Alex Joseph Scharff
also known as Alex J Scharff, Alex Scharff
About Alex
Biography
I practice State and Federal, Trial and Appellate Criminal Defense in the State of Texas and in federal courts across the country. I also represent individuals and business entities in State and Federal Civil and Criminal Forfeiture cases.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 34 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1991
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Location
Law Offices of Shawn C. Brown
540 S. St. Mary's St, San Antonio, TX, 78205
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Alex Joseph Scharff's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
5 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Drug Crime
Posted by Norman Coffey | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Top san antonio lawyer
I have hired Alex twice on felony 1 drug cases. Each case he resolved them with a dismissal. Recommend him first. He was honest, aggressive, and made me comfortable about a great resolve.
Alex Joseph Scharff's Lawyer Endorsements
"Alex is extremely knowledgeable about the law and represents his clients zealously. I have no hesitation in endorsing this lawyer and regularly refer criminal cases to him."
"I endorse Alex. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"As a prosecutor, I tried a case against Mr. Scharff recently. His conduct outside of court is courteous and professional, earning him respect and reciprocal courtesy from prosecutors. In trial, he aggressively attacks the State's case and does a great service to his clients. For a prosecutor, he is one of the more challenging defense attorneys to go against in front of a jury. Anyone facing criminal charges would be well-served with Mr. Scharff as his attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer--he is a strong trial attorney with lots of experience and his willingness to share his knowledge with others really set him apart from other attorneys. If you are looking for an attorney to fight for you and isn't afraid to take your case to trial, then you will not be disappointed."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2014
updated on 05/25/2015Fully 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.
“Federal client defrauded IRS and many people in federal court ---many hundreds of thousands of dollars. After 3 years of representation prior to court and up to and after sentencing, client had no complaints or issues, but when got to federal prison, then made up a story that I sent someone to his home to "ambulance chase" him, which I absolutely didnt do. A former client said the client called him and asked for a referral, so he recommended me. Easier to accept penalty than have fight with Bar.”
Honors
2020
Top S.A. Criminal Defense Attorneys, San Antonio Scene Magazine
2007
Top Appellate Attoney, San Antonio Magazine
1998
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Shawn C. Brown
2007 - Present
Resident Partner for TX, Imhoff & Associates, PC
2017 - 2019
Attorney, Alan Brown Law Offices
2016 - 2017
Attorney, Law Offices of Shawn C. Brown
1990 - 2016
Attorney, Campion and Campion
Associations
2012 - Present
TX Lawyers Concerned for LawyersMember
1991 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Continued on probation, new DWI reduced to misdemeanor and given credit for time served; Possession case dismissed
New cases dismissed, continued on probation
Probation from the jury in Kerr County
Probation granted by the Jury
Not Guilty by the Jury
Probation granted by the Jury
Not Guilty in both trials
Not Guilty by Jury
Life sentence Reversed
Reversed Remanded
Education
N/A
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Punishment in Intoxication Manslaughter Cases
2013
Lawyers Concerned Lawyers
2012
Intoxication Manslaughter
2007
Preserving Error
1999
Texas Civil Forfeiture
1996
Texas Civil Forfeiture
Publications
2012
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can a sentence be fought for a 30yr sexual assault on minor child in state of Texas? No evidence
16 Sep 2020
What is the likelihood of a conviction years after the sexual assault?
16 Sep 2020
Will my misdemeanor turn into a felony?
22 Sep 2020