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Christopher Lee Carlson
also known as Chris Carlson
About Christopher
Biography
Christopher L. Carlson maintains associative relationships with a number of lawyers and expert witnesses to provide a comprehensive legal team for you or your company while maintaining a personal relationship with clients.
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I am a true trial lawyer. My father and grandfather were both lawyers. My clients hire me when they want a lawyer that is not afraid of the courtroom. In addition to the hundreds of dismissals my clients walk away with, I have secured Not Guilty after Not Guilty after Not Guilty. Many times, a trial is the only way to secure justice for clients. I am committed to do what it takes.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
90%
26 years | 500 cases
Lawsuits and Disputes
10%
26 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 25 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Christopher L. Carlson
228 Westheimer, Houston, TX, 77006
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Drug Crime
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2009 | Drug Crime
Exceptional & Dedicated
Chris represented me in a DWI case last year. Unfortunately, it was my second DWI. He went above and beyond to handle my case, I was not charged an arm and a leg, and I ended up getting off spending a mere 5 days in jail. I refered him to a friend of mine that had a similar case with an added POM. Le...
Christopher Lee Carlson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known this attorney for years! He is absolutely a beast in the courtroom! I highly recommend him to anyone!"
"I know Chris professionally and personally. Chris is an aggressive, intelligent, and creative advocate, with a very broad base knowledge of criminal defense. Chris is incredibly dedicated to his clients and achieves outstanding results. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Chris is tough, smart, and tenacious. He zealously represents his clients and achieves excellent results for them. I wholeheartedly endorse Chris Carlson."
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"I endorse this lawyer.Chris is one of the best lawyers in harris county, he is a man of courage and will never back down from the state. He is highly respected in the legal community."
"Chris is very good at what he does. He aggressively pursues justice on behalf of his clients while earning the respect of his peers based on his abilities as a trial lawyer."
"Chris Carlson is an outstanding lawyer with an exceptional reputation. He is a tireless and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession."
"I have known Chris all of his life and his reputation as a fine lawyer is beyond repute. His integrity is of the highest caliber. I have no doubt that Chris is one of the top lawyers in Houston and I certainly recommend that anyone needing a lawyer call Chris. Doug Chaves"
"Chris is a prominent Houston lawyer with a reputation for having won some extremely difficult cases. He has a razor wit and is known for his hard edge in the courtroom. But he is also very compassionate and generous of spirit. I wholeheartedly recommend Chris Carlson to anyone who needs a defender."
"Chris Carlson is an excellent, hardworking, intelligent and ethical lawyer. I endorse him without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Chris is dedicated to protecting innocent people accused of a crime. I continually see Chris getting great results for well-deserving clients."
"I highly recommend Chris. He is devoted to winning for his clients and making sure that the best outcome that can be achieved . . . is achieved. His clients benefit from the depth and breadth of his experience and knowledge."
"Chris is a superb lawyer dedicated to fighting for his clients' rights. He is not afraid to take a difficult case to trial, overcoming the odds, and leaving the courtroom with his client victorious. I endorse Chris."
"Christopher Carlson is a rising star in the field of Criminal Defense work in the greater Houston area. When he often teams wiith his partner, John Floyd, we will most likley hear about a valued dismissal or a jury verdict of not guilty I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Chris and I worked together on a federal weapons case. He did an excellent job of protecting his client's rights. After an extensive investigation by the lawyers and the federal government, a federal grand jury rejected all charges."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Chris on many cases and have found his input very valuable."
Diana Sims
Criminal defense lawyer
Mark Metzger
Unknown lawyer
Javier Marcos
Unknown lawyer
Jennifer Kahn
Criminal defense lawyer
Carmen Roe
Criminal defense lawyer
Dennis Slate
Criminal defense lawyer
Dinesh Singhal
Litigation lawyer
Mark Bennett
Criminal defense lawyer
Brandon Chaves
Commercial real estate lawyer
Douglas Chaves
Personal injury lawyer
Bruce Kessler
Divorce and separation lawyer
Lesley Lorenz
Personal injury lawyer
Ted Lorenz
Personal injury lawyer
Sunshine Swallers
Criminal defense lawyer
Marcos Adrogue
Criminal defense lawyer
Cynthia Henley
Criminal defense lawyer
Patrick Mccann
Criminal defense lawyer
Matthew Skillern
Criminal defense lawyer
Sarah Wood
Criminal defense lawyer
Danny Easterling
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2012
Winning Warrior, Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association
2012
Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2011
Winning Warrior, Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association
2011
Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2010
Winning Warrior, Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association
2010
Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2009
Appeared in Top Houston Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2009
Winning Warrior, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2008
Winning Warrior, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2008
Appeared in Top Lawyers Issue, H Texas Magazine
2007
Winning Warrior, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2007
Recognition, College of the State Bar
2005
Recognition, College of the State Bar
2004
Recognition, College of the State Bar
2003
Recognition, College of the State Bar
2002
Admitted, United States District Court, Southern District of Texas
2002
Recognition, College of the State Bar
2000
Admitted, The Supreme Court of Texas
1997
Deans Scholarship,
1994
Deans List, Baylor University
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Defense Lawyer - Never Prosecuted Defendants, United States Government - Attorney Us, Western District Of Texas
2002 - Present
, Christopher L. Carlson & Associates
2000 - Present
Defense Lawyer - Never prosecuted, Harris County District Attorney
2000 - 2002
, American Tower Corp
Associations
2010 - Present
United States District Court Eastern District of TexasMember
2005 - Present
CAIRPro Bono Lawyer
2002 - Present
United States District Court, Southern District of TexasMember
2000 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
Member
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Litigation Section State Bar of Texas
Member
Criminal Law Section of the State Bar of Texas
Member
State Bar College
Member
Business Law Section State Bar of Texas
Member
Texas Young Lawyers Association
Member
Houston Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas v GM
Grand Jury No Billed
State of Texas vs AD
Not Guilty Jury Verdict
State of Texas v Client O
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v Client F
Dismissed
State of Texas vs. MS 2nd CW
Not Guilty on two counts of indecency with a child
State of Texas vs. Johnny S
Felony Theft; No Billed by Grand Jury
Sex Assault
Jury Trial, Acquittal
Triple Homicide; Felony Murder
Deferred Adjudication Day of Trial
Federal Terrorism Related Charge
30 days Bureau of Prisons and 3 years probation
Criminally Negligent Homicide
Case Dismissed
Ag assault w DW
No billed by the grand jury
State of Texas v D
Case was no-billed at the grand jury
State of Texas vs McK
dismissed
State of Texas vs S
case dismissed
Austin County not guilty
Not Guilty jury verdict
State of Texas v Client H
Case Dismissed
State of Texas vs. MS
Not Guilty after Trial By Jury; Agg Sex Assault
Sexual Assault of a Child and Indecency by Contact
DADJ day of trial
Very first DWI defense
Hung Jury at first trial, not guilty 2nd trial
Felony Theft
Bond set and then Deferred Probation
Felony Assault of a Family Member
deferred probation
Possession of Child Pornography
Case Dismissed
Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child <14
Case Dismissed
Federal Gun Case - witness
Shut down investigation
Possession of a Controlled Substance
reduced to a Class C misd
Possession of multiple kilos of cocaine
minimum sentence
Possession of Controlled Substance
Case Dismissed
Education
2000
University Of Houston
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Texas A&M University
BBA Finance
N/A
Baylor University
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Client conference
Steering Clear of Prostitution Related Charges
Publications
2009
JohnTFloyd.com
Extraneous Offenses at Trial
N/A
Harris County Bail Reduction Brief
Harris County Bail Reduction Brief
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am 19 and my girlfriend is 16, her parents want to press charges against me for having sex with her, do I have a defense
10 Sep 2009
Q&A
Under which circumstances can I be prosecuted for child porn?
16 Apr 2009
Q&A
Could i have a evading arrest dismissed or dropped?
06 Oct 2009