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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Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Ronnez | August 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

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 Sean | November 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Case Dismissed. Brett is Rockstar

I was falsely accused of a hit and run in Houston and never had any previous criminal charges. I interview 4 different local attorneys and decided Brett was the right fit. I could tell he had my back and wanted to correct the injustice. He gave me great advice and coaching during the initial consulta...tion. He kept me updated throughout the process. His understanding of the Harris County criminal process and people was unmatched. Brett got my case dismissed during the first court appearance by going to the front of the line in the courtroom and taking it right to the judge. He spoke up at the right time and it was handled beautifully. Within 3 weeks of first talking to Brett, my case was dismissed.

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

More than perfect lawyer

Mr. Podolsky represented me after the police raided my parent’s house and found illegal pictures and videos on my phone and computer. I was in serious trouble and my life was as good as over. I was looking at up to 20 years prison and even if I got probation I would have a register as a sex offender... for the rest of my life. Mr. P fought for me for over two years. The DAs kept changing but they wouldn’t budge. Mr. P refused to believe that lifetime registration was fair and that it’s essentially a life sentence. He said to me that No one should get a life sentence for looking at stuff on the internet in high school. I was confused and stupid. And never considered the consequences. He had a plan for me. Put together a whole box of info for the DA, had me go to special doctors and went up the chain of command until he found someone who would listen. Finally I have my future back. No criminal record, no registration. Mr. P saved my life.

Posted by Omar | September 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dismissed case

I hired Brett Podolsky to represent me after I was charged with my second felony. This time a large drug possession case. I was terrified that I was headed to prison and needed a top notch lawyer to fight for me. After meeting with several lawyers I hired Podolsky. Best decision of my life. After i...nvestigating the case and reviewing the reports and body cam videos he told me that it was an illegal search and the police didn’t have the authority to stop me and search my car. After going round and round with the prosecutor they finally dismissed all charges against me and I walked out of the courthouse. I couldn’t be more satisfied with Brett Podolsky as my lawyer.

Posted by Khaled | June 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceeds expectations

Brett from the get-go assured me I was in good hands and I expressed what I was hoping to happen. Easy to open up to, great at listening. Doesn't provide false expectations, exceeds them! Got my entire case dismissed and allowed me to feel like an entire weight was lifted from my shoulders.

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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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