Gary L. Medlin

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Gary L. Medlin

also known as The Medlin Law Firm, PLLC

4.7
70 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +5 more

1300 S University Dr #318, Fort Worth, TX

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About Gary

Biography

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Board Certified With A Passion For Justice. Call For A Free Consultation.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 14%

34 years | 1,137 cases

14%
DUI and DWI 14%

14%
Expungement 14%

14%
Immigration 14%

14%
Sex Crime 14%

14%
Violent Crime 14%

14%
White Collar Crime 14%

14%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2019
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 42 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1983

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Medlin Law Firm

1300 S University Dr #318, Fort Worth, TX, 76107

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The Medlin Law Firm

2550 Pacific Ave #866, Dallas, TX, 75226

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Gary L. Medlin's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Top notch team, professional and personable

I remember looking for lawyers through associates and not finding much luck. I googled “best criminal lawyers in Texas” and up popped the Medlin law firm. My first impression was a great one— I had left a voicemail for the office and Gary Medlin himself called me back after hours to discuss my case. ...(Talk about dedication) I was looking at a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance. I am still young and have much to accomplish, so a charge like that really could have put a damper on my dreams. Other lawyers I had spoken with told me more than likely they could have my charge dropped to a misdemeanor— but that wasn’t good enough for me. Gary Medlin and his team of lawyers ultimately got my charges DISMISSED and in route for expungement. I cannot thank this firm enough for their professionalism and diligence. If you want lawyers and paralegals you can trust, call the Medlin law firm. Thank you again!

Gary Medlin

Replied last June 18, 2020

Thanks for the kind words. We were so happy we were able to get your case dismissed and that we will be able to expunge all the records of the arrest and your case. This will allow you to have the future you were planning on. Good luck in everything!

Posted by Freddy | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Medlin Law Firm Case Dismissal

I would like to thank the Medlin Law Firm for there honesty and for helping me get my case dismissed. They were upfront about how long my case would take and quick to respond to questions I had during this difficult and embarrassing time. I surely would recommend Medlin Law Firm to anyone that is in... need of a professional law firm.

Gary Medlin

Replied last April 28, 2020

Thanks for the endorsement! We were so pleased to get your case dismissed and achieve the result you wanted and deserved. Now we will be able to expunge this matter and restore your good name and clean record. Thanks again for the privilege of representing you!

Posted by Pamela | April 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Will Gallagher

I have a child with a disability and was wrongfully accused of child endangerment by a school. When I explained my case to Will he answered all of my questions and gave me hope for a dismissal. Will was very professional and polite. He didn’t doubt my innocence, which gave me a huge sense of relief. ...Because of Will, my case was dismissed! Thank you! I would strongly recommend the Medlin Law Firm for legal representation!

Posted by Jose | March 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great Job

They took care of my case really good. I was really nervous with my case but they helped me go thru the whole process. As my first time hiring a lawyer everything went well. From my experience I recommend hiring the medlin law firm.

Gary Medlin

Replied last March 18, 2020

Jose, we are happy that your case turned out well and that you are pleased. Thanks for the kind words. It was a pleasure to help you. Good luck in the future!

Posted by anonymous | February 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Felony Case

I was charged with a third degree felony involving fraud, credit card abuse, identity theft and elderly exploitation- punishable up to ten years in prison. I did not know what my rights were or anything about the laws of a felony crime. I chose the Medlin Law Firm because from the start they starte...d assisting me with my case and advised me of my rights and what my options were. We took the case to trial against one of the toughest DA’s in Tarrant County. Matt did an Amazing job keeping me informed the entire time. Matt and Dean worked non stop on my case and never backed down at trial. They were so knowledgeable of the law and the two of them were the perfect calm before the storm. The verdict was NOT GUILTY. I urge you to call the Medlin Law Firm for any legal trouble you may have. The entire staff is friendly, welcoming and very informative. BM

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Gary L. Medlin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Will Gallagher

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gary hired me to work for him after spending four years in the District Attorney's office in Tarrant County. Since working for Gary I have learned so much and can truly vouch for his expertise in Criminal Law. He understands the client always comes first and will fight to extremes in order to get the best result for the client as possible."

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Thomas Weber

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Gary at a conference. As a fellow criminal defense lawyer in a different state, I was interested in knowing how criminal laws operate in Texas. I was able to discern that Gary knows what he is talking about with regard to DUI and other criminal laws. If I had a client in Texas I would recommend to Gary."

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Alfredo Lozano

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gary is not only dedicated to his clients, but his vast knowledge of criminal law and the courts put him at the top of his field. I happily endorse Mr. Medlin."

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Sherry R. Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Gary for many years. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients and is extremely knowledgeable."

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Lawrence Boyd

Unknown lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Gary Medlin is a "stand-up" criminal lawyer and the "go-to" lawyer in Tarrant County for ALR hearings. I have regularly hired him as local counsel in Fort Worth and I will continue to do so."

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Tom Hill

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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M. Krugler

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Gary Medlin for the better part of the past 20+ years. Highly intelligent and super conscientious, Gary genuinely cares about taking care of the rights of his clients. Further, his personal and professional integrity is beyond reproach. I would trust him with any referral involving a criminal matter. If for whatever reason, he believed that due to his caseload, time constraints or any other limitation that he was not the best possible attorney for the case, I know he'd make sure the client got into the hands of the person best equipped to help. In short, my endorsement is simply unequivocal. M Beth Krugler, JD MS Attorney-Mediator Former President, Tarrant Bar Assoc."

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J. Trichter

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Wonder

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gary is a gentleman and a scholar who helped me out recently when I was in a bind and needed some help on a case that had some Texas implications. He was Johnny on the spot, interrupted his weekend, and followed through perfectly. I am glad not only to call him a colleague, but also my friend."

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Will Gallagher

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Cayce

Appeals lawyer

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Joshua Peacock

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Dean Miyazono

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Wonder

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Alfredo Lozano

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Sherry R. Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bruce Ashworth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tom Hill

Family lawyer

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Tom Hill

Family lawyer

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M. Krugler

Mediation lawyer

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W. McKinney

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Deandra Grant

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Douglas Wilder

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Burrows

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lawrence Boyd

DUI and DWI lawyer

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J. Trichter

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Harris

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2015

Superior Trial Achievement, Texsa DWI Defense Lawyers Association

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner, The Medlin Law Firm

1900 - Present

Member, The Medlin Law Firm

1983 - 1992

Assistant District Attorney, Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney Office

Associations

2019 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Vice President

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

2007 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Fellow

2003 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

2002 - Present

Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas

1993 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1993 - Present

American Bar Association

1990 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

2015 - 2016

Tarrant County Bar Association

Director

2014 - 2014

Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2011 - 2012

State Bar of Texas

Chair, District Seven Grievance Committee

1993 - 1995

State Bar of Texas

Penal Code and Code of Criminal Procedure Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas vs Ronald Wright

Jury verdict of not guilty

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Education

1982

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Texas Tech University

BS

Speaking Engagements

2015

DWI Winning Tactics

Cross Examination of the Breath Test Experrt

Publications

2012

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Improving the Outcomes of DWI Defense

Languages

Spanish

Russian

Ukrainian

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