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Edit: I am now retired as of December 2017 but I do take a case from time to time. If I can’t take your case I will hel you find the right lawyer.
I defend people charged in criminal cases in all counties of North Texas. In twenty years of practice, I have tried no fewer than 200 felony criminal jury trials with charges ranging from Driving While Intoxicated, Sexual Assault, Aggravated Assault, Robbery to Capital Murder. I have tried more than 160 misdemeanor jury trials. I have been directly involved in prosecuting or defending more than 12,000 criminal cases.
As a former Chief Prosecutor, Staff Attorney and Crimes Against Children Prosecutor in the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office, I know how to put a case together and I can pick a case apart.
I represent clients with integrity, honsety and zeal. I return every letter and phone call. I keep clients informed about the progress of their case, the facts and the law. Please call or come in for a free consultation.
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Acquired: 1994
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916 W. Belknap St., Fort Worth, TX, 76102
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Posted by Jennifer C. | February 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
It's quite scary facing criminal charges. I have complete trust in Ben Leonard. He doesn't judge what you have done or been acuused of doing on criminal cases. He sincerely cares for you as a human being and does everything in his power to get charges dropped or lessoned to much lesser degree of offe...
It is always rewarding to have someone say such nice things. I am pleased when we can deliver good results. In your case I knew if I could just make the DA see you as I do all would be well. I am especially glad you mentioned my legal assistant Rachel because she is such a shining star in the law firm. She is bright, highly educated in the legal field and a great source of information and comfort for our clients. We both wish you all the best!
Posted by Heather | December 20, 2014
Mr. Leonard helped my son get deferred adjudication and explained why he was not eligible for other programs the court has. He was honest, on time, informative, caring, easy to reach , personable and he was assigned to us by the court. If in the future if we should need his assistance we will gladl...
Mine is profession where we actually hope not to have repeat customers but the fact that you would not only come back but feel strongly enough to recommend me to others is professionally satisfying. At this point, your son may already be eligible for early release from probation. Best wishes!
Posted by Ameet | February 14, 2014
I hired Mr. Leonard for a dwi and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charges. Before hiring Mr. Leonard I had met with a few lawyers and he was the only one that made me feel very comfortable in achieving the best possible outcome for my cases. He by far exceeded my expectations, a...
Thank you very much. It was a pleasure to work hard for you and an even greater pleasure to achieve an outstanding result.
Posted by Brandy | February 12, 2014
Ben Leonard did an amazing job on my case he gave me a second chance he's truly an angel he is a very sweet person he help me get my GED and then he talk me into going to cosmetology school because that is all I wanted to do my whole life but I never could because I had no high school diploma but th...
Thank you for your very kind words. I am pleased I was able to help you achieve your goals! Best wishes and God bless you
Posted by Racheal | October 9, 2012
Mr Leonard tried a case for me and did a very wonderful job resulting in a conviction. It was a child abuse (sexual abuse) case and he kept me very informed and kept in touch with me about what was going on. I was the victim. Of course that was back before he went into paractice in his own office, ...
This young lady had a rough time. I handled her case as a prosecutor and I'm so glad she has overcome so many hardships to become the person she is today.
"It is my pleasure to endorse Ben Leonard. I first met Ben almost 20 years ago when he was a Tarrant County Assistant District Attorney. Ben is extremely knowledgeable in the area of criminal law and is well respected among fellow defense lawyers, prosecutors and the judiciary. With his extensive criminal trial experience, Ben is the "go to guy" if you have been charged with a criminal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dodson is well versed in Texas criminal law and procedure and is an excellent lawyer"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a very talented lawyer, and was my felony court chief when I was with the DA's office. I learned a great deal from him and to this day I value his advice. He will do a great job for his clients."
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top Lawyers Of Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine
2005
Crimes Against Children Prosecutor, Tarrant County District Attorney Office
2011 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Ben Leonard, PLLC
2007 - 2010
Staff Attorney, Law office of Jim Shaw
1995 - 2007
Chief Felony Prosecutor, Tarrant County District Attorney
1994 - 1995
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of Bill Leonard
2008 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1994 - 2007
Texas District and County Attorneys AssociationMember
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1994
J.D. (Doctor of Jurisprudence)
1991
B. A. (Bachelor's Degree)
2006
Faculty Advisor
2005
Duty to Report Child Abuse for Professionals
2005
Preparing the Child Abuse Case
2005
Faculty Advisor
2005
Cross Examination
2004
Duty to Report Child Abuse for Professionals
2004
Preparing the Child Abuse Case
2004
Opening Statement
2003
Faculty Advisor
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Faculty Advisor
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Faculty Advisor
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Faculty Advisor
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State Jail 80/20
01 Feb 2021
Will my juvenile record show up on FBI backround check?
07 Sep 2020
I was charged with possession of controlled substance under a gram and in process for dismissal will this still stick with me?
18 Jun 2020