Rosario Stornello

Rosario Stornello

also known as Stornello Law Firm

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sugar Land, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement ... +3 more

19901 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, Suite # 216, Sugar Land, TX

About Rosario

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

The Stornello Law Firm represents clients charged with any kind of criminal case in State and Federal Court. In Fort Bend, Harris and all surrounding counties. Types of cases include DWI, Assaults, Drugs, Weapons, Thefts, Robbery, Burglary.

29 years

50%
DUI and DWI 10%

The Stornello Law Firm represents clients charged with any kind of DWI case in State and Federal Court. In Fort Bend, Harris and all surrounding counties in the Houston Metro area.

29 years

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

The Stornello Law Firm represents clients charged with any kind of assault case, felony or misdemeanor in State and Federal Court. In Fort Bend, Harris and all surrounding counties in the Houston Metro area.

29 years

10%
Expungement 10%

The Stornello Law files petitions to erase criminal cases that have been dismissed from clients criminal history records. This includes sealing cases when the client successfully completed deferred adjudication probation. We can seal a DWI case!

29 years

10%
Sex Crime 10%

The Stornello Law Firm represents clients charged with any kind of sex crime case, felony or misdemeanor in State and Federal Court. In Fort Bend, Harris and all surrounding counties in the Houston Metro area.

29 years

10%
Violent Crime 10%

The Stornello Law Firm represents clients charged with any kind of criminal case in State and Federal Court. In Fort Bend, Harris and all surrounding counties in the Houston Metro area.

29 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 27 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1998

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Stornello Law Firm, P.C.

19901 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, Suite # 216, Sugar Land, TX, 77479

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Rosario Stornello's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Jeremy | July 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mr Stornello got my case dismissed

I hired Me. Stornello as my legal representation for a matter I had gotten involved with. He was very point blank from the start on what reasonable expectations to have as to the possible outcomes of my case. After several months of work, my case was dismissed. Hope not to ever have to hire him again... but if I find myself in trouble, I'll definitely get him on my side again.

Posted by annomymous | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

very good lawyer

I hired Mr. Stornello twice. He handled both of my criminal cases, 1 a misdemeanor and 1 a felony, with professionalism and care. He kept me informed every step of the way and always returned my calls, emails, or texts. In both cases he got me the best result I could have hoped for. If you are c...harged with a crime you should hire Mr. Stornello.

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Greatest lawyer ever

I was charged with making a bomb threat at my college. It was all a misunderstanding but the State charged me with a crime. I was lucky I hired Mr. Stornello. He fought for me and convinced the State that I was innocent and he got my charges DISMISSED. I found him to be very honest and hard worki...ng, he stood up for me when nobody else would. He kept me informed at every stage and I could also contact him when I need to ask a question. He fought hard on my case and basically saved my life. If your in trouble I would definitely recommend hiring Mr. Stornello.

Posted by Kim | June 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Great & Honest Lawyer

I hire Mr. Stornello for my son's parole hearing. He did a great job. Thanks to Mr. Stornello my son was granted parole. Mr. Stornello kept us informed the whole time and was tyhr most honest lawyer I ever hired. He fought real hard for my son. I would always use Mr. Stornello for any criminal c...ase.

Posted by Holly | May 13, 2015 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

WORST LAWYER EXPERIENCE EVER

Rosario Stornello took $4900.00 of a retainer after only 5 business days. This firm did NOTHING but fudge bogus figures for things they NEVER performed. After a $5000 retainer and total of TWO emails with ONE SENTENCE on each I decided they were not going to be the right fit. I immediately told them... I no longer needed their services and he got mad at me and then sent me back $100 of the $5000 retainer along with a list of ridiculous charges with $500 going to a phone call to his secretary to give her my credit card number. He even charged me $100 for the only phone call made to him to tell him they were not going to work out, total of 5 minutes before he got mad and hung up on me. How lawyers can get away with stealing funds and charging total BOGUS FRAUDULENT charges they should be ashamed. I pray this does not happen to anyone else and people should really be aware of who they are dealing with. This is a high profile company and people need to know what kind of men they are dealing with.

Rosario Stornello

Replied last May 13, 2015

This client has unfortunately misstated the representation in this case. This client hired our Firm to represent her brother in prison. She represented that this was time sensitive and needed to be worked on immediately. This was done and we put a lot of work into the case in a short time. After a week the client changes her mind on the whole representation and wished to end it without explanation. She asked for an accounting which was provided. We gave her a fair accounting of the work and time spent on the case and charged her a fair fee. Unfortunately this client had unreasonable expectations and was obviously not satisfied. If you look at my other reviews you can obviously see this one unhappy client is unusual.

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Rosario Stornello's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fiza Syed

Expungement lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Busby

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stornello works tirelessly to get you the results that allow you to win cases. He knows the system, the rules of procedure, and the rules of evidence. He will protect your liberty."

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Mekisha Walker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rosario Stornello is an excellent attorney. He was my first chief when I worked at the Harris County District Attorney's office. Rosario works relentlessly on his cases to get the right result for his clients. He really knows the system and that makes a big difference for his clients."

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Mark Correro

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with Rosario Stornello for over 5 years. And, time and again, I've witnessed his impeccable integrity, fierce advocacy, and true loyalty. He has an extensive grasp of the intricacies of criminal law and always takes extra time to communicate them in plain English."

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David Curcio

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rosario is my "go to" person whenever a client needs criminal defense advice or representation. His years of experience as a DA give him a wealth of knowledge and skill to successfully defend all types of criminal matters. Plus, his experience takes him beyond Houston to all surrounding counties. I strongly endorse Rosario."

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Michael Busby

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Mekisha Walker

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David Mcclure

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Correro

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Italian-American Attorney of the Year, Italian Community & Cultural Center

2015

Houstonia Top Lawyers list, Houstonia Magazine

2015

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers list, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

ICCC Attorney Award, ICCC

2015

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO

2009

Justinian Award, Justinian Society of Lawyers

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney & Founder, Stornello Law Firm, P.C.

2010 - 2017

Founder & Partner, Stornello & Correro Law Firm, P.L.L.C

2000 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Harris County DA Office

1998 - 2000

Assistant District Attorney, Henderson County DA Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

member

2006 - Present

Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

member

2006 - Present

National Italian American Bar Association

Director

2005 - Present

Justinian Society of Houston Lawyers

Vice President

1998 - Present

State Bar of Texas

member

2006 - 2008

Houston Bar Association

member

Sample of Legal Cases

State Vs. Wood

Not Guilty

State vs. C.S.

Grand Jury No Billed Dismissed case

State v. Skyla Saddler

Dismissal

State of Texas vs. KWAME CHEREMATENG

Dismissal

State vs. Julio Melendez

reduced to class C Assault $50 fine

State vs. RICHARD CROUTS

Dismissal

State of Texas vs. AKMAL ABDULLAEV

No Bill & Dismissal

State of Texas vs. DAMON LEON BOURGEOIS

not guilty

State of texas vs. Luis Hernandez

No Bill & Dismissal

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Education

1998

South Texas College Of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

St John Fisher College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

CLE lunch

Criminal Law CLE

Publications

2011

La Voce Italiana New criminal laws in Texas for 2011

Languages

Italian

Spanish

English

Activity

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