Chris Denuna

Chris Denuna

also known as Edward Christopher Denuna

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Violent Crime

1225 North Loop W, Suite 324, Houston, TX

About Chris

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 11 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2014

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Denuna Law Firm, PLLC

1225 North Loop W, Suite 324, Houston, TX, 77008

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Chris Denuna's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

198 Client Reviews

Showing 131 - 135 of 198 reviews

Posted by Noel | February 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

#1 Attorney In Houston!

I came into my Felony 3rd DWI case lost and confused. I met with 2 other Attorneys and neither of them made me feel confident that I wasn't going to prison. My life was in shambles and it felt like everything around me was caving in. Coming into my case i was facing 2-10 years in prison and based on ...my BAC (over 3 times the legal limit) and knowing it was my 3rd DWI arrest (Felony) there was no way i wasn't going to jail ! Until I met Chris Denuna. Something told me not to settle for the previous 2 options so i gave it another shot and the 3rd time was definitely the charm ! If youre choosing an attorney to represent you and youre not 100% confident they’ll have your back NEVER SETTLE always remember it’s your life and freedom on the line ! From the very first meeting with Chris I felt safe. My first court date Chris came in the courtroom with pure professionalism and confidence and that translated to me, my stress levels went way down and my confidence levels went way up. Its been 1 year and 4 months and not once have i been locked up, EVEN WITH 6 BOND VIOLATIONS !! Every time we get to court we get in and get out Chris doesn’t just say he has his clients back 100% he proves it ! Ive come into court several times scared because of missed blows on my personal breathlyzer even dirty blows for alcohol and each time Chris works his magic for me not to go into custody. I’m not saying its ok to mess up when you're on bond and a pending court case but what i do know is if Chris Denuna wasn't in my corner i would've been in jail a long time ago ! Nobody is perfect we all make mistakes but i’m telling you from personal experience Chris Denuna couldn't have done a better job. On my 3rd DWI arrest blowing over 3 times the legal limit i ended up getting probation, which is a blessing considering I've had multiple bond violations and the amount of PRISON TIME i was facing. One word of advice if you’re on felony bond or any type of bond FOLLOW ALL THE GUIDELINES because if i had i could've had my case dropped. Probation for the amount of times I've messed up during this year and 4 months definitely deserves 5 stars ! If you wan’t to be protected by the #1 attorney in Houston give Chris Denuna a call TRUST ME ! He took the stress and worries away throughout this whole process and proved to me the words he told me in our first meeting .. HE HAS MY BACK !! It also helps alot that i don’t have to show up in person to make payments i just cash app him and it keeps a record of all my payments. Very convenient to help you keep on living your life without having to jump through too many hoops.

Posted by Brendan | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

2nd DWI High BAC Blood Test DISMISSED

After an arrest and a subsequent recommendation from friends/former clients I made an appointment to review my case with Chris. Within minutes of talking to Chris I was not only confident I wanted his representation, I was also painfully aware of how bad my previous lawyers were. After hiring him he ...went to work immediately and had a strong defense within a week of my first court date. If not for an incompetent/inexperienced judge Chris would have gotten the dismissal on the first court date! Chris stayed on top of my case through all the pandemic court delays and I ended up with the dismissal we should've won on the first day at the end of it all. If you want to fight your DWI/DUI in court you want Chris Denuna in your corner.

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The Right Decision!

The situation at hand: Facing a 2nd DWI, high BAC, and evidently disadvantageous video footage. From the very beginning, at our first consultation, my nerves were put to ease knowing I had Chris to represent me through the whole process. He was always available whenever I had any questions and kept... me informed at all times. Even though I knew my specific case would be an uphill battle from the start, Chris ensured me that he would do all that he could to get me the best deal he could get. The Outcome: Chris was able to drop the case down to a DWI 1st Do yourself a favor, HIRE CHRIS!

Posted by Valerie | February 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Satisfied customer

You will not be dissatisfied, very happy with my sons outcome with his case. His lawyer was awesome and represented him very well. A job well done, thank you

Posted by Veronica | February 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

2nd DWI DISMISSED

BEST ATTORNEY IN HOUTON, If your looking for an honest straight forward attorney who will fight for you, Chris Denuna is the man!! I can’t describe the way I feel; what I can say is CASE DISMISSED!! From day one til the day before my trial (14 months later) Chris always reassured me that he would ...do his best, fight for me and make sure my DWI case would be dismissed and he did just that. When I was going through the motions or had any questions he was a phone call away; always made the time to talk. I can’t thank him enough and the effort he put in my case. Thank you Chris for making me feel alive again!!

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Chris Denuna's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Godine

Unknown lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the opportunity to sit as co-counsel in a DWI trial with Chris and he was amazing. More specifically, he was well prepared, knowledgeable of facts surrounding the case and science involved with DWI’s. After two days of testimony the jurors deliberated for 20 minutes and returned with a NOT GUILTY verdict!"

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Edward Okwueze

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Edward for a long time - he is a great trial lawyer. Almost unbeatable in trial!"

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Brian Ayson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've been lucky to know Chris for some time now and he is a fierce advocate. He works hard for his clients and his success in the courtroom is reflective of that effort. I enthusiastically recommend this attorney."

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Taly Thiessen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Chris works hard for his clients. He makes sure that they get every question answered and know exactly what is going on in their case."

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Mark Thiessen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I wouldn't have hired Chris if I didn't think he was an amazing lawyer. He's a competitor outside of the court room and inside as well. it's in his blood. He has studied and learned his profession well. That's why I feel lucky to have hired him. He's a strong worker, fantastic and creative mind and tenacious. He won't give up on your case. And if he ever gets in too deep, I've got his back."

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Timothy Rose

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is about as good as they come. I have enjoyed seeing his trial ability and professionalism first-hand. Anyone would be in a great position with Chris at their side."

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J. Trichter

Unknown lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Darvishi

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an excellent lawyer with a strong ethic. Very knowledgeable in his field and a highly effective litigator."

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Christopher Godine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Edward Okwueze

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Ayson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Rose

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Darvishi

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Taly Thiessen

Family lawyer

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Mark Thiessen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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J. Trichter

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Client Champion Award Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Rising Star, Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Client Champion Award Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Recognition for Excellence, Lawyers of Distinction

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Recognition for Excellence, Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Top 10 DUI Defense, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

10 Best Attorneys DUI/DWI in Texas, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorneys Criminal Law Attorneys in Texas, American Institute of Criminal Law

2018

Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys

2018

Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Advocates

N/A

Semi-finalist, South Texas Mock Trial Challenge

N/A

Best Cross, Buffalo-Niagara Mock Trial Competition

N/A

Best Advocate, 6th Annual Capitol City Challenge

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Founding Attorney, Denuna Law Firm, PLLC

2018 - 2019

Attorney, Thiessen Law Firm

Associations

2018 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2014 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2014 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

2014 - Present

Houston Bar Association

2014 - Present

Texas Young Lawyers Association

2014 - Present

Houston Young Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas v. C.D.B.

DISMISSED

STATE OF TEXAS v. D.V.

NOT GUILTY

STATE OF TEXAS v. J.M.

NOT GUILTY

STATE v. C.D.

DISMISSED

STATE OF TEXAS v.G.B.

NOT GUILTY

STATE OF TEXAS v. A.R.

DISMISSED

STATE OF TEXAS v. Z.J.

DISMISSED

STATE OF TEXAS v. C.W.

DISMISSED

STATE OF TEXAS v. T.K.

DISMISSED

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Education

2014

Charlotte School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2010

University of North Carolina, Greensboro

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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