Brook A. Busbee

Brook A. Busbee

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

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

3300 Oak Lawn Ave., Suite 700, Dallas, TX

About Brook

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

From DWI to Capital Murder North Texas Area Federal and State

46 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 46 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1979

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Brook A. Busbee

3300 Oak Lawn Ave., Suite 700, Dallas, TX, 75219

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Brook A. Busbee's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

Posted by Gregory | February 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Redemption

I was fortunate enough to be represented by Ms Busbee on a bogus assault charge, and had the charges dismissed when my accuser saw that he would likely lose his case. It confirmed for me that justice is possible.

Posted by M.A. | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If zero stars were an option

Ms. Busbee failed my wife in '94 as a state-appointed attorney when the gavel came down to sentence her to CAPITAL murder of a crime she did not commit nor was she an "accomplice" to. Ms. Busbee took 27 years of my wife's life by not researching fully the case, by not thoroughly explaining the compli...cated web of the judicial system to a woman with a less than high school education. My wife never saw her day in court because someone from Ms. Busbee's office fraudulently signed a 'waiver of jury' to expedite the sentencing process. This decision to incarcerate doesn't simply effect the one put behind bars, it effects their family, community and is a poor reflection on this country and its judicial processes. My wife never got the chance to be "Innocent, until proven guilty." She was guilty, and no one ever bothered to prove her innocent. Thank you to Avvo.com in allowing consumers to rate lawyers.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2014

Professional and Honest

I consulted with Ms. Busbee during a time that I had been falsely accused of committing a crime. Without a retainer or formally meeting with me Ms. Busbee and I conversed periodically for about two weeks. During that time she had visited the courtroom on my behalf to retrieve pertinent documentation.... She had then emailed me the facts along with a copy of the document. Ms. Busbee had executed all of the aforementioned without requesting any fee. Unfortunately, I lost contact with Ms. Busbee and decided to allow the courts to provide me with an attorney. That was a big mistake I ended up typing legal documents and performing research on my own. The case was dismissed but I still need to have my record expunged and feel as though that would have been taken care of had I retained Ms. Busbee who is very dedicated and hardworking. I highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2013

No BS attorney...She is THE sh#%!

Mrs. Busbee has been very straight forward with us, even though I've asked probably ask her some of the same ?s in 3 different ways & I even wrote my sons options down. But when your worried about your family... I'm sure she understood. I told her she was the sh%#...I think she already knows it. Sh...e's helped two other people I've refered now they I'm the sh#% and she did all the work! If you want no BS use Mrs. Busbee

Posted by William | February 23, 2012

Consult on appeal, retrial, prosecutorial misconduct and ineffective defense.

We retained Brook Busbee for consultation on our son's rights for appeal and retrial. We also requested information on prosecutorial misconduct, ineffective defense, and the possibllity of obtaining cyber and phone records. Ms. Busbee gave us a very knowledgable, and informative session and has res...ponded to several emails after our session.

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Brook A. Busbee's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Aulbaugh

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Brook is a fantastic lawyer. Her advocacy always results in positive results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Sminu Peter

Unknown lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Brook on multiple criminal cases and I can say that, without a doubt, she knows everything there is to know about defending serious criminal charges. She is the guru as far as I am concerned. What's more, Brook was always willing to answer whatever questions I had as a younger attorney and her willingness to help her peers in that way shows just how much character she has as a person and as an attorney. I am privileged to know her and highly recommend her as one of the most experienced and knowledgeable attorneys in the entire DFW metroplex."

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Suzanne Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Melinda Helsley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brook Busbee helped train me when I first started practicing law. She is very experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to criminal defense. I still go to her anytime I have questions. Her support and guidance continue to make me a better lawyer."

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Caroline Simone

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Brook is an outstanding advocate for her clients and she is exceptional in the courtroom. Her experience and success sets her apart from other defense attorneys. I highly recommend her."

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Macy Jaggers

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brook is an outstanding trial attorney. She is also a valuable mentor to the law students who are lucky enough to study under her. She teaches them not only how to understand and apply the law but, more importantly, how to be an effective legal advocate!"

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Ashkan Mehryari

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Busbee is without doubt one of the top defense attorneys in the DFW metroplex. She is is well known and very highly regarded by both prosecutors and defense attorneys, and she brings her clients a wealth of knowledge and experience."

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Lalon Peale

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Busbee is an amazing criminal defense attorney. She is professional, experienced and extremely intelligent. We tried a Murder case together and I was very impressed with her over all preparation and legal knowledge, which resulted in an extremely positive outcome for the client that no other attorney could have accomplished. Her trial presence is one of confidence and competency which takes over the courtroom. I am disappointed that all I can do is endorse her because she deserves so much more. Nobody could ever go wrong in having Brook represent them in a criminal matter."

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Zachary Burd

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"You cannot have a better person on your side. Brook is a criminal defense guru and an absolute angel. I'd take a bullet for her."

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Michael Howard

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Busbee is an excellent and dedicated lawyer. She works diligently for her clients and is a tireless advocate at trial. Perhaps more than anything, though, she truly cares about her clients, their cases, and their lives."

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Toby Shook

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brooke Busby for my entire career. She is one of the best trial lawyers that I have ever gone up against. She fights hard for her clients in every case and almost always obtains a great result. She has also been a trainer of young lawyers for years."

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Brian Corrigan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brook is an exceptional lawyer. She is also liked and respected by lawyers and judges alike. She is knowledgeable and a great trial advocate."

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Sallye Wilton

Unknown lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Busbee is considered by her peers as one of the brightest minds in the field of criminal defense. Candidly, there are very few criminal defense lawyers in the Dallas area that I would hire if I had criminal charges brought against me. Brook Busbee is at the top of that list. Her skills in the courtroom are almost legendary and her attention to detail is unparalleled. She is personable and approachable, yet fights vigorously for each and every one of her clients. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Sheridan Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brook Busbee is an elite criminal defense attorney- not afraid to try any case, but a strong advocate during pre-trial plea negotiations. She is a wealth of knowledge and experience, having tried everything from misdemeanors to capital murder cases, and I enthusiastically endorse her."

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Douglas Parks

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ms. Busbee for many years and have the highest regard for her ability as a criminal defense lawyer. I would not hesitate to recommend her to family and/or friends."

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Bradley Lollar

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brook and I have worked together on several serious criminal cases, including a Capital Murder case where we successfully kept our client off of death row when the State tried to send him back there after he had already spent twelve years under threat of execution. Brook is always super prepared and is an effective, excellent advocate for her clients."

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Preston Jones

Criminal defense lawyer

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Melinda Helsley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Caroline Simone

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sminu Peter

Criminal defense lawyer

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Macy Jaggers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lalon Peale

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ashkan Mehryari

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zachary Burd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rex Gunter

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Harrison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Howard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Toby Shook

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Corrigan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Douglas Parks

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bradley Lollar

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sheridan Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sallye Wilton

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

100Top Trial Attorneys- Texas, Nationl Trial Attorneys

2012

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2012

College of The State Bar, State Bar of Texas

2007

College of the State Bar, State Bar of Texas

2003

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Adjunct Clinical Professor Criminal Clinic, SMU Dedman School of Law

1981 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Office of Brook A . Busbee

Associations

2007 - Present

DCDLA

Member

1985 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Criminal Law

1983 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Stateof Texas vs. Amado Z

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. K. Y.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. G. L.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. Pablo G.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State vs. Jose G.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State of Texas vs Samuel W.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

United States vs. Gwen B.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State of Texas vs Patricia W.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. Brunice G.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State vs Edward R.

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State Vs. Claudell M********

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. Katherine W**********

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

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Education

1979

University of Texas

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Southern Methodist University

BAS - Bachelor of Applied Studies

Speaking Engagements

2015

Adjunct Clinical Professor

Criminal Defense Clinic

Publications

2012

Private Textbook- Bi-Annual SMU-Dedman School of Law Criminal Justice Clinic Administrative Procedures

Languages

Spanish

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