Ernest Acevedo III

Ernest Acevedo III

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

222 South Flores, San Antonio, TX

About Ernest

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

31 years | 1,000 cases

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DUI and DWI 50%

31 years | 1,000 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 31 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1994

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Ernest Acevedo, III

222 South Flores, San Antonio, TX, 78204

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Ernest Acevedo III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

Posted by Teresa | November 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best of the Best

I had the opportunity to interview several attorneys, each with impressive strategies for resolving my situation. Among them, Ernest stood out for his honesty and realistic approach. Unlike others, he didn’t make any overpromises, understanding that each case is unique. He assured me that he would ex...plore every possible angle to achieve the best possible outcome, while also advising patience, which was challenging at times. However, I placed my trust in him, and after a thorough process, Ernest successfully had everything dismissed. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and trustworthy attorney.

Posted by Elias | February 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dismissed

I was arrested for suspicion of DWI back in 2013. I talked to a few law enforcement friends, and they told me how to find the best lawyer. They said the trick is to find the lawyer that other attorneys use. After a bit of research, I came across Mr. Acevedo. My case was dismissed. Luckily I used Avvo... for my research, and one of the reviews said "He won't hold your Hand". He definitely does not hold your hand, but you can trust that he's the best.

Posted by Clayton | June 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer you could ask for.

I was arrested for my 2nd DUI and a friend referred me to Mr. Acevedo. During my consultation Mr. Acevedo explained to me what to expect and the course of action he planned to take in order to best represent me. He then challenged me to go a year without alcohol, not to help my legal case but to impr...ove my quality of life. It was then that I knew I was hiring the right man. He was genuinely concerned with helping people. The team he has working with him was amazing. I had a lot of questions and concerns throughout the process and Stacie helped me every step of the way. She walked me through the process of getting an occupational drivers license so I could still drive legally. Mr. Acevedo ended up getting my case dismissed. Any advice I can give to anyone reading this, don’t drive if you choose to drink but, as far as legal representation for a DUI you’re not going to find anyone better than Mr. Acevedo and his team.

Posted by Christian | April 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Got my DWI Dismissed

I hired Mr Acevedo III. It cost me a good amount of money but he really is the best money can buy. I don't think he is a whole lot more expensive but I know for a fact he is a great lawyer and cares about his clients. He let me pay half up front and half at the end. I was charged with a DWI and p...ossession of a controlled substance. I got all charges dropped and am walking away with a clean record(after a expungement). This was back in 2010.

Posted by Camille | February 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best!

I've been on probation for already a year for obstruction of a highway & it was already my third violation, don't ask! ( I make poor choices) He ended up getting me the best options out of the 2 violations.. (I didn't get to call him in one) He does an amazing job & now I'm free! I should have called... the first time! Thank you Ernest Acevedo! You have helped me unimaginably!! I am forever thankful!!!!!

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Ernest Acevedo III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Roland Esparza

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great work ethic and knowledgeable lawyer. Well respected in the legal community. Without hesitation I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Baseluos

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very skilled and hard working criminal defense attorney. One of the go to guys on DWIs in San Antonio."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ernest. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Amber Ramsey

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ernest Acevedo III has a great reputation in the legal community."

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Shannon Locke

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ernie is an excellent lawyer who works hard for his clients. He understands the law inside and out and is always looking at ways to do the best for his client."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Acevedo is a dedicated trial advocate who specializes in ethically using the very cutting edge of DUI defense theory and practice. Having attained a hard earned national reputation, Attorney Acevedo routinely obtains great results on behalf of the citizen who has been accused of a crime. Reputation, knowledge, experience and guts are attributes that can be easily attributed to Attorney Acevedo."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ernest is considered to be aggressive, hard working, and a valuable attorney by his clients. You should be calling this attorney if you have been arrested for DUI/DWI."

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Andrew Del Cueto

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have tried many cases against this attorney when I used to be a prosecutor and he was the best DWI attorney I have ever tried a case against. I should know I was on the DWI-Task force for over 2 years."

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Michael Baseluos

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Christian

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roland Esparza

Family lawyer

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Andrew Del Cueto

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

1998

President's Award of Excellence, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Partner, Acevedo, Zepeda, Hernandez & Acevedo

Associations

2005 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2003 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2003 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2003 - Present

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Past President

2002 - 2003

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

1997 - 1998

Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio

President

Education

1994

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

St Mary's University of San Antonio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Ultimate Cross Examination Seminar

Cross Examination of the Arresting Officer

2008

Stuart Kinard Memorial Advanced DWI Seminar

How to cross the breath test technical Supervisor

2008

How to Try A DWI in Bexar County

Effective Jury Selection In DWI Cases

2007

Advanced DWI seminar

Examining Field Sobriety Testing

2006

Top Gun DWI Seminar

Cross Examination of the Technical Supervisor

2006

43rd Annual Criminal Law Institute

Breath Testing Defenses

2005

How to Try A DWI in Bexar County

Field Sobriety Testing

2005

Advanced DWI Seminar

Technical Supervisor Cross Examination

Languages

Spanish

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