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Jeffrey Lewis Eaves

also known as Jeff Eaves

4.7
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Wichita Falls, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

900 8th St., Ste. 1030, Wichita Falls, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jeff Eaves, PLLC

900 8th St., Ste. 1030, Wichita Falls, TX, 76301

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Jeffrey Lewis Eaves's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Crystal | May 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommend – Professional, Efficient, and Supportive Legal Team

First and foremost, I want to commend this legal team (Jeff & Oscar) for their professionalism and efficiency. From the very beginning, they demonstrated a clear understanding of what needed to be done and handled everything with confidence and expertise. In my case, they were able to secure a low...er bail amount, which made a huge difference for me. When we first met, they were kind, respectful, and genuinely committed to achieving the best possible outcome. They took the time to thoroughly explain each step of the legal process, ensuring I understood my options and what to expect. One of the things that really stood out to me was their strong rapport with the court and other legal professionals. This played a crucial role in my case and absolutely worked in my favor. Their credibility and relationships within the legal system make a difference—and it shows. I also learned that being open and honest is essential. This team truly appreciates transparency, and it allows them to build the strongest defense possible. They kept me updated throughout the process and made sure I never felt in the dark about what was happening. After a few court appearances, I was offered a pre-trial diversion program. Thanks to their hard work and guidance, my case was ultimately dismissed and is now eligible for expunction. I couldn’t be more grateful for their dedication and support. If you’re looking for a legal team that knows the law, fights for you, and communicates every step of the way—this is the one to call.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Rip Off

I had a custody TRO in WF while living out of state. I met Jeff the day before. My ex wanted to settle and there was no discussion on what our argument would be in court or why I shouldn't settle. I was just told I talk too much. He then got into a verbal altercation with the other party. I settled ...the issue the next day and Jeff billed me $12,000. All he cared about was winning and we didn't win since I settled. The fees were ridiculous.

Posted by Dwayne | October 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Job!!

Mr. Eaves did a great job helping me with a 12 year old case. The DA was dead set on wrecking my life but Mr. Eaves got me the best plea we could get. The Felony charge was deferred. I received probation instead of prison was a blessing. I am pleased with the results of my case. Yes, I wish it ...would have been dismissed but The DA wasn't having none of that. I live in North Carolina and Mr. Eaves got my case resolved in two months after turning myself in July. I'm so happy I don't have to come to Texas again with this case hanging over me. I want to say thank you Mr. Eaves for posting my bond. Thank you for trusting me to come back and fourth from NC to TX for my hearing. If not for Mr. Eaves I would have sat in jail until this case was resolved. I am free and I thank God for my lawyer Mr. Eaves. Thank God for Mr. Taylor as well for the communication. I am so happy I chose the Eaves law firm to represent me. 5 Stars...thumbs up!

Posted by Anthony | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Anthony Wilson

Jeff Eaves and Oscar Taylor and the law firm employees took very good care of me,they did great work from me going to prison, and if I run into anyone looking for a lawyer I'm sending them to Jeff Eaves law firm,I love y'all and God bless y'all!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved my life - highly, highly recommend Jeff and his team!

I hired Jeff at the lowest part of my life. I was wrongfully accused of third degree felony injury to a child by my husband’s ex wife who was attempting to gain leverage in a custody battle. I had, to this point, never had any run ins with law enforcement and was always a respectful, productive membe...r of the Wichita Falls community. After review of evidence, Jeff told me he knew I was innocent. There was no evidence. He fought for me harder than I ever expected. Jeff and Oscar were always a calming presence in an extremely stressful situation and, for that, I will forever be grateful. Ultimately, the battle went on for nearly five years; February of 2017 until December of 2022. After roughly 12 pre-trial hearings (some extremely last minute with notifications being sent over holiday weekends) and being jerked around by the district attorneys office, being arrested (Jeff also acted as my bondsman which gave me even greater peace of mind) after arranging a book in/book out with the police department, and very obvious interference being ignored - it’s over. The result wasn’t the best case scenario with the charges being dropped entirely, yet Jeff secured my freedom with no jail time other than the two days I served 5 years ago, no fines, and ultimately we settled at a class A misdemeanor (extenuating circumstances made fighting the charges altogether in trial extremely risky) that likely won’t have much impact on my life as a whole going forward. The final hearing was also completed over zoom being I no longer live in the state of Texas and I was financially unable to get there. If you ever find your self in need of a criminal attorney in Wichita Falls, Jeff is the way to go. I would hire him a million times over. He’s worth every penny. I owe him my freedom and I’ll never be able to repay Jeff’s team for what they did for me!

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Jeffrey Lewis Eaves's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Streich

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeff is a highly competent and talented lawyer. I've always enjoyed working with him, whether it was as opposing counsel or later as co-counsel. He really does have the best interest of his clients in mind, and he does whatever it takes to help them get the best result possible. Jeff has my endorsement."

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Ryan Streich

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

Order of the Curule Chair, University of Tulsa

2004

Top 10% Graduate, University of Tulsa

2002

CALI Award, Highest class grade, University of Tulsa

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney/President, The Law Offices of Jeff Eaves, PLLC

2004 - 2007

Felony Attorney, Wichita County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

Wichita County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas v. Joe Dale Johnson

Case Reversed and remanded for new trial

State of Texas v. Monte Shelite

Not guility

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Education

2004

University of Tulsa College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Publications

2007

State Bar of Texas Pattern Jury Instructions Co-Author

Languages

Spanish

English

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