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Rishabh is a Houston-based criminal defense attorney, representing clients across Texas. A graduate of The University of Texas School of Law, he has been licensed to practice in Texas since 2012 and is known for providing strategic client-focused representation.
He has handled a wide range of criminal defense matters, from misdemeanor offenses to serious felony cases, earning recognition from clients for his responsiveness, empathy, and courtroom dedication. His practice is rooted in protecting clients’ rights while guiding them through complex legal challenges with practical, results-driven counsel. Outside the courtroom, Rishabh enjoys watching college football and baseball.
Backed by a team with over 435 years of combined legal experience, Michael & Associates has a proven track record of success, handling thousands of cases across Texas. The firm has consistently achieved dismissals, charge reductions, and acquittals in a wide range of misdemeanor and felony cases. Renowned for its dedication to client service and legal excellence, Michael & Associates has earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and maintains a flawless 5-star rating on Google, with more than 1,125 client reviews across Austin, Houston, Dallas‑Fort Worth, San Antonio, and beyond.
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200 Post Oak Blvd, 10th floor, Houston, TX, 77056
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Posted by Joseph | May 27, 2021
Attentive and Empathetic
He listened to my story was patient reached out to my family and was mindful of legal fees and expenses
Posted by Jahdiel | January 15, 2019
Possession of controlled substance. Group 3
It was frustrating at times. But he did a Good Job. Calls Back. Talks to Prosecutors. First one ever to actually do he Job. He is mostly mutually but mostly on your side. He really got my year Long case Dissmissed. I'm so happy. I feel blessed by God that he sent Rishabh K. Godha to me. I recommend h...
Posted by Carrie | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Third Strike Felony Fraud Charge
Mr. Godha was appointed by the court to represent my son in a felony fraud charge that was going to be his third strike. My son was looking at spending over a year in State jail. The situation was probably typical sounding, because it was a stolen check. My son was the guy with the State ID, so he...
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Top 10 Law Firm, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2026
10 Best Law Firm, American Institute
2026
Top Law Firm, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2026
Best Law Firm, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2026 - Present
Senior Trial Attorney, Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys
2022 - 2025
Supervising Attorney, Neighborhood Defender Service
2015 - 2022
Principal Attorney, Godha Law Firm
2013 - 2015
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2012
Intern to Prosecutors, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2011 - 2011
Intern to Prosecutors, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Supreme Court of Texas
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Texas Attorney General – Antitrust Division
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Texas Defender Service
2012
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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