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  • Fort Worth, TX
  • Licensed for 23 years
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About Brian

Defending the individual against the might and resources of the government is my passion and my calling.  There are far too many criminal laws on the books and, as a result, we basically live in a police state.  I believe very strongly in the vision of our founding fathers, notably Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, that the government should be subservient to the people, not the other way around.  This is why I proudly oppose the government at each and every turn when it seeks to take away my clients' freedom, reputation, or even life.

 

I invite you to visit my website, learn about me and my approach to defending your case, and see and hear some of my my media appearances.  You should always have a good, solid gut feeling about whether a lawyer is right for you.  I look forward to speaking with you, and helping you through what I understand is a very dark time.  I will help you carry your burden, and we will seek the right outcome in your case together.

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Practice areas

Military lawCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 50%

    24 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Military law: 50%

    24 years, 1,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Brian Bouffard, P.C.

909 W. Magnolia Avenue
Suite 6
Fort Worth, TX, 76104

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200305/31/2021
      NCInactive199705/31/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers3
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
      College of the State Bar of TexasState Bar of Texas2011
      Prosecutor of the Year, Camp PendletonNaval Criminal Investigative Service1999
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Owner/AttorneyBrian Bouffard, P.C.2006 - Present
      Assistant District AttorneyTarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office2005 - 2006
      Litigation AttorneyBaron & Budd, A Professional Corporation2003 - 2005
      Senior Defense CounselU S Navy, Judge Advocate General's Corps2000 - 2003
      Trial Counsel (Prosecutor)U S Navy, Judge Advocate General's Corps1997 - 2000
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      U.S. District Court, Eastern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice2011 - Present
      Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember2006 - Present
      Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember2006 - Present
      U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal AppealsAdmitted to Practice2005 - Present
      U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesAdmitted to Practice2005 - Present
      U.S. District Court, Northern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice2004 - Present
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Duke University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1997
      Texas Christian UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1992
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      VeteransHow Did My Client Get "Bad Paper" from the Military and What Can I Do About It?2016
      Fort Worth Rotary ClubHandling Your Traffic Stop2015
      DSO Worldwide ConferenceCross-Examination in Sexual Assault Cases2015
      The Chris Salcedo Show, KSEV Houston TXMilitary Sexual Assault/Harassment2014
      The Grant Stinchfield Show, KLIF Dallas TXMilitary Sexual Assault/Harassment2014
      USN/USMC Military Defense Litigation TrainingUnlawful Command Influence2013
      Front and Center, KCEO San Diego CAUnlawful Command Influence by Marine Commandant2012
      USN/USMC Military Defense Litigation TrainingUnlawful Command Influence2012
      USMC West Coast Defense PMEConducting a Tactical Article 32 Investigation2002
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      United States v. R.C. (Captain, U.S. Army)Discharge under honorable conditions
      State of Texas v. P.B.Low 15-year sentence in murder case
      United States v. R.F. (Petty Officer, U.S. Navy)All charges dismissed after Article 32
      State of Texas v. J.C.Not Guilty of all Charges
      State of Texas v. W.W.Not Guilty of all Charges
      United States v. J.T. (Sergeant, U.S. Army)Guilty; no punitive discharge at sentencing
      State of Texas v. A.K.Not Guilty of all Charges
      United States v. C.O. (Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps)Guilty, 8 year sentence for aggravated sexual assault, indecent acts, and burglary
      United States v. C.H. (Airman, U.S. Air Force)Mixed findings: sentenced to 30 days confinement and no punitive discharge
      State of Texas v. J.M.Hung jury, followed by very favorable plea deal
      United States v. R.R. (Staff Sergeant, U.S. Air Force)Not Guilty of all Charges
      United States v. T.S. (Lance Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps)Not Guilty of Sexual Assault, 3-year sentence on remaining charges

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      Good, Professional, Compassionate Lawyer

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      Brian represented my daughter in an unfortunate felony case. What most impressed me about Brian was his compassion and knowledge. From the first conversation I could tell he really cared about my daughter's case. At the same time he was very realistic and informed me and my daughter of all the options. My daughter's case was eventually dropped to a misdemeanor for which she is serving probation only. He also assisted her with anothe problem that she was having with an old relationship. He was under no obligation to do this but I think he did it truly because he cares about his clients. Brian is truly an exceptional lawyer. I highly recommend him.

      The Best

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      Brian Bouffard represented me in a military case. My case was extremely complex and owe my life to him. After an article 32 hearing the case was dropped and his performance in the hearing was simply amazing. Everyone was in awe and couldn't of asked for a better lawyer to represent my innocence and rights.

      BRIAN BOUFFARD IS A IMPRESSIVE AND BRILLIANT ATTORNEY

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      Brian Bouffard defended my son in a criminal case approximately 2 years ago, after having been highly recommended by another attorney whom I greatly trusted. He was absolutely incredible in my son's defense with an amazing trial presence against the DA, who was literally blown out of the water and even laughed at by the jury. My son was indeed innocent, but had a look-a-like, who used his vehicle in a criminal mischief act. Brian was kind, concerned, methodical and brilliant in trial, as well as before in hearing evidence, as well as thorough investigation of the evidence - THOROUGH! A police officer who handled the case walked into the courtroom strutting and left with his head hung low after he committed perjury about the case, which Brian called him out on. I could not more highly recommend any attorney. Brian is absolutely incredible and a brilliant defender!

      Extremely talented, strategic & aggressive. Best results possible.

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      Brian jumped on our case with a vengeance full of professionalism and knowledge taking a tremendous burden off of us and leaving us with the very best results along with a big sigh of relief. I would recommend Brian to anyone seeking an extremely talented, strategic defense attorney.

      Attorney endorsements

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      Branigan Robertson, Military law Attorney on Jan 10, 2018
      Relationship: Other

      Brian is an excellent lawyer. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a military defense lawyer. You can tell when someone truly loves his job - his service speaks for itself.

      Lisa Haines, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 2, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Brian is a passionate defense attorney who fights hard for his clients. He is very knowledgeable and thoroughly evaluates every case. He finds weakness in the State's case to battle against the prosecutor, whether in negotiations or trial. He is well respected by the prosecutors, fellow defense attorneys and the judges in Tarrant County. He is a warrior.

      David Ashe, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 27, 2017
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Every lawyer who knows Brian thinks the same thing: Do I practice law at his level? Brian doesn't just know the law, he shapes it with his legal work and his input to the entire legal community.

      Michael Cardoza, Military law Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Almost nobody is more enthusiastic about a court fight than Brian Bouffard. He loves it! He makes prosecutors cringe because he has all day to take their case apart. I've seen him in action and it works. I endorse this lawyer!

      Julya Billhymer, Military law Attorney on Jun 9, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Timothy Bilecki, Military law Attorney on Apr 9, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have known and worked with Brian on courts-martial defense cases since 2010. Unquestionably, Brian is an keen trial strategist and a brilliant trial lawyer. So much so that our law firm routinely refers military clients to Brian. We do this because he is passionate about defending those who defend America, isn't scared to take even the toughest matter to trial and routinely wins the unwinnable cases. Brain is truly in the upper echelon of the elite community that have dedicated their practice to defending military service members around the world who have been charged with serious offenses under the UCMJ.

      Sherry R. Armstrong, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 15, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Ryan Hardy, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 20, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Robert von Dohlen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 7, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      William Pruett, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. You will not find a better Criminal Defense Attorney than Brian Bouffard.

      Kara Carreras, Military law Attorney on Jun 12, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Professional, ethical lawyer that is amazingly dedicated to his clients.

      Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 25, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

      Leslie Barrows, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Brandon Barnett, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 21, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I highly endorse this lawyer. Brian Bouffard is both tenacious and relentless in his pursuit of justice. He has a high reputation as an outstanding trial lawyer in both Military and Texas criminal courts.

      Jeffery King, Military law Attorney on Aug 18, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I knew of Brian and his reputation as a fearless, smart advocate before I even met him. Among criminal defense and military attorneys, you would be hard-pressed to find someone better.

      Gene Beaty, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 30, 2013
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.I met him when he was a prosecutor and was very impressed. Later, we worked together defending cases. He is smart, diligent and well spoken. He has earned the respect of judges and other lawyers. He is a fine lawyer who can be trusted to do the job effectively and is easy to work with. Anyone is well served by his representation.

      Jason Howard, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 7, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I highly recommend Mr. Bouffard. His knowledge of criminal law is second to none and he zealously fights for his clients and their best interest.

      Samuel Gazzo, Military law Attorney on Nov 18, 2012
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I worked with Brian for several years and have known him for over a decade. Brian is an exceptionally bright, creative, determined, and effective advocate for his clients. Enthusiastically recommended and endorsed for any and all criminal and military law matters!

      Raymond Beal, Military law Attorney on Oct 9, 2012
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I first met Brian over 12 years ago when we were trial advocates on active duty. Brian was an "old salt" when I checked in as a new Marine judge advocate and I quickly learned that his reputation as the most respected defense counsel on base was well-deserved. He is a highly experienced military justice practitioner, a superb trial advocate and totally committed to his clients. He was highly regarded both by the prosecutors and the judges he practiced before. With Brian as your counsel, you can rest assured you are receiving some of the best representation available!

      Haytham Faraj, Military law Attorney on Jul 30, 2012
      Relationship: Friend

      I endorse this lawyer. Brian established a legendary reputation as a defense lawyer. He had a string of trial victories where we both previously worked that remains untouchable.

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