Harold Christopher Waller

Harold Christopher Waller

also known as Chris Waller, Waller Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Corpus Christi, TX
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI, Family

1122 Sante Fe, Corpus Christi, TX

About Harold

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 50%

Almost 20 years experience in all areas of Federal and State Law. Conspiracy, murder, RICO, alien smuggling,money laundering, etc.

25 years

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

Good people making bad decisions. We are here to help you save yourself name and your future.

25 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

helping those in need in car accidents, workplace accidents etc.

20%
Family 10%

CPS cases, custody, etc.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 24 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Waller Law Office PLLC

1122 Sante Fe, Corpus Christi, TX, 78404

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Harold Christopher Waller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

140 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 20 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2016

Honest and Forthright

After consulting with Mr. Waller, he informed me that he felt more comfortable referring me to another attorney who specialized in the specifics of my case. Even though he did not take my case, Mr. Waller took the time to explain (in a no nonsense fashion) what would happen as well as what steps I n...eeded to take to acheive a favorable outcome. Ultimately, my case turned out exactly as Mr. Waller explained and my outcome was successful due to his advice. In my opinion, Mr. Waller is one of the few attorneys who is honest and forthright. For Mr. Waller to take the time to advise me and not "brush me off" even though he would not get compensated for it speaks very highly of his character. It is comforting to know there are attorneys like Mr. Waller out there who are completely honest and won't steer a person wrong.

Posted by Jean | January 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Tremendous help with multiple Charges Felony and Misdemeanor! A Godsend!

First off, we have been using the services of Mr. Waller for about a year and a half now (yeah its been a fun year...) and this was for a first time offense. After spending a few days looking for an attorney, we were referred by one attorney I called to Mr. Waller. They had an immediate opening for a... consult and the consult was free which is great. Honestly I don't know why any attorney charges consult fee when you have to actually pay the retainer costs anyway. Important note here for people interested - YOU CAN DO PAYMENT PLANS. They worked with my budget and what I was able to pay so I wouldn't go broke paying for an amazing attorney. Within the first few minutes we knew this was they guy we wanted, he was very straightforward, to the point, and no beating around the bush. He knew how the system worked and even though some stuff was done incorrectly during the arrest he was able to give us example after example of what the prosecution would say to combat the wrongdoings. Definitely knows his stuff. The first felony was for possession of meth and a concurrent DWI. His legal assistants are amazing. Can't tell you how many times I called those guys during the last year. And they are never annoyed and always get back to me quickly. They even respond to text messages which is super convenient. We were given all the options about the felony and different programs that could help clear the charges and make everything basically disappear...then there happened to be another arrest for the same charge. Given all the options again and resigned a contract to cover this and all was good. Went to court super quick and Waller was able to get all the charges put together on the SAME probation so that it was all served concurrently even though the indictments for the second one hadn't been pushed through yet. Even was able to get the Judge's original probation sentence reduced by a few years. That was seven months ago. Last month there was a violation of probation so it was revoked which means to jail we go! After thirty days (stupid holidays) Waller was able to get time served for the entire length and get the probation reinstated without having to deal with prison time or lock down rehab. At this moment he is still on the case and while I hope he isn't needed as often in the future it is great to know that we have someone who really works to get the best for his clients. I am happy to honestly say that I couldn't have chosen a better attorney and am SO HAPPY I didn't go for a court appointed one. They are so hit and miss, there is no way to know if they even care or have the time to really focus on your case. I would recommend Mr. Waller to first time offenders and repeat offenders. He has experience with all types of criminal charges and if (crosses fingers) something were to happen again in the future I would not hesitate to pay for Waller's assistance again.

Harold Waller

Replied last January 29, 2016

We need to hit a Rave or something together chick. It's been a rollercoaster! I am glad that you are pleased. Take care and keep in touch.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Federal DWI Thank You Waller! Amazing Attorney

I was charged with a Federal DWI so scared never been in trouble. I Thank Mr. Waller for doing everything he did for me saved me and me keeping my Licence and my job. I Highly refer Mr. Waller to all Family and Friends he is the Attorney You want to Hire and be by your side. His Law office is So Prof...ecional and Efficent The girls will always help you and answer all your questions. This attorney knows his stuff . I was so scared of being in Federal Court he guided me explained everything to me and Mr. Tells you up front no messing around about what you need to do and looks out for your best interest. I will always be Thankful for Mr. Waller. He's Confident and And know exactly what he's doing. Right on point . Gets the job done!

Harold Waller

Replied last January 29, 2016

Glad that I could help out. Take care and good luck!

Posted by Javier | June 29, 2015

One of the best I had the pleasure of meeting ..

My personal opinion is Chris is helpful,understanding to your legal and financial needs... Deicaded to his clients.. I'm am very thankful having him in my corner..

Posted by Michael Clements | May 26, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Everything you would expect from hiring an excellent attorney!!

Hiring a good attorney in a criminal matter is vital! Not only is your life and reputation on line but also it is a sizable investment. I myself did not take that decision lightly. I first made my decision based on Mr. Wallers reviews. They were all so positive and reassuring I thought to myself "T...his guy cant be that good" so I decided to contact Mr. Wallers law firm. I made the call late in the evening and I kid you not, 20 minutes after I left Mr. Waller a voice mail my phone rung. I thought for sure the person calling must be a part of his legal team just wanting more information, I was wrong. It was Mr. Harold Christopher Waller himself. I briefly explained my situation which was not a laughing matter and Mr. Waller went over a game plan with me on the spot that seemed very feasible. I immediately felt relieved so I decided to hire Mr. Waller as my attorney in a MTR 1st degree felony case. It was during the holidays so I wouldn't have court for a few weeks but Mr. Waller was always reachable if I had any questions. In a situation like this it really meant a lot to I feel I had someone by my side who always kept lines of communication open if and when I wanted to discuss my case. On the my day of court I was nervous but felt confident, especially when the bailiff who at the time was putting hand cuffs on me because of my warrant said to me " I'm going to have to detain you because of your warrant but you have a damn good attorney so you should be alright" lol . Once again I had peace of mind.. Anyway, long story short Mr. Waller lived up to his reputation...He went in there , talked with the DA, then with the judge, then with me, then back with DA then back with me and before I knew it I was in front of the judge with charges dropped and probation of 10 years completed satisfactory... It was at that very moment when I knew I that I had made the right choice in hiring Mr. Waller. So if you made some bad choices in life like we all do from time to time and find yourself needing a DAMN GOOD ATTORNEY , I highly recommend giving Mr. Waller a call. Not only is he a great attorney but he seems to be a very decent man.

Harold Waller

Replied last May 26, 2015

You are free! Judge Medary is a great Judge. Rock on!

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Harold Christopher Waller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen McMains

Federal crime lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Juan Reyna

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Phillip Goff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris knows his stuff. Over the years, he has earned a terrific, even decorated reputation amongst his legal peers. He even does it with a dash of humor."

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John Tinder

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris and has wife are two of the nicest people I know. Chris is an excellent attorney. They are earnest and hard working. They will be patient and explain everything to you to help you make the right decision. Passing up an opportunity to get Chris Waller to work for you is only compounding your problem. Don't make matters worse, start making better decisions today, call Chris Waller now!"

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Hall

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a talented professional litigator. I have worked with Chris on numerous matters and his trial skills, attention to the legal matter and his client's needs are exemplary."

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Robert von Dohlen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."

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Joseph Wilkinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Chris since I was a summer intern in law school. He is the epitome of a courthouse lawyer. He knows how to negotiate the best deal possible, but never hesitates to take a case to trial. If you need representation in a criminal defense matter in South Texas, this is your man."

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Saam Ghiaasiaan

Unknown lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Harold is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit."

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James Story

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In the trenches everyday and works hard for his clients."

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Talented, tough, and thorough litigator."

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Gina Famularo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Waller is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Adam Rodrigue

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lindsay Browne

Family lawyer

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Phillip Goff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Hall

Family lawyer

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James Shields

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joseph Wilkinson

Family lawyer

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Saam Ghiaasiaan

Litigation lawyer

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Adam Rodrigue

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Waddington

Federal crime lawyer

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John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer

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Kyle Hoelscher

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alex Hernandez

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

National Patriot Medal--Golden Eagles, National Rifle Association

2013

Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year, Corpus Christi Bar Association

2013

National Patriot Medal, National Rifle Association

2013

Pro Bono Award, State Bar of Texas

2011

Top Gun, Corpus Christi Police Department, Citizens Police Academy

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Waller Law Office PLLC

2003 - 2005

Attorney, Insurance Defense Firm

2001 - 2003

ALR Attorney, Texas Department Of Public Safety

Associations

2013 - Present

Corpus Christi Bar Association

Director, Board of Directors

2013 - Present

Texas Lawyers for Texas Veterans

Chair

2008 - Present

Society of Ethical Attorneys

Member

2008 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

St. Thomas More Society

Attorney Member

1986 - Present

National Rifle Association

Endowment Member

2013 - 2015

Friends of The NRA

Co-chair

2012 - 2013

Corpus Christi Bar Association

President, Criminal Section

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

Texas Center for the Judiciary

Beyond the Bench Panel Member

Corpus Christi Citizens Police Academy

Graduate

Sample of Legal Cases

Innocent person exonerated

Filed complaint against prosecutor oppression and case was dismissed

Probation officer not doing her job

Dismissed for lack of due dilligence

Terroristic Threat-Not Guilty

Not Guilty

Stopped a bad cop

Dismissed. Won a suppression motion for an illegal stop.

Kept out of Boot Camp

Freedom. Psychiatrist has on med. regimen, she is doing fine.

Prescription Fraud

Not Guilty

Federal Drug Conspiracy

27 months

DWI Marijuana

Not Guilty

Mentally ill Client False Confession

Dismissed

Fed Supervised Release Violation

Not Guilty

Federal Drug Case

Downward Departure, 86 Months.

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Education

2001

St. Mary's University

1994

Texas A&I Universtiy

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Constitutional Carry Symposium

Texas Concealed Carry

2021

Constitutional Carry

Constitutional Carry

2020

Lawshield Firearm Law

Situational Awareness

2020

Lawshield

What to do in a Riot

2019

Corpus Christi Bar Association

Gun Law

2018

Corpus Christi Bar Association

Gun Law

2017

Del Mar College Law Enforcement

Presumptions in the Law

2016

Firearms Law Seminar

What do i do when I shoot someone?

2014

2014 YOUNG LAWYERS ASSOCIATION SKEET SHOOT CLE

CASTLE DOCTRINE IN TEXAS

2013

Young Lawyers Skeet Shoot

Stand Your Ground Laws and Probibited Weapons

2013

Criminal Bar Section CLE

Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms.......

2011

DWI Continuing Legal Education

DWI/ALR

Publications

2014

Corpus Christi Bar Association Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms...Oh My!

Languages

Spanish

English

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