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Earl is the current president of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association and has served on the board of directors for the past six years.
Earl is a native Houstonian, who spent over twenty-eight years working investigative divisions within the Houston Police Department. In 1999, Earl was licensed by the State Bar and started prosecuting cases for the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. Earl started his criminal defense practice in 2003, and has been a continuous member of the College of the State Bar of Texas and the various criminal defense organizations in and around Harris County.
Throughout his careers, Earl has seen and worked criminal cases from every aspect: investigation, prosecution, and defense. Earl has a tremendous amount of experience regarding criminal law and has defended clients in twenty four different counties in Texas.
Earl is certified by the State in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and has successfully represented hundreds of defendants charged with driving while intoxicated.
In 2008, the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association named Earl as their Attorney of the Year for his defense of a capital murder suspect. During Earl's representation his client was exonerated and the investigation reveiled who had actually committed the murder.
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Acquired: 1999
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397 North Sam Houston Parkway East Suite 325, Houston, TX, 77060
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Violent Crime
Posted by Michelle | December 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime
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Back in 2004 while still in the Houston DA's office, Mr. Musick won a felony on a first time attempted murder case after my boyfriend attacked me with a sword. He is intelligent, driven and eloquent.
"I endorse this lawyer. Earl is one of those people that you never forget once you meet him. He is extremely ethical and cares about his clients and about the integrity of the justice system. He has worked in the system as a police officer, prosecutor, and now criminal defense lawyer. In every capacity he raised the bar of professionalism. He is an outstanding lawyer and one of the best men I have ever met. I endorse him without hesitation or reservation."
"Earl Musick is a larger than life criminal defense lawyer and a friend. As a cop, Earl arrested a corrupt judge. As a defense lawyer, Earl is fearless and stands up for every client he represents. Earl Musick truly is a living legend."
"Earl Musick is one of the most experienced criminal lawyers in Texas. Earl is a former policeman, a former prosecutor and is presently a criminal defense attorney. Earl's professional background is unique among criminal defense lawyers which gives him special insight in how to handle a client's case. Earl is totally committed to justice and fights daily for his clients in one of the toughest jurisdictions in the nation."
"Earl Musick is a very good criminal defense lawyer. I have known him for many years. As a defense attorney, I even tried a felony jury trial against him when he was with the DA's office. With his many years working in law enforcement, he is very knowledgeable and is an asset to the defense bar. I endorse him."
"Earl is a tireless and fearless advocate for his clients. He commands a presence when he walks in any courtroom and makes his clients feel at ease under trying circumstances. Our profession is better having Earl among our group."
"EARL IS A CREDIT TO THE LEGAL COMMUNITY, HE FIGHTS WITH PASSION FOR HIS CLIENTS AND HE IS AN EXTREMELY TALENTED ADVOCATE. I HAVE ALWAYS ADMIRED HIS WORK.I endorse this lawyer."
"Earl Musick is a fine criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for zealously representing his clients. I knew Earl as a respected homocide detective and got to personally know him as a prosecutor. He is now a lifelong friend who fights along with me at the courthouse for what is right---justice for the citizen accused. With his wealth of experience I would certainly endorse this lawyer's work."
"Earl Musick is an exceptional lawyer with the utmost integrity. He is passionate about his work and diligently fights for his clients."
Criminal defense lawyer
2008
Attorney of the Year 2008, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2003 - Present
Partner, Musick & Musick, L.L.P.
1999 - 2003
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2011 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationPresident
2006 - Present
Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2003 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1999 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember
2010 - 2011
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationPresident-Elect
2009 - 2010
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationVice President
2005 - 2009
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
1997 - 1998
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityVice President
1998
1995
BS - Bachelor of Science