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Kelly Denise Benavides
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Biography
As a native Texan, Attorney Kelly D. Benavides understands the challenges faced by the state’s drivers. With over 20 years of experience, a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, and a long list of satisfied clients, she has earned a reputation as the Houston traffic ticket lawyer people can trust. Ms. Benavides received her Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science from the University of Houston, then her Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law.
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Licensed in Texas for 29 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
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Law Offices of Kelly Denise Benavides
533 Studewood St., Houston, TX, 77007
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Kelly Denise Benavides's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Court-Appointed - Prosecutor's Lawyer
This lawyer was court-appointed for me. She does not have the time nor interest to represent me. She arrives last to the court with her court-appointed clients being the only ones still waiting. Court-appointed defense should not mean prosecutor advocate. She seemed to only speak for the district att...
Posted by Linda V. | March 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Case Dismissed/Excellent Service
Definitely will recommend, had a couple of traffic violations. Kelly and her office staff were always very responsive and professional keeping me informed from start to finish. What a great team !!
Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Horrible Lawyer
Worst Lawyer you could ever get! I had a DWI case with her and not only did I have to plead guilty due to her lack of effort but forth in my case but she left right after the verdict was dropped. No "I'm sorry" or "let's try something else" nothing. All she will do is show up the day of your case put...
Kelly Benavides
Replied last November 26, 2015I fought to get your case dismissed and had a hearing on suppressing the evidence in your case. However the judge ruled against us. We discussed either appealing or accepting the states offer and you chose to accept the states offer. I sat with you and went over all the paperwork. We went before the judge and you pled to the case. I put forth a lot of effort time and research into your case. unfortunately the judge did not agree with our side. We cannot guarantee any result but I tried hard to get you the result you wanted.
Posted by Heather | March 10, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
HANDS DOWN IN MY OPINION SHE'S 1 OF THE BEST ATTORNEYS IN HOUSTON
I have personally Hired Ms. Kelly Benavides several times. My First time to hire Her was in 2002 for Several Traffic Violations. She was always punctual, thorough and explained to me in detail what was going on. On those charges she got them Dismissed!!! I was So Satisfied that I hired Her again in...
Posted by ac | February 12, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
shame on a lawyer
i hired her for my speeding ticket. i went to the court for my trial and it was my turn of trial where my lawyer didn't show up. then the judge helped me reset my court date. i called the law firm for a refund and what the assistant told me was "i forgot to put your trial date on the calendar, thats...
Kelly Benavides
Replied last February 12, 2014I remember this situation. I had a conflict and my assistant contacted the court and filed a continuance. Unfortunately, the client did not receive the message that the case had been reset and went to court anyway.
Kelly Denise Benavides's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Kelly for years. She is a warrior in the courtroom and fights for her clients!"
"I have worked with Kelly on a few occasions when I was a prosecutor. She is a great attorney, I highly recommend her!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I handled a case for her in Muni court and her firm is top rate-Number One in this area."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Jennifer Carpenter
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Nov 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Kelly has personally helped me with traffic matters and got them dismissed even before the first court date. I strongly recommend Kelly."
"Kelly is well respected and an aggressive attorney in the courtroom. I recommend her services to anyone in need of criminal defense representation."
"Kelly is in the courthouse everyday fighting for her clients. Whether its a misdemeanor or a felony, she does everything possible to get a wonderful result for her client. I endorse her work."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kelly for a few years. Apart from being a great person, she is knowledgeable and an aggressive advocate for client’s rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kelly Benavides for many years and she is a very dependable and hard working criminal defense attorney. I am proud to have her as a colleague."
"I have known Kelly Benavides throughout much of her professional career as prosecutor, criminal defense attorney and judge. She is conscientious, personable and trustworthy and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
"Kelly Benavides has always fought hard for her clients, no matter what the charge is. I have seen her do well on a traffic case as well as on more serious misdemeanor or felony cases. I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Kelly is a great lawyer and a great person who cares very much about her clients."
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"Ms. Benavides and I have tried several cases together and she is a gifted trial lawyer. She has helped me win several cases with her keen cross examination and eye for detail. It is a pleasure to know her professionally."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Benavides Law Firm
2006 - Present
Associate Municipal Judge, City of Spring Valley
2002 - Present
Associate Municipal Judge, City of Baytown
2002 - 2012
Attorney, Benavides & McLellan Law Firm
1997 - 2002
City Attorney, City of Houston Legal Department
Associations
2012 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2012 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2011 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2010 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Municipal Judges Section
2008 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section
2003 - Present
Municipal Justice Bar Association of Texas
2003 - Present
Texas Municipal Courts Association
1996 - Present
State Bar of Texas
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. E.B.
Dismissed
State v. B.C.
No Billed by Grand jury
State v. J.R
Dismissed
State v. D.H.R.
Dismissed
State v. M.M.
Dismissed
State v. A. H. E.
Dismissed
State v. J.W.W.
Dismissed
State v. E.L.C.
Dismissed
State v. C.A.S.
Dismissed
State v. S. B.
Not Guilty
State v. D.V.
Dismissed
State v. S.C.
Dismissed
State v. D.J.
Dismissed
State v. J.V.
Dismissed
State v. T.W.
Dismissed
State v. C.L.
Dismissed
State. v. M.A.
Dismissed
State v. A.G.
Dismissed
State v. V.G.
dismissed
State v. J.M
Not Guilty
State v. C.G.
Reduced to reckless driving
State v. A.M.
reduced to public intoxication
State v. G.M
Dismissed
State v. R.B.
Not Guilty
State v. J.B.
Dismissed
State v. K.M.
Dismissed
State v. S.Z.
Not Guilty
State v. D.M
Dismissed
State v. L.K.
Dismissed
State v. A. K.
Dismissed
State v. B.W.
Dismissed
State v. A.M.W
Dismissed
State v. D.F.
Dismissed
State v. B.P.
Dismissed
Education
1996
Texas Southern University
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2020
Top Gun DWI XVIII
Top Gun DWI XVIII
2020
Regional Judges Seminar
Regional Judges Seminar
2011
Scholarship Banquet
Keynote speaker
N/A
Harris County Municipal Justice Bar Association
Criminal Defense
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
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14 Sep 2012
Q&A
What should I do about a class b misdemeanor for theft?
04 Sep 2012
Q&A
Is it better to request a jury trial or judge trial for a speeding ticket?
08 Aug 2012