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5.0 /5.0
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Paul C. Looney
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Biography
Since 1995, I have tried 60 criminal defense jury trials with zero final convictions. I am fortunate to be in practice with Clay S.Conrad, as well as Wade B. Smith and Matthew J. Hefti.
I am an avid golfer and a cigar aficionado, and enjoy spending time with friends, my daughter and granddaughter.
I don't care what you've been accused of - I can help! Call my office today for a consultation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
38 years
DUI and DWI
15%
38 years
Personal Injury
15%
38 years
Family
10%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2021 2020 2019
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3
2020 2018 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 35 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1990
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1996
Licensed in Illinois
State: Illinois
Location
Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C.
(281) 597-8818
Fax
(281) 949-7675
Mobile
11767 Katy Freeway., Suite. 740, Houston, TX, 77079
lschlaw.comLooney Smith Conrad & Hefti P. C.
(979) 826-8484
Fax
(281) 949-7675
Mobile
918 Austin Street, Hempstead, TX, 77445
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Posted by Melissa | June 11, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Rock Star
Mr. Looney and his entire team have been such a blessing! I was amazed at how quickly things started happening when they took us on. They are thorough, considering and anticipating every angle and response. Mr. Looney is upfront and honest about the case and has gone above and beyond to show his s...
Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Paul C Looney
Mr. Looney is very knowledgeable and communicates very effectively what to expect going forward in our case. We received a recommendation for Mr. Looney's services from a law enforcement officer who is a long-time family friend. . Mr. Looney was able to begin the process with the court within weeks...
Posted by Jessica | June 04, 2015
First class
Paul is an incredible attorney with a huge heart, he reached out to my family in a time of need and got the job done. I don't know what we would have done without him!
Posted by Kevin | December 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
I am a satisfied client!
I want to thank Paul Looney for working hard to prove my innocence related to a criminal case. He was able to rid a felony charge and lessen the consequences to very reasonable ones. He and his staff are respectable and patient individuals. They were always available and kept me well-informed. I am a...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Client
Paul helped show the State that I was a productive member of society who, unfortunately, fell to an illness. Paul showed the State to not look at me as another offender. Instead, the State saw me as someone who both strives to make positive changes in the world and needs to maintain her own persona...
Paul C. Looney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul Looney is one of the most brilliant criminal defense minds I've ever come across. He's a fearless fighter for his clients and one of the most skilled courtroom advocates I've ever seen. I'm lucky to practice with him, and anyone accused of a crime would be blessed to have him as their attorney."
"Mr. Looney is an active contributor on Avvo. I have had the opportunity to read several of his Q&A answers, and I endorse Mr. Looney as a professional, well-read and knowledgable attorney in the area of criminal law."
"Mr. Looney has been practicing law for about as long as I have and has a well-deserved reputation as a fine criminal defense trial lawyer. I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He gives each client top notch representation. Paul’s preparation is excellent. I highly recommend Paul for your legal needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's one of the best in the field."
"Paul has a fantastic mind and gives his all to enable his clients to get the best results possible. Most of the time, he does just that! His trial record is nothing short of phenomenal!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a talented, intelligent, well-respected, and caring attorney, and I am pleased to be able to provide this endorsement of him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is amazing. I have referred many criminal matters to him over the years and know the quality of his work. If you need a criminal defense lawyer, I can strongly recommend Paul C. Looney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Looney is passionately devoted to obtaining an acquittal for his client. He strives continually to improve his courtroom skills, to negotiate the most favorable results for his clients and to find unique and unconventional defenses for difficult cases."
"I consider Paul to be an excellent criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse Paul wholeheartedly. I have known and worked with Paul on several matters over the years and have found him to be exceptionally competent and genuinely concerned for his clients. His knowledge base is considerable as are his abilities to get the job done and get it done right."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is the best trial lawyer that I know. If you're looking for a lawyer that can win the seemingly impossible case, then Paul Looney is your lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Looney always handles himself in the highest professional manner. While courteous to witnesses, lawyers and judges, he never fails to drive his point home time after time. His clients are well served by him."
"Probably a higher percentage of Not Guilty verdicts than any other lawyer in area. Knows how to recognize strengths and weaknesses of a case quickly. Superb cross-examiner, and excellent at jury selection. Looney is the lawyer I'd use if I got arrested."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1996.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 1996
updated on 01/13/2020Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Paul’s comment:
“In 1996 I informed a client I was not going to pursue an appeal on his behalf that I felt was frivolous. I informed him of his right to hire another attorney to pursue the appeal but I failed to inform him of his right to pursue it himself without a lawyer. I had no idea I had to inform him he could do it on his own. As a result of his successful grievance against me he was granted an out of time appeal which he filed and the Appellate Court deemed to be without merit just as I had informed him.”
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2015
Nation's TOP ONE Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2011
Super Fellow, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Institute
1988
Dean's Honor List, South Texas College of Law
1988
Law Fraternity International, Phi Alpha Delta
1978
National Social Science Honor Society, Phi Gamma Mu
1978
Economics Honor Society, Omicron Delta Upsilon
1977
Freshman Honor Society, Phi Eta Sigma
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Trial Lawyer, Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C.
1990 - 1996
Trial Lawyer, Lamson & Looney, P.C.
Associations
2004 - Present
U.S. District Court, District of ColoradoAttorney and Counselor of Law
2000 - Present
United States Tax CourtAttorney and Counselor of Law
1998 - Present
United States Court of Federal ClaimsAttorney and Counselor
1998 - Present
United States District Court Eastern District of MichiganAttorney and Counselor at Law
1998 - Present
Northern District of Texas District CourtAttorney and Counselor of Law
1997 - Present
Fifth Circuit Court of AppealsAttorney and Counselor of Law
1992 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
1991 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
1991 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of TexasAttorney and Counselor of Law
1990 - Present
Supreme Court of TexasAttorney and Counselor of Law
1988 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
1988 - Present
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity InternationalAttorney Member
2012 - 2013
Waller County Bar AssociationFounding President
2000 - 2000
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee Member
1999 - 2003
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers, Education InstituteBoard Member
1990 - 1999
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Not Guilty aggravated assault and Not Guilty of assault with bodily injury
Aggravated Assault (Felony) Trial
NOT GUILTY!
U.S. Marshal Accused of Blowing Agent's Cover
Not Guilty on either count
Education
1990
South Texas College of Law
Juris Doctorate
1978
West Texas State University
Economics
1978
West Texas State University
Political Science
Speaking Engagements
1998
Continuing Education Stanford Law School
Jury Persuasion in Criminal Cases: Utilizing "Solution Selling" Techniques
Publications
2014
The Champion magazine
Proceeding Vaguely: Obstruction of a Pending Proceeding Under 18 U.S.C. 1505
2014
The Voice (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association)
Jury Persuasion in Criminal Cases: Utilizing "Solution Selling" Techniques
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Paul earned significant contribution points in 2021.
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are the consequences for refusing roadside DWI tests and breath analyzer test in Texas?
14 Dec 2021
Q&A
My husband signed 5yr plea ,has served 3yr 6m He seen parole 7wks ago and yet no decision . Could this possibly mean good or Bad
14 Dec 2021
Q&A
How can they foreclose while incarserated and during pandemic? Do i have to leave my home?
14 Dec 2021