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Geoffrey Dylan Puryear
About Geoffrey
Biography
Put the trial-proven experience of a former felony prosecutor and former felony judge to work on your legal situation. If you are looking for experienced legal representation in the Lubbock/South Plains area, I have successfully handled all types of criminal cases, including DWI, drug cases, assaults, alcohol offenses, motions to revoke probation, motions to adjudicate guilt, expunctions, motions for non-disclosure, and all severe felonies across the board. My goal in every case is to get your charges dismissed or put you in a position where your criminal history will remain clean. Don't take a chance with your freedom; put experience back on your side.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
24%
18 years
DUI and DWI
21%
18 years | 500 cases
Violent Crime
18%
18 years
Drug Crime
15%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 18 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
The Geoffrey Puryear Law Firm PLLC
1116 Broadway, Ste. 200, Lubbock, TX, 79401
Cofer & Connelly
1116 Broadway, Ste. 200, Lubbock, TX, 79401
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Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Top notch service from a very experienced lawyer. His communication and commitment to you is beyond what is normal. He led the entire way and got my situation resolved as quickly as possible.
Posted by Dora | August 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Grateful for Outstanding Legal Representation: Geoffrey Puryear and Team Exceed Expectations
I had the privilage of working with attorney Geoffrey Puryear and his team, Kevin Garcia, and Camila Montoya on my son's case. I am incredibly grateful for their outstanding representation. From our initial consultation and throughout the entire process they were nothing short of exceptional. Geoffr...
Posted by anonymous | July 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Grade A+++ Attorney
Mr. Geoffrey Puryear and his team was phenomenal helping me with my case. Money was well spent and I would recommend him if you need legal help.
Posted by Abraham | May 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend!
Mr. Puryear is an excellent attorney. He was able to get my cases dismissed and I would not be hesitant to have him represent me again.
Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Lawyer in Texas
Geoffrey and his team helped me get the best possible case results. I highly recommend his office to anything looking for a lawyer.
Geoffrey Dylan Puryear's Lawyer Endorsements
"Geoffrey is a remarkable lawyer. He is patient, thorough, and works diligently to achieve the best outcome for every client. He is also a former judge with experience few lawyers have. I highly endorse him for any criminal case."
"I have known Judge Puryear for well a decade. He is an exceptional attorney and experienced courtroom advocate. Lots of lawyers talk about trial skills, but Geoffrey is the real deal. He has tried some of the most complex and important criminal cases in the State of Texas. He has a tremendous record of success and knows how to win in the courtroom. Additionally, Geoffrey is a man of great integrity and principle. He upholds the highest ethical standards of our profession. It is with great enthusiasm I endorse Judge Puryear."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Puryear for the duration of his career. I have worked on cases with him and against him and I know him to be a dedicated and skilled trial attorney. He knows the law and knows how to get great results in the courtroom. His clients are lucky to have him by their side. His litigation skills are definitely a benefit to his clients."
"You'll have a hard time finding an attorney with a wider range of criminal law experience than Geoffrey. From simple DWIs to complex felonies, from fine-only offenses to those carrying a possible life sentence, he can handle any criminal matter a client may be facing. Unlike the vast majority of defense attorneys, he possesses a unique ability to analyze a case from the perspective of a prosecutor, a defense attorney, and also a judge, because he's been all three. He also understands that being an effective defense attorney is more than just knowledge of the law and a powerful courtroom presence, it also requires thoughful consideration of each client's situation and tailoring his representation to address individual needs. I wholeheartedly endorse Geoffrey and would recommend him to anyone currently entagled in the legal system."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2022
Client's Choice, AVVO
2022
Lead Counsel Designation, Thompson Reuters
2021
2021 Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2019
Trial Skills, International Conference on Sexual Assaults
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Partner, The Geoffrey Puryear Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
2019 - 2020
Presiding Judge, 460th Judicial District Court
2015 - 2019
Assistant District Attorney, Travis County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2015
Assistant District Attorney, Williamson County District Attorney's Office
2010 - 2012
Assistant District Attorney, Travis Counrty District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2010
Assistant County Attorney, Williamson County Attorney's Office
2006 - 2007
Clerk, Lubbock County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2024 - Present
American Bar FoundationFellow
2023 - Present
National Association of Distinguished CounselMember
2023 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth CircuitAttorney Member
2022 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Western District of Texas)Member
2022 - Present
Supreme Court of the United States of America BarMember
2022 - Present
Federal District Court for the District of ColumbiaMember
2022 - Present
The National Trial Lawyers - Top 100Member
2021 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Northern District of Texas)Member
2020 - Present
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
National Rifle AssociationLifetime Member
2008 - Present
Ducks UnlimitedMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2019 - 2020
Texas Association of District JudgesFormer Member
2007 - 2019
Texas District and County Attorneys AssociationFormer Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Capital Murder
Dismissed
Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Dismissed
Sexual Assault
Case not Filed
Felony Fraud
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed
Assault on a Police Officer
Dismissed
Felony Assault
Dismissed
Fail to Register as a Sex Offender
Dismissed
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Evading in a Vehicle
Dismissed
Assault
Dismissed
Education
2007
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2024
Webinar
Plea Bargaining Pitfalls
2015
SOR Conference
Trial Skills and Advocacy in Sex Crimes Cases
Publications
2021
DWI Primer
DWI Primer
Languages
English