William Henry Underwood

William Henry Underwood

also known as Bill Underwood, William Underwood

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 27 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Mckinney, TX
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family

3600 Eldorado Pkwy., Suite B3, Mckinney, TX

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

Driving While Intoxicated, first, second, or third or more offenses. DUI. DWI with Open container in motor vehicle. DWI with Child Passenger. Boating While Intoxicated. Intoxication Assault. Intoxication Manslaughter. Flying While Intoxicated.

27 years

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

Drugs, Robbery, Burglary, Criminal Trespass, Theft, Fraud, Assaultive Offense, Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault of Child, Indecency, Weapons, Gambling, Computer Crimes, Kidnapping, Family Violence, Perjury, Obstruction, Tampering with Evidence, etc.

27 years

30%
Juvenile Law 20%

Children accused of crimes including Sexual Assault, Indecency, Assault, Family Violence, Drugs, Burglary, Robbery, Weapons, Computer Crimes, Arson, Criminal Mischief, Theft, etc.

27 years

20%
Family 10%

Divorce with children, Divorce without children. Separate Property issues, Division of the Community Estate, Enforcements, Child Support, Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship, Modifications of Possession or child support, etc.

27 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 175-375 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 27 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1998

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alaska for 20 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 2005

Suspended

No misconduct found

Location

Underwood & Associates

3600 Eldorado Pkwy., Suite B3, Mckinney, TX, 75070

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William Henry Underwood's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Joseph | November 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

VERY HELPFUL and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Unerderwood & Associates was great throughout my entire DWI case, very honest and sincere. The staff was wonderful and was always ready to anything to help. They made it clear what to expect in court and what was needed to be done before hand. Super knowledgeable! Always keep me informed on the statu...s of my case. I definitely will use them again and will recommend this firm to anyone that needs an attorney.

Posted by Romulo | March 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney in the área.

I hired Mr Williams for my case we currently still working on it but it has been the best choice I have ever made, he is very efficient en professional awesome personality him an Ms Sandy treat me like their family, I so appreciate their kindness an their effort, as soon as the first visit I knew I... was in good hands I strongly recommend Mr Underwood for anyone who needs an effective defense attorney, he’s the men you need standing by your side in the courtroom..

Posted by Matthew | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Representation

As attorneys go, William Underwood is at the top of the list: he's smart, he cares, is very quick on his feet when under pressure, is a good negotiator, and goes the distance in his research. His staff is as dedicated as he is, and communication is spot-on. My initial consultation with Mr. Underw...ood was conducted by telephone, but I heard everything I needed to make the hire decision by the end of the call. Being in a real mess (into which another attorney had needlessly and incompetently gotten me), Underwood stepped-in and explained to me all possibilities and approaches, letting me choose which course of action to take. His advice and capabilities produced the best possible result, and I confidently recommend him very highly.

Posted by Michael | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney Underwood

Attorney Underwood will dig into any case and look for the details that will impact your case! He forwards those details through the proper channels to the necessary attorneys impacting your case. Attorney Underwood then follows up ensuring positive results!

Posted by Jesse | October 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended.

Great firm, very professional and I was guided through all options of the process. Such a great experience I'd refer this Attorney to anyone who needs representation. A+

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William Henry Underwood's Lawyer Endorsements

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Wesley Spencer

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bill is an outstanding lawyer who always looks after the best interest of his clients. Bill is always available to answer a question I might have come up in my own practice, so I know he is always willing to answer whatever questions his clients might have. I highly endorse Bill Underwood."

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Alan Taggart

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, Mr. Underwood is one of the best I know. Zealous, competent, and trustworthy."

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Gene Sera

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bill for a number of years and have seen him communicate with other defense attorneys, prosecutors, judges and clients. He has always demonstrated to me the ability to treat everyone in the Courthouse with dignity and respect."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Client Champion Award Silver, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Client Champion Award Gold, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

Corpus Juris Secundum Award for Excellence in Criminal Law, University of Houston Law Center

1990

Outstanding Student Award, College of Charleston

1990

Fanchon Morrow Condon Award for Academic Excellence, College of Charleston

1990

Dean's List, College of Charleston

1982

Dean's List, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

Work Experience

1999 - 2020

Attorney at Law, Underwood & Associates

Associations

1998 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Admitted

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section

Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Aggravated Sexual Assault of Child

Not Guilty

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Education

1998

University of Houston Law Center

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1990

College of Charleston

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

English

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