We retained J L to represent our son after he was arrested on two felony drug charges. The state also sought to forfeit his car. From the outset, J L's approach was to obtain the best possible outcome for our son, while being realistic on what was possible. J L communicated with us throughout th...e process, and was very accessible when we had questions. She responded promptly to emails, generally within the same day and even on weekends. At court, J L patiently walked our son through the process and clearly explained to us what his best options were based on the facts at hand. J L made all the arguments available to her in discussions with the DA's office and the court in order to get the best result for our son. In the end, he was given deferred adjudication on the least serious of the charges, and the other was dismissed. This result has given him the opportunity to turn his life around without a felony conviction. In addition to the criminal case, J L worked on the civil forfeiture case, even though it was not part of the criminal proceeding, doggedly pressing the DA's office to release my son's car. Through her efforts and persistence, the DA decided to release his car to him and drop the forfeiture action. J L is hardworking and professional. She cared about my son, and understood the impact that this process had on him and our family. I would not hesitate to recommend her as a criminal defense attorney.

I am grateful to live in a country where each of our citizens are guaranteed due process under the Constitution of the United States and innocent until proven guilty really has merit. I was charged with a serious offense and hired the JL Carpenter Law Firm to represent me. JL and her law partner, ...Meghan Smith worked countless hours to represent me and advised me not to accept a plea bargain for a crime that I did not commit, and they would fight the allegations to the very end. NOT GUILTY are two words that I will never forget. Their knowledge of federal, local and state laws are second to none, and I would highly recommend JL Carpenter Law for all your legal needs. THANK YOU!!

JL was recommended to us after our two sons were charged in separate cases, one a felony and one a misdemeanor. This was not the first time for either of them and we were not optimistic. After speaking with JL, we felt confident that she would obtain the best possible result for both. She was able... to get deferred on the misdemeanor and the felony was dismissed. Our sons can now get on with their lives without having these issues hanging over their heads. JL is professional, knowledgeable and what mattered the most to us is that she cared. She fought for them. Our questions were answered, our concerns were addressed. She communicated with us throughout the process and we never had a doubt that she was working their cases. We will be forever grateful to her for helping us get through a difficult time and would offer an unqualified recommendation to anyone needing assistance navigating the criminal justice system.

Early on in my first case with JL, I knew I was in good hands because when asking other peer of hers, the answer I remembered most was "Pay the lady, you will not be let down." Well, two cases later and a no bond visit in Harris County, Ms. Carpenter did not let me down! For what could have bee...n an ugly outcome JL went to bat - for me. The DAs, the plaintiff's lawyer, and the entire court room show nothing but respect for this fire ball, and deservingly so. She exudes compassion with reality, while knowledge and experience play their role. This combination had DISMISSED written all over it. With a mirrored verdict, and a sigh of relief, I never doubted JL would win my battle. Thank you JL, thank you so much!

My wife and I retained JL to represent our son who was arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The is an outgrowth of a terrible marriage in which he was tricked into thinking that when his wife gave birth, it was is child. DNA proved not. JL was very exacting as to her strategy and ...she was right on every turn. She offers a very precise knowledge of TX criminal law, true professionalism all mixed with a heavy dose of compassion. She is to be credited with obtaining a No Bill from the Grand Jury. Truly a blessing to us as parents.