Andrew James Salinas
also known as Salinas Defense Law Firm, PLLC
About Andrew
Biography
Andrew Salinas is a two-time Texas Rising Star by Super Lawyers (2025–2026) and a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — recognitions reserved for the most accomplished attorneys in their field. As the founder and managing partner of Salinas Defense Law Firm, PLLC, he has built one of Houston’s premier criminal defense practices, securing hundreds of dismissals and favorable outcomes for clients facing life-altering charges across Texas and beyond.
A 2025 Texas Trial College participant and NHTSA-certified attorney, Andrew brings courtroom-tested experience across Harris, Montgomery, Galveston, Jefferson, Matagorda, Travis, Bastrop, Burnet, Bell, Bexar, Williamson, Lee, McLennan, and Hays counties — as well as New York criminal courts. His clients have faced serious felony and misdemeanor charges, and his results have extended beyond criminal defense to include securing multi-million dollar judgments in plaintiff litigation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 3 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 5 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Location
Salinas Defense Law Firm, PLLC
1201 Fannin Street, Suite 202, Houston, TX, 77002
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Andrew James Salinas's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
22 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Terai | August 13, 2024
Very cooperative and Respectful
He spoke with me and made sure i understood everything and helped greatly with my case.
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend
Having Salinas as our attorney has been wonderful, communication is on point.He definitely takes the time to make sure he explains and make you understand your case status and fight for your case overall.
Posted by Enrique | October 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Lawyer
Exelente,i'm extremely happy, extremely professional since the beginning of the case ,I will hire them again,I will personally recommend my lawyer.
Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2023
Buen trabajo
Muy buen abogado siempre me mantuvo al tanto de mi caso y buscaba las mejores opciones gracias al abogado Salinas por llevar mi caso
Posted by Andy | July 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Practical, Sharp, and Results Driven
He understood my frustrations and grievances due to situation I was in. I was impressed with how timely he was able to find a resolution, and a favorable one at that. For any future legal situations that arise, I'll feel confident knowing I have Andrew as my Lawyer.
Andrew James Salinas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Andrew Salinas, with whom I went to law school and became great friends. With an impressive background working at a high-profile prosecutor's office and at several private law firms, Andrew has the experience to provide you with excellent legal services. Andrew is a true fighter and zealous advocate for his clients."
"Andrew is one of the best criminal defense attorneys I have ever worked with."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2026
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2025
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2025
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Managing Member, Salinas Defense Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
2026 - Present
Houston Young Lawyers AssociationCo-chair
2023 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2023 - Present
Austin Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2022
Dominican Bar AssociationPast Co-chair
Education
N/A
Speaking Engagements
Publications
Languages
English
Spanish