Russell Henry Thomas Lorfing

Russell Henry Thomas Lorfing

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Abilene, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

265 S. Leggett Drive, Abilene, TX

About Russell

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

*Voted Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Abilene for 2023 Mr. Lorfing is a trial lawyer, former federal prosecutor, and managing partner at Keith & Lorfing, PLLC. He specializes in federal criminal defense and high-profile felony cases

17 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Personal Injury 50%

*Voted Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Abilene for 2023 as determined by Community Votes, an independent and objective online voting platform.

7 years | 100 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 16 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2009

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Keith & Lorfing, PLLC

265 S. Leggett Drive, Abilene, TX, 79605

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1708 15th St, Lubbock, TX, 79401

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206 W College Ave, San Angelo, TX, 76903

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306 W Wall St, Suite 415, Midland, TX, 79701

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Russell Henry Thomas Lorfing's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Collin Delarosa | March 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

This legal time Is Terrible

If you wanna call every week and consistently try to figure out what’s going on with your case call this place! Russell is a great attorney but his team is terrible the whole process of my case was draining His team never knew what was going on with my case I constantly got told they would call me b...ack for over a year! and even now 2 years later I asked to get a simple cover letter , and I’ve been calling every week for over a month now, someone finally contacts me today and wants to charge me $ just to email me a cover letter about the case they represented me on! Which is fine -No worries last time I ever recommend or reach out to this law firm.

Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly unsatisfied with “the best law firm in west Texas!”

The down payment was more than ideal in our situation, but communication was only available during business hours and not 24/7 as advertised. Communication was hit or miss and we spoke directly to russel Lorfing and he straight lied to us about an offer that was never on the table and also said he co...uld win our case if we took it to trial, but in order for this to happen they would need us to motivate them with finances. We came out of pocket another $1000 and then they withdrew from our case. Highly disappointed with our experience. So much for “best law firm in west Texas.”

Posted by Jeremy | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Greatest Attorney!

The team at Keith & Lorfing are amazing and will help you come out on top of any case with experience and professionalism. They are pro-active and handle everything fast, so all the hard work and battles of the case will be done without you knowing. Which was great for me, I didn't stress about my ...case because it was taken off my mind once in the hands of this great team. I didn't have the best life situation but Russell worked with me and invited me into the family to ultimately help me out during a time of need. Thanks Keith & Lorfing for all the help and service you provide!

Posted by Ericka | July 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you!

The way Mr. Lorfing helped me with my husbands Jesse case went above and beyond. He was there to walk me thru the entire process, and any concern I had he always explained it very well to me. Of course there is only so much that a lawyer can do when things aren't t always the way the are suppose to ...be but, the results we got were tremendously great considering what could have been. So if you need a lawyer that is not only going to take your side but also go the extra mile, he is it! Thanks again Mr. Lorfing!

Posted by Ann & Aaron | June 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Absolute best Law FIrm

I really can’t put into words how great this law firm is and what they did for our family!!!! From day 1 when I called there office and needed advice really quickly, like that day within 3 hours, they didn’t just say let me take a message and call you back, she called Russell when he wasn’t even in ...the office he was actually at the airport about to board a plan. She told him what was going on and he took the time to call us and speak with us about what was going on and told us what to do for that day and he would call us later since he had to get on his flight. This was a Friday, he called us on Saturday to discuss what was going on in more detail and he was so nice and understanding. It felt great that he made us feel important to call us on a Saturday and really wanted to help. So we set up a day for us to go meet him in person and speak about everything again and it was nice that he didn’t hold back, he told us that things will get worse before it gets better. Let me tell you it definitely got worse before it got better but he was there for every bit of it!! Then we got to meet Chris Solis and he was helping break down everything to get ready for us to go to trial and he put everything into it . Now when it came to trail these two guys were amazing, they are worth more than we paid them. Seeing them in action was crazy to watch, they treated us like family and it showed in court that they were fighting for there family. They put 210% into what they do and I would recommend them over and over. I just wish I can say more but like I said words don’t do these guys justice. Thank you Russell Lorfing and Chris Solis for everything you both did for our family!!!

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Russell Henry Thomas Lorfing's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Strickland

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

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."

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Kristen Ayers

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Russell is experienced, intelligent, and caring. He is very passionate about representing his clients and going the extra mile."

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Derron Parks

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

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."

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Brian Poe

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

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!"

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Jason Goss

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 03

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."

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Dax Pueschel

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

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."

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Yuri Nielsen

Litigation lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A skilled Attorney and highly respected member of the legal community."

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Robert House

Appeals lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Strickland

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kristen Ayers

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Guinn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rick Cofer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Ramirez

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Chad Van Brunt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Catherine Deist

Military law lawyer

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Kevin Willhelm

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Goss

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Poe

Federal crime lawyer

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Dax Pueschel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Wood

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Javier Rocha

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best Lawyers in Abilene - 2023, Community Votes

2023

Best Motor Vehicle Crash attorney in Abilene, Expertise.com

2022

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2021

Avvo's 2021 Client Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Prosecutor Achievement and Accomplishment Award, Federal Bureau of Investigation; Lubbock Division

2020

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Designated at Cyber Hacking and Intellectual Property Attorney, United States Department of Justice

2016

Prosecutor Accomplishment Award, Custom and Border Prosecution

2015

Chief's Investigative Excellence Award, Internal Revenue Service

2009

Law Alumnus Award, St. Mary's Alumni Association

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Managing Partner, The Keith & Lorfing Law Firm, PLLC

2014 - 2020

Assistant United States Attorney, United States Department of Justice

2012 - 2014

Associate, Brock Guerra Strandmo Dimaline Jones, P.C.

2010 - 2012

Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk, Texas Court Of Appeals

Associations

2020 - Present

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

2016 - Present

Lubbock County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Texas State Bar

Member

2012 - 2014

San Antonio Young Lawyers Association

Director

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Dennis Hagan (1:08-CR-0058-H)

Case dismissed in the interest of justice

United States v. Strakele (1:22-CR-071-H)

Caes dismissed in the interest of justice

State of Texas v. JFF, a minor

NOT GUILTY

State of Texas v. Rusty Thompson (Cause # 012253) - Jones County

Not Guilty

United States v. Glisson (1:20-CR-069-H)

Case dismissed based on a 5th Amendment violation

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Education

2009

St. Mary's University

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

2024 Prairie Dog Conference, Lubbock Texas

Busted by the Feds: Prosecuting and Defending Federal Criminal Cases

2023

Midland Bar Luncheon

Do Better: How to Win Cases, Make Millions, and Grow Your Practice

2020

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children law enforcement training - 2 hours - guest lecture

Why Meta Matters

2019

West Texas Banker's Working Group quarterly meeting - 45 minutes - guest lecture

Get Rich Quick: A Banker's Guide to Money Laundering

2019

Monthly Luncheon - 20 minutes - guest lecture

Digital Sex Crimes in the Age of Millennials: Cyber Stalking, Sextortion, and Revenge Porn

2019

Annual Meeting- 60 minutes - guest lecture

You Never Saw it Coming: Identity Theft and the Dark Web

2019

Annual CLE - 60 minute presentation - guest lecture

The New and Improved Search Warrant for the Digital World

Languages

Spanish

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