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

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4.9 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Firm

Brett, I want to thank you for your help and guidance helping me in a terrible situation. My perception about defense attorneys has been changed forever I now understand why there are great attorneys like you and your associates. I was raised to always be truthful and take ownership for any mistake...s you make in life. It is sad that this experience has changed my perception about the police, while I was taking ownership for my mistake I never thought the police would be so incompetent and could charge you for things that so obviously I had nothing to do with. This experience has made me so thankful for defense attorneys and the work you do. Max was great and very good not only assisting with my cases but he was great handling me and my emotions and lack of knowledge in a world I knew so little about. It turned out exactly the way you said it would at our first meeting. Good luck to you and all your endeavors.

Posted by Briss Diamond | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

He saved my Life!!

I was wrongly charged with Sexual Assault, and I was looking at 20 years and lifetime sex offender registration. This woman I met, was accusing me of rape and immediately called the police on me. I hired Brett Podolsky who fought my case for more than a year. The DA would not budge month after mon...th. Brett kept fighting and would not be intimidated by the prosecutor. After almost a year of fighting, researching, investigating and arguing with the DA, he convinced the Grand Jury and ultimately the DA to dismiss all charges. Mr. Podolsky is hardworking, professional and really smart. If you are in big trouble like I was you need him on your side. He saved my life.

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Wrongfully accused of Domestic Assult

I was wrongfully accused of domestic assault by my vindictive ex-wife. The state felt they had a solid case with photo evidence and multiple eyewitnesses, who were all related to/close friends with my ex-wife - I knew it was all faked, but how do you prove that to a jury? Brett did just that, dismant...ling the state's case completely with thorough cross-examination, solid review of the evidence, and an incredible closing statement. I only had myself and a single character witness to testifiy and the character witness wasn't even needed. The jury came back with the not guilty verdict within minutes. If you have been wrongfully accused, you need Brett. End of story

Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very caring, very professional and smart as hell

I was charged with a dwi felony and didn't know what the hell to do. Brett explained everything in an easy way and basically told me to relax he and his team had this. Almost a year later I have just a dwi misdemeanor NO FELONY! I thought I was going to jail for sure. Love this lawyer and his team

Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

25 To Life

Brett Podolsky represented me in a major possesion with intent to deliver methamphetamine case. I was looking at a possible life sentence. I had been through two lawyers and several months of coming to court and the DA was intent on sending me to prison for a long time. Neither of my previous lawy...ers could get anywhere with the case. I finally was able to hire Mr. Podolsky and he fought the case tooth and nail. He investigated all the legal issues, evidence and the witnesses in the case. After he dismantled the State's case they had no choice but to dismiss all charges. I walked out of the courtroom a free man thanks to Brett's hard work. I would recommend him to anyone caught up in the criminal justice system.

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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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