Joey Tellez

Joey Tellez

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Laredo, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime

1000 Washington Street, Suite 1, Laredo, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 23 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2002

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Location

Law Office of Joey Tellez

1000 Washington Street, Suite 1, Laredo, TX, 78040-6317

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Joey Tellez's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

HARD WORKING AND PERSEVERING

Mr. Tellez is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. His staff provides GREAT patience, communication and listening skills. If your ever involved in an accident, please contact them and have one less thing to worry about. Quick, thorough and exceptional work ethic is what you will get from AL...L the staff there.

Posted by Linda | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Quick and Professional service

I called Mr Tellez when my husband was arrested on a DWI charge. We were explained options, prosecution and court procedures. It was a great stress reliever knowing what we were facing and that we had a very knowledgeable attorney representing my husband. His staff is very friendly and helpful as wel...l. We Highly recommend Mr Tellez.

Posted by Sara | April 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Extremely professional, courteous, dedicated, determined lawyer.

Joey Tellez is by far the most amazing talented lawyer i have had the opportunity of working with. Extremely professional, courteous, dedicated, determined lawyer. He doesn't miss a single detail, pays very close attention to your needs and requests. He works rapidly and efficiently. Thank you very m...uch Mr. Tellez for all the amazing effort, help, and efficiency you provided during my case.

Joey Tellez

Replied last April 11, 2018

Thank you for your positive review. I'm so glad my staff and I were able to help you on your case and I'm pleased to hear you were happy with the services our office provided you.

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Joey Tellez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Margaret Miller

Asylum lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a wonderful choice for an attorney."

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Adam Sabrin

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having assisted Mr. Tellez in a number of matters, I have been able to see the work he puts into his clients' cases. He pursues justice for his clients and works to ensure that their medical care is taken care of and that they are made whole. I endorse this lawyer."

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Leon Bayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fabio Duran

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly experienced and dedicated attorney who works tirelessly for his clients."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Roderick Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tellez is a hard working lawyer. He knows his way around the court house. I recommend his legal services."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joey. He is an aggressive and highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jose Salayandia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Tellez for many years. His ability to provide effective representation in federal or state court is second to none. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2018

updated on 12/07/2018

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2017

America's Most Honored Professionals 2017 - Top 5%, Americas Most Honored

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

10 Best DUI Lawyers in Laredo, Expertise

2017

Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Laredo, TX, Three Best Rated

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Top 3 DUI/DWI Lawyers in Laredo, Texas, Three Best Rated

2016

Top Attorneys of North America 2015-2016, Who's Who Top Attorneys of North America

2016

America's Most Honored Professionals 2016 - Top 5%, Americas Most Honored

2016

2016 Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Oscar J Pena Freedom Award, Outstanding Performance of the Year

2004

Commendation Medal, City of Laredo Chief of Police

Work Experience

2003 - 2005

Chief Prosecutor of the 49th District Court, Webb County District Attorney's Office

2002 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Webb County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Christian Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

Lawyer Legion Community Involvement

Member

2017 - Present

Heroes Of Youth

Chair

2016 - Present

Laredo Boys and Girls Club

Board Member

2015 - Present

Planning and Zoning Commission For City of Laredo

Co-chair

2011 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Member - Admitted to Practice

2009 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Texas

Member - Admitted to Practice

2007 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

Laredo Center for the Arts

Board Member

2006 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas

Member - Admitted to Practice

2002 - Present

Laredo-Webb County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member - Admitted to Practice

1994 - Present

League of United Latin American Citizens 12

Member

2005 - 2007

Laredo-Webb County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2005 - 2006

Webb County Child Advocacy Center

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

L-13-1117-02

Jury found the defendant not guilty on 14 counts of Alien Transporting Charges in federal court

2005CVE203-D1

Client received a multi-million dollar judgement for the physical pain and suffering she will sustain in the future.

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Education

2001

Indiana University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Texas A&M International University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Casa de Misericordia Domestic Violence Support

Legal Options as Victims of Domestic Violence in a Criminal Case, Family Law, and Immigration Status

2006

United South High School DARE Red Ribbon Week

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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