Franklin Gordon Bynum

Franklin Gordon Bynum

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1523 Yale St, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 16 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

713 Law Firm

1523 Yale St, Houston, TX, 77008

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Franklin Gordon Bynum's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joe | March 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dismissed

.183 blood. Franklin fought out the gate hard. Killing the prosecutions main witness’s credibility (officer). At the point of juror selection the state folded (dismissed). He is a technical, methodical forward thinker. I highly recommend!

Posted by Jacqueline Bertault | February 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Houston's "Batman" Attorney

Franklin Bynum is an outstanding attorney. He knows the law, AND he knows how to get things done. He's an expert. From the moment I spoke to him, I knew I was in good hands. I had a warrant out for my arrest for a felony - the result of an over zealous cop. The police officer's report was... not factual and it was my word against the officer's. I didn't think I had a shot at resolving the matter in my favor. After explaining the circumstance I found myself in, Mr. Bynum immediately took on the case and too the necessary steps to get the case dismissed. Beyond his legal prowess, he is a proponent of the underdog, he fights for your cause as if it were his own. He goes the extra mile for his client and he does not use scare tactics to gain your trust. Houston is lucky to have such a powerful advocate within its midst.

Posted by Lando | February 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney

Counselor Bynum is responsible.attentive, and thrives for the best outcome, I have no doubt Mr. Bynum is one of the best rated attorneys in Houston

Posted by Jamin | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Litigator

Was referred to Franklin Bynum by another associate who spoke very highly of his work. After my own research I felt confident that my case was in good hands. Now that it is finally over (case was dropped today) I'm humbled to have had the opportunity to be represented by such a sincere, savvy courtro...om litigator. Thanks again, Franklin...! Thanks alot.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2011

Case dismissed !

Attorney Bynum represented my hubby on a misdemeanor case - he fought the case and got it dismissed after about 3 resets. He kept us informed on how the process works and what to expect. The courts offered something like a plea deal with fines and probation- but this man knew his job and refused the ...offer.Finally the courts gave up and dismissed the case because they had no case originally. Many thanks to Attorney Bynum; I wish all lawyers were like him - do what they say they'll do and not otherwise.

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Franklin Gordon Bynum's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Willey

Appeals lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Franklin is the type of attorney that helps his colleagues understand the issues and how to argue around them. He's the one others go to. He knows the effects language and impressions have on each case he handles. I would not want any other appellate attorney on my side. I fully endorse him."

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James Sullivan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I first met Franklin at a Trial Lawyers College seminar in Chicago in 2012, and I found him to be a very personable, knowledgeable and caring lawyer. Since then, I have seen that Franklin gets good results for his clients and works diligently to get them the best result. Anyone would be fortunate to have him as their defense attorney. I highly recommend him."

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Sarah Landau

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Franklin is smart, conscientious, and responsive. He has a deep understanding of the ins and outs of how various courts operate and knows how to get things done. Equal parts nice guy and fighter, he is a great advocate."

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Charles Donahue

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Franklin is a very skilled and hard working advocate. He is down to earth, intuitive and caring. Franklin is a great guy and a great criminal defense lawyer."

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Jay Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Franklin is a very hard working lawyer. He always goes out of his way to help other lawyers. As a lawyer or a client, you want Franklin on your side! I endorse this lawyer."

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Hilary Unger

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank Bynum 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 endorse him enthusiastically."

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer Franklin is a fine young lawyer who is well respected in the legal community. I believe he has vast potential to be a great lawyer. He is a fine person and a young man with a great future."

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Mark Bennett

Immigration lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Franklin Bynum is an exceptional young lawyer. He is highly knowledgeable, extremely hardworking and—most importantly—ethically beyond reproach. I refer cases to him without hesitation, and recommend him highly."

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Joshua Zientek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Franklin is a caring lawyer who works hard and is always willing to help out. I highly recommend you call him if you need legal advice."

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Alexander Bunin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Holly Kuchera

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jani Maselli

Criminal defense lawyer

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Murray Newman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Zientek

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Houston's Best Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2014

Board Certified - Criminal Appellate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2012

President's Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2011

Member of the Year, Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Adjunct Professor, University of Houston Law Center

2011 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Harris County Public Defender

2009 - 2011

Attorney and Counselor at Law, Bynum Law Office PLLC

Associations

2011 - 2015

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. C.S.

Not Guilty

Nangurai v. State

Reversed assault conviction, prevented deportation

Taylor v. State

Reversed the Court of Appeals

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Education

N/A

University of Southern California Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

The University of Texas at Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Training Your Defense Team to Win

Pre-trial Motions

2012

Your Best Motion Ever

Research Tips and Presentation of Documents

2012

Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Immigration Consequences

2012

County Criminal Court at Law Immigration Training

Advising the Non-citizen Client

2011

TSU Law School Criminal Law Boot Camp

Counseling the Non-citizen Client in a Criminal Case

2011

Jan. 2011 meeting, Professional Bondsmen of Harris County

Bail Bond Issues for Clients with Immigration Detainers

2010

Dec. 2010 meeting, Galveston County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

What Every Criminal Defense Lawyer Needs to Know About Immigration Law

Publications

2010

The Defender, (Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association) Dealing with Immigration Detainers

Languages

Spanish

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