Guillermo Lara Jr.
About Guillermo
Biography
Guillermo Lara Jr. will fight every case for a dismissal and a positive result. As an Assistant Public Defender handling hundreds of cases, Mr. Lara has realized that our Constitution is trampled on daily. Mr. Lara has made it his mission to make a difference and breathe a new life into defending against governmental encroachments. Mr. Lara understands that the criminal justice system is intimidating and anyone accused of a crime needs a true ally.
Mr. Lara received his Bachelors of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Prior to attending Law School, Mr. Lara was a Research Assistant for the University of Texas Health Science Center where he performed research on DNA Analysis & Genotyping. Mr. Lara attended TEXAS WESLEYAN SCHOOL OF LAW in Fort Worth, Texas and TEXAS TECH SCHOOL OF LAW in Lubbock, Texas. While at Texas Tech, Mr. Lara received the Pro Bono Law Student Award for his commitment to assisting the Legal Aid of Northwest Texas.
During Law School, Mr. Lara took and passed the Patent Bar and clerked with Halliburton Energy Services. At Halliburton, Mr. Lara assisted with patent searches and provided feedback for Research & Design. Mr. Lara was Secretary of the Intellectual Property Law Society while at Texas Wesleyan School of Law.
Mr. Lara is licensed to practice with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas. Mr. Lara is a graduate of the Texas Criminal Trial College and is also a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
16 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 16 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2009
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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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8 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Runs Great..Not currently in a running condition
He shows great effort and is honest enough to return some of your money if he doesn’t think he can win your case. Im sure he’s a great lawyer when he isn’t currently working with the opposition.. He withdrew representation from one case and returned some money but kept $1500 on a Misdemeanor case Fai...
Posted by David | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Mr. Guillermo Lara Jr. - San Antonio's Finest Attorney At Criminal Law
Mr. Guillermo Lara Jr. assisted me momentously throughout a very difficult situation I managed myself into in regard to a recent intoxication charge I unfortunately acquired. Mr. Lara represented me in preventing a possible license suspension and had my conviction reduced significantly to a much des...
Guillermo Lara Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Mr. Lara has unique insight and intuitive knowledge of the law that comes with experience in trial. He's a fantastic attorney."
"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."
"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!"
"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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Experience
Honors
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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
Not Guilty
CASE DISMISSED
Education
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Publications
2014
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers