Russell David Hunt Jr.

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Russell David Hunt Jr.

also known as Russ Hunt Jr

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Georgetown, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime

310 South Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX

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About Russell

Biography

Expert, Experienced Criminal Defense in Federal and State courts throughout Central Texas

Expert, Experienced Criminal Defense in Federal and State courts throughout Central Texas

Highly Experienced and Trustworthy DWI and DUI attorney. Board Certified in Criminal Law.

Highly Experienced and Trustworthy, Handled Federal Fraud, RICO, Drug, Conspiracy Cases and More.

Highly Experienced and Trustworthy -Has Handled Multi-Million Dollar Fraud & Money Laundering cases

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

19 years

40%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
White Collar Crime 20%

20%
Federal Crime 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 31 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1994

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Russ Hunt Jr Criminal Defense

310 South Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626-5037

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Russell D. Hunt, Jr.

902 East 5th Street, Suite 108, Austin, TX, 78702

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Online Presence

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Russell David Hunt Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Mohammad | October 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Super Lawyer

I got myself in a very bad spot and I started to contact attorney’s. Out of all the attorney’s I spoke with Russell made a great impression on me. I made an appointment and went to see him the very next day. He actually listened to my part of the story and gave me the best & worst case scenario’s. I... must say he doesn’t give you fake hope or sugar coat anything. He’s honest and straight forward. I like that quality about him and hired him. Whenever I had any questions I would contact him thru an email or text and he was always available to me, even on Sundays. Russell got me the best outcome of my case and I’m very pleased with his services. He actually care for his clients. Best lawyer hands down!

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2014 | Federal Crime

A Man with A Plan

While going through a federal criminal case, I hired Russ in April of 2014. Before hiring him I had heard several lawyer horror stories, but when I started reaching out to find one my gut told me to choose Russ. Suffice it to say I feel very fortunate that I did - he is the best lawyer you could ha...ve on your side, because Russ fought for me until the very end. His communication and response times were also excellent – he immediately returned my several nervous phone calls, and responded right away to emails. Another thing I really like is that Russ will always tell you the truth, not just try to make you feel better. He expertly tells you the pros and the cons of the situation after listening intently to your side of the story. When negotiating with the other side, he didn’t accept any part of a deal that he felt was not in my best interest and instead kept fighting until I was satisfied. In these ways made me feel like his first priority, which was very important to me. If you hire Russ Hunt Jr you will not regret it. Russ got my case down from the worst charge to the charge at lowest level, and I am writing this because I believe he is an outstanding lawyer for people who are going through what I went through. It can be difficult to know that there are good lawyers too, but don't be confused: pick up your phone and call him. Once you hire Russ you will know what I am talking about. Thanks, Russ, for everything you did for me.

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Russell David Hunt Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert von Dohlen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Walter Reaves

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Russ is hard working lawyer who also has the best interests of his clients in mind"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michelle Tuegel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Russell Hunt Jr. is an excellent trial attorney who is highly skilled in his craft and strongly advocates for his clients in and out of the courtroom. He is seasoned, highly intelligent, and always known to be reasonable in his approach. One of the absolute best!"

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Todd Nickle

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Russ is an excellent lawyer with an impeccable reputation in the legal community."

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Richard Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Good guy and a good lawyer."

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Turner Gassaway

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Russ professionally for a number of years and endorse him wholeheartedly. He is not only an excellent technician of the law, but also conducts himself in a polite and noncondescending manner. I am proud to call him a colleague, and his clients will be well served by him."

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Brian Tillman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Russ since high school, and can attest to his intellect and good-naturedness. The son of a respected criminal defense lawyer. I would agree with the review that said "a credit to the profession." You would do well to hire him."

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Philip Ray

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former prosecutor in Williamson County, I had many cases with Russ Hunt. I found his negotiating style convincing, fair, and persuasive. Many times I changed or softened my recommendations as a direct result of the information diligently gathered and presented by Mr. Hunt."

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Stanley Schwieger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hunt is an excellent attorney who will give you straight answers."

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Michelle Tuegel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Philip Ray

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Tillman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Todd Nickle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Turner Gassaway

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stanley Schwieger

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Botsford

White collar crime lawyer

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Russell Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Betty Blackwell

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2015

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2014

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2013

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2012

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2011

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2010

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

SuperLawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

Work Experience

2003 - 2005

Founding Member, Postpartum Resource Center of Texas

Associations

2000 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Certified in Criminal Law

1996 - Present

State Bar College

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1994 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

1993 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Williamson County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2010 - 2013

Lake Forest Homeowners Association

Secretary

2006 - 2007

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2005 - 2006

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Secretary

2004 - 2007

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Editor, Advocate Newsletter

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Alvarez

Convicted by jury of lesser-included offense of murder. Plea to sentence of 40 years.

State v. Lively

Jury finding of Not Guilty of DWI despite .24 blood test

USA v. Sanchez

Federal judge suppressed 25 pounds of cocaine. Case dismissed.

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Education

1994

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Austin College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Capital Defense-A Practical Approach

Jury Selection in Capital Murder Cases

2016

WCBA Fall Seminar

Cell Phones: Privacy, Data and Tracking

2016

Capital Defense-A Practical Approach

Building a Team and Developing a Case Strategy

2016

Bell County Fall Seminar

Pretrial Motions Practice

2009

Friday Lunch Lecture

Inventory Searches after Gant

2008

Friday Criminal Seminar

Challenging and Litigating Inventory Searches

2008

Criminal Defense Nuts and Bolts Seminar

Probation Revocations

Publications

2009

Voice for the Defense (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association) Challenging and Litigating Inventory Searches

N/A

The Advocate-Journal of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Numerous Articles on subjects dealing with Criminal law practice in Travis County, Texas

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Russell earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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