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CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER
Licensed in:
State Bar of Texas
Supreme Court of the United States
United States Court of Appeals For The Fifth Circuit
United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
Member:
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association
Harris County Criminal Lawyer's Association
State Bar of Texas
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John E. Reid & Associates, The Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation Course, 2005.
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Former Prosecutor
Former Assistant District Attorney
Harris County District Attorney's Office
- Chief Prosecutor, County Criminal Courts
- Trial Bureau
- Felony Trial Division
- Misdemeanor Trial Division
- Juvenile Division
- Family Criminal Law Division
- Governmental Affairs Bureau
- Public Integrity Division
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State and Federal Criminal Defense
White Collar Crimes, Fraud, DWI/Driving While Intoxicated, Texas Health and Safety Code § - Illegal Dumping and Waste Disposal Environmental Crimes, Expunction, Non-Dislcosure, & Record-Sealing, PCS/Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession with Intent to Deliver, Narcotics Trafficking, 21 U.S. Code § 841 Drug Possession and Distribution, Assault, Criminal Defense of Healthcare Fraud, Trade & Smuggling Violations, Wire Fraud, Money Laundering, Tax Evasion, Embezzlement, PPP Loan Fraud, Bank Fraud, Securities Fraud, Insurance Fraud, and other white collar criminal charges at the State and Federal level
A skilled, experienced lawyer to defend you and help you navigate the criminal justice system.
A skilled, experienced lawyer to defend you and help you navigate the criminal justice system.
Todd Leffler has the experience necessary to achieve the best possible result in your DWI case.
Representing individuals and corporations in white collar cases at the State and Federal level.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
24 years
DUI and DWI
30%
24 years
White Collar Crime
30%
24 years
Expungement
10%
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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8
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 23 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Todd A. Leffler, Attorney at Law - The Leffler Firm
1207 S. Shepherd, Houston, TX, 77019
lefflerfirm.com/Gallery
Online Presence
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Todd Ashley Leffler's Reviews
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Posted by Ken | December 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer ever!
I retained attorney Todd Leffler to represent me on a Possession of a Controlled Substance case involving drugs that were diverted from a hospital. As a medical professional, I had to be conscious of my professional licensing, hospital privileges, and other collateral issues in addition to the risk ...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Case Dismissed Thanks to Todd Leffler
I was referred to Todd Leffler by my employer, who, for reference, keeps a team of attorneys on retainer. That alone gave me confidence, but working with him firsthand showed me why he is so highly trusted. I was facing a detrimental charge that weighed heavily on my future. From the beginning, To...
Posted by Nathan | July 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A truly outstanding lawyer, exceeded beyond my wildest expectations, avoided any jail time and resulted in full dismissal.
Todd Leffler is an extraordinary lawyer and my experience with him was better than I could possible imagine. He was compassionate and caring throughout the whole process. It was a complicated case that could of expanded into additional charges by the prosecution, however he was swift and fierce in hi...
Posted by JayAre | June 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DWI CASE DISMISSED!WOW!
DWI Case dismissed! Incredible lawyer! I was facing a serious charge that could have changed the course of my life. I was referred toTodd by someone who trusted him, and now I understand why. He responded quickly when I reached out, made time to talk to me personally, and treated me like a real hu...
Posted by Jayare | June 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DWI case Dismissed!
DWI Case dismissed! Incredible lawyer! I was facing a serious charge that could have changed the course of my life. I was referred toTodd by someone who trusted him, and now I understand why. He responded quickly when I reached out, made time to talk to me personally, and treated me like a real hu...
Todd Ashley Leffler's Lawyer Endorsements
"Todd Leffler is a dedicated and determined lawyer with a thorough understanding of the law. His previous experience as an Assistant District Attorney has made him a formidable trial lawyer. If you are accused of a crime, Todd can protect your rights and fight for you."
"Todd is an exceptional lawyer, a skilled tactician in the courtroom whose knowledge of the law is unsurpassed. He is respected by judges for his abilities and by prosecutors as a formidable adversary. He genuinely cares for his clients and works tirelessly on their behalf."
"Todd is on a short list of people I would trust if I needed a lawyer. There are no gimmicks with him, just old school dedication to his clients and attention to detail. Simply, he is an excellent defense lawyer with an outstanding reputation among his peers."
"I endorse Todd. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I am an attorney from Oregon and worked briefly with Todd on a multi-state matter. Todd was very knowledgeable and helpful, and i wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to him who have matters in Harris County."
"Todd is an excellent lawyer with great legal knowledge. He uses that knowledge, along with his vast trial experience, to effectively defend his clients and their rights. I have personally seen him at work in the courtroom and would highly recommend him in all areas of criminal defense."
"I have known Todd for quite some time. He is intelligent, diligent and effective. He is very familiar with the court system and knows how to navigate it. He gets extremely good results for his clients due to his hard work. He is an excellent lawyer and I have no hesitation in endorsing him."
"I have worked with Todd before and admire his creative thinking and ability as a triaI lawyer. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Any potential client would be fortunate to have Todd fighting on their behalf."
"I worked with Todd for five years at the Harris County District Attorney's Office. As a fellow prosecutor, I witnessed that Todd was an extremely hard-working public servant and a talented trial lawyer. As Todd's opponent in the courtroom, I witnessed him use those same skills over the last seven years to provide extraordinary representation to his clients charged with crimes in Harris County."
"I have known Todd since 2001. In that time I have come to know him as a conscientious, intelligent, and tenacious advocate. He effectively and successfully advocates for his clients in every case. I highly endorse Todd Leffler."
"Todd is a gifted attorney, with years of experience prosecuting and defending criminal lawsuits. Todd's knowledge of the law and creative defense generate superb results. I endorse his work."
"Todd is a smart, experienced attorney specializing in DWI law and criminal defense. His considerable experience as a former Harris County prosecutor, along with his work ethic and knowledge of criminal law, make him one of the top criminal lawyers in Houston. Having worked with Todd on cases, I have seen firsthand how tirelessly he works for his clients. He is also compassionate and thorough--he spends a lot of time with each client discussing and explaining all aspects of their case. Because he thoroughly looks at every detail of a case, his rate of getting dismissals for his clients is very high."
"Mr. Leffler is a hard worker and he is dedicated to getting the best results possible for his clients. He is highly qualified in criminal defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Todd is an excellent trial lawyer. I had the pleasure of seeing him in action during a DWI trial when I was a prosecutor in Houston. Todd did an incredible job defending his client. He was very personable and had the jury eating out of his hand from start to finish."
"Todd Leffler combines his substantial experience and viewpoints as a former District Attorney with several years experience as a successful defense attorney to provide excellent representation for Defendants. He uses both his court room skills and hard work preparing cases for the court room to serve his clients well. Perhaps most importantly, he looks out for his clients' best interests and serves their needs. For these and many other reasons, I strongly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very competent and personable."
"I whole heartedly endorse Todd Leffler. I've known Todd since he was a Harris County District Attorney. Being a reasonable and fair minded DA, he could only sell that nonsense for so long and decided to follow his true calling fighting for the citizen. However, the DAs office did provide him invaluable experience on ALL types of criminal cases. Todd is confident in any court room on any case. His personality if also very powerful with the jury. Any client would be luck to hire Todd. (Even if he did go to St. Johns.)"
"I endorse this lawyer. Todd is an outstanding trial lawyer who prepares his cases thoroughly. He is well respected by his peers, opponents and the judiciary. You can be confident in your decision to hire Todd."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Client's Choice, AVVO
2025
Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®
2025
Top 10 Attorney Award - State of Texas, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2025
America's Most Honored Lawyers, The American Registry
2025
Gold - Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®
2024
Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
America's Most Honored Lawyers, The American Registry
2024
Top 10 Attorney Award - State of Texas, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2023
America's Most Honored Lawyers, The American Registry
2023
Top Ten Attorney Award - State of Texas, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2023
2023 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2022
America's Top 5% Most Honored Lawyers of 2022, The American Registry
2022
Society of Legal Scholars, Texas Bar College of the State Bar of Texas
2021
2021 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2019
Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine
2019
10 Best Attorney Selection for Texas, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best Attorney Selection for Texas, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2019
2019 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2019
Who's Who in the World, Marquis Publications
2019
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
2018 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2018
Top Lawyers 2018, Houstonia Magazine
2018
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
Fellowship Invitiation, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2018
10 Best Attorneys - Client Satisfaction - Criminal Defense, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Top 10 Attorney Award - State of Texas, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
Chosen for Top 10 Attorney Award - State of Texas, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
Houston's Top Lawyers - 2017, Houstonia Magazine
2017
2017's Top 10% Most Honored Professionals, The American Registry
2016
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2016
Distinguished Lawyer Designation, The Expert Network
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 10% of 2016, The American Registry
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Houston's Top Lawyers - White Collar, H Texas Magazine
2015
Top Lawyers 2015, Houstonia Magazine
2015
Houston's Top Lawyers - DWI/DUI, H Texas Magazine
2014
Top Lawyers 2014, Houstonia Magazine
2014
Superb Rated Lawyer, AVVO
2014
Chosen for Top 10 Attorney Award - Client Satisfaction, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Houston's Top Lawyers 2014, H Texas Magzine
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers Selection, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Chosen for Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2013
Top Lawyers 2013, Houstonia Magazine
2013
Houston's Top Lawyers 2013, H Texas Magazine
2013
2013 Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2012
2012 Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2010
College of the State Bar of Texas, State Bar of Texas
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Lawyer, The Leffler Firm - Todd A. Leffler, Attorney at Law
2001 - 2006
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
1999 - 2000
Law Clerk, Cook, Doyle, and Bradshaw, L.L.P.
1998 - 1998
Law Clerk, Marshall and Gonzalez, L.L.P.
1996 - 1996
Intern, Justice Records
1994 - 1994
Law Clerk, Runner, Intern, Research Assistant, Schaffer, Lambright, Odom, & Sparks
Associations
2026 - Present
Brazoria County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Texas DWI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Lawyers' AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Bar Association of the Fifth Federal CircuitMember
2006 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyer's AssociationMember
2002 - Present
The State Bar of TexasMember
2002 - 2006
Texas District and County Attorneys AssocationMember
2001 - 2006
Former Harris County Assistant District AttorneyAssistant District Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
The United States vs. H.J.
Not Guilty, 23 Counts
The State of Texas vs. T.C.
Dismissed after Motion to Suppress Granted
The State of Texas vs. K.B.
No Billed
The State of Texas vs. A.Z.
Dismissed
The State of Texas vs. C.Y.
Dismissed
The State of Texas vs. D.R.
Dismissed
The State of Texas vs. W.M.
Dismissed
The State of Texas vs. R.L.
Not Guilty
The State of Texas vs. H.G.
Case Dismissed after Motion to Suppress Granted
The State of Texas vs. D.R.
Dismissed
The State of Texas vs. H.K.
Dismissed
The State of Texas vs. W.R.
Case Dismissed after Motion to Suppress Granted
Education
2002
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Southern Methodist University
BA - Bachelor of Arts - with Honors and Departmental Distinction
1997
Oxford University, University College, Summer Program
1995
St. John's School
Speaking Engagements
2010
The Legal Environment
White Collar v. Blue Collar Crime (The Defense Perspective)
2006
Reasonable Doubt - Television Program
The Harris County District Attorney's Office Intake System
2005
St. John's School Presentation
Criminal Consequences for Juveniles and Adults
Publications
2016
Houston Chronicle
Defendant Found Not Guilty On All Counts
2016
Department of Justice Press Release
Owners and Chiropractor Indicted in Alleged Nationwide Worker’s Compensation Fraud Scheme
2016
2014
Department of Justice Press Release
Two University Of Houston Professors Indicted
2014
2011
Houston Chronicle
Seven Arrested in Alleged Houston Drug Store OTC Theft Ring
2011
Department of Justice Press Release
Seven Charged in Interstate Theft and Fencing Ring of Over-the-Counter Drugs
Languages
English
Vietnamese
Spanish
Arabic