Javier Guzman

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Javier Guzman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

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

1801 Washington Street, Laredo, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Javier

Biography

I'm a trial attorney in Laredo TX that provides relentless representation. I focus on criminal law.

You need a trial attorney that will fight for you and that cares about your record.

Don't agree to anything without knowing your rights in family law cases.

I provide free consultations for personal injury cases in Laredo TX.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
Family 25%

25%
Personal Injury 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 11 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2014

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Guzman Law Firm PLLC

1801 Washington Street, Laredo, TX, 78040

guzman.law

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Javier Guzman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Melissa | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great Lawyer

Mr. Guzman represented me in a custody case. He took on the case on such short notice, with the first court hearing held 2 weeks after being hired and stood by my side for the year and a half that it took to resolve my case. In all that time, I never had an issue getting ahold of Mr Guzman, he was al...ways a phone call or text message away. He answered every single question I had and always kept me informed with whatever was going on. He was straightforward and honest about everything. He made it feel like my case was just as important to him as it was to me. There were points where I wanted to throw in the towel and settle, and him being the amazing lawyer that he is, knew what was fair and what I deserved and wouldn’t let me and I will forever be grateful to him. Long story short, he is a lawyer that you can put your complete trust in, he is the lawyer that you want in your corner and I will definitely be recommending him to anyone that needs legal help. Javier, it was a pleasure being your client. Thank you for everything. You went above and beyond and I will never forget it. Another W for the Guzman Law Firm!!

Posted by Jacqui | October 12, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Advice

As soon as I contacted him I was given a consultation right away. He was courteous listened to the matter at hand and offered me great advice made me feel at ease with what was happening. Did not end up hiring him because thankfully our matter was resolved but will definitely recommend him to anyone!...!

Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Thank you!!

I recommend attorney Javier Guzman! He won my CDL court case. My CDL wasn’t suspended thanks to Guzman Law Firm.

Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer ever

He helped me get my freedom back. When I heard from other lawyers that I would not win my case and for me to take culpability of something I never did instead of fighting. Mr. Guzman helped me see how other people work and showed me how different he is to other lawyers. If you are I need of represent...ation, count on him. That’s is more than anyone else would do for you.

Posted by Chemo | August 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Expungement

Awesome attorney, Mr. Guzman is very knowledgeable about what he is doing and gets the job done rapidly. Thanks Mr. Guzman!

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Javier Guzman's Lawyer Endorsements

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George Altgelt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Guzman is a competent and passionate advocate. I know him to be trustworthy and efficient with how he handles his responsibilities to his client, the court, and opposing counsel. I highly recommend him."

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Javier Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have personally and professionally known Javier for over fifteen years. I can say this about him, he will never, ever back down from a fight. He was my roommate in law school and I personally saw him work into the early hours of the morning. His diligence paid off as he graduated at the top of his class. Many lawyers are scared or too nervous to go to trial but Javier is not one of them. The Webb County Defense Bar is lucky to have such a hard-working, smart, and innovative advocate like Javier. I endorse him without reservation and recommend him for any criminal law related matter."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats his clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend him for future services."

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John Cedillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Guzman is as tough, tenacious and knowledgeable an attorney as you can find. His preparation, experience, and passion for defending his clients' rights shows immediately, and he has a history of winning cases to rely on as proof of his commitment to the craft and practice of the law. Any future potential clients would be well-served by trusting their fate to this highly qualified attorney."

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Roderick Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Javier is an aggressive lawyer who cares about his clients. He has handled numerous criminal cases as a prosecutor. He is honest and trustworthy."

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Sean Darvishi

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Javier is the man for the job. You arent going to find a harder worker. He actually takes cases to trial and isnt some chump pushover who just pleas all of his clients. When facing life altering charges, look no further than Javier Guzman."

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Sergio Lozano

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Former prosecutor who successfully prosecuted serious cases. He’s now employing the skills he learned to defend people accused of crimes. He has a great work ethic and is accessible to his clients."

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Roberto Balli

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Guzman as a clerk at our office and later he worked at the District Attorney's Office as an Assistant District Attorney. Javier is a great trial lawyer."

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Ricardo Ramos

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of defending several cases with Javi and he was an utmost professional and dedicated to his craft. Definitely my go to guy in Laredo, TX."

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Javier Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristy Blurton

Family lawyer

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Jarrod Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Eunice Fernandez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Erica Dominguez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Miguel Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Ortez

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Jesse Bustillos

Personal injury lawyer

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John Cedillo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roderick Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sergio Lozano

Personal injury lawyer

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Ricardo Ramos

Criminal defense lawyer

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Claudia Balli

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roberto Balli

Criminal defense lawyer

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George Altgelt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Darvishi

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

2021 TCDLA DWI Trial Scholar, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2017

Professional of the Year, The Webb County Domestic Violence Coalition

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Guzman Law Firm, PLLC

Associations

2019 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - 2018

Laredo-Webb County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. D.S.

NOT GUILTY

State v. A.P.

NOT GUILTY

State v. Edwin Ahmed Alvarez

Guilty

State v. Antonio Rene Lara

Guilty

State v. Mario Alberto Martinez

Guilty 25 years

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Education

2014

Texas Southern University

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

2011

Texas A&M International University (Laredo)

Master of Business Administration

2009

University of Texas, Austin

Economics

Speaking Engagements

2024

37th Annual Rusty Duncan Advanced Criminal Law Course

37th Annual Rusty Duncan Advanced Criminal Law Course

2023

Defending Sex Crime Allegations: Adults and Children

Defending Sex Crime Allegations: Adults and Children

2021

The Science of DUID

The Science of DUID

2021

Forensic Drug Analysis XI

Forensic Drug Analysis XI

2021

Forensic Chromatography XXIII: Theory & Practice

Forensic Chromatography XXIII: Theory & Practice

2019

Forensic Chromatography XXIII: Theory & Practice

Forensic Chromatography XXIII: Theory & Practice

2018

Conoce Tus Derechos

Custodia de Menores

2018

Conoce tus Derechos

Manutencion (Child support)

2017

Career day

Career Day

Languages

Spanish

English

Portuguese

Activity

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