Top Rated Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers

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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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Luis was friendly, nonjudgmental with regard to the charges against me, and communicated clearly with me about my options. He has a good working relationship with the other members of the local justice system and has a long standing, good reputati..."

Rating: 8.8

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "From the first day I consulted with her, Liz Rogers improved every aspect of my interaction with the criminal justice system. She is knowledgeable regarding Texas law and the workings of the system in and around Alpine, and at every stage of the p..."

Rating: 9.2

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

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

Bio: Paul F. Tu has been continuously selected as a Texas Super Lawyer, since 2018 by Texas Monthly and a Rising Star for 2013, ‘14, ‘15, '16 and ‘17 in the areas of criminal defense and DWI defense. Mr. Tu is currently a board member for the Texas Cri...

Rating: 10

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

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

Bio: Emily Shelton is a seventh generation Texan. After getting her Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice at Texas State University, she graduated for the University of Houston Law Center. Since that time, she has handled over a thousand cases. Emily Shelton ...

Rating: 8.2

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Consumer Protection and more

Bio: Allen A. Woodward, Esq. brings over a decade of experience as a tax consultant, having worked with a range of clients from small and mid-sized companies to international conglomerates with multi-billion-dollar average annual gross receipts. His pr...

Rating: 7.7

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion

Bio: Featured in CBS's 48 Hours Mystery, "Redemption Song."

Rating: 9.5

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

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

Bio: Mr. Froelich is a graduate from Southwestern University and received his Juris Doctorate at St. Mary’s School of Law. Andrew is President Elect for SAYLA (San Antonio Young Lawyers Association) and is a member of the San Antonio Criminal Defense L...

Rating: 8.9

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Kyle was born in Houston in 1964. He was raised in Longview, Texas and graduated from Pine Tree High School in 1983. Mr. Shaw attended college at Stephen F. Austin State University and graduated from the University of North Texas with a bachelor o...

Rating: 9.3

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: From NFL players to the homeless, I've proudly defended people from all walks of life. My trial experience includes both felony and misdemeanor level cases with Not Guilty verdicts being received in a wide range of charges, including Murder, DWI, ...

Rating: 9.0

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

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

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Rating: 10

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: I am a zeolous advocate for each of my clients. My practice areas include divorce, family law, and criminal top priority is advocating for my client to the very end. I believe in exceeding my client's expectations by keeping an open line of commun...

Rating: 8.4

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

Bio: I have practiced criminal law in San Antonio and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. I like what I do. I believe every person deserves a zealous defense. It doesn't matter to me if you are innocent, guilty, or somewhere in between. It is my g...

Rating: 8.4

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Probate and more

Bio: COURTS OF ADMITTANCE Federal:US Supreme Court US Court of Federal Claims US Court of International Trade US Tax Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court

Rating: 8.7

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Ethics & Professional Responsibility and more

Bio: I have two goals when I accept a case. Obtain a positive result, and keep expenses down. I'd rather have an easy, friendly and inexpensive case, than a long-nasty, stressful, battle. but sometimes you just have to stand your ground. Rockport - Cor...

Rating: 10

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Expungement

Review: "Great attorney. Everything was handled eficiently and timely. Charges dismissed :)"

Rating: 8.1

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

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

Bio: Federal Criminal Defense If you are a target of a federal criminal investigation it is imperative you contact our office immediately. Federal criminal cases are very time-sensitive and must be handled by a lawyer who is experienced in dealing with...

Rating: 10

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury

Bio: I grew up in Houston and attended Memorial High School before joining the United States Marine Corps. While enlisted I received my bachelor’s degree from Chapman University in California. After being Honorably Discharged, I returned to Houston and...

Rating: 9.0

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