Charles Ray Johnson Jr.

Charles Ray Johnson Jr.

4.7
Rating: 5.9

Licensed for 25 years

Domestic violence Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime ... +2 more

The Mellie Esperson Building, 815 Walker St Ste 1047, Houston, TX

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 20%

27 years

20%
Sex Crime 20%

Sex crimes can carry very significant criminal penalties, and even those that carry relatively short jail sentences can result in lifelong registration requirements, public notice, employment restrictions and many other problems. If you've been accused of a sex crime, it's critical that you understand all of the risks involved before taking any action. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson for a free, no-obligation consultation to obtain clarification and guidance.

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 25 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2000

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

Charles Johnson Law Firm

The Mellie Esperson Building, 815 Walker St Ste 1047, Houston, TX, 77002

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Charles Ray Johnson Jr.'s Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Please Beware!

Terrible attorney that charges a small fortune. Had to fire him and hire a different one.

Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Total let down

First of all, we were promised allot that all attorneys do, promising no time being signed ect, well my husband n d was totally railroaded by this man and his associates! We hired Mr Johnson son in November 2020 and it's now June 2021 and myself and husband have NEVER met this man or even gotten to t...ell our story so they knew what they were even representing! The communication is a joke. It's good at first, but with his secretary who's sweet as pie at first but she will turn quickly as well. We were told one thing as my husband arrived for court only to be blindsided by Judge who saw his confusion and said his attorney should have explained to him and attorney said "my fault I told him we were getting 2 years (he signed against better judgment for over 3) and I haven't heard a word since. He has other case that when I texted with questions for up coming court date I was rudly told the could withdraw from case if I'd like!@!! I'd like for yall to do your job, these are people's lives ur messing with! I was so hopeful but I'm so lost, let down, confused and angry. Now we are left in middle of all this to wing it? Do yourself a fav and hire a real attorney, this guy ain't it!!! Over 6 months he's never even met or talked to us about case!!!!!!

Posted by Jeff | September 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

More than a lawyer. A truly good man.

I contacted Mr Johnson after consulting with many other attorney's. Unlike the others I had spoken with Mr Johnson made me feel confidant that I had finally found someone I could trust to fight for me. Unlike the previous lawyer I was replacing. Mr Johnson listened to me talk about my case and curren...t situation. He gave me his personal phone number and told me to call him at anytime. When we met I was amazed. His stature, the confidence he displayed the way he handled himself before the court made me even more sure I had made the right choice. My case is ongoing but the weight I feel lifted from my shoulders knowing he is on my side is hard to imagine. Its heard to find a attorney you can trust. It's harder still to find a good person. Charles Johnson is both.

Posted by Billy | July 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Criminal Attorney

Charles Johnson handled two cases for me. One, felony assault family violence in Harris County, and the second a probation violation and fugitive case in Bexar County. Mr. Johnson went to bat for me and got me off on my charges and gave me the chance to start my life over on a different foot. He is ...the best Criminal Defense Attorney I have ever had over the years. His staff was awesome as well, answering all my questions, returning my calls promptly, and making sure I knew exactly what was going on with my case. There is no one else I would rather have fighting for me than Mr. Johnson. He went to bat for me, and even though I had been told that these charges were impossible to beat, he hit a home run and saved me from lengthy prison sentences.

Posted by Nathan | August 07, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The verdict is in.

I Left the courtroom feeling vindicated. Charles went to battle for me and made it seem effortless. Experiencing the massive amounts of preparation we underwent together and the time and patients he lent to my case, amazed and intimidated me. Charles assured me that these efforts would land us in th...e winners circle and it sure did pay off. Thank you Charles.

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James Medows

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Other

"I am extremely relieved that Mr. Johnson practices in Texas and I practice in New York. This lawyer has the skills and swagger inside and outside the courtroom. I most definitely recommend Mr. Johnson for all your criminal matters."

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James Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chuck Johnson is tenacious, brilliant and beyond tough. He is a great lawyer and person as well."

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Experience

Rating:  5.9 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2020

updated on 03/23/2021

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2009

updated on 08/13/2015

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Charles’s comment:

“For those interested in the reprimand I received in 2009, here are the facts. Copy and paste this link in your browser to view: http://www.houstoncriminallawyers.com/explanation-of-state-bar-of-texas-reprimand/ - I invite you to read my explanation.”

Honors

2012

Houston's Top Professionals, H Texas Magazine

2004

Lawyers for the People, H Texas Magazine

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Charles Johnson Law Firm

Associations

2011 - Present

Houston Police Foundation

Board of Directors

2001 - Present

National Football League Alumni Association

Member

2000 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1997 - Present

National Football League Players Association

Active Retired Member

Education

1997

University of Houston

1991

University of Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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