Walt A. Cleveland

Walt A. Cleveland

also known as Walt Allen Cleveland, Walt Cleveland

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bedford, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Violent Crime

1903 Central Drive Suite 101, Bedford, TX

About Walt

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Misdemeanor and Felony crimes (i.e. burglary, theft, murder, attempted murder, criminal mischief, assault, aggravated assault, unlawful carrying of weapon, resisting arrest, failure to ID, DWI, DUI, drug charges, etc.) Expungment of deferred cases. Juvenile criminal cases.

27 years | 20,000 cases

60%
DUI and DWI 20%

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Walt A. Cleveland Attorney at Law

1903 Central Drive Suite 101, Bedford, TX, 76021

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Walt A. Cleveland's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matt | November 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest, reliable, hardworking & highly capable

Check out Walt's website defensedoneright.com as it communicates his services well. Honest lawyer seems like a paradoxical term but in Walt's case, it's true. I've had experiences with other attorneys where it seems like they just want to get your money & be done with you but Walt seems most interest...ed in helping people...and he's willing to put in the work to do it

Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The attorney who you can count on

Mr. Cleveland has been working on my case for 3 months. He returns my calls promptly and he is always patient with me. He carries out his defense strategic plans step by step with confidence; he again and again proves that I have been wasting my energy to worry about anything. He is the only attorney... who I can trust in my 25 years in business.

Posted by Maggie | August 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Best lawyer and firm in Texas!

Walt and Linda saved my life! They have compassion for their clients and fight hard to give you the best representation possible. Walt and Linda took the time to carefully review my case and got me the best outcome than any other attorneys had to offer. My autistic daughter and I went up to sign pape...rwork, and I was blown away by the amount of time, patients, and professionalism they had with us. Believe me I was frantic and sacred. They make everything so easy for you to continue your life in peace, knowing that they have everything under control. I even got calls back checking in on my child and I on their own time, that's rare! I knew my I intuition was correct knowing this was the firm I wanted to represent me. Best decision I ever made! Highly recommend this firm. They make you feel right at home. Thank you so much Mr. Cleveland and Linda. For saving our lives and taking our case serious from the start. Ten stars!!!

Posted by Dayne | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Man: Better Attorney

Mr. Cleveland was assigned via the justice system to handle my misdemeanor case. I was skeptical of how successful I would be with court-appointed representation, but I was more than blown away with what Walt has done. Not only did he go above and beyond expectations by researching a program I could ...join to get my charge expunged; He also went out of his way to make sure all of my paperwork was in order when it needed to be, and I only had to physically show up for court once through the entire process! I could not be happier with how things turned out. Mr. Cleveland was respectful and truly had my best interest at heart in learning how he could help me. I would recommend his services to anyone who wants to hear (or doesn't)! I couldn't thank him enough.

Posted by Stacy | April 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Patient

Walt & Linda are very patient and willing to talk to me just about anytime of the business day with my silly small or frantic big concerns or questions I have. I don't trust easy, one thing Walt tells me often is to trust him and let him do his job. So far everything he's said to trust him in he ha...s followed through with and has been correct. If you ask a question be prepared to get the honest truth!!! Thank you Walt Cleveland Thank you Linda (allowing me to text you with my questions an concerns)

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Walt A. Cleveland's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Barnes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Walt without reservation. Indeed, if I needed a criminal defense attorney, Walt is the one I would call for help."

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Lisa Haines

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Walt for 16 years. He knows how to get a defendant a great resolution when he or she is arrested. Walt keeps up on changes in criminal laws and works to better represent his clients by attending intensive litigation training. I recommend Walt for any misdemeanor or felony criminal case."

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Sherry R. Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Harber

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have gone to trial with Walt and can attest to his professionalism and court room skill. I can highly recommend Walt for your legal needs."

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Robert Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."

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Kathryn Craven

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patricia Cole

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cynthia Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He sincerely cares about his clients. He is always professional and highly skilled."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Marlaina Whitsitt

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Schneider

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leslie Burgoyne

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I think Walt is one of the most talented criminal defense attorneys I have ever met. If I only knew half of what he knows, I'd be a hell of an attorney."

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Gary Churak

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William Harber

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephan Illa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lydia Dews

Family lawyer

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Lennard Nahajski

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Cohen

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William Housley

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Kathryn Craven

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Patrick Barkman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Preeminent 4.8 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Annual Top Attorneys List, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2004

Annual Top Attorneys List, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2002

Annual Top Attorneys List, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

Work Experience

2008 - 2014

National Services Coordinator, Concealed Handgun License Protection Plan

1999 - 2001

Assistant District Attorney, Johnson County District Attorney

Associations

2004 - Present

The College of the State Bar

Member

2001 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1999 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Griffin

All charges dismissed prior to trial.

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Education

1999

Texas A&M University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Dallas Baptist University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Monthly Meeting

What Problems Do We Have With The Criminal Justice System and How Did We Get Here?

2010

Annual Meeting of Texas Concealed Handgun License Instructors Assoc.

Deadly force, Civil rights & recent court decisions as related to self defense

Publications

2008

Privateer Publications The Concealed Handgun Manual (quoted)

Languages

English

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