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4.9 /5.0
111 Client Reviews
$ 500-650 per hour
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Frank Sellers
also known as Thomas Franklin Sellers
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About Frank
Biography
Voted 6x Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars in Texas. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10. We will FIGHT for you!
Not Guilty Verdicts in DWI-Breath & DWI-Blood Cases. Over 100 DWIs Dismissed. Call 817-968-1256
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Voted Top 100 SuperLawyer Rising Stars. AV Preeminent Rated & AVVO 10/10
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
15%
14 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
14 years | 1,000 cases
Federal Crime
10%
14 years | 100 cases
Personal Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2022 2021
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8
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Felony charges dismissed
I called Westfall-Sellers after a lunatic relative accused me of strangling her. It was a complete lie, so I went in to speak to the police without an attorney, which was a mistake. After I told them what happened, they started reading me my rights, but had told me I was free to leave at any time, so...
Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Would hire again
Mr.Sellers and his team made me feel confident when handling my case. I live out of state now and the concerns I had; they made me feel at ease. This can be a scary time and Mr. Sellers showed compassion and patience when on calls. His team kept me informed and updated regularly and I appreciate thei...
Posted by A.King | February 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Not Guilty!
Frank Sellers was referred to us by a family member to help with my DWI case. I was safely parked on the side of the road when a sheriff pulled up behind me, my evening went downhill from there. After explaining the facts of the event to Mr.Sellers he was confident he could help me fight it and immed...
Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Criminal defense attorney in DFW
Frank Sellers handled my case exceptionally, he is an exemplary attorney who truly cares about his clients and gives you his absolute dedication at all times. Frank is an attorney that you can truly trust and he has a professional way of putting you at ease in the difficult position you are in. He is...
Posted by Chase | February 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Good man and a great lawyer
I had and 2nd DWI charge that had been pending for 2 years. Frank Sellers believed in my case and ceaselessly fought for an favorable outcome and in the end he did just that. His determination in my case was appreciated by myself and my family but also acknowledged by the presiding judge for the cour...
Frank Sellers's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brilliant lawyer, exceptional results!"
"Frank is a dedicated and passionate appellate attorney. He has an immense knowledge and understanding of the law that equates to wonderful representation for his clients. Whether it's a federal or state, writ or appeal, Frank gets it done. I highly endorse him as an attorney."
"Frank is a dedicated advocate for his clients who stays on the cutting edge of ever-changing world DWI defense. He is one of the "go-to" criminal defense attorney in the Lubbock area."
"I have had the privilege of working with Frank on a matter. He advised our client in an expert and authoritative manner. I endorse this lawyer."
"Frank Sellers is one of the fiercest young lawyers I've ever been around. The boldness with which he represents his clients is inspiring. But it's not empty chest beating... Frank also has a brilliant legal mind and always employs a calculated, informed approach. It doesn't hurt that he has surrounded himself with some pretty fantastic veteran attorneys as well! You simply cannot go wrong by hiring Frank Sellers!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Frank is a rising star working for one of the top criminal-defense firms in Lubbock. Frank has trial experience, a solid understanding of the legal system, and he is involved in criminal-defense at the highest levels in this state. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Having known Frank for some time, I am comfortable saying that he has tremendous talent and a fearless approach to trial work, all of which make him a great advocate for his clients. He has that unique natural ability to communicate in a manner that leads juries to not guilty verdicts. A real asset to his clients and the bar."
"I went to law school with Frank and served on a trial team with him. He is very knowledgeable in his field. I gladly recommend him."
"Mr. Sellers is an excellent attorney and advocate for his clients. He is zealous and sincere in working to achieve justice. He is an all around asset to the Lubbock community and the Lubbock Defense Bar."
"Frank is a rising star in the criminal defense community in the State of Texas. Frank is a WARRIOR for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I went to law school with Frank, and since I have known him, his professionalism, ethics, and motivation have been his most renowned character traits. Any time I have clients with potential criminal charges, I recommend that they contact Frank immediately with no hesitation. I am honored to know Frank, and I offer my most humble endorsement to him with no reservations, both as an attorney, and as a friend."
"Frank Sellers is a first class defense attorney, one of the best in the area. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney skilled in the art of criminal defense."
"I endorse Mr. Sellers as a superb criminal attorney in Texas."
"Frank is a real rising star. He is the youngest and bravest attorney in Lubbock that I know. He is routinely "pulling the rabbit out of the hat" by winning verdicts in cases that no one should win. He's diligent in his studying and fearless in the courtroom. Makes for a great trial attorney and any client should be lucky to have him fighting for them."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Voted to Top 100 Texas SuperLawyers RisingStars List, Thomson Reuters
2019
Voted to Top 100 Texas SuperLawyers RisingStars List, Thomson Reuters
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2015
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - 2023
Partner, Westfall Sellers
2013 - 2016
Partner, Hurley, Guinn & Sellers
2011 - 2013
Associate, Hurley & Guinn
Associations
2015 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationDWI Resource Committee Co-Chairman
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyer's AssociationFounding Member
2013 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2013 - Present
Texas Aggie Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPresident-Elect
2013 - 2014
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationCo-chair of Young Lawyers & Law Student Committee
2013 - 2020
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2012 - 2015
Lubbock County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2014
National College of DUI DefenseMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Texas v. J.L.V.
Not Guilty of Murder (Self Defense)
Texas v. P.C.
Not Guilty of Capital Murder (Self Defense, Castle Doctrine)
Texas v. N.N.
Not Guilty of DWI Over 0.15
Texas v. D.H.
Not Guilty of Murder (Self Defense)
Texas v. D.W.
NOT GUILTY of Murder in 90 minutes
Texas v. E.K.
.176 Blood Test NOT GUILTY
Texas v. F.M.
Gambling Charges Dismissed
Texas v. F.A.
DWI Dismissed for Violation of Speedy Trial Rights
Texas v. __ (expunged)
0.18 Blood Test NOT GUILTY in less than 1 hour
State v. B.R.
Jury found client NOT GUILTY of DWI in 45 minutes.
State v. J.M.
Murder charge dismissed by Texas Attorney General
State v. J.B.
Tarrant County jury found client Not Guilty of DWI
Texas v. G.V.
0.129 Blood Test - Not Guilty in 45 Minutes
State v. S.B.
Assault Family Violence Dismissed; Medical Board Investigation Dismissed
State v. A.M.
DWI w/ BAC >0.15 REDUCED to Obstruction of a Highway
State v. T.R.
0.19 Breath Test — 23-Minute NOT GUILTY
State v. J.M.
Jury Questioned 0.12 Blood Test and Found Client Not Guilty of DWI & UCW.
State v. J.B.
Jury Found Client Not Guilty on ALL Charges (Continuous Sexual Abuse, Aggravated Sexual Assault, and Indecency with a Child)
State v. A.G.
Jury Found Client Not Guilty of DWI w/ 0.13 Breath Test
State v. S.C.
Intoxication manslaughter dismissed; client placed on deferred adjudication probation and no jail time
State v. S.T.
DWI Dismissed. Client given probation on Obstruction of a Roadway
State v. T.S.
All felonies dismissed; client given time-served on misdemeanor marijuana conviction; All but $10,000.00 returned to client
State v. R.S.
DWI Dismissed. Client offered deferred adjudication on Obstruction of a Roadway
State v. D.A.
Not Guilty of Felony Assault; Served 6 months on misdemeanor probation and released
Burnett v. State
Highest Criminal Court in Texas Reversed Conviction and Ordered New Trial
State v. A.Z.
Assault Family Violence & Interfering w/ 911 Call Dismissed
State v. M.M.
Trial court granted motion for DNA testing
State v. G.L.
Assault Family Violence x2 Dismissed
State v. M.P.
Veteran client allowed to continue on probation — No prison time
State v. --
Client acquitted of murder. Record expunged.
IRS & FBI Investigation
No federal charges filed on accusations of Fraud and Tax Evasion
State of Texas v. T.M.D.
Capital Murder: Hung Jury (6 Not Guilty v. 6 guilty) after 4-week jury trial
State v. E.M.
Criminally Negligent Homicide Charge Dismissed
State v. RF
Jury found Client Not Guilty of DWI w/ BAC Over 0.15
S.V. v. State
62-year Prison Sentence Reversed; Client re-sentenced to 12 years (non aggravated time)
State v. A.R.
Judge entered a judgment of acquittal on one count. Jury found client “Not Guilty” on all other counts in less than 45 minutes.
State v. Z.B.
Felony reduced to misdemeanor Evading arrest, client given deferred adjudication probation; Aggravated Assault, Felony Evading, Possession of Prohibited Weapon Dismissed
State v. --
State dismissed the case before beginning the second day of trial.
State v. --
Jury found client "Not Guilty" in less than 30 minutes. Arrest Record Expunged.
State v. D.M.
Jury found client “Not Guilty” in 25 minutes.
Education
2011
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Texas A&M University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Unleashing Your Inner Beast: Defending Those Accused
Armed with the Best Tools: Efficient, Simple, and Successful Uses of Technology in the Courtroom
2018
Unleashing your Inner Beast: Defending Those Accused
Communicating with the 21st Century Audience
2018
Jury Selection & Communicating with Jurors — A Program For The Defense
Communicating with the 21st Century Jury
2018
Anatomy of A Trial
Reframing the Issue: Tylenol, Cyanide and the Burden of Proof
2018
Advanced Criminal Law Course
Hacking & Tracking: Cell Phones for Lawyers
2018
31st Annual Rusty Duncan Advanced Criminal Law Course
Discovery of Digital Data and Social Media
2017
State Bar Advanced Criminal Law
Hacking and Tracking: Cell Phones for Lawyers
2017
Prairie Dog Lawyer's Advanced Criminal Law Seminar
Social Media in the Courtroom
2017
2017
Jury Selection & Communicating with Jurors — A Program For The Defense
Communicating w/ the 21st Century Jury
2017
Forensics
Social Media Evidence
2017
30th Annual Rusty Duncan Advanced Criminal Law Seminar
Social Media in the Courtroom
2017
10th Annual DWI Defense Project
Jury Selection in a DWI Blood Test Case
2016
Upholding Justice One Client at a Time
DWI Quick & Dirty: How to Defend a Breath Test, Blood Test, or No Test DWI for the True Defense Lawyer
2016
Training for the Private Defender's Office
Fundamentals of Jury Selection
2016
Texas State Bar Advanced Criminal Law Seminar
Social Media in the Courtroom
2016
Stuart Kinard Advanced DWI Seminar
Cross Examination of a DWI Arresting Officer
2016
Jury Selection and Communicating with Jurors: A Program for the Defense
Communicating with the 21st Century Jury
2016
Criminal Defense Trial Skills Course
Social Media in the Courtroom
2016
Beating the Drum for Justice - Laredo
Technology in the Courtroom
2015
Upholding Justice One Client at a Time
Communicating With the 21st Century Jury
2015
Upholding Justice One Client at a Time
DWI Quick & Dirty
2015
Taste of Voir Dire
Jury Selection in a DWI Case Demonstration
2015
Criminal Defense Trial Skills & Trial Law Program
How to Better Manage Your Practice In Court and Out
2014
Trial Strategies That Work
Opening Statements
2013
Trial Strategies That Work
Pretrial Investigations
2013
The Ultimate Voir Dire Seminar
Jury Selection in a DWI with a Blood Test
2013
Gideon's Trumpet Speaker Series
DWI Quick and Dirty: How To Defend a Breath Test, Blood Test, Or No Test DWI for the True Defense Lawyer
2013
32nd Annual Prairie Dog Advanced Criminal Law Seminar
Battling the Breath Test
Publications
2017
Voice for the Defense (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association)
Social Media Evidence
2014
The Voice (TCDLA))
Winning Opening Statements
2013
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Battling the Breath Test
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers