If you are reading this you are probably in the unfortunate position I was in just a short month ago which was trying to find the best possible criminal defense attorney in Austin TX. This has to be one of the worst feelings in the world knowing you have been accused of a crime and need to hire a fi...rm to represent you. Here is what I can tell you from first-hand experience. At age 62 I was accused of a very serious crime which was a second-degree felony in TX. Understand I never even had a traffic ticket in my life, so this took its toll on my mind, body & spirit. Just like you I went online and started reading up on different attorneys/firms and spent most of my time reading reviews because any attorney can say he/she is the best but it's the reviews that truly tell the whole story and what I pay attention to because these are real world examples. There are certain things in life you can skimp on to save a few dollars but the one thing you can NEVER skimp on is the quality of the attorney representing you especially when accused of criminal charges. As soon as I read Doug O'Connell's biography and background, I immediately knew I found my law firm. When I contacted the firm Doug immediately assigned my case to Laurie Drymalla after he read my intake form to make sure the attorney with the best skill set for my case was assigned to me. God as my witness about three weeks after retaining the firm, Laurie told me she convinced the DA to reject the charges – based on the firm’s investigation. And just like that my nightmare became a beautiful dream. It blows my mind how quickly this case was put to rest because the stress was literally killing me. All I can say if you are reading reviews to help you decide on which firm to hire, this should be the last review you read as there is no better firm in Austin. I need to mention I am a veteran and when I read that Doug was a Colonel in the Green Berets I was immediately sold on his firm. Doug is not only a super lawyer but a real-life Rambo who knows how to fight and win. O'Connell West is truly the very best firm and I am still amazed they were able to get my case resolved

Mr. O'Connell and his partner, Mr. West, are the attorneys you need for representation. They are very quick to respond. The communication, and the desire to truly understand my issue, were excellent. With some very clear, concise and competent advice, Mr. O'Connell and Mr. West helped us to quickly g...et our legal problem solved.

Doug O’Connell truly deserves the title as a “Super Lawyer”. I highly recommend him as a man of honor who will dedicate himself to providing you the best legal defense possible. He represented my son in a complicated assault case. Doug fully investigated all aspects of the case, and coordinated with ...the Austin Police Department, and the Austin District Attorney's Office .I believe this was a case where the best aspects of our judicial system were on display. Mr O’ Connell did outstanding work and presented a detailed account of the events that transpired and all factors in mitigation regarding my son to the District Attorney's Office. Because of Mr O’Connell’s hard work and the District Attorney’s Office willingness to review the evidence and consider my son’s circumstances as an individual, it was determined that no charges were filed against him. Anyone who hires Doug will not be disappointed. He will be a fierce advocate for you, always responsive, and will keep you informed on the status of your case from beginning to end.

I hired Doug to represent me when I was arrested for DWI. I was scared and didn’t know what to do. Doug was so helpful, walked me through this ordeal, and kept me informed every step of the way. Despite the evidence against me, Doug was able to convince the prosecutors to offer me a pre-trial diver...sion program that meant I wouldn’t be convicted of a crime. I hope to never need a criminal law attorney again, but if I do I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Doug again.

Doug represented me when I was accused of Assault Family Violence. My entire career was on the line, and I’m forever thankful I turned to Doug for help. Doug beat the government prosecutors so bad they gave up on the second day of trial. He always returns calls and emails and he worked with me on ...payments. I would definitely hire Doug again.