Guillermo Lara Jr.

Guillermo Lara Jr.

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

310 S St Mary's Suite 965, San Antonio, TX

About Guillermo

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

16 years | 1,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Guillermo Lara Jr.

310 S St Mary's Suite 965, San Antonio, TX, 78205

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Guillermo Lara Jr.'s Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Anthony | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Mr. Lara, The Man who helped save my career!

From day one, Mr. Lara immediately presented himself as someone who truly cared about my situation. After answering his phone on a Sunday afternoon, he spent about half-an-hour answering all my questions. By the end of our conversation he already seemed so invested in wanting what was best for me. I...n my opinion, that is what helped me feel most at ease—to know someone who truly cared enough to help me was in my corner. Thereafter, every process of my case was explained in ways to not only help me understand in great detail of what was to come; but, Mr. Lara was able to help calm my anxieties and get me to place more focus on my daily life while he ensured he would do his best to handle this situation for me. In the end, Mr. Lara’s candor professionalism and unwavering work ethic helped me have my case dismissed. For that, I owe this man so much! He truly has helped save my future career. Thus, for anyone who faces a similar difficult situation, I give my strongest recommendation in calling and having Mr. Lara in your corner. As I am confident he will do his very best to help you win your case.

Posted by Priscilla | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

My lawyer guillmero lara

Four months ago I was in distress, I needed to find a lawyer for my husband's dwi case. I looked at many lawyers, called many lawyers and found Guillermo Lara. I immediately chose him because just that first call he was so helpful. He immediately looked up the case and said yes I can help you. From t...hat point on things went great. My husband got out of jail and we were able to plan out the things to come. Not only was Guillermo Lara our lawyer he was so caring of our case he went above and beyond the case. Like getting my husband a job. Things he didn't have to do but did because he cared. I definitely would recommend Guillermo to anyone and would definitey call him again if needed be.

Posted by Matt | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The man to hire.

Guillermo is a class act. When I came to him with my charge, he did not judge me. He gathered all the facts and listened to what I had to say. He took the time answer any questions I had and made me feel confident in my choice of attorney. I live in North Texas and Mr. Lara treated me like a next doo...r neighbor. When the time came for my first hearing the case was dismissed. I would highly recommend him for any case you have pending. He gets results.

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Guillermo Lara Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Watkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Guillermo Lara has a work ethic that is undeniable. He has a passion for assisting his clients, and is a hands-on defense attorney. I have had the opportunity to witness Guillermo in action and his work speaks for itself."

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Sminu Peter

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Guillermo for years and I have always admired his character and passion for the law. He is highly intelligent and extremely effective for his clients. If you are in the market for a criminal defense attorney in the San Antonio area, I can honestly say I don't think there is a better choice to represent you than Mr. Lara."

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Matthew Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Guillermo will never be outworked. He is never afraid to go to trial and fight for his clients. I have seen Guillermo in trial and his effort and knowledge is second to none."

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Lauren Smyth

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lara has unique insight and intuitive knowledge of the law that comes with experience in trial. He's a fantastic attorney."

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Jose Salayandia

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lara is a very dedicated attorney with the energy and enthusiasm to defend and protect his client's rights in Federal and State court."

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Joshua Andor

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lara is an excellent attorney. I've had the pleasure to know Guillermo to be a zealous advocate for this clients. He takes the time to learn about the case from his clients, then he fights like Hell. Great Attorney!"

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Brandon Beuerlein

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Guillermo is a very diligent and dedicated attorney. He provides his clients with excellent representation and counsel during some of the most difficult situations in their lives."

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Sminu Peter

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Watkins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Allen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lauren Smyth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jose Salayandia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Andor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brandon Beuerlein

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

Pro Bono Law Student Award, Legal Aid of Texas

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Founding Attorney, The Law Office of Guillermo Lara Jr.

2009 - 2013

Assistant Public Defender, Webb County Public Defender's office

Associations

2013 - Present

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2009 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2009 - 2010

American Intellectual Property Law Association, Copyright Law Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Federal Conspiracy Not Guilty

Not Guilty

DWI

CASE DISMISSED

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Education

N/A

Texas Tech University School of Law

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Texas A&M University School of Law

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University of Texas System, San Antonio

Publications

2014

Defender Jury Selection

Languages

Spanish

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