Bethel Tewolde Zehaie

Bethel Tewolde Zehaie

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Rating: 4.2

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Arlington, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

2000 East Lamar Blvd Suite 600, Arlington, TX

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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About Bethel

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Zehaie Law offers strategic and skilled representation to defend clients charged with offenses such as drug possession, dwi, assault, and theft. We also assist clients in obtaining occupational driver’s licenses, expunctions, and nondisclosures.

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Family 50%

Bethel Zehaie provides legal representation for divorce , child custody, and child support matters. Cases may be resolved through mediation or litigation.

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 12 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2013

Not Eligible to Practice - Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

Law Office of Bethel T. Zehaie

2000 East Lamar Blvd Suite 600, Arlington, TX, 76006

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Bethel Tewolde Zehaie's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Keidra | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Assault and Family Violence Case

I hired Bethel after being charged with an Assault and Family Violence charge. The courts really weren't giving us much information at first and kept assigning warrants for my arrest, once Bethel was hired I ran through the events of the night in question and Bethel did an AMAZING job working the c...ase and eventually had the case dismissed, we are now in the process of getting the charged expunged... She was great I would recommend here to anyone!

Posted by Darrlyn Carter | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An Angel sent from Heaven

Can you say an angel sent from Heaven. let me tell you that this Woman here is more than an attorney. She make you feel so comfortable and just keep it real with you. She does not sugarcoat the impossible or the possible. She will damn near treat you like family. I had did a lot of reviews on new att...orneys as well as old attorney, And this Attorney had the best reviews out of all the seniority attorneys. And after personally having her as my attorney for my husband. I can definitely see why she has the best reviews. My husband had a 2 to 10 year state jail on him, for the crime that he was incarcerated for. Bethel was able to get his enhancement remove, and not only that he would've had to do a 6 months term but she was able to give him county time and do only 3 months. You cant tell me that she was a angel sent from God. I KNOW the struggle of searching for a reasonable and loyal attorney, and if you don't hired her then you will be the fool. This is the only attorney I've have ever work with who cares about their clients as if it was one of her own family members. Now it don't get no better than that. I trusted and valve her opinion. I put my trust and faith in GOD and BETHAL. and hiring her was the best decision ever. Bethal if you reading this. I can't thank you enough for EVERYTHING you have done for us. If I or any friends and family members in need of an attorney she will be the only attorney I would ever refer to anyone. Thanks Again. You deserve 10 Star!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;0)

Posted by Christopher | August 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Legal Representation

I am well pleased with the results of the cases; both in Dallas, and Tarrant Counties. I was well represented during my time incarcerated, as well as in the courtroom. I am grateful to have my freedom and am looking forward to completing my part of the agreement. Job well done Bethel, and thank you f...or your patience. God Bless...

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Advice and Representation

Bethel is extremely well-qualified and experienced. In my case she has been extremely helpful and went out of her way to be so. She works with a highly-experienced senior attorney and has that resource to rely on as necessary. I'd recommend her to anyone who needs excellent Criminal representation....

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Bethel Tewolde Zehaie's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Lankford

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bethel is a very intelligent, savvy, aggressive attorney. She cares about her clients and truly fights for them. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Phillip Hall

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I see Bethel in the Criminal Courthouse often. I see the way she handles her cases and it is evident that she is a fighter. Bethel is a graduate of the Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming. Her skills reflect that. I would not hesitate to contact Bethel. I endorse this attorney."

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Guy Williams

Family lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Bethel is smart, driven and hardworking. She and I were opposing counsels on a family law matter recently. She taught me a few different things in a short amount of time because of her approach. Ms. Bethel cares a great deal about her clients and will stay up late to make sure she gets the job done. If you're looking for an attorney to represent you, look no further."

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Alyse Donnelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bethel Zehaie is an extremely qualified, intelligent attorney! Throughout law school and beyond she consistently demonstrates her commitment to hard work and excellence!"

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Emem Akpabio

Family lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was an opposing counsel on a family law case with Ms. Zehaie and she was the epitome of professionalism, yet represented her clients interest with great zeal. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Pamela Isaacson

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bethel is an excellent attorney. When we had lengthy contested matter, she was well versed in the law and skilled in productive cross examination. I would recommend her as she is excellent advocate. Despite the fact she was zealous advocate in trial she was reasonable in her approach to try and settle matters outside of trial in an attempt to avoid costly litigation for her client."

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Aaron Graham

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bethel excels in her representation in clients in all matters. She is detail-oriented, and knows how to spot the significant issues that will make or break your criminal case. She's a trial attorney, and that separates her from the majority of attorneys you might see downtown."

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Lacy Kimball

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Monroe Solomon

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bethel works hard for her clients and has a passion for what she does. She is very intelligent and thinks outside of the box to help her clients in every way possible. I endorse Bethel without reservation as an outstanding attorney."

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Devin Auclair

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Zehie is a very intelligent lawyer who works hard for her clients. She is not afraid to dig deep into a case and gather information to insure that justice is achieved for her clients. I would recommend her any day of the week!"

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J. Bush

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It was a real pleasure for me to work with Bethel on a major drug case. She has courtroom "presence" and handles herself well. I think she is a real asset to the profession.I"

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Christopher Lankford

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Experience

Rating:  4.2 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Partially Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2025

updated on 08/26/2025

Partially Probated Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2017

Top 10 Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney at Law, Stickels & Associates, PC

2015 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Office of Bethel T. Zehaie

2014 - Present

Attorney at Law, Stickels & Associates, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Attorney, IWARREN, P.C.

2013 - 2013

Legal Intern, Dallas County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

L. Clifford Davis Legal Association

Parliamentarian

2014 - Present

Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2013 - Present

JL Turner Legal Assocation

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas v. R.W.

Not Guilty on Capital Murder / Guilty on Lesser Included of Murder

in the interest of R.D.K

Client appointed non-parent managing conservator after DNA test shows he is not biolgocal father

State of Texas v. R.R.

Client plead to misdemenor assualt-bodily injury

State of Texas v. E.D.

no-billed by grand jury

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Education

2013

St. Mary's University

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

University of Texas, Arlington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Tigringa

English

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