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Brian John Willett
About Brian
Biography
I am a graduate of the University of Iowa with a BS in Biology/Science Education. While I attended Iowa I served as a research and teaching assistant for the Education and Biology Departments. After graduation I attended Memphis State University of Law. I was a member of our National Mock Trail team, graduation speaker and President of my graduating class. Since graduation I have practiced only as a criminal defense attoreny looking out for the rights of the individual accused. I never was a former prosecutor who backed the lying police and bias system one day and then claimed that I was looking out for the best interests of a person accused when I became a defense attorney the next day. I was Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization the first year I was eligble for such honor (1997) and followed it up by receiving my Board Certification in Juvenile Law in 2006. I am the only attorney officed in Tarrant County who is certifed in these two areas of law and 1 of only12 attroneys, 90,000 total, Certified in Criminal and Juvenile Law in the State of Texas.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Domestic Violence
25%
35 years | 1,500 cases
Juvenile Law
25%
35 years | 1,750 cases
Criminal Defense
20%
35 years | 2,000 cases
Immigration
20%
10 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 33 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Willett Law PLLC
219 S Collins St., Arlington, TX, 76010
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Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Zero star rating. POOREST
This is my zero star review. In my opinion I would not hire this lawyer. I read some Google reviews where he was threatening legal action on innocent bystanders for posting bad reviews on him and exercising their freedom of speech. So im sure the real truth of bad reviews are being suppressed by ...
Posted by Mike | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
DO NOT HIRE!
This guy does NOT deserve even a one star rating. I made the mistake of relying on these " suspect" good reviews online about this attorney Brian Willet.....and I regret hiring this guy. He couldn't even obtain a police report over several months
Posted by Maria | August 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Maria Russell
I was accused of maceing a lady and her son I knew that I was not guilty but I was still worrying about it but Brian told me not to worry if I tell you that he is Beast he is such an excellent Attorney I recommend him very, very highly I can't write everything about him because there is not enough ro...
Posted by Anthony | January 22, 2019
Amazing
He responded very quickly and with a very clear answer to my questions, he was very detailed in telling me where I would be in the right and wrong.
Posted by Joyce | August 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Brain Williette
Brain Willett represented me throughout my case and my case was dismissed.
Brian John Willett's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this Brian without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Brian on several matters including a capital murder. Brian is always prepared and very knowledgeable on the law."
"I have known Brian for many years. He is an outstanding trial lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in Criminal law and Juvenile law. I recommend him highly to anyone."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Top 10 Attorney Immigration Law, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Top 100 Domestic Violence Law, Association of American Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Top 100 Attorneys U.S., Top 100 Attorneys U.S.
2006
Board Certification, Board Certified Juvenile Law
2003
Tarrant County Top Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine
2002
Texas Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
1997
Board Certification, Board Certified Criminal Law
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Owner, Willett Law Office PLLC
1995 - 2002
Criminal Dept. Supervisor, Bailey & Galyen
1992 - 1995
Attorney, Dallas County Public Defender's Office
Associations
1992 - Present
NCDLA, TCDLA, TCCDLA
Education
1991
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of Iowa
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
WSVA Radio- Harrisonburg VA
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
2014
WKKC 89.3 FM Radio Chicago IL
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
2014
WHK The Advocate 1420 AM-Cleveland OH
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
2014
Liberty Watch Radio KVOI AM 1030 Tucson AZ
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
2014
Donna Seebo Show, Lakewood WA
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
2014
570 AM KLIF Radio, Dallas TX
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
Publications
2014
Outskirts Press
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse 3rd Edition
2014
Expert Beacon
Expert Beacon
2012
Texas Bar Journal
Juvenile Law vs. Criminal Law
2012
Prairie Dog Advanced Criminal Law Seminar
Practical Distinctions between Juvenile and Criminal Law
2011
State Bar of Texas Advanced Juvenile Law Seminar
Ethical Considerations and Practical Distinctions between Juvenile and Criminal Law
2002
Blind Justice Publications
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse 2nd Edition
2000
Blind Justice Publications
Ignorance of the Law is No Excuse
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I withdraw n400 case after interview before rfe reply can effect my greencard renewal rfe regarding my two years with legal
23 Dec 2021
Q&A
What would happen if I just go to court for a dui arrest, and plead guilty, and go on the mercy of the court without a lawyer?
30 Jul 2018
Q&A
I was order to get a breathalyzer in my car. My daughter and I share the car would that be a problem for her?
30 Jul 2018