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Brent D. Bowen graduated with a B.A. in Political Science from Baylor University after playing football for two years at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. As a fourth generation attendee, he received his Juris Doctorate from Washburn University in May 2002. While at Washburn University Brent was a member and competed as an oralist in the Moot Court Competition held at Fordham Law school.
Brent is a well rounded and experienced attorney beginning his career practicing as a third year bar card attorney for Shawnee County District Attorney’s Office handling bench and jury trials. Brent has held past positions in the Johnson County Attorney’s Office as an Assistant County Attorney, Denton County District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney, Jackson & Hagen as an associate attorney, Bowen & Lloyd, PLLC, as partner. In 2008, Brent started Bowen Law Group, PLLC where the firm handled criminal and family law. Brent transitioned the firm to exclusively criminal defense representing juveniles and adults in 2016.
Brent has been involved with numerous cases that received media attention. He has appeared on Channel 11 in the controversial Sanger ISD SEXTING case which was featured on Good Morning America. Brent has been quoted in the Texas Lawyer Magazine regarding discovery policies and has received media attention for a Pilot Point DWI case involving an assistant coach.
In recognition for his impeccable professionalism and service, Murray Media Group named him the Best Juvenile Attorney in Denton County in 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2025 and the Best Criminal Defense Attorney in 2016, 2018. Brent had finished in the top 3 in each category every year.
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101 South Woodrow Lane, Suite 102, Denton, TX, 76205
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Posted by Amanda | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Expungement
I had called around to a few lawyers to get information to help with my situation no one would explain to me what would take place. When I called here I was able to get detailed information about the process of my situation which really grabbed my attention and I really appreciated that. I really lov...
Posted by Damola | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Dismissed
Very exceptional lawyer, works with you with everthing from finances to support. He goes way beyond to help with your situation and give detailed information learnt a lot about thr legal system while he was working on my case . Got all my charges dismissed and reduced
Posted by Brett | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Highest recommendation for Brent Bowen!!!
I hired Brent to handle a situation my college age son had gotten himself in. This escalated, when there was another charge shortly thereafter, and honestly, my wife and I were at our wits end. However, Brent talked us off of the ledge, and provided stellar legal representation, a lot of time on th...
Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Good and very thourough
Brent did a great job for me. He is very detailed and takes great notes on your case and asks lots of questions so he can build the best defense possible. He's very available and considerate of you situation. He has a great front office staff that gets back with you very quickly. All legal paper w...
Posted by Kyle | September 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Best in the Business
Mr. Bowen gets the job done. From day one dealing with MR. Bowen and his office staff was great. He worked magic and helped get my life back. Deborah in the fount office was always nice and got all question answered in a timely manner. Could not be happier with the lawyer i choose.
"I endorse this lawyer. Brent and I have tried cases together and I have consulted with him on many occasions. He is a very knowledgable advocate for his clients. He is an excellent criminal defense attorney, with a wealth of experience in DWI/DUI defense. His prior experience as a prosecutor has given him not just courtroom experience but insight into how beat the State in the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Brent personally and have referred clients to him who have all had great things to say about him. Brent is a very competent criminal defense attorney and has the ability to use cutting edge technology for presentation of his client's cases. I will continue to refer clients to him."
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Best of Denton County - Juvenile Attorney, Murray Media Group
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2008 - 2013
Managing Partner, Bowen Law Group
2012 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2005 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2006 - 2008
Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPresident
2005 - 2005
Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationTreasurer
Reduced to Misdemeanor
DA Dismissed Case during my Jury Selection
Acquital
Not Guilty
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Technology in Criminal Law
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