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Biography
Juan Carlos is a passionate advocate who enjoys successfully representing clients in both State and Federal criminal courts throughout the State of Texas.
Before graduating St. Mary’s Law School in San Antonio, Texas, Juan Carlos cut his teeth into the justice system as a decorated police officer with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington D.C.. The multitude of experiences as a midnight patrol officer on the streets of D.C. have made him uniquely attuned to the struggles and desires of everyday people. These experiences have given him an ability to connect to jury’s in a manner that translates into persuasive and understandable arguments attributing to his many successful Not Guilty jury trial verdicts for his clients.
After graduating law school, Juan Carlos hung his own shingle representing citizens accused in both State and Federal Courts throughout Texas. Within the first five years of his legal career, the Criminal District Court Judges in Bexar County Texas selected Juan Carlos to be appointed to serve as a District Court Magistrate for the County. He honorably served Bexar County for over five years in this capacity.
Juan Carlos’s reputation as a skilled and passionate advocate has also earned him praise from his peers as one of San Antonio’s Best Lawyers 2014-2024 published in Scene in SA Magazine. He also holds a Superb Rating of 10.0 with AVVO and is currently a Board Member with the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
In his spare time, Juan Carlos enjoys riding his Triumph motorcycle, playing Conga drums, traveling, and spending time with his sons, extended family, friends and his French Bulldog, Garçon.
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer
Juan Carlos is a passionate advocate representing clients in both State and Federal criminal courts throughout the State of Texas.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
22 years | 2,267 cases
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 22 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
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Juan Carlos Hernandez's Reviews
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Posted by Cori | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome Attorney!! Highly Recommend!!
We hired Mr. Hernandez for my son after he had violated his probation and was facing some very serious charges. Not only did Mr. Hernandez meet us on short notice he also helped us with a payment plan that would allow time for my son to pay him in a timely matter that worked for both my son and Mr. H...
Posted by Mark S | April 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great man, Great results!
I would like to thank Mr. Hernandez for his diligence regarding my case. I had a less then helpful probation officer who did not want to release me early but Mr.Hernandez went above and beyond in succeeding with early termination. Now I can move forward in a new career. He really is a great guy who k...
Posted by Gabriel Garner | July 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rockstar!!
I first came to Mr. Hernandez when I was in college and many years later he has never let me down. I think Mr. Hernandez is the exception to the rule in his field. He is a straight shooter. He will be honest with you and tell you how it is. Mr. Hernandez has always been more than fair with me and f...
Posted by Shaun | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Juan Carlos is the man!
Juan Carlos Hernandez has been my criminal defense lawyer for years. He has worked for months on some of my cases and has gotten me three dismissals in a row. He never loses and and was amazing in trial. I couldn't ask for better legal representation or advice and he is the first person I call if I n...
Posted by Cody | September 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
All about what is right not what is easy
When I came to Juan Carlos, I was looking for someone to help me, not take advantage of my situation. He did just that. He was able to see that I was only protecting myself. He didn't let the state bully me into some plea bargain deal. He fought for the truth and what was right. In trial he was fully...
Juan Carlos Hernandez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I am in the process of starting my own law practice and Juan Carlos has been an excellent mentor with a wealth of knowledge in the area of criminal defense. His unique background as a former police officer and former magistrate judge gives him insight into criminal matters that many attorneys don't have. I highly recommend Juan Carlos to anyone who needs an experienced and passionate criminal defense attorney."
"Great attorney, I fully endorse this lawyer."
"Juan Carlos is a truly effective advocate for his clients in criminal law matters in both state and federal court. In particular he excels at presenting impassioned and reasoned arguments in the courtroom before judges and juries. This skill set has not only benefited his clients, but also lead to recognition within the local defense bar as shown by his recent selection to serve as a Board Member of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (SACDLA)."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2024
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine
2023
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2023
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine
2022
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Antonio, Scene in S.A. Magazine
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner/Lead Attorney, Hernández Dauphin Legal, P.C.
2008 - 2013
Criminal District Court Magistrate-Judge, Bexar County
1990 - 1993
Police Officer, Metropolitan Police Department, Washington D.C.
Associations
2014 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsLegal Committee Member
2013 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Indecency Child Contact
Not guilty acquittal after a week long jury trial.
Federal Cocaine Possession/Distribution
Complete dismissal of all charges
Education
2002
St. Marys University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Texas System, San Antonio
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish