Joe D. Gonzales

Joe D. Gonzales

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Violent Crime, Sex Crime

1924 N Main Ave., San Antonio, TX

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Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 37 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1988

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Joe D. Gonzales & Associates Criminal Attorneys

1924 N Main Ave., San Antonio, TX, 78212-3942

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Joe D. Gonzales's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Darrin | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Life to freedom

Joe and christian made me feel like i was a priority from the first time i consulted with them.....they are the harlem globe trotters of law.....they pass notes and discuss issues and understand the court room like the globe trotters passed the ball and pleased the crowd....never at one time did i th...ink my cousel was not in my best interest.....i have high regards on their knowledge and professionalism that they bring to the table of a fair shake.....In my opinion i would have been doing life without their support and motivation as the power house attorneys they are......Joe has an investigator that will work endless hours with joe and christian for a full view of what the state has presented.....the 3 walk in the court with full knowledge how to conduct themselves as men of work and no games or low blows will be accepted.......i have to say if i was back in my same situation i would not change anything......god bless you guys.....joe you are the man......who dat say they gonna beat joe gonzales?!?!?!

Posted by Crystal | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The most incredible attorney we have ever had!!!!!

My husband and I we're both charged with second-degree burglary charges ,they were trying to give my husband life in prison!!!!!! until we hire Joe Gonzales, and along with Joe we also got Christian hendricksen, and a private investigator, for them on our team he got three for the price of one!!!!! ...which is incredible.... they are the (dream team of San Antonio) my husband has hired attorneys in several different states, and none of them have been like (the Dream team) Mr. Gonzales and his team worked with my attorney to get my husband and I the best deals they could get for both of us!!!! when Mr. Gonzales walked into the courtroom for my husband's case, the da and everyone just went quiet...... they knew it was about to get serious with Mr. Gonzales!!!!!! and that's exactly somebody you need for your legal case.Mr.Gonzales and ( the dream team) got my husband, from life in prison to a complete dismissal just paying restitution!!!!!!!! and that is why they are the ####number 1 #### attorneys in San Antonio.

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Case dismissed

I failed to report for probation for about eleven months,and got dropped from my maditory classes,and hadn't paid my fines so the state Filed a MTR probation. On top of that I was arrested and charged with a felony endangerment of a child.and the state wanted to take it all the way to trial. Well I... don't know how JOE GONZALES manage to get both of my Case's dropped (dismissed) with no probation and no jail time ,no fines.... I'm finally free....... Thank you so much...GOD BLESS....

Posted by jared | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hire this Man!

The bottom line for me is that I was looking at having a felony on my record for the rest of my life and Mr. Gonzales kept my record clean. Before I hired Mr. Gonzales I had been requesting to travel for work for a week and had gotten nowhere. Mr. Gonzales got me permission to travel within 30 minu...tes of hiring him. I also felt unjudged in dealing with Mr. Gonzales which is rare because most people judge you and look at you different once the cops have accused of anything. I would hire him again.

Posted by Jared | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jared

The bottom line for me is that I was looking at having a felony on my record for the rest of my life and in my opinion I do not because I hired Joe D. Gonzales. Mr. Gonzales got me probation and a 100% clean record which I feel I cannot put a price on. The first time I called the office I was able ...to speak with Mr. Gonzales, and neither my lawyer at the time or the pretrial services officer were allowing me to travel for my job. Mr. Gonzales got me permission to travel within 30 minutes of hiring him. Mr. Gonzales' legal team were always very helpful and answered all my questions. Once the police accuse you of a crime you will find that all people assume you are guilty, wrong, and that whatever the police say about you is true. Most people will, then place you in a different segment in society. In dealing with Mr. Gonzales I felt completely unjudged. He also got a $1500.00 fine taken off my settlement. I will be able to get hired for any job or live anywhere I want and I attribute that directly to hiring Mr. Gonzales as my lawyer.

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Joe D. Gonzales's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Watkins

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe Gonzales is a top attorney in San Antonio and throughout Texas. He has the ability to work through seemingly any case no matter how simple or complex it is in nature. Joe's trial experience as a prosecutor and defense attorney have earned him a solid reputation in his field."

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Sean Henricksen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Joe and he is a smart attorney who works hard to get a favorable outcome for his clients."

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Christian Henricksen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is one of the best there is."

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Daniel Palmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

2014

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

2013

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

2012

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

2011

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

2010

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

2009

Voted among the Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner and Lead Counsel, Law Offices of Joe D. Gonzales and Assoc.

1998 - 2006

Municipal Court Judge and Magistrate, City of San Antonio

1995 - 1998

Assistant District Attorney, Bexar County District Attorney's Office

1992 - 1995

Chief Prosecutor, Harris County District Attorney's Office

1990 - 1992

Assistant District Attorney, Bexar County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1998 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Education

1988

St. Mary's University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

N/A

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

St. Mary's University School of Law

N/A

St. Mary's University School of Law

Publications

2011

The San Antonio Defender Trial Home Runs

Languages

Spanish

English

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