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Jeremy Shane Sylestine
also known as Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, Sylestine Law PLLC
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About Jeremy
Biography
Jeremy Sylestine brings 20 years of experience as a top felony prosecutor in Travis County to his defense practice. He is prepared to handle a wide range of cases for his clients and provides personalized and prompt service. Jeremy will meet with you personally, answer your calls, and respond to your emails. Jeremy believes that every situation is unique and that nothing is beyond repair. Contact him now to get him in your corner.
I'm a former prosecutor with over 20 years of experience in central Texas courtrooms. I've handled mostly major crimes at the felony level and now leverage that experience for my clients.
There is always another side to the story that's being told by law enforcement. Don't put yourself in the position of telling that story without first speaking with an experienced attorney. Be smart and talk to someone who has seen a situation like this before.
Being charged with a violent crime is a heavy and overwhelming experience. I will help you navigate your situation and find the best path forward.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
Sex Crime
25%
Violent Crime
25%
DUI and DWI
15%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2026 2025 2024
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Jeremy Shane Sylestine's Reviews
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Posted by Bill | April 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Empathetic, Efficient and Patient. A great price also! I feel like we are friends now.
Jeremy and his team took on a friend of mine as client. The problem required patience as she had a language barrier being Chinese Mandorin speaker. Jeremy, Kassidy, and Catherine did an outstanding job of solving the case and winning what was needed. They were patient with the need of interpretatio...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend!
Jeremy was amazing in my defense. His knowledge of the law and poise are second to none. He was responsive and understanding throughout the whole process explaining to me all of the possible outcomes so I could make the best decision possible
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Effective and honest Attorney
Jeremy Sylestine and Cofer & Connelly law firm diligently worked on my case. He was sincere to understand the situation and used resources to make progress in the case accordingly. This resulted in dismissal. I admire his experience, knowledge and competency.
Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
They Listen and They Work for You 1000%
All around I’m very pleased as to how Precisely honest Jeremy was with me from start to first!! He’s made me absolutely comfortable with every visit concerning events or conditions occurring in the case! His team is very helpful and reliable! And if necessary this office & Jeremy will in fact be my 1...
Posted by Matthew | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent help navigating difficult circumstances
We were happy to work with Cofer and Connelly's attorney Jeremy Sylestine. He helped navigate a difficult process involving criminal charges and mental health. It was brought to a very successful resolution. The team was very attentive to our needs navigating the whole process, they lived up to their...
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Experience
Honors
2026
Best Defense Attorney, Best of West Austin
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Chief Judge, Alabama-Coushatta Appellate Court
2023 - Present
Partner, Cofer & Connelly, PLLC
2021 - 2023
Owner, Sylestine Law PLLC
2011 - 2021
Adjunct Professor, University Of Texas Law School
2006 - 2021
Assistant District Attorney, Travis County District Attorney's Office
2004 - 2006
Assistant Public Defender, Law Office of Jerod Pingelton
Associations
2023 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2004 - Present
State Bar of Texas
Austin Bar Association
Education
2004
University of Virginia School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2000
University of Texas, Austin
B.A.
Languages
English
Spanish