Miguel Eugenio Najera

Miguel Eugenio Najera

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

All Crimes, Felonies and Misdemeanors, State and Federal

50%

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Licensed in Texas for 27 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1998

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Edith | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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... very helpful to answer any questions regardless of the time of the day. Mr. Najera will always put your needs first as a client. I was very impressed by his professionalism and experience. There is no doubt that I would highly recommend Mr. Najera to my family and friends with any legal issues. Thank you, Mr. Najera.

Posted by Horace | November 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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...f miles gathering evidence, talking to witnesses, and following leads to prove our innocence. He always answered our questions and listened to what we had to say, and gave us encouragement when we felt things were hopeless at times. He became more to our family than just our attorney. We all consider him family to this day. If anyone needs an attorney that will go to the mat and fight for them, then Miguel Najera is the one you need.

Posted by Debi | November 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Justin and Horace Ringer Jr. Trials

I hired Miguel Najera to represent my sons, that had both been wrongfully accused, for murder. He worked on this case diligently for over a year and a half before it finally went to trial. Even though he had other clients and cases going on during that time, he always made us feel like we were his f...irst priority. He always took my calls and answered my texts and emails. He listened to what I and my sons had to say and answered our questions, and followed through with leads and other information we gave him. He never left a stone unturned to prove their innocence. He spent endless hours on their cases, and drove a lot of miles to check out leads to prove them innocent. He was empathetic and had a lot of patience with me during their incarceration, especially when I didn't think things were going right and I would have a minor melt down. He showed all of us great compassion and kindness, and never let us give up. He was amazing in the courtroom during their trial. He made some of the state's witnesses squirm in their seats and stutter when they had to answer his questions. They didn't know what hit them when he got up there. My sons were both found not guilty and acquitted on all charges. I don't think we would have had the same outcome if we hadn't had him for a lawyer. During all of the time they were in jail, we came to consider him family, and still do to this day. He still helps me out if I have a legal question I need help with, and calls me occasionally, just to see how everyone in the family is doing. He is a Godsend. He is an excellent attorney, and I highly recommend him to anyone needing a criminal lawyer. He's the best!

Posted by Michele | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Helped my kid in San Antonio while going to College

I called Miguel off the internet. I didn't know him & he didn't know me, but with that first phone call I felt comfortable leaving my kid in his hands. He took care of everything and I never had to go to San Antonio from Dallas. He didn't hand us off to staff. He took care of everything himself. ... He's trustworthy, kind, professional and knowledgeable. Handled all the deadlines and took total care of my son. I'm forever grateful to Miguel and would recommend him to all. He'll take care of you!

Posted by Corrina | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Wonderful attorney

Miguel Najera is an excellent attorney. He was hired during lunch hours on a Tuesday for my father in laws case for an MTRP DWI. Communicated with all of the family from El Paso, Tx and Denver and my father in law was out by Wednesday night and back to his family in El Paso, Tx. I really recommend Mr.... Miguel Najera to anyone who needs an attorney in the San Antonio area, he did an amazing job in the case. Actually got the case closed and probation was dismissed. All the family was very happy with the outcome and happy to have him home once again. On another note, these charges were from fifteen years ago which actually surprised me it would still show up in the system.

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Miguel Eugenio Najera's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Miguel Dilley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Miguel is a brilliant lawyer."

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James Ishimoto

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Andrew Preece

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Joseph Esparza

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Brian Powers

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Stephen Rutherford

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Christian Henricksen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Miguel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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Robert Hernandez

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Deepali Walters

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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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John Anderson

Personal injury lawyer

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James Ishimoto

Criminal defense lawyer

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Derek Hilley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Hoelscher

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Esparza

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Molina

Criminal defense lawyer

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Miguel Dilley

Personal injury lawyer

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Andrew Preece

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Rutherford

Unknown lawyer

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Brian Powers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christian Henricksen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Deepali Walters

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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

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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

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