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I have been practicing law since 1996. After three years of active duty as an Army JAG and another three in the Collin County District Attorney’s office, I went into private practice. Since then my practice has been dedicated to criminal defense, and just about all of my cases are in Collin and Dallas County. I know the DA’s, and I know the judges, and they know me. If you’ve been accused of a crime, call me. I can help you, and I will defend you.
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Licensed in Texas for 29 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Paul Dennis Key
3900 S Stonebridge Drive, Suite 502, McKinney, TX, 75070
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Showing 1 - 5 of 47 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Mark | October 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Just plain Excellent
Paul makes sure you understand all of legal the angles involved in your case. He is a truly a very likeable guy that will work hard to get you the best outcome that he can. I recommend him VERY highly !
Posted by Dixie | October 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best of the best
Paul Key has been by far the best attorney I’ve ever had . He always kept me updated with my case and made sure I got the best offer and got my case dismissed without even stepping a foot into a court room. I would Definitely recommend him and would use his services again if ever needed .
Posted by Efren | October 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Best Lawyer in town
A little under two years ago I was pulled over and arrested for possession of marijuana over 4OZ under 5LB and possession of controlled substance over 2G under 4G. I was in a tough situation and I had made the mistake of having my family in the car and that only piled on more with CPS coming in to p...
Posted by Tina | November 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Top notch
I contacted Paul after receiving letter in the mail of something 17 years ago. Paul took care of everything, walked me through what I needed to do, ect. Fast, prompt, professional, top notch, courteous. Just simply a God send.. highly highly recommend for anything you need help with!
Posted by Johnny | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Helped my son
This review is long overdue. I highly recommend Mr. Key. He represented my older son (was the first time my son got into legal trouble). Mr. Key met with us (and my wife) on several occasions and spent quite a lot of time with us. He is very knowledgeable and especially re: the Collin County courts.
Paul Dennis Key's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"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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"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Paul is a great attorney; very knowledgeable and aggressive in his representation of his clients."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 DefensePresident
2014 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Collin County Capital Defense LawyersChair, Scientific Evidence
2012 - 2013
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationTreasurer/Secretary
2003 - 2011
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
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.
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
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Can I expunge my pre-trial diversion record and arrest? I see my record online w/mugshot and my case dismissed.
19 May 2015
Q&A
Criminal trespass on my record. do need to expunge or do nondisclosure?
14 May 2015
Q&A
I have a warrant for my arrest for pbv forgery. How do I keep from going to jail and still resolve this matter?
14 May 2015