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Fort Worth criminal defense attorney Jeff C. Kennedy represents individuals accused, charged, or under investigation for criminal matters ranging from misdemeanor charges to the most serious felony offenses in Tarrant County.
With over 25 years of legal experience in defending clients charged with criminal offenses, criminal defense lawyer Jeff C. Kennedy has the experience, knowledge, expertise, and proven record to provide clients with the best possible defense of criminal charges. Our goal in every criminal case is to fully investigate every aspect of the case, develop an effective and aggressive defense strategy, and achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
40%
30 years
Criminal Defense
30%
30 years
Drug Crime
15%
30 years
Expungement
15%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Awards
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6
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 29 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jeff C. Kennedy, PLLC
9133 Belshire Drive, North Richland Hills, TX, 76182
criminallawyerfortworthtx.com/Law Offices of Jeff C. Kennedy, PLLC
(817) 605-1016
Fax
301 West Vickery Blvd., Suite 101, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
criminallawyerfortworthtx.com/Law Offices of Jeff C. Kennedy, PLLC (By Appointment Only)
(817) 605-1016
Fax
303 West Abram Street, Arlington, TX, 76010
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Posted by Dileep | March 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Mr. Right for any case. Have a problem go to Kennedy.
He is an excellent lawyer, clear with the approach and aggressive in achieving it. I was an immigrant with F1 visa status in a pathetic situation. 3 gambling charges filed against me. I approached him on a friend's reference, he was able to dismiss all my charges with few hours of community service a...
Posted by Laura Hilton | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer!
I was charged with Assault Bodily Injury Class A misdemeanor and Jeff was able to get the charges down to a Deferred Class C ticket. He refused to settle for an unfair ruling and was extremely persistent in accomplishing this. The charges will be dropped after six months provided that no legal probl...
Posted by Chanin | July 22, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Thank you Jeff! You are awesome‼️
I got pulled over and arrested for possession of marijauna , open container,paraphernalia and speeding. Jeff got my possession charge dismissed, my speeding ticket dropped and my open container and paraphernalia charge differed for 30 days! Everything will be completely expunged from my record in 2 y...
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2015 | Criminal Defense
excellent lawyer
Mr. Kennedy is a very experienced criminal defense lawyer who is well connected and keeps his clients up to date. He has a good strategy for approaching each case and maintains realistic expectations about each case. We got the desired result for my case and it wouldn't have been resolved as quickly ...
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Jeff diffused my trouble and gave me peace of mind.
From the first time I called Jeff he helped me with solutions and options to my situation and calmed me down so I could continue without worry and concern. I had never been in any trouble of any kind in the past and didn't know what to do or where to turn. I called a few attorneys and he seemed ver...
Jeffrey C. Kennedy's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jeff Kennedy is an excellent attorney who is well-respected among his peers. He is also extremely knowledgable in expunctions and non-disclosures. He is always happy to help a fellow attorney, and he represents his clients well."
"I worked with Jeff on several cases when I was a DA in Tarrant County. He's an experienced lawyer with a great reputation and a very impressive courtroom advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"If you ever find yourself in the Tim Curry Criminal Justice center, you'd be hard-pressed to find somebody that does not know and like Jeff Kennedy. That is extremely important, especially in this line of work. Jeff is also respected for the level of attention he gives to each case. Jeff will never review your case just once and then toss it to the side. He thoroughly reviews each issue to ensure you receive the best possible outcome. You will not regret hiring Jeff!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Takes extremely good care of his clients and does everything possible to get the absolute best results."
"I endorse this lawyer because he's honest and works hard for his clients. When I was an assistant district attorney he was a lawyer that could be counted on to do what he said."
"Very competent and professional. I am confident in his abilities and I endorse this lawyer."
"I am glad to endorse Jeff Kennedy. I have known Jeff for almost twenty years and in that time I have found him to be a tough-minded and active lawyer. I have referred clients to Jeff in the past and will continue to do so because he knows his business."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kennedy is very helpful and knowledgable lawyer. He is an honor to work among in Tarrant County"
"I want to take a second to compliment Mr. Kennedy and his practice. Mr. Kennedy is very knowledgable of Criminal Defense Law and he truly cares about the needs of his clients. Mr. Kenneday will give you an honest evaluation of your case and he provides competant aggresive representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have consistently for 15 years referred criminal cases to Mr. Kennedy. He has always done an outstanding job for every client I have referred him. He knows criminal law better than anyone and is always in his office to take calls and assist in any type of criminal matter."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2009
Top Attorneys--Criminal Defense, Fort Worth Magazine
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Jeff C. Kennedy, PLLC
Associations
2006 - Present
United States Supreme CourtLicensed to Practice
1996 - Present
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1996 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1996 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
The State of Texas v. B.H.B.
NOT GUILTY
The State of Texas v. J.B.W.
NOT GUILTY
The State of Texas v. P.S.
NOT GUILTY
The State of Texas v. U.V.N.
NOT GUILTY
The State of Texas v. M.T.
NOT GUILTY
Education
1996
Texas Wesleyan University
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Texas Tech University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2014
North Texas Chapter Safari Club International
Texas Firearm Laws
2014
North Texas Chapter of Safari Club International
Traveling with Firearms
Publications
2008
Successful appeal from County Criminal Court Number One, Tarrant County, Texas
Fowler v. State
Languages
Spanish
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