Kent A Schaffer

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Kent A Schaffer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes

1001 McKinney, Suite 1600, Houston, TX

About Kent

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 50%

45 years

50%
Criminal Defense 35%

Federal Criminal Defense

45 years

35%
Lawsuits and Disputes 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 28 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1998

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 44 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1981

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Schaffer Carter Kennedy & Mays

1001 McKinney, Suite 1600, Houston, TX, 77002

schaffercarter.com

Online Presence

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Kent A Schaffer's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2013

Trust-worthy, knowledgeable - Highly recommended !

Mr. Schaffer is one of the best attorneys I have ever heard of and I had the pleasure of working with him on a case that seemed hopeless for my dear son. Our first attorney did not produce the results that we knew we qualified for - Mr. Schaffer always returned my calls and my emails, was with us eve...ry step of the way. He and his team are highly respected, no nonsense lawyers and they fight for their clients. I cannot thank Mr. Schaffer enough for bringing my son back from prison and fighting for the shock probation he deserved as a first time felon, non violent offender. Thank you Mr. Schaffer and Mr Brian Wice and team !!!

Posted by Thomas | September 14, 2013

FACT OR FANTASY

Entering Liberty County on a poss < 1g enhanced indictment (while on bond for same offense in Garza County, TX) Mr. Schaffer, Liebermann & Sorreson (his team) negotiated a probated plea for me. The beauty of the plea was FACT, my first TDC # was 367859, second was 412479 & BOP # 16639-077. I would h...ave screamed FANTASY from the highest mountain however this firm is the REAL DEAL! No unrealistic expectations along the way either, just straight to the point facts. Great post conviction work as well, the firm handled an appeal for me up to and through the 5th circuit and I ran out of defense funds or I think & believe in the US Supreme Court the case would have been reversed. If you need top shelf representation spend the money and retain this firm it is worth every dime. Good luck to all!!

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2009

Very pleased

I recently was charged with a serious felony offense. I went to see Mr. Schaffer and at first I was a little put off by the price. The several other lawyers that I spoke to were much cheaper, but since my freedom was at stake I decided to spend the money. Mr. Schaffer and his team sprang into action ...and they left no stone unturned. My case went to the grand jury and Mr. Schaffer made an excellent presentation that resulted in my case being nobilled and dimissed. I don't know if another lawyer could have got the same result, but I doubt it. I have my freedom and a clean record and I am totally satisfied with the way my case was handled. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Ashli | December 25, 2008

Five Star Criminal Defense Makes All The Difference to Your Case

It seems like when a person has been accused of a crime, and their freedom is in question, having the right attorney makes all the difference. Kent has extensive knowledge of criminal law and the appeals process. I have personally retained his firm previously, and I can not tell you how happy I am... with the outcome. My personal advice to anyone needing aggressive defense is to pick the right attorney with a proven track record — I highly recommend Kent!

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Kent A Schaffer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sara Azari

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Jeffrey Lustick

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kent was co-counsel with many other lawyers and me in a 34 co-defendant federal criminal case in Seattle in 2005-2006. This was a complex, high stakes case involving three separate indictments and over 30 counts, some of them alleging RICO violations. Kent’s calm presence and reassuring nature was evident from the first time I met him. He became a leader as the group of attorneys worked out a common strategy. He is a proud Texan who wore his boots to court and kicked but. Eventually Kent’s client walked with only a light slap on the wrist."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2009

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2009

Top Lawyers for the People, H Texas Magazine

2008

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Texas Super Lawyers, Texas Monthly Magazine

2004

Best Lawyers in Houston, H Texas Magazine

2003

Best Lawyers in America (2003-Present), Best Lawyers in America

1997

Best Criminal Lawyer In Houston, Houston Press

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Partner, Bires and Schaffer

1981 - 1998

Of Counsel, Schaffer, Lambright, Odom, and Sparks

Associations

1981 - Present

State Bar of Texas ;Section on Criminal Law; Forum Committee on Sports and Entertainment

Member

District of Columbia Bar

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

Federal Court Advisory Council (US District Court for the Southern District of Texas)

Member

1998 - 1999

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

1998 - 2000

State Bar of Texas Public Affairs Committee

Member

1997 - 2000

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Director

1995 - 1996

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Parliamentarian

1992 - 1993

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

President

1989 - 1995

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Director

1987 - 1990

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Director

1986 - 1987

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Associate Director

Education

1981

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2004

Advanced Family Law Seminar

When Criminal Law & Family Law Collide

2003

Defending Criminal Cases

Parallel Investigations, Criminal & Civil

1999

LACDL Annual Seminar

Closing Arguments That Work

1998

Defending Drug Cases

Attacking the Government Informant

1998

Advanced Criminal Law Course

Handling the Government Informant

1995

Criminal Law Seminar

Cross Examining the Informant

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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