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Jan L. Fry

4.7
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

1300 W. 19th, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1985

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1996

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Law Office of Jan L Fry

1300 W. 19th, Houston, TX, 77270

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Jan L. Fry's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2015 | Criminal Defense

THEY OFFERED ME 25 YEARS AND JAN L. FRY, GOT MY CASE DISMISSED

After I was arrested and taken to jail she came and seen me about 2 days later, and we talked about the case, I was charged with 25kgs. of narcotics my bail was over 4 million dollars she told me that they arrested me without probable cause and basically jumped the gun on the arrest, and that we coul...d beat it on a motion to suppress, she never once changed her story on the way that she thought that she could beat the case, she always told me that she felt good about the case. After about the 3rd time going to court they offered me 25 years mind you this was my first time ever being arrested so this was a big shock to a person who has never gone to jail, she told me that she still felt good about the case and that it would take some time because it was a big case. So fast forward thru more resets about 10 months we get to the suppression hearing and she does her stuff her magic, pulls some very good cases for my case. The judge told us that we would hear the decision the next day, so I go back the next day, and Jan is smiling from ear to ear that's when I new that we won, and when the judge said it, it was a big sigh of relief. I was out that night to see my knew born, I thank God for Jan L. Fry. and her knowledge of the law and her ability to delivery it. She is a seasoned and determined lawyer, I would recommend her to my children. And she is very affordable, she actually cares, and she loves winning!!!!! Go Jan............ My family appreciates and loves you. Thank You again for your commitment.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2013 | Juvenile

Parents this is the lawyer you want.

Jan Fry helped our young person in a way that really made a difference in his life. She believed in him and brought out the best in him. She goes the extra mile and really cares about her clients. I would highly recommend her to parents. She is fair and has reasonable costs.

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Impressed! Goes the extra mile!

This attorney was amazing! She worked miracles with my case and gave me a much better experience than I had with past attorneys. Attorneys are always tardy to the courtroom given that they have several different clients, but she always came and always prepared me for whatever was to occur on my cour...t date. She always returned my calls in a timely manner so that I was not left to stress about the many different unknowns within my case. She was encouraging and definitely made me comfortable and aware so that I never had to deal with the unexpected. I feel as though she went above and beyond for the amount I paid her. I could not have hoped for or gotten a better deal with anyone else. If I sound like I am just raving about her performance it's because I am. I never leave reviews on anything or for anyone because I don't have the time, but this attorney impressed me which is why I decided to take the time.

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Happy with Jan Fry as my attorney!

Helped me on a civil matter. She had very reasonable fees and I got fantastic results. She was also available for my and concerns. I would tell anyone I know who needs an attorney to use her.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Do NOT hire her!

Poor performance throughout my case. Doesn't remember details of of my case from one court setting to the next. Always show up late to my court settings. Sometimes an hour or more. If you are a defendant, you'd be real nervous when your lawyer shows up late. Doesn't return calls promptly! Not expens...ive with her fees, but you get what you pay for. My advise; find an lawyer who is more attentive to your defense. .

Jan Fry

Replied last August 14, 2013

I cannot speak about the specifics of this case, however, I will say that a client is never stuck with an attorney. If they are not happy with her performance, they should either communicate their concerns, or find another attorney. Most attorneys at the criminal courthouse have more than one client each day which means that clients very often have to wait for their attorney to finish up in another court. I rarely have a client leave court later than noon, but if you are charged with a criminal offense, you should plan on being in court on a non trial setting at least until noon to be on the safe side. In general, there is no reason for a client to feel nervous because they are waiting on their attorney. The prosecution cannot speak with you and if the court wants your attorney present, they will usually ask you to call them. It is my goal to return phone calls the day I receive them, but depending on my schedule, it may take longer. For emergencies, I am available 24/7. Every case is important to me and it is unfortunate that this was not perceived by this particular client.

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Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1996.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 1996

updated on 09/21/2021

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Jan’s comment:

“This was NOT a complaint from a client.”

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