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

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jennifer | November 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DWI

After an agonizing DWI arrest, I hired the Medlin Law Firm after a recommendation and research. So grateful for Dean, my attorney. Dean is a very thoughtful and intelligent attorney, I highly recommend him and the Medlin Law Firm.

Posted by Carrie | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Law Firm

Out of the decisions I made 2 years ago, the only good one was hiring the Medlin Law firm. They represented me on a DWI, and a serving alcohol to a minor. They really sunk their teeth into both cases, and worked tirelessly. They walked me through each step, as we were taking them throughout the whole... process. In my cases, alot was at stake for me. They kept me calm throughout, and answered all of my questions. They got me the best possible deal for my situation. I dont feel that they would have offered that to anyone else except Matt Peacock. I could sense the admiration that the court clerk and Judge had for him, with how they addressed him. I hope I never need a lawyer again, but if I do, I will only hire them.

Posted by William | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A great attorney

I retained Medlin law firm for domestic charge and it was dismissed, I also retained Medlin law firm to get a Business purpose driver’s license, The Medlin law firm did both tasks in a timely manner with positive results, I would definitely recommend Medlin law firm .

Gary Medlin

Replied last February 19, 2020

William, we are happy we were able to win your case and keep your record clear. It is always a pleasure to help good people like you. Let us know if there is ever anything we can do for you and good luck in the future.

Posted by Kerrick Greer | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law

Felony UCW charge

I was wrongly charged for unlawfully caring of a weapon in Grand Prairie. I visited to lawyers before I finally found the Medlin group, and both wanted me to either take deferred adjudication, or just plead guilty to get the case over and done with. After I tryed to explain to the previous mentioned... lawyers that it is not illegal to have a pistol in your car, I knew I had to find someone else. I looked up lawyers that had cases involving gun charges, and The Medlin Group was one of them. From my first conversation with the legal secretary, to the last meeting with Dean, my lawyer, they were 100% on my side and they knew and understood Texas gun laws. If you need help, and want someone that will fight for you, please call the Medlin Group!!!!

Posted by Chelsie | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great team

The Medlin Law firm helped me every step of the way from Natalie at the desk every call I made she eased my worry to the first meeting with the lawyers til the end they met everything they said they would do for me even being nervous at the court house they eased my anxiety first time I was in troubl...e ever was forwith thief 100-750 they got it knocked down to a class C misdemeanor I would recommend them to anyone if you ever find yourself into trouble 5 stars from me.

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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

Criminal defense lawyer

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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

Immigration lawyer

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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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