Patrick Michael Kelley

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Patrick Michael Kelley

4.7
27 reviews
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Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 42 years

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

4116 Watson Street, Houston, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

About Patrick

Biography

A winning defense that will get you your life back! Over 35 years of criminal law experience.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Drug defense. Defeating illegal police searches and illegal police arrests. Over 3,200 criminal cases defended since 1990. Over 35 years of criminal law experience.

75%
Drug Crime 25%

Drug defense. Defeating illegal police searches and illegal police arrests. Over 3,200 criminal cases defended since 1990. Over 35 years of criminal law experience.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 42 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1983

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office Of Patrick Kelley

4116 Watson Street, Houston, TX, 77009

houstondrugdefense.com/

Patrick Michael Kelley's Reviews

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Posted by Derick | August 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Decision Ever - Class A Felony Dismissed !

Handled my case with professionalism and transparency. Gave me all information needed to abide by my bond. After 21mo of fighting my case Atty Kelley got my case dismissed. I was fighting a Class A Felony 5-99 years and I trusted Atty Kelley and Atty Julie Jones with my life and they Delivered. Crea...ting a motion for discovery in my case that led to the dismissal. I can’t thank them enough and I would definitely recommend them to represent your loved ones. 10/10

Posted by Demetric | May 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The man

Pat Kelly one of the best lawyers you can ever have… walk in the court do what he say he gone do and get up outta there with a come out on top decision… wasn’t too high and handled his business… him and Julie

Posted by A.R | November 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Perfect Choice

I would highly recommend hiring Pat Kelly and Julie Jones. They got my felony case dismissed. Mr. Kelley is very thorough with his work, and did not cut corners. I made the right decision by choosing this firm as my attorney's.

Posted by Matthew | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Hell Of A Attorney

I have had a good experience with this attorney he was very firm and didn’t mess around the system would recommend if you want a attorney that’s not gonna stand for nonsense

Posted by VM | October 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in Houston Texas

Mr.Kelley and Julie Jones are the best representation you can get. I am a convicted felon and was facing 25 years but thanks to them, I am free in the world. My case was dismissed even though it did take over 18 months to do so but the wait was worth it. I would recommend them to anyone and am very b...lessed to have hired them.

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Owner, Law Office Of Patrick Kelley

1983 - 1990

Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1983 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1983 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

1983 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1983

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Illinois

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1995

Houston Chronicle weekly column Drug Search & Seizure

1995

Houston Post weekly column Drug Search & Seizure

1994

Houston Post weekly column Drug Search & Seizure

Languages

English

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