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

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4.9 /5.0

198 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 29 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Jesse | June 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

2nd DWI

Chris and Beatrice at the Denuna Law Firm were truly amazing. I was accused of DWI and was truly hopeless with my situation. Chris and Beatrice showed incredible understanding, professionalism and a “never say die” attitude. They never wavered in the dogged intent to represent me in the strongest pos...itive light. Chris and Beatrice were always there for me and they have a WEALTH of knowledge and true understanding of the law. I would always recommend them and I cannot say enough about these 2 “SUPER ATTORNEYS”.. THANK YOU BEATRICE!!!!!!! THANK YOU CHRIS!!!!!!!

Posted by Verner | May 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Attorney EVER

Chris is definitely the best lawyer you can choose for your case. I spoke to many lawyers before finally deciding to hire Chris, and it was the best decision of my life. Chris is extremely professional and really knows what he's doing. Since it was my 1st offense, I was really scared of how it would ...turn out because every lawyer I spoke to had something different to say about it. When I called Chris, he assured me that everything would be alright. He made the entire process very easy and updated me with all information that I needed to hear about it. He gave me options with what I could do and the possibilities that could happen with whatever I choose. I felt calm the entire time. Months later, Chris got my case dismissed!!! If you're in the process of choosing a lawyer, do not hesitate to give Chris a call. You will not regret it at all.

Posted by Miguel Valdovinos | March 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Awesome guy

He was awesome, sounded professional. Offered great assistance and details on the case and on how he can help me. Was extremely confident and a great guy. Couldn't have picked a better lawyer.

Posted by Jorge | December 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excelent Lawyer!

I had a case of a suspended license and a DWI 2nd, Accident, 0.18 blood (over 2x legal limit). I was in a ver tough spot because I was looking for an excelent lawyer since I couldn’t afford having this in my record not only because it would my professional life but could of also possibly affected my ...immigration status. Than God I found Mr. Denuna, he is an extremely professional lawyer and is very good at what he does. We ended going to trail and he was able to get a dismissal mid trial!! Highly recommend!

Posted by Al | September 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Believe the 5 star reviews!

If your reading this review it’s because either you or someone you know is needing a good DWI lawyer so… Look no further! These 5 star reviews are the real deal so your search ends now. They are all true about Chris and his law firm. When you pick up your first DWI you tell yourself that you... will never end up in this situation again. That’s what I thought but here I was picking up my 3rd, with a BAC 3 times the legal limit while out of town in Harris County( I live in another city hundreds of miles away) for cancer treatment for my loved one. It freakin happened to me and now I had to deal with a felony. My job and freedom were in serious jeopardy. This was a terrible unbelievable situation. When I started my lawyer search it began here with these very reviews that I am writing and you are reading right now. Chris was one of the top ones on the list and I called several. He answered me ASAP and put my mind at ease right away. His price was reasonable, he offers a payment plan, and I could tell that he not only knew what he was doing but he cared. Turns out I got the worst judge in the freakin county. At my first court appearance this judge was going to make me re-post bail for some unreasonable reason that in all honesty felt like an abuse of power. Chris stepped in and made sure he put a stop to this injustice and I left that courtroom free on bail. Right there I reassured that I made the right choice. Things are getting tough in Harris county and these DAs are wanting to nail DWI folks to the wall. Especially on your 2nd and 3rd charges. My case was tough and I had a lot going against me. A dismissal was a long shot and given the judge I had, I knew I could not really risk a trial game of chicken. In the end Chris got my charge reduced to a 2nd DWI misdemeanor with probation. The sentence and conditions he got me were lighter than my previous 2nd! And my prior sentence was better that what I got for my first DWI so what does that tell you? The man is incredible. I couldn’t believe it. Like I said, they are getting stricter for repeat offenders so I did get hit with the 10 days of jail time, but it was not really bad at all and because of covid I was isolated in my own cell the entire time and went by quickly. Went in a Friday and took my week off and I was out before I knew it. That was the biggest thing I had to deal with which was minimal given what I was facing and what I could have lost (freedom, job , etc). Now this was not an easy journey for me because I lived out of town but luckily with Chris I only had to return to Houston 5 times and that’s only because of the judge I had. If you don’t get this judge ( Chris will tell you if your one of the unlucky ones) and live In Houston, your experience will be even less painful. Either way he did good by me and was always a text or phone call away. If you hire him, give your worries to him, follow his instruction and he will get you the best possible outcome that I am sure you would probably not get with any other attorney allowing you to get on with your life and put this horrible ordeal behind you. He is worth every penny. He also won my ALR so my license did not get suspended. Thanks again Chris. Appreciate everything you did for me and do for your clients.

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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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