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Charles David Thompson

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime, Juvenile

4119 Montrose, Suite 200, Houston, TX

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

30 years | 10,000 cases

55%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 28 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1997

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Charles DavidThompson, Attorney at Law

4119 Montrose, Suite 200, Houston, TX, 77006-4964

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Charles David Thompson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Public Intoxication Arrest

I was referred to Charles Thompson to represent me in court after my arrest in West University, Houston, TX. My court date came much more quickly than I had expected, so I called him the day before I was expected in court, and he began representing me. He was not pushy, but quickly and fully informed... me of the levity of my situation. His retainer was more reasonable than other quotes I received. He helped me build a positive defense from day 1. He was also familiar with the court of West University and several prosecuting attorneys, so he confidently explained the process that he would go through in trying to resolve my case. I checked in with him once per week while attending college out of state. He inquired with West U and its attorneys about my case, view dashboard camera footage, and communicated all findings to me. A few months later, my case was dismissed and I never had to return to Houston or personally appear in court.

Posted by Stuart | February 16, 2012

Review of Charles Thompson

Charles kept me informed all the way through the process. He was professional yet friendly and always made sure I understood the full implications of all decisions made. I would not hesitate for one second to recommend him to anybody.

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Charles David Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jared Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Neumann

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an encyclopedia of legal knowledge. I have rarely seen someone who knows procedure inside and out like he does. He has used this knowledge in trial to break down several state oriented witnesses. He continues to impress me everyday."

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Matthew Horak

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Charles Thompson for many years. I office in the same building with him and regularly see him work with his clients, other lawyers, prosecutors, and judges. I'm continually impressed by his professionalism and his legal expertise. He is usually the first person I call on if I need to discuss a legal issue or a trial. He would probably be the first person I would call if one of my friends or family members got into trouble. He devotes a lot of time to the law, but also taking care of his clients and needs and communicating with them about their cases."

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David Froneberger

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. You couldn't ask for a more qualified and honest lawyer. Charles has the unique ability to communicate with clients that puts them at ease. I have worked with Charles on several criminal cases over the past five years."

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Feroz Merchant

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He cares about his clients and it shows in his work. He has a great reputation and will take a case to trial when warranted. He is board certified - and it shows in his work product."

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Matthew Horak

Criminal defense lawyer

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Russell Neumann

Criminal defense lawyer

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Feroz Merchant

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine

2011

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Charles D. Thompson, Attorney at Law

2008 - 2011

Partner, Thompson and deLeef

2005 - 2008

Owner, Charles Thompson, Attorney at Law

1997 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

The College of the State Bar

Member

2006 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Education

1995

Southern Methodist University

Languages

Spanish

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