Mario Del Prado

Mario Del Prado

also known as Mario DelPrado

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI

342 West Woodlawn Avenue, Suite 302, San Antonio, TX

About Mario

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Prosecutors know which defense lawyers will try a case and which will not, and that shapes every offer. I ran the prosecution side in Bexar County, and I prepare every case as though it will be tried.

40 years

45%
Sex Crime 25%

Sexual assault, indecency and other sex offense accusations in Bexar, Guadalupe and surrounding counties. The most important work often happens before charges are filed. A recent result: dismissal of a multi-count sex offense case.

40 years

25%
Violent Crime 25%

Murder, capital murder, aggravated assault and family violence. In November 2025 a Bexar County jury acquitted my client, former San Antonio police officer Eleazar Alejandro, of murder in the Melissa Perez shooting, along with his two co-defendants. I have also obtained the dismissal of a capital murder charge.

40 years

25%
DUI and DWI 5%

DWI and felony intoxication cases in Bexar, Guadalupe and surrounding counties.

40 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1986

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Del Prado Law

342 West Woodlawn Avenue, Suite 302, San Antonio, TX, 78212

Mario Del Prado's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great representation

Mario did a great job helping me through 2 cases, with both getting dismissed. He Provided honest opinions on my cases and made everything as easy as it could have been. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by B A | December 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney

JUST AMAZING

I had a very difficult case in Bexar county and I hired Mr. Del Prado, he is an amazing person, very very professional. I trusted him from day one, and put all my faith in him. He is an intelligent individual, and understands what you are going through. Trust him and his advice, and it will payoff. H...e is a must hire.

Posted by Michael | December 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney

A Real Attorney

First time ever going to court for a DWI. I was already taking a loss in my mind with no doubt that I would be hit with a fine. When I spoke with Mario and explained my situation and got some responses I knew from that point that something great will come out of it. Mario stayed committed and explain...ed everything straight forward, letting me know everything during the process. The trust and care by this man made everything a less stressful and a more comfortable process. When everything was done my case was dissimissed. If you need a great attorney with great knowledge, trust, and experience Mario is the person you want by your side.

Posted by Abel | July 13, 2015

Second DWI MOTION TO SUPPRESS

Mario is an impecable,knowledgeable, trustworthy lawyer. I had full confidence in him with and thru the whole process.This lawyer is true power house, and a excellent lawyer to have on your side..

Posted by Stephen | August 11, 2014

Amazing People, Amazing Team!

You will not find a better team in San Antonio. Mario and Christine are a dynamic duo! My case was a long shot and I was doubtful as to how things would work out: Upon first meeting Mario and Christine I was very confident in moving forward. They are detail and strategy oriented, provide guidance a...nd feedback, and are caring and friendly people! Mario is very intellectual, articulate and professional, and genuinely cares about his clients.

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Mario Del Prado's Lawyer Endorsements

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A. Felsen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mario has been doing this a long time- he knows all the tricks and is a great talent!! =)"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Joseph Esparza

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of both opposing Mr. Del Prado on criminal cases from a former career as a felony prosecutor, to consulting and working with Mr. Del Prado as a criminal defense attorney. In every instance, I can attest that he has a thorough understanding of the law and criminal procedure and is adept at finding strategic solutions to benefit his clients. As a fellow board certified attorney, Mr. Del Prado has taken the additional step of passing a state sponsored certification exam to achieve special certification in criminal law. He puts that experience and expertise to work for his clients and they are the better for it. He is one of the few attorneys I would consult on any criminal legal issue of merit and has proven himself to be a very good trial lawyer."

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Robert Featherston

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christine Del Prado

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Leading Criminal Defense Lawyers – San Antonio (Leading band), Doyle's Guide

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Texas Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Top 30 Criminal Defense Lawyers San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine

2012

Best Lawyers in San Antonio, San Antonio Magazine

2012

Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

College of the State Bar, State Bar of Texas

2009

Scholarship Trial Lawyers College Death Penalty, Trial Lawyers College

1996

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Founder, Del Prado Law

2019 - 2022

Chief, Criminal Trial Division and Chief, Major Crimes Division, Bexar County District Attorney's Office

1986 - 1991

Assistant District Attorney, Bexar County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2005 - Present

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - 2009

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas v. Eleazar Alejandro (Melissa Perez shooting), 379th District Court, Bexar County

Not guilty

State v Castillo

Not guilty

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Education

1986

St. Mary's University School of Law

J.D. (Juris Doctor)

1982

University of Texas at San Antonio

B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)

Speaking Engagements

2011

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Family Violence

2008

Capital Murder Update

Getting Life Plea in Middle of Death Case

2008

Capital Murder Seminar

How to Get a Life Sentence in the Middle of a Death Penalty Case

2005

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Nuts and Bolts

Domestic Violence

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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