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Houston Has 2711 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 18691 Reviews

The Pastrano Law Firm, P.C.
202 Travis Street., Suite. 307, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "In February 2012, our son was arrested on a felony theft charge. When our attorney unexpectedly passed away in August, Chevo took over our son's case at no additional cost to us. At our initial meeting, Chevo spent a great deal of time with us, ad..."

Rating: 8.5

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The Law Office of Jason Luong, PLLC
1004 Prairie, Suite 200, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

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

Bio: Jason Luong, a distinguished criminal defense attorney in Houston, Texas, is renowned for his unique blend of experience as a former criminal district court judge and Harris County prosecutor. His in-depth understanding of the criminal justice sys...

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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Billy Skinner & Associates
712 Main Street, Suite 2450, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: When you need a tough defender on your side, you can count on Attorney Billy Skinner to fight for you every step of the way. For many years, those accused of crimes in and around Houston have called upon Attorney Billy Skinner to help them defend ...

Rating: 8.6

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Serrano Law Firm PLLC
2180 North Loop West #310, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Bio: Sam Serrano also is a Houston Immigration Lawyer and criminal defense attorney. He is the founder and managing attorney of the Serrano Law Firm, PLLC. He is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Texas Young Lawyers Association,...

Rating: 10

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Trichter, Legrand, Houlton & White
420 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: DWI lawyer Aaron White is based in Houston, Texas, and a former Harris County felony and misdemeanor court prosecutor. As a prosecutor, he screened misdemeanors and felonies of all levels, evaluated and prosecuted cases including more than 20 felo...

Rating: 7.5

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The Law Office of Javier O. Martinez, PLLC
712 Main St Ste 2400, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Appeals

Bio: My job is to defend our citizens when their government is trying to take their liberty away.

Rating: 9.0

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Tritico Rainey, PLLC
1523 Yale Street, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more

Bio: L. James Krell graduated with honors (Cum Laude) in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Houston Clear Lake and then attended South Texas College of Law. While at South Texas, Mr. Krell was awarded a Deans Merit Scholarship, ...

Rating: 8.6

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1021 Main St., Suite 1440, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Expungement

Bio: I am a criminal defense lawyer who handles current criminal cases, appellate matters, post-conviction writs, and expunctions/non-disclosures. I have been working in the criminal defense field since 2007. Please contact my office should you need as...

Rating: 7.6

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David Michael Ryan & Associates
6161 Savoy Dr Ste 1116, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, DUI & DWI

Review: "I was supposed to receive 6 years in prison but my lawyer David Ryan got me four years probation best offer ever highly recommend his service and his work"

Rating: 10

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The Powell Firm - Texas Trial Lawyers PLLC
1602 Washington Avenue, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: I am Attorney and Former Judge George Powell, the Founder and Managing Partner of the Powell Firm - Texas Trial Lawyers PLLC. I am a criminal defense and personal injury attorney licensed to practice state law anywhere in Texas; federal law in the...

Rating: 7.3

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Law Offices of George Tyson
2339 University Blvd., 3rd Floor, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I have been recognized by clients, judges, and other lawyers as one on the most persistent and hard working criminal defense attorneys in the state of Texas. I can provide a nuanced understanding of criminal defense law and have a proven track rec...

Rating: 10

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de la Riva & Associates HOUSTON Office
1980 Post Oak Blvd, Ste 1500, Two Post Oak Central, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Car Accidents and more

Bio: Hi. My name is Isabel de la Riva and I hope I get the chance to assist you with your legal need. I have been practicing for over 13 years and throughout that time, I have had the pleasure of meeting many wonderful people going through some terribl...

Rating: 10

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Hernandez Law Office
3663 N. Sam Houston Parkway East, Office 607, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

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

Bio: Jesse spent his first few years after law school practicing criminal defense as an Assistant Public Defender in Laredo, Texas at the prestigious Webb County Public Defender's Office. After several years handling criminal defense on the border, Jes...

Rating: 9.4

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Michael A Lamson PC
11767 Katy Fwy Ste 740, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice

Bio: Michael A. Lamson, is an experienced Houston trial lawyer who has been representing personal injury and criminal defense clients for over 40 years in both state and federal courts. Whether you have issues with a personal injury or wrongful death d...

Rating: 8.8

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The Merchant Law Firm, PC
440 Louisiana St. Ste 200, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection, White Collar Crime and more

Review: "Helping my son with his criminal case & is very helpful and thourough."

Rating: 9.4

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Odom & Davis Criminal Defense Attorneys
440 Louisiana St., Suite 200, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Health Care, Tax and more

Bio: Neal Davis, III has been involved in the criminal justice system for more than twenty years. In the 90's, he was a police officer with the Houston Police Department. As a criminal defense attorney, he has represented clients alleged to have commit...

Rating: 9.9

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Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C.
11767 Katy Freeway, Suite 740, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Bio: Mr. Hefti practices criminal defense at the firm of Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C. He handles criminal defense cases at all levels, everything from misdemeanors to murders. Mr. Hefti handles trials, appeals, and writs of habeas corpus in Texas s...

Rating: 8.7

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Ilionsky Law, PLLC
2011 Leeland St., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: We offer a Smart, Confident, and Comprehensive approach to your legal case. We are driven to obtain favorable and lasting results at an affordable price, while ensuring that you are in full control of your legal matter. Eli Zev “E.Z.” Ilionsky is ...

Rating: 10

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Ghuneim & Montes Law Office, PLLC
3330 Hillcroft #R, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Real Estate and more

Bio: Matthew Montes is a versatile attorney with experience in a wide range of practice fields and jurisdictions throughout the State of Texas. A native of El Paso, Texas, Attorney Montes grew up in a multic-cultural environment where he gained an appr...

Rating: 8.8

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Horak Law
5300 Memorial Dr #750 A, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Matt Horak is a Board Certified Texas attorney with more than 23 years of experience representing clients in high-stakes family law and criminal defense matters. He has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer for 2025 and 2026. Matt represents ind...

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Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyers

Houston Has 2711 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 18691 Reviews

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David Michael Ryan

George Leroy Powell

George Hart Tyson

Isabel Cristina De La Riva

Jesse Hernandez

Michael A. Lamson

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Neal Davis

Matthew J. Hefti

E.Z. Ilionsky

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