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About Jeffrey
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
31 years | 2,000 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
31 years | 500 cases
Juvenile Law
10%
31 years | 1,500 cases
Wills and Living Wills
5%
31 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 30 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1995
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Jeffrey Brian Richter's Reviews
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Posted by Sabih | April 03, 2015
Jeff Richter - A True Passionate Lawyer
Jeff has been a great service for his clients. If you want someone who works hard for you and gets things done, give Jeff a call. His experience makes him well informed of which avenue to take to fight for you and save you. Nonetheless, if you need a lawyer who performs at the best performance, choos...
Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent representation
From the initial consultation to the last hearing, Jeff was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had about my case. He followed through with everything he said he would do and I'm pleased to say his diligence paid off. I'm glad I had Jeff as my attorney, because he did an excellent ...
Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Attorny to work with
Great lower to get along with. Had a plan from the start and kept on it until a deal was made beyond what we were even hoping for. He kept me updated and informed about what was going on the whole time.
Posted by Chris | April 12, 2013 | Expungement
Highly Recommended
Jeff is a very responsive and knowledgeable attorney that helped me understand my options for handling my case with the best possible outcome, so I can finally put my past mistakes behind me and move on with my life... Highly recommended.
Posted by Dallas | May 28, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Professional
Working with Jeff on my case was a very comfortable experience. He was very clear in explaining my options to me and how we could best handle my situation. I felt confident that Jeff got me the best possible outcome for my scenario. He was always very easy to reach and answered all my questions to my...
Jeffrey Richter
Replied last May 30, 2012Thank you for trusting me with this important matter, Dallas! I'm glad that we were able to get the best outcome for you. - Jeff
Jeffrey Brian Richter's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is a wonderful human being. I can't say enough about him. If you want ethical tough representation Jeff is your guy. He is highly conscientious, organized and effficient. Can't say enough about him."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Richter fights to win. He cares about his clients, and understands how to help them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Richter is a respected member of the legal community."
"I endorse Jeffrey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the opportunity to work with Mr.Richter on several legal matters. As a family lawyer I encounter clients who, at times need the assistance of a criminal defense lawyer. I've found Mr.Richter to be highly knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense as well as highly effective in court."
"Jeff is an excellent lawyer. He is personable, and always dedicated to zealously representing his clients."
John Nix
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Experience
Honors
2014
College of the State Bar of Texas, State Bar of Texas
2013
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
1995
Dean's List, Texas Tech University School of Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Judge, City of Frisco Municipal Court
1999 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Jeff B. Richter
2013 - 2018
Deputy City Attorney, City of Frisco, Texas
1996 - 1999
Assistant District Attorney, Collin County Criminal District Attorney's Office
1994 - 1995
Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of Texas
1994 - 1994
Law Clerk, Wichita County Criminal District Attorney's Office
1994 - 1995
Juvenile Prosecution Unit Law Clerk, Lubbock County Criminal District Attorneys Office
Associations
2015 - Present
American Bar Association
State Bar of Texas, Juvenile Law Section
State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Texas DWI Defenders Group
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas v. A.H. (Unauthorized Use of A Vehicle)
Not Guilty - Trial
State of Texas v. M.T. (Assault)
Not Guilty - Trial
State of Texas v. J.E. (Possession of Marihuana)
Dismissal
State of Texas v. M.D. (Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon)
Motion to Adjudicate Denied (Continued on Deferred Adjudication)
State of Texas v. M.J.
Dismissal
State of Texas v. Z.W.
Dismissal
State of Texas v. A.W. - Trial of Class A Poss. of Marihuana
Not Guilty - Trial
State of Texas v. Z.B.
Client is now able to obtain a nondisclosure order that will seal his records.
State of Texas v. D.J.
Negotiated a plea to a lesser included offense; nondisclosure of records achieved, will expunge records when statue of limitations expires.
State of Texas v. N.U. - Theft $1,500 to $20,000
Not Guilty - Jury Trial
State of Texas v. Thomas V. - Assault/Family Violence
Not Guilty - Jury Trial
State of Texas v. K.A. - DWI
Not Guilty - Jury Trial
State of Texas v. C. G. - Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
Not Guilty - Trial Before the Court
Education
1995
Texas Tech University
Speaking Engagements
2022
West Frisco YMSL Career Fair Panel
Law (Panelist)
2013
Snap Legal Software Family Law seminar
"When Worlds Collide: Strategies for the Intersection of Family Law and Criminal Law cases
Languages
English
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Q&A
I have a Class B misdemeanor and this is my first offense....what can I expect?
29 Jul 2013
Q&A
Does everyone have the right to be represented by a public defender if they do not have money for a Private Attorney?
01 Jul 2013
Q&A
Need to file motion to discharge & dismiss a 12 y/o misdemeanor-B in Collin County (completed deferred adjudication probation)
05 Apr 2013