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Showing 46 - 50 of 52 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by HERBERT | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Delivered an incredible victory!

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!

Posted by Angela | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Incredible Attorney

I was a victim of cyberstalking in Lubbock County. Russell Lorfing was the prosecutor on my case. I can't put into words the level of excellence Mr. Lorfing is. Not only is he very knowledgeable about the law, but he also was very sincere and understanding about my emotional state. I honestly could ...not have gotten thru this ordeal without him. Mr. Lorfing gave 110% throughout my entire case. I have the utmost respect for this man.

Russell Lorfing

Replied last February 09, 2021

In all my years serving as a federal prosecutor, I've never met anyone quite like you Angela. You will forever have a special place in my heart and will always serve as a reminder of what true bravery looks like. To this day, I tell my clients who are afraid to testify about the day you walked into federal court and courageously took the stand to confront your abuser. Bravo my friend.

Posted by Javier | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Fantastic attorney

Russell's experience as a prosectuor and defense counsel in both civil and criminal law have made him an excellent attorney. Both judges and juries love him, and he knows the law backwards and forwards. If I have a legal issue in the Big Country, he is my first call.

Russell Lorfing

Replied last February 09, 2021

I appreciate the vote of confidence Javier. I always strive to represent my clients to the best of my ability.

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2021

If you need legal help, there’s not a better Lawyer in Abilene

I was looking at a really long time in federal prison and Russell was able to get me cleared of my charges through his expansive knowledge of both sides of the prosecuting and defensive sides of the law. If you’re considering a lawyer in the Abilene area I can’t recommend him enough. Great lawyer and... good man. Treats you with respect and tells you straight. I can’t thank him enough for giving me a second chance and giving me my life back. Thanks Russell and good luck in Abilene.

Russell Lorfing

Replied last February 09, 2021

Your case will always stick with me. I'll never forget meeting you and seeing that look of despair in your eyes. You were facing life in prison for a crime you didn't commit. I admit it seemed fairly hopeless from my perspective too. Anytime the United States government charges you with serious felony charges, the odds are stacked against you. Last I checked, 97% of federal cases end in a conviction. I am so incredibly happy you are in the 3% that escaped a federal conviction. We went toe-to-toe with the feds and WON. It is certainly rare to have a federal case dismissed entirely but we accomplished the impossible because you were courageous in the face of adversity and because our firm didn't back down and took the time to review every nook and cranny of your case. Thank God we did.

Posted by kristin | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

A Better future!

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.

Russell Lorfing

Replied last February 09, 2021

Kristin, Thank you for wonderful review and the kind words. Anthony has been one of my favorite clients and I am so grateful I was able to negotiate a deal that gets him back to his family ten years earlier than the government wanted. You have a beautiful family and I can't wait to hear how your family thrives once Anthony is back home where he belongs.

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