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 26 - 29 of 29 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

I am forever grateful to Chris Denuna!

I was desperate to fire my previous lawyer and I was referred to Chris through a google search for the best DWI lawyers in Houston. I contacted Chris and immediately I received a great first impression. I fired my previous lawyer the same day I met with Chris. Chris was knowledgeable, compassionate, ...and I was reassured in his abilities to get my case dismissed. My case was a bit tricky, I was falsely arrested for a DWI when someone else was driving. Chris got all of the facts&evidence and fought long and hard to prove my innocence when prosecutors continuously refused to acknowledge the facts in my case. The process was long and drawn out, at no fault of Mr. Denuna. I appreciate that he continued to empathize with me and remained confident that the outcome of my case would be dismissed. Case dismissed! I am forever grateful and would recommend Mr. Denuna to anyone.

Posted by Jonathan | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Chris is a miracle worker!

Edward "Chris" Denuna is a miracle worker. I was going through a very rough time in my life when I finally got in touch with Chris. He was very calm and confident throughout the process and assured that I would be just fine. My case was very difficult from the start but Chris created a defendant's "m...itigation" package that was extremely detailed and helped explain my situation and how I ended up in legal trouble. The DA's office reviewed all my information and gave me a much, MUCH less charge/fine/conviction than I expected. I was filled with so much joy I almost cried in the court room. I know he worked extremely hard for me and I honestly could not have asked for better legal representation. Chris is a consummate professional. Always willing to go the extra mile for his clients. Always available either by phone, email, or text. Before I met Chris I had many sleepless nights worrying about my case. After I asked Chris to handle my legal defense, I can finally sleep like a baby. Thank you Chris for your dedication and hard work. I will refer everyone I know who is in need of legal counsel.

Posted by I.M. | April 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DWI Dissmissal

Chris Denuna is very professional and knowledgeable, I knew from our very first meeting that he was someone I wanted backing me in court. In our first meeting, Chris told me that he would do everything in his power to get my DWI dissmissed and after 4 months of inconvenient court appearances, that’s ...exactly what he did! Chris took the time to explain every step of the process and through the process he was always one text or phone call away. He even worked with me on payments. I highly recommend Mr. Denuna and his services! He will get you the results you want!! Thank you again Chris, I am truly Grateful!

Posted by Jonathan | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dwi/Dui case

I initially hired an attorney to work on my case, but he disappointed me, a friend told me about TRICKTER & LEGRAND. The first day I meet with Mr Chris I was somewhat skeptical, but then, after sitting down and talking to him, I realized he was way more knowledgeable, confident and experienced than ...my previous attorney I retained, he was able to get me exactly what my other attorney couldn’t get.he also worked with me on the payment. Thank God I didn’t change my mind. Thank you sooooooo much MR CHRIS DANUNA, May the LORD upstairs richly bless you for all that you have done for me. I am truly grateful.

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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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