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Experienced former federal prosecutor with a background in civil and criminal law. Substantial litigation experience in federal court including representing the United States as lead counsel in several complex jury trials. Expertise in electronic evidence and compliance issues involving the Electronic Communication Privacy Act. Designated as a Cyber Hacking and Intellectual Property ("CHIP") attorney for the Northern District of Texas.
Practice areas
13 years, 1,000 cases
5 years, 10 cases
13 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
Spanish
Keith & Lorfing, PLLC
265 S. Leggett Drive
Abilene, TX, 79605
Keith & Lorfing
1708 15th St
Lubbock, TX, 79401
Keith & Lorfing
206 W College Ave
San Angelo, TX, 76903
Keith & Lorfing
306 W Wall St
Suite 415
Midland, TX, 79701
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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DC | Good Standing | 2014 | 02/21/2021 |
TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2009 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 21 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Avvo's 2021 Client Choice Award | Avvo | 2021 |
Prosecutor Achievement and Accomplishment Award | Federal Bureau of Investigation; Lubbock Division | 2020 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2020 |
Designated at Cyber Hacking and Intellectual Property Attorney | United States Department of Justice | 2017 |
Prosecutor Accomplishment Award | Custom and Border Prosecution | 2016 |
Chief's Investigative Excellence Award | Internal Revenue Service | 2015 |
Law Alumnus Award | St. Mary's Alumni Association | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | The Lorfing Law Firm, PLLC | 2020 - Present |
Assistant United States Attorney | United States Department of Justice | 2014 - 2020 |
Associate | Brock Guerra Strandmo Dimaline Jones, P.C. | 2012 - 2014 |
Assistant Attorney General | Office of the Attorney General | 2010 - 2012 |
Law Clerk | Texas Court Of Appeals | 2009 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Abilene Bar Association | Member | 2020 - Present |
National Association of Former Assistant United States Attorneys (NAFAUSA) | President | 2020 - Present |
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Affiliate Member | 2020 - Present |
Lubbock County Bar Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
Texas State Bar | Member | 2009 - Present |
San Antonio Young Lawyers Association | Director | 2012 - 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Mary's University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
University of Texas at Austin | Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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National Center for Missing & Exploited Children law enforcement training - 2 hours - guest lecture | Why Meta Matters | 2020 |
Annual CLE - 60 minute presentation - guest lecture | The New and Improved Search Warrant for the Digital World | 2019 |
Annual Meeting- 60 minutes - guest lecture | You Never Saw it Coming: Identity Theft and the Dark Web | 2019 |
Monthly Luncheon - 20 minutes - guest lecture | Digital Sex Crimes in the Age of Millennials: Cyber Stalking, Sextortion, and Revenge Porn | 2019 |
West Texas Banker's Working Group quarterly meeting - 45 minutes - guest lecture | Get Rich Quick: A Banker's Guide to Money Laundering | 2019 |
Case name | Outcome |
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United States v. Glisson (1:20-CR-069-H) | Case dismissed based on a 5th Amendment violation |
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Joseph Strickland, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Lorfing has long been an outstanding attorney, both as a prosecutor and for the defense. There is absolutely no one I would recommend ahead of him in the areas he practices in.
Kristen Ayers, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Russell is experienced, intelligent, and caring. He is very passionate about representing his clients and going the extra mile.
Joseph Strickland, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Lorfing has long been an outstanding attorney, both as a prosecutor and for the defense. There is absolutely no one I would recommend ahead of him in the areas he practices in.
Kristen Ayers, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Russell is experienced, intelligent, and caring. He is very passionate about representing his clients and going the extra mile.
Derron Parks, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 24, 2021
Relationship: Co-worker
There is not a more tenacious fighter that you can have on your side than Russell. He is smart,, caring, and dedicated. He can negotiate when needed but is not afraid to take a matter to trial...and win! I have seen his work up close. Not only would I refer clients to him, I would hire him if I needed help.
Brian Poe, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 4, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Russell is a fantastic advocate for his clients! He tirelessly works to ensure that he has the best approach in every case in order to best serve his clients. I had the opportunity to work with him when we were both federal prosecutors and to consult with him on cases since we both entered private practice. Russell never stops learning because he not only wants the best result for his client, he truly cares about what happens to the client. His natural trial abilities combined with the passion he has for his clients sets him above the other attorneys in West Texas. I endorse Russell without hesitation!
Jason Goss, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 3, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Russell Lorfing is a great advocate with a lot of experience handling both simple and extremely complex matters. Russell and I were at law school together and advocated with and against each other, and even back then and he was a fantastic advocate. After he graduated, he became a respected Federal Prosecutor, and he’ll use that experience to help you when you need it most. Russell has all the tools a great lawyer needs to get the best results for his clients. Highly Recommend him to anyone who finds themselves needing a legal bodyguard.
Dax Pueschel, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 2, 2020
Relationship: Friend
Russell Lorfing is a hard charging federal defense attorney with stellar credentials and an unmatched work ethic. More importantly though, Russell is a devoted family man and friend. He cares about his clients, sees his work as purpose, and treats every client problem as if the problem were his own. Russell has a great attitude, works well with opposing counsel, is professional, and will go the extra mile. He believes in doing the right thing and treating others with respect and dignity. Russell has a way with people and strives to leave everyone he meets feeling good about who they are.
Yuri Nielsen, Litigation Attorney on Oct 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A skilled Attorney and highly respected member of the legal community.
Robert House, Appeals Attorney on Apr 3, 2012
Relationship: Friend
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