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Ben Dodson Leonard
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Biography
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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Licensed in Texas for 31 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
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Location
Law Offices of Ben Dodson Leonard
916 W. Belknap St., Fort Worth, TX, 76102
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Posted by Racheal | June 11, 2015 | Child Abuse
VERY SATISFIED!!!
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, ...
Ben Leonard
Replied last June 11, 2015This 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.
Ben Dodson Leonard's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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 Ben. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"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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"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. As fine a trial lawyer as I have seen."
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Experience
Honors
2014
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
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
Sample of Legal Cases
Assault-Family Violence
Dismissed
Aggravated Assault-Deadly Weapon
Not Guilty
Capital Murder Prosecution - Tarrant County
Death
Capital Murder Defense - Tarrant County
Not Guilty
Capital Murder Defense - Tarrant County
Guilty of a lesser offense
Capital Murder Prosecution - Tarrant County
Death
Capital Murder Prosecution - Tarrant County
Death
Felony Jury Trials
various
DWI Jury Trials
various
Plea Negotiations
various
Education
1994
Baylor University School of Law
J.D. (Doctor of Jurisprudence)
1991
University of Texas - Arlington
B. A. (Bachelor's Degree)
Speaking Engagements
2006
Basic Trial Skills Conference
Faculty Advisor
2005
Texas Department of Protective & Regulatory Services
Duty to Report Child Abuse for Professionals
2005
TCDLA Sexual Assault Conference
Preparing the Child Abuse Case
2005
Basic Trial Skills Conference
Faculty Advisor
2005
Advanced Trial Skills Confernece
Cross Examination
2004
Texas Department of Protective & Regulatory Services
Duty to Report Child Abuse for Professionals
2004
TDCLA Sexual Assault Conference
Preparing the Child Abuse Case
2004
Basic Trial Skills Conference
Opening Statement
2003
Basic Trial Skilld Conference
Faculty Advisor
2002
Basic Trial Skills Conference
Faculty Advisor
2001
Basic Trial Skills Conference
Faculty Advisor
2000
Basic Trial Skills Conference
Faculty Advisor
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
State Jail 80/20
01 Feb 2021
Q&A
Will my juvenile record show up on FBI backround check?
07 Sep 2020
Q&A
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