Brett A. Podolsky

Brett A. Podolsky

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 28 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Expungement

917 Franklin St Ste 510, Houston, TX

About Brett

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 55%

27 years

55%
Criminal Defense 30%

Board Certified in Criminal Defense Texas Board of Legal Specialization

27 years

30%
Federal Crime 10%

27 years

10%
Expungement 5%

27 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Brett A Podolsky

917 Franklin St Ste 510, Houston, TX, 77002-1764

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Brett A. Podolsky's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

5 star (57)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don't want your money

We paid ten thousand dollars for him and he hardly answered our phone calls or called us back we sent him all the evidence showing that my wife was not guilt. And we also had the evidence with us when we went to court he didn't even look at them and. The DA said they had pictures of my wife and we as...ked to see them . We didn't get to see the they also said that the woman was Havery then my wife. The first day for court he was and hour late.he says he is the best of the best and he is not

Posted by Etim | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney

We had top-class representation from Attorney Brett Podolsky and his team during the murder trial of my close relative. This was my first experience with a trial of any kind and Mr. Podolsky drew me close to the very heart of justice and dedication. I believe without a doubt that it was his professi...onalism and dedication that ultimately secured a “not guilty” verdict for my relative. From the get go, he took ownership of the process both in and out of the courtroom. He defended his client with passion and presented such a compelling argument that poked holes in the prosecution’s case and simplified an otherwise very difficult process for the jury. Mr. Podolsky’s depth and breadth both from the prosecution and defense counsel’s perspectives makes him exceptional and I have absolutely no reservation in recommending his services very strongly to any person or organization that may require his services. Thank you Mr. Podolsky for bringing calm to my family during such difficult time.

Posted by Ronnez | August 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

SEXUAL ASSAULT

The nightmare began December 27, 2015 when I was accused of SEXUAL ASSULT. I had to deal with this for 6+ years, until I went to trial with Bret Podolsky. I had another lawyer at first but then hired Brett after the first lawyer was insisting that I should plead guilty and beg for mercy with the Jud...ge. I was looking at 20 years and would have been a registered sex offender for life!! Hiring Brett was the best decision of my life. He took over the case and immediately got to work with his team. At the trial, Brett exposed the accuser for being a liar on the stand in front of the judge and jury, exposing lie after lie after lie until the DA had to stop the trial and dismissed the case right in the middle of the trial. Brett Podolsky dissected every statement of every interview and word in the reports and recordings with inaccurate and conflicting statements. It had got so bad that the judge stood up at a break and said we all know she’s lying..Brett Podolsky Fought for Me as if it was his Own life. So on Aug 4 2022 Brett Podolsky Saved My Life.

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

All eligible for expungement

All cases were reduced or closed, and all are eligible for expungement. That is the best outcome, in the end. Each person’s situation is a different story, so you might still be in an uncomfortable position for a long time; but if, one day, you can get it all expunged… well, thats the goal they achie...ved. Brett and Max still made positive progress on my tough cases where there was no opportunity to outright have it dismissed on technicality. You need a lawyer that knows the ‘way things work’ in the local judicial system, both on the street and in the courtroom. How city and state laws vary. Even practice varying from written law. One that knows ‘the house rules’, so to speak. One that knows the most common mistakes that local officers make. One that knows the local prosecutors and judges, knows how they think, and can either build a case to defend you, or, form an exit plan before it even gets to outright defense. Brett’s office is a stones throw from the courthouse, so he’s truly positioned to be at the center of the action, day in, day out. I cannot thank these two enough… freedom truly is the most precious thing to behold, and every single day i think about my freedoms and i appreciate the efforts they made to allow me to retain control of my freedoms. Oh also, the office staff is always very responsive and unbelievably helpful, even when Brett & Max were in court and busy (which is basically ‘all the time’ so big thanks to V. Haha)

Posted by Pam | December 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Phenomenal Attorney!

I was charged with harassment by communication from a past relationship. Searching for a lawyer was daunting, after talking to multiple lawyers, Mr. Podolsky is hands down the best in Houston. He knows the law (former Assistant Criminal DA) and immediately sought to have my case dismissed on the FIRS...T court appearance. There are always two sides to each story! Listen and trust him, he will fight for you. Case dismissed!

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Brett A. Podolsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Horak

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brett deserves my overwhelming endorsement. I have worked with him on some tough cases and witnessed his professionalism, work ethic, and skill as a trial attorney. Brett is on a very short list of attorneys that I go to when trying to figure out difficult issues. He definitely cares about his clients and is relentless when dealing with prosecutors and judges."

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David Adler

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Podolsky is smart, experienced, tenacious, and reasonably priced. I endorse him without any reservation whatsoever."

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Michael Wynne

Litigation lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Carpenter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Brett Podolsky since 2001. We worked for the Honorable Mr. Guarino at the Galveston County District Attorney's office. Once leaving the prosecutor's office, I learned from Brett and began brain storming defenses with Brett as a defense attorney. I have found Brett to be extremely knowledgeable of the law, hardworking for his clients and he truly enjoys the practice. Brett is reliable and trustworthy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Hochglaube

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable, zealous and ethical."

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Feroz Merchant

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent attorney and advocate for his clients."

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Joseph Vinas

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brett is an intelligent and knowledgeable lawyer who works hard on his cases to obtain great results for his clients."

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Mary Conn

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brett is super knowledgeable, skilled and hard-working. He's an asset to any defense, federal or state.. You want him on your team."

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Jonathan Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a board-certified personal injury lawyer. I would recommend Bret to my family and friends. He’s a top notch criminal defense lawyer and extremely knowledgeable with how the judges, prosecutors and juries deal with these cases."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2005

Criminal Law Certified, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Criminal Lawyer, Law Office of Brett A Podolsky

1997 - 1999

Assistant District Attorney, Galveston County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1997 - Present

American Bar Association

1997 - Present

State Bar of Texas

1997 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1997 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Education

1997

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Texas System, Austin

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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