently uses that knowledge to achieve great results for clients."

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Eric Lafleur

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul Key as a criminal defense attorney. I couldn't name a more aggressive, tenacious and thorough attorney practicing in Collin County."

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Ryan King

Criminal defense lawyer

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Pezhman Pakneshan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Waddington

Military law lawyer

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Eric Lafleur

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Andor

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Derk Wadas

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

1996

Cum Laude, St. Mary's University, School of Law

1994

Scholastic Excellence in Criminal Law, Corpus Juris Secundum

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Criminal & Capital Defense, Law Office of Paul D. Key, P.C.

2003 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of Paul D. Key, P.C.

2005 - 2013

Criminal Defense & Criminal Appellate Attoney, Law Office of Paul D. Key, P.C.

2001 - 2003

Chief Prosecutor, Domestic Violence, Collin County District Attorney

2000 - 2001

Prosecutor, Collin County District Attorney

1999 - 2000

Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney, Puerto Rico

1999 - 2000

Captain, JAG, Prosecutor, United States Army

1998 - 1998

Captain, JAG, Operational Law, United States Army

1997 - 1997

JAG 1st Lieutenant, United States Army

Associations

2015 - Present

McKinney Family Violence Defense

President

2014 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Collin County Capital Defense Lawyers

Chair, Scientific Evidence

2012 - 2013

Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Treasurer/Secretary

2003 - 2011

Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Assault Family Violence

Not guilty

Assault/Family Violence

Charge Reduced

Assault/Family Violence

Not Guilty

Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon

No billed.

Unlawful Carrying of Weapon

Charge Reduced

Indecency with a Child

Guilty plea, but fair punishment

Possession of Controlled Substance

Felony reduced to misdemeanor

DWI "win" for Client

Guilty plea, with a little more than one day in jail

Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child

Continued on probation during motion to revoke

Assault/Family Violence

Charge Reduced

Possession of Marijuana

Charge Dismissed

DWI "jail" sentence

Guilty plea, with better than probation jail sentence

Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle

No billed by grand jury

Assault on Public Servant

No billed by grand jury

Capital Murder

NOT GUILTY

Harrassment

Not Guilty

Tampering With Evidence

Not guilty.

Possession of Marijuana - Not Guilty

Not guilty.

Possession Controlled Substance - Reduced

Charge reduced to misdemeanor with time served

Possession of Marijuana

Not guilty

DWI

Not guilty.

Theft

Not guilty.

Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon

Not guilty.

Felony Possession of Marijuana

Not guilty.

Assault with Big Black Eye and Stiches = Not Guilty

Not guilty

Interference with Emergency Call

Not guilty

Assault

Not guilty.

Assault/Family Violence - Dismissed

Charge dismissed.

Weapon in Prohibited Place

Not guilty.

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Education

1996

St Mary's University of San Antonio

MA - Masters

1996

St. Marys University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

San Diego State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Collin County Capital Defense Dinner

Scientific Evidence in Capital Defense

2004

3CDLA Monthly Luncheon

The Dangers of Court-Appointmented Lawyer System

Publications

2002

A Guide to the Texas Transportation Code A Guide to the Texas Transportation Code

Languages

Spanish

English

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