Jo Lyn Poenitzsch

Jo helped me understand everything I needed for my case! It was the first time I had been arrested and had no idea what to do or how to do it. Jo was there to help me step by step for what I needed to do so everything would go as smoothly as possible. Today was my second and last court session and my case was dismissed thanks to everything Jo helped me with! I'd definitely recommend her to anyone interested in a lawyer who takes their job and their clients time seriously! Thank you for everything!

Jo is amazing. I had a court appointed attorney for over a year and was unable to contact him once, even though I consistently called, texted, and emailed him and I would call the Court Office as well. I found out that he was also pleading guilty on my behalf without consulting me. However, after talking with Jo, my charge was dropped after just a month, and it could have been sooner if I was more available. She replies within a day to all emails and was constantly working for a better arrangement even after getting a deal with the prosecutor. I would recommend Jo to anyone and I am incredibly thankful for all her work, she saved my life and my relationship with my family.

I was Falsely accused of hurting my kid and in a pinch I hit up jo and she rocked got right on the case and quickly and efficiently took care of me and my family. Thank you so much for everything you did for my family we are all greatful

Jo is the best. She solved my case in the best way and very quickly. I recommend her 100%

Jo has been fantastic. She answered all of my questions and more about the case to really make sure I understood what was going on. Even with the different Covid-19 precautions in place, she was able to find the right people to talk to to push my case along. I couldn't have gotten a decline of charges without her!

Jo came recommended from a Travis Co Sheriff friend of mine that reached out to an Austin attorney friend of his. With that recommendation alone I knew I was in the right hands. Having never been in trouble with the law and catching a DWI was the scariest and most shameful moment of my life. From the initial phone conversation with Jo, her willingness to meet me after hours, up to our initial handshake, she never allowed me to feel embarrassment or shame. Straight shooter from the hip, she laid it all out, my best and worst case scenarios. I felt like I was talking with a friend but seeking their professional advice. She was extremely personable and funny and still exuded a "boss" presence. I knew right away she was the one I wanted to represent me. While everything went relatively smoothly, it wasn't until I was in one of my court mandated classes that it became even more apparent that I'd made the right choice. Hearing people talk about their ODL, interlock and DL suspension issues or general limbo of their cases only confirmed how Jo not only had it together, but really went above and beyond. I honestly can't say enough great things about her. On a couple of occasions I had to text her for reassurance. I felt that I needed to be more worried or anxious after seeing all the hell everyone else was dealing with. She honestly made this horrible situation so painless. The occasional joke through text plus always being "in the know" about my case, made me feel as if I wasn't just another $ client $. That feeling alone, I will forever be grateful for. Blessed and Dismissed! JO IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!

Jo went out of her way to always make sure I was informed and also made sure my family was informed at all times. She genuinely cares about her clients and her cases going above and beyond the call of duty. Once my case was won she picked me up from the detention center and even treated me to dinner. She has demonstrated that there are good lawyers out there that have a passion for helping and upholding the law. Thank you Jo from the bottom of my heart. You gave me my life back and I will be forever grateful we crossed paths.

Amongst the legal situation I was in, I was anything but hopeful. Jo made it clear that she was going to do everything she could to help me. I am a fully tattoo covered 21 year old whom most people assume is up to no good at first glance, Jo did nothing of the sort. She saw me for the human being that I am from the get go! instead of giving up on me like most, she took the case head on and treated it as any other case. She showed me that I deserved a second chance and by the grace of god and Jo’s hard work.. I was given just that. To anyone who has concerns or doubts about hiring a court appointed attorney, I hope everything I’ve said here changed your mind.

Our 15 year old adopted daughter received trauma from her birth parents and the foster care system. We contacted CPS for funding to place her in a residential treatment center to provide mental health services. Our phone calls and texts were ignored until we met Jo. Within a week, CPS scheduled a meeting with us and started the process. Our daughter was placed, received the help she needed, and returned home. She is back in school and making straight As. Jo worked closely with our us throughout the process. Our daughter has a brighter future because of caring professional people like Jo. We highly recommend if you and your family are going through a rough time, do not give us. There are resources available for children who were in the foster care system. Jo is passionate about helping you. Give her a call.

February 1st I found myself in a legal situation I never expected to be in but there I was in it, lost, uneducated and confused on how to get out of it. Felt torn between hiring an attorney¸ which to be honest is most peoples first option due to the stigma that surrounds court appointed attorneys, none the less I took a chance and went with a court appointed attorney and was beyond satisfied with her efforts and attention to my case right off the bat. Jo Poenitzsch was my attorney, she struck me as someone who makes it her sole mission to fight for you and your rights, a very strong individual, someone you really want on your team to fight for you despite the circumstances. Communication between her and I was always very open, she was available for all my concerns and my million questions, broke it all down for me and eased my mind when she could. I felt beyond confident to basically hand over my rights to my own life to her and trusted her to handled it the best way she could, she did not disappoint. My experience in this situation changed my opinion drastically of court appointed attorneys, there are good ones out there, doing their job passionately and for all the right reasons. Forever beyond grateful.