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Dan Dworin is an Austin criminal defense attorney and Senior Trial Attorney at Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys. With more than 30 years of experience, he represents clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges throughout Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County, and Central Texas. His practice focuses exclusively on criminal defense, including DWI, assault, drug offenses, theft crimes, weapons charges, probation violations, white collar crimes, and other serious criminal matters.
Dan has spent more than three decades defending individuals accused of crimes, developing extensive courtroom experience and a reputation for meticulous preparation, strategic advocacy, and personalized client representation. He earned his Juris Doctor from The University of Texas School of Law and is admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to protecting the constitutional rights of individuals accused of crimes while helping clients navigate every stage of the criminal justice process, from investigation and arrest through negotiations, motion practice, trial, and appeal.
Known for his attention to detail and thoughtful approach to complex criminal cases, Dan carefully evaluates the facts, evidence, and legal issues unique to every case. Whether defending a first-offense DWI or a serious felony prosecution, he develops individualized defense strategies designed to achieve the best possible outcome while ensuring clients understand their options and the legal process.
Dan has earned widespread respect within the Texas legal community. He is a Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, a Founding Fellow of the Austin Bar Foundation, and a past president of the Austin Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. He is also an active member of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Criminal Justice Section of the Austin Bar Association.
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State: Texas
Acquired: 1995
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Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent defense lawyer
Dan is a very insightful and competent defense lawyer. I was never thought of I would be in such a bad situation of being falsely accused of a crime. With the friend reference, I found Dan. During the process, he heard all the details of case and the related background. After extracting important inf...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Dan is the best!
I had a fantastic experience working with Dan Dworin! He is extremely knowledgeable and hard-working. I appreciated all the time he spent with me making sure that he knew all the pertinent information to help me with my case. He also took the time to walk me through the process so that I understood n...
Posted by Daniele | June 16, 2015
I was accused of committing a crime that I did not commit
I was arrested and was facing 3rd degree felony charges after being in a very abusive relationship for almost 10 years. I called the police and arrested me instead of my spouse at the time, despite my spouse not working and being 3x my size I was the one who got arrested. I was desperate, had nowh...
Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2014
Excellent, Competent Defense
Dan Dworin was referred to me by another attorney I trusted. I was accused of a crime which I did not commit and which exculpatory evidence existed in abundance. I thought the County Attorney would see that and dismiss it immediately in the interest of justice. However, the "system" is rigged to ju...
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a smart guy and a creative lawyer that takes good care of his clients."
"Dan is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend him to my client's for assistance with criminal law matters,"
"Dan is an excellent lawyer and I have referred several people to him over the years. He is very sharp on navigating the criminal justice system and always do what is in the best interests for his clients. I strongly recommend and endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a great criminal defense lawyer. When I get a call on a criminal defense case, I immediately refer them to Dan. He takes care of his clients."
"Dan is someone I have always looked up to as a shining example of what a criminal defense attorney should be under all circumstances. He is a wonderful advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a courteous and competent legal professional that I engaged to assist a family member with a legal matter in Austin, TX. I am very satisfied with the service and guidance he provided; I would gladly work with him again. It was enjoyable to meet a fellow criminal defense attorney that is committed to his clients and takes satisfaction from his practice."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
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Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2004
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2025 - Present
Senior Trial Attorney, Michael & Associates
1995 - 2025
Attorney, Law Office of Dan Dworin
Life Fellow
Past President
Founding Fellow
2010 - 2012
Austin Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionChairman
2009 - 2010
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPresident
2009 - 2010
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPresiding Director
1995
2016
Jury Sentening Strategies
2012
Attorney-Client Privilege
2010
Professionalism in Representation
2007
Electronic Evidence
2006
Memory Issues in Child Abuse Defense
2020
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