Russell Henry Thomas Lorfing

I cannot say enough about the positive impact that Russell has made on my life. From the first time I spoke with him it was evident that he truly cared about me as a person and was dedicated to helping me make the best out of a bad situation. I am currently a college student with hopes of applying to... medical school soon. I made a poor decision involving alcohol last semester and was facing an MIC misdemeanor charge. When this first happened, I thought my chances of attending medical school were gone. I had a very rough few days wrestling with the idea that all of my hard work thus far was for nothing. After speaking with Russell, I had full confidence that this incident was something that I could learn from and move past. Not only did he agree to represent me in my case although it was outside of his traditional type of practice, but he insisted that he do it free of charge. Despite his lack of personal gain from the situation, Russell was dedicated and responsive throughout this entire process. He was always happy to talk with me and answer all of my questions and I have always felt like I was his top priority when we were talking. Ultimately, we were able to get the charge dismissed and will soon be moving to expunge the record. Russell has gone above and beyond everything I could have expected from him and has allowed me to have new hope and confidence in pursuing my future education and career.

My husband was charged with a serious federal charge in Abilene and we needed an experienced federal defense lawyer to help us out. We initially went with another local attorney who was more affordable but we quickly learned that was a huge mistake. Federal courts are much different that state cour...ts and it was clear our first attorney didn’t specialize in federal law. Russell Lorfing just so happened to be representing another client at the same time my husband appeared in court for his detention hearing. After seeing Russell in action, it was clear that he was the guy to hire. I followed him out into the hallway and asked if we could hire him. He was professional and composed. Before taking the case, he wanted to meet with us to make sure he could help. After a few hours, he agreed to take our case – but not before asking us a thousand questions to make sure we were a good fit. Over the next few months, Russell was an incredible advocate for my husband and gave us hope when there was none. He regularly communicated with us and made us feel like my husband was his only client. Before we meet Russell, every attorney told us that it was a lost cause – that when the feds charge you, you’re screwed. But Russell fought for us. My husband was looking at a mandatory minimum ten years in federal prison with a maximum presentence of life. He ended up pleading to a much less serious crime and serving less than a year in federal prison. I cannot thank him enough. He wasn’t cheap, but I would have paid ten times that amount to have my husband’s life back. If you’ve been charged with a federal crime in West Texas, Russell Lorfing is THE ATTORNEY you hire. No one else in the area even comes close to his level of experience in federal law. Thank you for fighting so hard for my family. We cannot thank you enough for all your hard work.

I had never been in any kind of legal trouble until fall of 2020. I was in a dark place due to a recent divorce and an addiction problem. I found myself facing a second-degree assault felony charge, a misdemeanor charge, and possibly losing custody of my children. While I was in jail, my father calle...d a local judge, who is a family friend, and asked who was the best lawyer in town to handle a situation like mine. Through divine intervention I was lead to Russell. To say that Russell was the best lawyer in town, to handle the mess I was in, would be an understatement. From the beginning, Russell personally treated me as if I was his main priority. The minute I was released from jail, Russell made time for me, having me come to his office and meet with him for over an hour. Our conversation consisted of the events that led to my charges, but also Russell genuinely wanted to get to know me and how he could truly help. Russell’s outstanding personability and aggressive lawyering only increased from our first meeting. Russell referred and helped lead me to the best recovery program in Texas. The entire time I was at the recovery center he worked closely with me as well as my family. When I returned from recovery, I didn’t go to Russell’s office to discuss my cases, he took me to dinner, then we went to his office! He updated me on my cases and the convictions I was facing. I had accepted the consequences of my actions. Soon following, I received a call from Russell saying that he was able to get my felony completely dismissed! This literally does not ever happen! Russell was also instrumental in helping me regained custody of my children. He exceeded my expectations in every way I could have imagined. I truly cannot say enough about this man. Not only did Russell save me from a felony conviction and regain custody of my children, but he helped me turn my entire life around! He has become a mentor and a friend. If you are in need of any legal assistance, Russell Lorfing is the guy to call! I would want this gentleman on my team for any battle!

Russell represented my brother Cody. Cody has been in and out of prison most of his life. He was definitely the black sheep of the family. However, a year and a half ago he got into some trouble and I was looking at 25 years to life. This was in Montgomery county Texas. Cody and I was most certain h...e was going to get 25 to life. Honestly it scared him very badly. Cody kept his nose clean and got a job working as a mechanic making more than $30 an hour. Russell put Cody on a program called freedom fighters. Russell called him and checked on him very often... Hell he even called me checking on him. Russell kept a very positive spin with Cody and bragged on him when he did well. The program was amazing.. Russell promised Cody that if he did his job and stayed out of trouble then Russell would do his job and give him out of his legal issues...and folks.. I have no idea how he did it but he was able to get PROBATION for my brother! The relief was extraordinary! We will never be able to Express hour gratitude enough. Cody did his job and is held down his employment for more than 2 years. No drugs no alcohol no issues of any kind. We are a large part of this to Russell. God bless this man!

My Husband was in some trouble, I mean looking at 15 years trouble. since day one Russel was amazing, yes! I said amazing. Let me break that down because the situation that my husband was looking at was not good. Like I said he was looking at 15 years. Since day one Russel kept me and my husband in ...the loop. He fought hard for my husband, not only for my husband but for me and my kids wouldn't be away from him for such a long time. Russell has never rushed me off the phone and yes I always have a million questions because this is all new to me . Every phone call, every text he answered in the same day pretty much the same hour . With all the hard work and wanting to make a difference in my husbands life he made a 15 year sentence to a 5 year sentence. All because he wants what's best for his client's. We are blessed that Russell Lorfing is the one defending my husband. He has been Amazing for us, I know he would be just as amazing and caring for you as well. if your in trouble or know anyone in trouble don't go look for anyone else you honestly need to hire Russell Lorfing you will not regret it. If you want the best of the best on your side Russell is the lawyer for you.