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Gilbert G. Garcia
also known as The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm
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Biography
Mr. Garcia became Board Certified in Criminal Law in 1989 and has decades of experience in the criminal courts of Montgomery and Walker Counties. Gilbert G. Garcia Garcia is a member and past president of the Montgomery County Bar Association and a member and past president of the Montgomery County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Garcia received a B.A. from University of Notre Dame and a JD from the University of TX School of Law. Mr. Garcia was a Captain in the JAG Corps of the US Army.
Mr. Garcia has experience with a wide variety of criminal matters including: possession of marijuana (POM), driving while intoxicated (DWI), driving under the influence (DUI), boating while intoxicated (BWI), public intoxication (PI), intoxication assault/manslaughter, open container, minor in possession (MIP), providing alcohol to a minor, disorderly conduct, driving while license suspended or invalid, fictitious/counterfeit inspection or tag, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of controlled substance, possession or dangerous drug, manufacturing or delivery of controlled substance/dangerous drug, murder, criminally negligent homicide, criminal trespass, online solicitation of a minor, possession of child pornography, enticing a child, prostitution, indecency with a child, sexual assault, assault, assault family violence, assault on a public servant, harassment, retaliation, unlawful restraint, theft, fraud, forgery, shoplifting, burglary, prohibited weapons, evading arrest, failure to ID, interference with emergency call, false report to a peace officer, resisting arrest, evading arrest/detention, tampering with evidence, duty of striking fixture, street racing, failure to stop and render aid, robbery, abuse of official capacity/information, breach of computer security, gambling, deadly conduct, organized crime, criminal mischief, terroristic threat, probation violations such as a Motion to Revoke or a Motion to Adjudicate, and all other juvenile crimes. Other matters related to criminal charges include: order to release interlock, occupational license and ALR hearings.
Mr. Garcia's experience includes: Bastrop Assistant District Attorney and Assistant Montgomery County Attorney. He founded Garcia & Garcia, Attorneys at Law, P.C. and The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm. Mr. Garcia is a member of the State Bar of TX, TX Criminal Def Lawyers Assoc, Nat Assoc of Criminal Def Lawyers, College of the State Bar of TX, The Nat College for DUI Def, Inc. Gilbert is a lifetime member and Platinum Sponsor of Houston NORML and a member of the National NORML Legal Committee.
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Licensed in Texas for 47 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
THE GILBERT G. GARICA LAW FIRM
220 North Thompson Suite 202, Conroe, TX, 77301-2840
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Recommendation (29)
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Character & Conduct (15)
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Posted by William | July 14, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Very Best of a Bad Situatiom
Mr. Garcia helped our family deal with our daughter's poor decisions very well. He helped us understand what we were up against in a tough jurisdiction and gave excellent advice. We believe he negotiated the very best plea possible given the circumstances. He is highly recommended!
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2014 | Drug Crime
Arrogant / disrespectful
Hired him to help a loved one for possession of control substance, but had to fire him due to his arrogance, he was sitting with his feet on the table , faced towards us while he was discussing the case. How arrogant can one be, even if he knows a lot about law , he does not know how to act professi...
Posted by Pedro | June 22, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Lawyer!
Never got to meet him in person ,I only spoke to him a few times over the phone because I live far away from his office. He was sincere, friendly and got to the point right away. His office staff was always friendly, respectful and very informative about my case. Mr. Garcia handled my case with perfe...
Posted by Margaret | June 17, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Frivolous assault charges against alzheimer patient
I hired Gilbert to represent my husband (an alzheimer's patient) on assault charges.This incident happened in a care facility about a week after he was released from the hospital where he was severely overdosed by doctors. He was not yet completely free of the excess of drugs. Mr Garcia followed th...
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2014 | Drug Crime
Great Lawyer and Staff. Highly Recommended.
Gilbert recently represented my son who had been charged with a Class B Misdemeanor Deferred POM offence. Gilbert and his staff worked diligently over a period of 6 months to reduce the charge to a Class C Misdemeanor Deferred. We will work with Mr Garcia in the future to have records expunged.There ...
Gilbert G. Garcia's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Gilbert is always willing to answer your questions. He treats people with respect. Gilbert has been defending people accused of crimes for decades, and has a great reputation among his peers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Gilbert G. Garcia is a powerful advocate for his clients. He understands the intricacies of criminal law, knows how to navigate the justice system, and ceaselessly fights for his clients' rights. He also recognizes the necessity of improving the law itself. I was honored to work with him to advocate for cannabis law reform. I endorse this lawyer."
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"First referral recommendation for criminal defense in Montgomery County, Texas."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Gilbert Garcia. As a family lawyer, I have referred many of my clients to Gilbert. His results are superb, he is very knowledgable about all aspects of criminal law, and clients always thank me for making the referral."
"I endorse this lawyer. Gilbert Garcia is knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and cares about his clients."
"I endorse Mr. Garcia. He is a knowledgeable attorney who advocates for his clients and is skillful in his defense."
"Gilbert is passionate about doing what is just for his clilents. He is respected by his peers and is not afraid to fight for what is right."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Garcia is a great lawyer who cares about his clients and fights. He is not afraid to go to trial and is respected by local prosecutors. Give him a call if you need help and see what he can do for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Gilbert works hard, is very experienced, and takes his cases and clients seriously."
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2001
Small Business Leader of the Year, Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce
1989
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm
1984 - 2008
Owner & Partner, Garcia & Garcia, Attorneys at Law P.C.
1983 - 1984
Assistant County Attorney, Montgomery County
1979 - 1983
JAG Officer, United Sates Army
1977 - 1979
Assistant District Attorney, Bastrop County
Associations
2015 - Present
NORML - HoustonPlatinum Sponsor & Member
2009 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsMember
2008 - Present
Texas ExesMember
2000 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2000 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1990 - Present
Montgomery County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationCriminal Law
1985 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
Conroe YMCA
Board of Directors
Sacred Heart School Board
President
Sacred Heart School Board
Board of Directors
Sacred Heart School Capital Committee
Chairman
Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Revitalization Committee Chair
Rivershire Community Association
Board of Directors
2010 - 2012
Community Chamber of CommerceMember
2008 - 2009
Harbour Town Community AssociationBoard of Directors
2008 - 2016
The Woodlands Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2010
Huntsville/Walker Co Chamber of CommerceMember
2007 - 2008
Montgomery County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPresident
1999 - 2001
Montgomery County Bar AssociationPresident
1999 - 2003
Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
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Education
1978
University of Texas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Notre Dame
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Civics Class
Criminal Defense
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attorney's Race
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attorney's Race
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attonrey's Race
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attorney's Race
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attorney's Race
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attorney's Race
2012
Candidate Forum
District Attorney's Race
2012
Al on the Air
District Attorney's Race
2011
Civics Class
Criminal Justice System - What Criminal Defense Lawyers do
2011
Civic's Class
Criminal Justice System
2006
CLE
Criminal Law for the Non-practitioner
Publications
2005
Downtown Conroe
Downtown Conroe Revitalization
2004
Downtown Conroe
Downtown Conroe Revitalization
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a 17 year old be charged with a DWI for driving under the influence of marijuana?
20 Sep 2018
Q&A
ASSAULT - (CLASS A) FAMILY VIOLENCE(FV)?
10 Aug 2018
Q&A
Can he get out on parole before his projected release date ?
27 Jul 2018
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Top 10 Reasons to Clean Your Criminal Record
27 Sep 2011
Legal Guide
DWI Update: Mixing Prescriptions and Alcohol
27 Sep 2011
Legal Guide
The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) has recently completed a two-year study
27 Sep 2011