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Houston Has 2704 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 18488 Reviews

Vinas & Graham, PLLC
405 Main St., Suite 950, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "I recently hired Mr Vinas to handle my criminal defense on the two cases listed above. During the process he was always respectful and treated me with dignity. He was on top of the case at all times and was actually able to have both cases dismiss..."

Rating: 10

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713 Law Firm
1523 Yale St, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I will remember this event and Franklin's work on my behalf as long as I live. I cannot say enough...I faced losing everything and can now go back to a normal life. Cheers to Franklin!!"

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Houston, TX

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Walker & Taylor, PLLC
17225 El Camino Real, Suite 310, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Government and more

Bio: Richard D. Hayes, II is a former senior felony prosecutor with extensive criminal trial experience. Apart from the unique legal issues of each case, Richard understands that each client is a responsibility and a privilege. As a trial attorney, Ric...

Rating: 10

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Lewis Thomas
4550 Post Oak Place Dr., Suite 118, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime

Bio: A full service criminal defense firm. With experience, knowledge, and tenacity, Lewis Thomas Law can help you with state or federal charges. Lewis Thomas recognizes that you need someone who has experience with your situation. Lewis has the knowle...

Rating: 9.3

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Murphy & McKinney Law Firm, P.C.
902 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more

Bio: “Drinking Driver’s Best Friend” - Houston Press. DWI and Criminal Law Board Certified Specialist, awarded as Best Lawyers in Amercia, and Texas Super Lawyer. Nationally recognized legal seminar lecturer, and author of numerous published legal arti...

Rating: 10

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Drumheller, Hollingsworth & Monthy, LLP
712 Main Street, Suite 1705, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation

Bio: Please visit my website at to learn more about my background and experience.

Rating: 9.9

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Lynn Messer, P.C.--Attorney at Law
24 Greenway Plaza., Suite 1800, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

Bio: Historically I have handled family law cases including divorce; custody; adoptions; termination of parental rights; name changes; modifications of child support and custody; pre-nuptual agreements; post-nuptual agreements; parenting plans. I also ...

Rating: 10

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533 Studewood St., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: As a native Texan, Attorney Kelly D. Benavides understands the challenges faced by the state’s drivers. With over 20 years of experience, a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, and a long list of satisfied clients, she has earned a reputation as the Houston t...

Rating: 9.9

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Vinas & Graham, PLLC
1210 W. Clay, Suite 12, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Joe Vinas has been trying criminal cases for over 15 years. As a former prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Joe Vinas has tried over 100 criminal cases including Capital Murder, Murder, Aggravated Robbery, Drug Crimes, DW...

Rating: 10

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Law Office of Drew Prisner
1916 Baldwin Street, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: My name is Drew Prisner, and I am an attorney licensed by the State of Texas. My legal practice consists of defending people who have been charged with a criminal offense. I have experience practicing law in the criminal courts of several Texas Co...

Rating: 10

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Law Office of Jonas L. Hunter, Jr.
440 Louisiana St Ste 900, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Violent Crime

Bio: I have over 31 years of experience in representing defendants in adult criminal cases. I have extensive experience in cases ranging from 1st degree felonies to class B misdemeanors. Also, I have handled several cases being decided by jury trials. ...

Rating: 9.6

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Law Office of Kyle Verret PLLC
One Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Meetings by appointment only, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Family and more

Review: "Kyle Verret was excellent in all the above categories. He went beyond my expectations. His patience and explanations of the standings and processes were very clear. He did not try to influence the decisions, even though there were options that wou..."

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C.L. Swisher Legal Group
700 Milam St, Suite 1300, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

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Rating: 6.7

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The Law Office of Chelsi R. Martin, PLLC.
1302 Waugh Dr., Suite 811, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Skilled Attorney in Criminal, Injury and Civil Matters

Rating: 7.3

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The Law Offices of Ned Barnett
8441 Gulf Fwy, Ste 210, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI

Bio: Houston sex crimes lawyer Ned Barnett has nearly thirty years of experience representing clients throughout the Houston area. His extensive legal knowledge comes from his unique blend of experience as both a state and federal prosecutor and crimin...

Rating: 10

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Shellist Peebles McAlister LLP
601 Sawyer Street, Suite 750, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Appeals and more

Bio: I am committed to protecting your rights. I'm an experienced lawyer, former prosecutor, and former peace officer. I've handled cases from the lowest level trial courts to the United States Supreme Court. Even though my cases can be complex, howeve...

Rating: 9.8

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Thomas A. Martin, Attorney at Law
917 Franklin, Suite 500, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime and more

Bio: We know that legal action can sometimes be overwhelming. We are dedicated to providing you help in language that you can understand. If you don't feel like you understand your options, just ask, and we will work to find an explanation that works f...

Rating: 8.3

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Kurt S. Hopke, Attorney At Law
2200 N Loop W, Suite 304, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Former prosecutor, now a hardcore criminal defense lawyer representing clients in San Antonio, Austin, Houston and surrounding areas. Father of seven.

Rating: 8.7

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Sheldon Weisfeld PC
3714 Audubon Pl, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 55 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: As a criminal attorney, I have the privilege of intersecting with people at the most vulnerable time of their life; with a world behind the actions that brought them to our meeting in the first place. It is here that I endeavor to hear their story...

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The Law Office of John Shannon Davis
2414 Terry Street, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Military Law

Bio: I have been licensed to practice law in the state of Texas since 1998 and in Military Courts since 2002. I practice in Houston, Harris County, Texas and its nearby counties as well as courts-martial wherever they may be held. I served the citizens...

Rating: 9.5

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