Gary Schaffer Miller

Gary Schaffer Miller

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at The Woodlands, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

8505 Technology Forest Place, Suite 104, The Woodlands, TX

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Miller Law Group, PLLC

8505 Technology Forest Place, Suite 104, The Woodlands, TX, 77381

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Gary Schaffer Miller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer

Gary helped me with a DWI case and was attentive throughout the whole process. He is very personable and I would highly recommend!

Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

BEST LAWYER EVER

Mr. Miller is the best lawyer you could ever ask for not only is he kind and courteous he is extremely knowledgeable in handling DWI cases. I was charged with a DWI and from our very first meeting Mr. Miller was able to put my mind at ease, and was with me every step of the way. If I ever had a quest...ion(and believe me I had a tons) or concerns he was just a phone call or text message away. My case did go to trial but due to Mr. Miller's extensive knowledge in field sobriety testing, the blood draw process, and the officers questioning process my case was dismissed in the middle of my trial. I can honestly say I don't think I would have had the same out come if I went with anyone else his experience in working on both sides (he was a prosecutor before he became a defense attorney) really came in handy. Mr. Miller is now helping me with the expunction process. I will be forever thankful to Mr. Miller for all his help, support, and for always going that extra mile. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney. He is truly the best.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Excellent Lawyer

I am very pleased to recommend Mr. Miller. He gave me advice right away of what to do at work, he solved my case promptly. He kept me informed at all times of all possible scenarios, and he did not stop working until the case was first dismissed, and then expunged. After that he has answer questions ...of how to answer to government agencies, like immigration. I am back to work, with all my rights back.

Posted by Sam | May 25, 2010 | Criminal Defense

Many steps beyond what I had expected...

From our first meeting, Gary put me at ease quite a bit; that's really saying a lot, considering how distraught I was about my situation. He was able to give me the full scope of what we were dealing with early on with my case, which was so important to me in terms of feeling confident and not worry...ing about it too much as it all proceeded. As we made our way through several date resets in court, it felt beyond laborious for me. However, there was absolutely never a moment when I did not trust Gary fully to give me and my case full attention. I found him to be kind and compassionate, and he certainly never treated my case as an abstract or faceless operation. His fee was more than appropriate for the work he did, and I firmly believe that the eventual case dismissal that he was able to obtain for me might not have happened at all, had I been working with an attorney with even a bit less commitment and dedication to individuals and the process. In a very scary and daunting time for me, he came through in the most amazing of ways. His words were never empty promises; he was always clear about what he would do his best to obtain. I respect this about his practice so much, and I would wholeheartedly recommend his service to absolutely anyone needing criminal defense that goes many steps beyond basic competence and knowledge of the law. Much is nebulous in the sea of attorneys out there; Gary was no less than a godsend in my life.

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mandy Miller

Unknown lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known, and worked with, Gary Miller for over seven years. His knowledge of the law is extensive and he is fully dedicated to his clients. Gary consistently obtains excellent results for his clients based on his hard work. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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David Nachtigall

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gary and I worked together for several years at the Harris County District Attorney's Office. Gary is a straight-shooter, a knowledgeable criminal lawyer, and an excellent trial attorney. I endorse Gary's work."

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Kelly Benavides

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julie Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dedicated, experienced and trustworthy Houston criminal defense attorney."

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Luis Midence

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've known Gary since he was a tough prosecutor who everyone feared going up against. Gary is now a great defense attorney with a reputation as a rising star in the courthouse. I'm glad he's on our side."

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Jeremy Maldonado

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Gary while a Prosecutor and a Criminal Defense lawyer. He has excllent judgment and works hard to ensure great results for his clients."

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Matthew Skillern

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Gary Miller was a good prosecutor. I knew he was too fair-minded not to turn to defense work. Gary is well-liked and respected at the courthouse and he serves his clients well."

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Mandy Miller

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David Nachtigall

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Ibrahim Khawaja

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Luis Midence

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Jeremy Maldonado

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Matthew Skillern

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2015

2015 Top Lawyers - Criminal Defense, Houstonia Magazine

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Certification - Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

2010

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2010

Houston Top Lawyers (Criminal Defense), H Magazine

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Founding Partner, Miller & Lindsey, PLLC

2008 - Present

Founding Partner, Miller Law Group, PLLC

2006 - 2008

Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office

2005 - 2006

, Hinton, Sussman, Bailey & Davidson

Associations

2017 - Present

Woodlands Bar Association

member

2017 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

member

2010 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felon in possession of a Firearm

Not Guilty - jury trial

DWI case

Dismissed.

State of Texas vs. J.N-F (PCS with intent to deliver)

Dismissed.

State of Texas vs. J.H. (Terroristic Threat - Family Member)

Not Guilty - Jury Trial

State of Texas vs. N.M. (DWI)

Dismissed.

Capital Murder

Dismissed

Capital Murder - Harris County, TX

Dismissed

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Education

2005

University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law

Juris Doctorate, with Honors

2002

University of California - Davis

BA

Speaking Engagements

2017

Reasonble Doubt - television show

Guest

2008

Thurgood Marshall School of Law

Overview of Harris County Criminal Courts at Law

Languages

English

Activity

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