Alan Kramer Taggart

Alan Kramer Taggart

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at McKinney, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation, Car Accidents

2490 W. White Avenue, McKinney, TX

About Alan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

I have been a Prosecutor, a Public Defender and in private practice defending every type of criminal accusation for over twenty years. As a board certified attorney it would be my pleasure to assist you with any issues that may face you or your family.

38 years

35%
Family 35%

I have been actively involved in family law since 1994. While many of my cases are amicable and agreed. Many others are hotly contested custody cases. Regardless of the nature of the case we strive to maintain a dignified professionalism without ever losing sight of the rights of our clients and the best interests of any children before the court.

38 years

35%
Litigation 25%

Most of my cases involve litigation of one type or another, I am a court room lawyer.

38 years

25%
Car Accident 5%

While I have listed car accident cases , we handle all types of tort claims, many of which also fall into the Family or Criminal law categories.

32 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-375 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 37 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1988

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Location

The Law Offices of Alan Kramer Taggart

2490 W. White Avenue, McKinney, TX, 75071

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Alan Kramer Taggart's Reviews

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Posted by Gayla | November 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Child-support

I interview more than 10 lawyer since I got divorced , The most knowledgeable smart , hard worker , dedicated , awesome lawyer . I ever worked with , is mr. Taggart. He accept my case two days before my court date , and he did that fantastic awesome job on my case . He's amazing lawyer and I highly... recommend him . Gayla

Posted by Tammy | August 04, 2010 | Criminal Defense

BEST ATTORNEY AROUND!

Alan Taggart was referred to me and omg was he worth every dollar spent. I have used other attorneys in the past for things and no one has come near doing what this man done for my son. I'd say if its serious and you JUST CANT loose then hire him. I tried not to wear him out talking to him on the ...phone because I know he's busy and time is money but he always kept me informed every step of the way, even if it was just texting, which I didnt mind at all. Atleast he would do that when other attorneys wont even call you back even after days of calling and their receptionists just cover for them. Im sure not all are like that but I just havent been involved with any one that would call back until this attorney. I just cant say any other attorney could have done what this man done for my son (with a little help from the man upstairs). Alot of other young men would be sitting in prison right now and my son is out and doing very well and has been ever since. He realised he was so close to prison over this that it really scared him straight as they say. Alan Taggart definately knows the law and is very easy to deal with. It says "do you recommend this attorney"? ABSOLUTELY!!!

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Alan Kramer Taggart's Lawyer Endorsements

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J. Whitten

Litigation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alan is a consummate professional who works hard for his clients and is respectful of their time and money, and doesn't do "busy work" just to run up fees. If you are interviewing lawyers, you owe it to yourself to talk to Alan before you make a decision."

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Bryan Reo

General practice lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Alan is a good guy to brainstorm with or bounce legal ideas off of. He is sharp and knows what he is talking about."

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Joshua Andor

Family lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gene Sera

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Alan for years. I have regularly seen him communicate with clients and prosecutors at the courthouse. We have also had discussions concerning pending matters in Collin County and current case law here in Texas. Alan is a trusted friend and a fantastic resource in legal matters. I know he does everything he possibly can to defend his clients. You cannot go wrong if you consult Alan regarding legal matters here in Collin County or elsewhere in Texas."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Dana Palmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alan Taggart fights hard for his clients. I would trust him to help my clients if they needed a great defense attorney."

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Jason Van Dyke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Alan for any criminal defense matter."

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Maria Tu

Family lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Meisinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Collins

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Besides being an excellent passionate family lawyer he is also a great criminal defense lawyer."

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John Gioffredi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Alan for several years. He has always impressed me with his diligence and his genuine concern for his clients. He's extremely competent and won't back down from a court room fight. When the going gets rough, you'd want Alan in your corner!"

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Andor

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Rebecca Collins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner and Senior Attorney, The Law Offices of Alan Kramer Taggart

1991 - 1995

Infantry Officer, Platoon leader, Company Executive Officer, U.S.Army

1990 - 1994

Attorney, Dallas County Public Defender's Office

1988 - 1989

Prosecuting Attorney, Collin County Criminal District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District for Texas

Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

American Bar Association

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Education

1988

Texas Tech University

Languages

German

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