Mary E. Conn

Mary E. Conn

also known as Freedom Law Group, Freedom Law PPLC

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime

1111 North Loop West, Suite 1180, Houston, TX

About Mary

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Marijuana to Murder. Fraud, white collar crime, murder/homicide, kidnapping, assault, robbery burglary, assault family member. Possession of drugs, trafficking, sale/manufacturing of drugs. Sex crimes. Internet crimes. Federal and State.

42 years

60%
Domestic Violence 20%

Assault family violence, domestic violence, sexual assault/rape, sexual assault of a child, kidnapping. Murder. Aggravated cases. Spousal battery, Child abuse. Injury to a child, revenge porn. Multiple offenses.

42 years

20%
Sex Crime 20%

Sex crimes: sexual assault, rape, internet crimes, revenge porn, child molestation and child pornography. Online solicitation. Federal and state cases. Felonies and misdemeanors. Indecency. Assault. Internet crimes.

42 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1985

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Freedom Law PLLC

1111 North Loop West, Suite 1180, Houston, TX, 77008

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Mary E. Conn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sarah | September 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Saved my life!

Mary Conn is an amazing individual, highly intelligent, and gifted lawyer. She used her superior skills in my case, and really get me out of the mess I was in, and I was in big trouble. If you need a lawyer, get her and and keep her and do whatever she says. She knows her stuff! Highly recommend....

Mary Conn

Replied last September 18, 2015

Thanks Sarah. You have been a great client. Thank you for your kind words and best of luck to you!

Posted by Dre | July 08, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Tried for Capital Murder (multiple) June 2015 FREE July 2, 2015

I was arrested at school during my senior year of high school September 2010 and charged with Capital Murder (multi). Mary Conn took on my case in the Summer of 2014. She always believed me when I said I was innocent and promised to fight for me til the end. Mary Conn did just that. I walked out ...of the Harris County jail on July 2, 2015 after a jury of my peers could not find me guilty. THANK YOU MARY!!! If any of you find yourself in a situation where you need an attorney Mary Conn is the one you need to call. Mary never let me down and I know she won't let you down either.

Mary Conn

Replied last July 08, 2015

Thanks Dre. It was my pleasure and honor to represent you in this awful case. I am so glad it turned out well. You were a great client!

Posted by Jean | May 30, 2015

Loan Officer

Mary Conn is an excellent attorney, very knowledgeable and a real asset when negotiating terms. I have referred many people to Mary and they have always thanked me for connecitng them to such a good attorney who really knows how to look after and protect their interests. I would highly recomm...end Mary Conn to anyone needing an attorney.

Mary Conn

Replied last May 30, 2015

Thanks Jean! I appreciate your referrals! - Mary

Posted by Sylvia | May 30, 2015 | Estate Planning

Client Review

Mary Elizabeth Conn helped this client retain authority over her estate through all the legal issues, court battles, negotiations and emotions. She is as brilliant in court and just as compassionate, well prepared, fluid, sharp and ready for surprises and maneuvers, for us, without loss. She is fierc...e, caring, honorable, dignified and ethical. She continues to represent us today. We are in regular contact with her and can’t recommend Mary Conn enough.

Mary Conn

Replied last May 30, 2015

Thank you Sylvia, I am happy we were able to get done what we did. You have a great family and it is my honor and privilege to be able to work with you. - Mary

Posted by Garrett | May 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Client Review

Mary resolved a situation for me following numerous attempts at prior resolution, including representation by another law firm. The results speak for themselves -- I was made whole, vastly exceeding my expectations of pennies-on-the-dollar. In related conversations with my friends, I have often r...eferred to Mary as a "TV Lawyer", and I mean this in an extremely positive way; the kind of "TV Lawyer" that can win the "unwinnable" case, someone who works hard to creatively minimize costs for clients while at the same time is a tough tenacious take-no-prisoners negotiator on behalf of them, and an attorney who, against the stereotype, is ethical, empathetic, and easily approachable. Fingers-crossed, I hope I will never need a litigator again, but if I do, I'm calling Mary Conn.

Mary Conn

Replied last May 30, 2015

Thanks Garrett! It was a great pleasure working with you, and I was also very pleased at our result. - Mary

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Mary E. Conn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Diana Sims

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend this attorney. She fights hard for her clients."

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Dennis Powell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mary is a brilliant attorney who uses her legal skills and tenacity to obtain great results for her clients. I've known Mary for over 30 years and as great a lawyer as she is, she is an even better person. Highly recommended when your freedom hangs in the balance."

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Gary Peak

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mary is a well respected, top notch attorney who is passionate about what she does. That is what I would want in my attorney and you should too. I am proud to endorse Mary."

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Douglas Borthwick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mary is a great criminal defense lawyer, she is highly motivated and bold, she has the heart of a lion. She is one of the best."

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Lydia Clay-Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mary is the lawyer you cannot go wrong with. She had boundless energy and is great in refining the language in motions. Her wide life experiences are a true asset in thinking outside the box."

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Robert Pelton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mary is a great lawyer who always fights hard for her clients.She and I have known each other over 30 years and during that time I have observed her and seen her keen legal mind at work..Mary always gets good results for her clients..Mary is an honorable lawyer and a fine woman..."

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Robert Fickman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mary Conn is a past president of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association. Mary stands up for her clients and justice. Others pretend to be criminal defense lawyers; Mary is a criminal defense lawyer to the core. No one is more dedicated to their clients and justice than Mary."

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D. Michael Phillips

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mary Conn has shown as a member of the California DUI Defenders Association that she is committed to providing cutting edge DUI defense. The Association members represent the most experienced DUI defense attorneys in California. If you are charged with a DUI, a general practice lawyer is not the answer. Good DUI defense is hard work and few offenses in our court system call for greater attorney expertise than cases involving driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. DUI cases are especially complex because they require defense counsel to understand BOTH scientific and legal issues. I recently heard Ms. Conn speak at a convention, and she clearly demonstrated why she is so highly regarded in the DUI defense community. She is truly a "lawyers lawyer". As a fellow member of the Association, if you are looking for exceptional representation, I would not hesitate to recommend Mary Conn."

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Okorie Okorocha

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely dedicated and effective advocate."

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Joshua Dale

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work and want you to consider her for any case you may have in the Santa Cruz and Santa Clara area of California - Mary Conn will give you the guidance you need whether you are a fellow attorney or a new client w/ a criminal or DUI matter."

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Brett Podolsky

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Breston

Immigration lawyer

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Dennis Powell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Claire Connors

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ray Matthews

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Pelton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lydia Clay-Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Fickman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Dale

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2023

Highest Rating in Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Peer Rated Highest Level of Prof. Excellence, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Peer Rated Highest Level of Prof. Excellence, Martindale-Hubbell®

1994

Presidential Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1993

Presidential Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1992

Outstanding Service as President, Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, Mary Conn Law

Associations

2006 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2000 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

1992 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Past President

1989 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Former Board of Directors

1987 - Present

NORML Legal Committee

Member

1985 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1985 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

1985 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member, past president

1982 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Past President

National Organization for the Reform of Laws

Member

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Association of Federal Defense Attorneys

Member

Women Lawyers of Santa Cruz County

Member

California Public Defenders Association

Member

Deuce Defenders

Member

Santa Cruz County Criminal Defense Bar

Member

Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Santa Cruz County Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2010

Women Lawyers of Santa Cruz County

Board of Directors

2004 - 2011

Women Lawyers of Santa Cruz County

Member

2003 - 2012

California Deuce Defenders

Member

2003 - 2012

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2003 - 2013

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2003 - 2012

Santa Cruz County Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2012

Santa Cruz County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

1988 - 1994

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board of Directors

1987 - 1992

State Bar of Texas

Member

1986 - 2000

Association of Federal Defense Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Willie W.

Not Guilty

Unnamed Lawyer

No Bill

Joe R.

Not Guilty

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Education

1984

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Houston, main campus

BS - Bachelor of Science

1976

University of Texas

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2001

Unknown

The Practice Development Intensive Two Day Program

2000

Unknown

The Practice Development Intensive Two Day Program

2000

National Institute of Trial Advocacy, Boulder

Advanced Trial Advocacy Course

1999

Unknown

The Practice Development Intensive Two Day Program

1998

Unknown

The Practice Development Intensive Two Day Program

1996

Unknown

Make Your Practice Your Business

1995

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Criminal Law Course

Hearsay, Rules 801 and 802

1995

State Bar of Texas, Corpus Christi

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

1992

The Criminal Defense Lawyers Project/Criminal Defense Skills Course, South Padre and Houston

Bai

1992

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Bail and Bond, Ethics, Evidence, Nuts & Bolts Seminar Series

1992

Criminal Defense Lawyers Project/Criminal Defense Skills Course, Houston

Bail and Bond

1991

The Criminal Defense Lawyers Project/Criminal Defense Skills Course, Dallas

Voir Dire

1991

State Bar of Texas, South Padre Island

Sex, Drugs and DNA; Use and Abuse of Criminal Scientific Evidence; Retrograde Extrapolation and Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus

1991

NACDL,, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Assoc., Galveston

The Sixth Annual Advanced Driving While Intoxicated Percy Foreman Memorial Criminal Law Super Star Seminar; Jury Instructions, DWI

1991

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Bail and Bond, Ethics, Evidence, Nuts & Bolts Seminar Series

1991

Criminal Defense Lawyers Project/Criminal Defense Skills Course, Tyler

Search and Seizure

1991

Criminal Defense Lawyers Project/Criminal Defense Skills Course

Jury Selection

1990

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Bail and Bond, Ethics, Evidence, Nuts & Bolts Seminar Series

1990

Criminal Defense Lawyers Project/Criminal Defense Skills Course, Tyler

Search and Seizure

1989

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Bail and Bond, Ethics, Evidence, Nuts & Bolts Seminar Series

Publications

1995

State Bar of Texas, Corpus Christi Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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