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Miguel Eugenio Najera
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Biography
I am a native Texan, born in Laredo then moving to San Antonio attending college at Trinity University. During my time in law school I assisted attorneys working large personal injury cases and fighting civil rights violations. I was hired at the Bexar County District Attorney's office and quickly became a rising star. Reaching first chair status faster than any other attorney in the office at the time. While in the District Attorney's Office I was able to hold many positions. including being cheif of the computer crimes unit, a lead prosecutor in the white-collar crime and corruption unit, and the lead prosecutor in both the 379th and 437th District Courts. During this time I was able to get well aquainted with all aspects of criminal law while becoming a seasoned trial attorney.
After leaving the office I decided to use my wealth of criminal law experience and become a defense attorney. I enjoy the practice of law and feel privileged to help out people in need, and proud to defend their rights.
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Licensed in Texas for 27 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
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Miguel Eugenio Najera's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 32 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome Lawyer
Provided guidance throughout the process of case, very thorough and felt comfortable discussing the case with him as well.
Posted by Aaron | March 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
Miguel was a wonderful attorney and assisted with my many needs during a difficult time. He is knowledgeable, responsive, reasonable and easy to work with. I highly recommend using Miguel!
Posted by Edith | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney, Knowledgeable and Pleasant
Our family met Mr. Najera during a difficult time in our life with our son's case. Despite that he was picking up the pieces due to my son's appointed attorney was facing serious health issues at the time, he did an EXCELLENT job!! The most important fact is that he always was/has been available and...
Posted by JAYNE | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Atty Miguel Najera
After consulting several attorneys, I decided to hire Mr. Najera, based on his knowledge and experience. He defended me with confidence and was able to get me my life back! He was an attentive atty who always answered my calls and gave me updates. I feel grateful to have had him on my side!
Posted by Horace | November 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorney
Four years ago, my brother and I we're arrested and wrongfully charged with murder, and then spent a year and a half in jail before we went to trial. Fortunately we we're found not guilty and acquitted on all charges, thanks to Miguel Najera. He worked hard on our case for months and put in a lot o...
Miguel Eugenio Najera's Lawyer Endorsements
"Miguel is detailed, thorough, and committed. He cares about his clients and his cases, and it shows. An experienced criminal litigator who always finds a way."
"Miguel is a brilliant lawyer."
"I highly recommend this lawyer. I have known Mr. Najera for almost twenty years as both a former prosecutor and a defense attorney. He has always displayed a comprehensive knowledge of the law and a willingness to fight for his clients."
"I have worked both with Mr. Najera as co-counsel and against Mr. Najera as a former prosecutor on many criminal matters. He has always displayed a full knowledge of the law and a willingness to fight for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer I have known Miguel for years and we worked against each other on a few big cases back when he was a prosecutor. At all times during our interactions, he was always professional, reasonable, and fair. I am gratified to see that he brings those same qualities, as well as his knowledge of the law, to his criminal defense work as well. He is a good lawyer who serves his clients well."
"I can not recommend an attorney more highly than Miguel. I have known him for years as both a prosecutor and then as a defense attorney. In both roles, he was the consummate professional. His knowledge of the law and his kindness to all make him a true friend as well as a peer. Any person in need would be fortunate to have Miguel on their side."
"I PROUDLY endorse this lawyer. I have seen Mr. Najera in action. His trial skills are unparalleled and his knowledge of the law is deep. Miguel Najera is THE lawyer you want on your side!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Miguel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Najera are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos."
"It is clear by reading Mr. Najera's answers that he is knowledgeable and articulate. He is experienced and interested in helping those that are in need. We need more lawyers like him in the community."
"I've known Mr. Najera for over a decade. He's smart and fair and a hard worker. As a prosecutor, he was well-respected by colleagues on both sides of the bar and judges alike, and I have every confidence that he brings the same zealous advocacy to his work as a defense attorney. I do not hesitate to recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine
2012
Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine
2007
Speaker Award, State Bar of Texas
2006
Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine
2006
Speaker Award, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
2005
Speaker Award, National District Attorneys Association
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Associate Judge, Bexar County Criminal District Courts
2014 - Present
Lead Attorney, Law Offices of Miguel Najera
1999 - 2014
Assistant District Attorney, Bexar County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
San Antonio Bar Association
2013 - Present
San Antonio Federal Bar Association
2002 - 2008
Computer Crimes Working Group for San Antonio Metro Area
2001 - 2006
San Antonio Immigration Task Force
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Horace and Justin Ringer
Both Clients found NOT GUILTY on MURDER charges
Education
1998
St. Marys University School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1997
University of Innsbruck, Austria
1994
Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2007
State Bar of Texas
Computer Crimes
2006
San Antonio Child Abuse Conferrence
Computer Crimes Against Children
2005
National District Attorneys Association
Computer Crimes
2005
42nd Annual Criminal Law Institute
Entice and Roll the Dice
2004
Legislative Update
Evidence Update
2001
Criminal and Civil Law Updates
Evidence Case law update
Publications
2006
State Bar of Texas
Prosecuting Online Cases
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What does that mean Projected Release Date???
15 Jul 2014
Q&A
Shouldn't a defense attorney always cross examine a plaintiff in the course of a trial ?
03 Apr 2014
Q&A
I was changing a flat tire in a private parking lot and got arrested for not giving my DL. Can he even ask me for it
30 Mar 2014