Thomas Curtis Locke

Thomas Curtis Locke

also known as Locke Law Firm, Thomas Locke

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pearland, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

12234 Shadow Creek Parkway, Building 1, Suite 1104, Pearland, TX

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Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 24 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2002

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Locke Law Firm

12234 Shadow Creek Parkway, Building 1, Suite 1104, Pearland, TX, 77584

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Thomas Curtis Locke's Reviews

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42 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Jess | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fought Tooth and Nail for me

I can’t express just how fortunate I am that Thomas Locke defended me in criminal court. I am an Asian immigrant with limited ability to communicate in English and was wrongfully charged for prostitution. I interviewed other defense attorneys who, as it turned out, were only interested in getti...ng me to plea to a lesser charge. I’m sure these attorneys assumed because I am Asian and work at a spa that I was guilty. Thomas Locke was the only top defense attorney willing to listen to the facts and fight hard for me. I could go on and on as to how keenly he sifted through the charges and so called evidence to get to the truth but instead I’ll simply say, if you’re in the fight of your life, you need to hire Thomas Locke. No one is better. No one. Outcome: ALL CHARGES WERE DISMISSED Thank you Thomas Locke!

Posted by Chris | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

This Man Saved My Life

In December of 2016 I made a terrible choice and decided to drive home from a Christmas Party after drinking. I was pulled over for speeding and arrested for DWI. I was taken to Harris County Jail and spent the next 36 hours shuffling from cell to cell wondering what permanent damage I had done to my... life. On recommendation my wife contacted Thomas Locke to see if he could assist me. After being released from jail Thomas met with us on a Saturday morning to discuss my options and explain the process to me. Being that I had never been arrested this was extremely helpful. Also, it was reassuring to speak with someone who was not judgmental about the mistake I had made. Over the next several months there were many legal challenges for my case. Thomas was by my side at every hearing and working furiously on my behalf to help me see the resolution of my case in an expeditious manner and the least long-term effects to my criminal record. This included getting me into the Pretrial Diversion Program despite my not meeting the criteria for enrollment. In July of this year I will got to court for the final time ending this nightmare. The charges against me will be dismissed and soon after the arrest will disappear from my record and it will be as if none of this ever happened. There is no doubt in my mind that Thomas Locke saved my life and there is no other attorney I would want by my side.

Posted by Lisa | March 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

Tom came highly recommend when both of my kids were at a party and were ticketed with MIP. Both cases were dismissed within a matter of hours. Later on down the road as the kids grew older their decision making became absolutely dumb. There was never a doubt in my mind who to call. Tom was there thro...ugh it all. I jokingly asked for a punch card since I was such a good customer. He always answered/returned my calls and was very fair with his fees. He would call just to give me an update and assure me everything will be fine. If he tells you to just wait and be patient just do it. When you sit down to discuss your case he will lay it out on the table for you and give you your best case scenario and your worst. He is an outstanding attorney that genuinely cares for his clients and has your best interests at heart.

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lawyer You should TRUST

I am still struck in awe surprise how my case have been through. I was at first shocked when the charges was pressed against me, I prayed and the prayer was answered through an angel sent from above disguised as a man. That man was T Locke JD, he calmed my senses when i was in trouble. Dignified, Kno...wledgeable, Trustworthy and a man of integrity. You know you can trust in his ways, he answers your questions straight and even answers his phone at odd times. It struck me deeply when he said "you do not know when one would really need you the most". Well respected in judicial service for i have witnessed people around the court knew him so well not of his personality but of his character. Should i know i would trust his ways because he himself is an RN, who puts heart in their service. I thank him a lot of all his support . Bless your service that you may help a lot more of us who stands in truth and justice.

Posted by Rey | October 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Formidable Fighter

Tom came highly recommended by a decorated Pearland PD Officer, we never even stopped to look elsewhere based on that recommendation. We hired Mr. Locke for a Class A Misdemeanor. First off, he answered the phone personally after-hours. When you are in shock or in desperate fear for your situation, i...t really does make all the difference to be able to talk to an attorney immediately. He was upfront, personable and helped us to understand the gravity of the situation. He didn't sugar coat it but he also gave us all options. He didn't come off as a greasy salesman trying to bait your retainer in either. It was genuine, he is hard core genuine. He worked with my spouse's attorney because she was in trouble too and they worked together to get us both the results we so desperately hoped for. That is UNHEARD of. Most attorneys do not collaborate with other counsel but rather stick to the interests of their own client. He is well connected in the court system which is of HUGE importance. Your attorney needs to have a good reputation with those people looking to prosecute you. He always answered the phone or returned the phone call. He never failed to go above and beyond to look at the strategies, ways he could limit the damage, provide clarity to my situation. I was never left to wonder what was happening or what he was doing with my case. I could not have asked for a better attorney that I would defend as my friend. He gave me peace of mind from day one. I hope never to hire him again but I promised him I would tell every single person that would listen that he is amazing.

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Thomas Curtis Locke's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Caldwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is skilled litigator and passionate in his advocacy for clients. He cares about his clients and works hard in representing them."

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Robyn Griffith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. I have known him for four years. I worked as a Government Lawyer and he was opposing counsel from Nov 2014 to Oct 2018. We had many cases with each other. He is a fabulous defense attorney and fabulous human being. He works very, very hard for his clients. His ethics are amazing. He is always ready for trial when it is his turn. To say he his personable would be an understatement. He works very well with the prosecutors while still fighting hard for his clients rights. He is excellent in trial. I know this because I have been in trial against him. I have 19 years as a trial attorney and know an excellent one when I see it. I personally would hire him if I ever was accused of a crime."

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Cynthia Hatchett

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is passionate about obtaining justice for his clients and he is well prepared to fight for them. He is an asset to the legal profession and I endorse him without reservation."

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Gerald Yoakum

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen him battle for his clients. His knowledge of medicine is incredible. He is a licensed RN. That knowledge often comend in handy in his work in personal injury. He can destroy most experts. If your looking for the best you found him in Thomas Locke."

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J. Kyle Verret

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Mr. Locke when we both worked in the Brazoria County District Attorney's Office. He is a knowledgeable, intelligent, and diligent attorney. He works hard for his clients, both in preparation for trial and in the courtroom. Mr Locke is an experienced and skilled trial lawyer. I endorse this attorney and his work,"

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Mario Rodriguez

Litigation lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tom knows how to pick a jury. He has developed a fine repertoire in communicating with panels which of utmost importance when conveying a client's story. No fear is his benchmark."

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Randall Sorrels

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the most diligent, hard-working, ethical lawyers I know. I would never hesitate to recommend Mr. Locke to a potential client. He has a unique group of skills that sets him apart from the rest."

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Robyn Griffith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cynthia Hatchett

Probate lawyer

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Gerald Yoakum

Family lawyer

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J. Kyle Verret

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mario Rodriguez

Personal injury lawyer

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Jeffrey Purvis

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

1998

Dean Fellowship award, South Texas College of Law

1995

Nursing and The Law Scholarship Award, San Jacinto College

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Locke Law Firm

2008 - 2011

Prosecuting Attorney, Brazoria County District Attorey's Office

2003 - 2008

Attorney, Locke Law Firm

2002 - 2003

Staff Attorney, Abraham Watkins Nichols Sorrels Matthews Friend

Associations

2009 - Present

Brazoria County Bar Association

Thomas C. Locke

2011 - 2013

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Thomas C. Locke

2009 - 2011

Texas District and County Attorneys Association

Thomas C. Locke

Sample of Legal Cases

STATE OF TEXAS VS. WILLIAM WESLEY HOLLIS

Not Guilty

The State of Texas vs. Joseph F. Mitchell

Dismissed

The State of Texas vs.Megan M. Erdo

Dismissed

STATE OF TEXAS VS. DEREK DWAIN LITTLE

Not Guilty

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Education

2001

South Texas College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1997

University of Texas

BS - Bachelor of Science

1992

San Jacinto College

Associate Applied Science

Languages

English

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