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    Joaquin Jimenez

    Joaquin Jimenez

    4.85 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "Great lawyer, very knowledgeable on the subject matter that pertained to my case. I contacted Mr. Jimenez after I was mistakenly accused of a matter concerning my University social orginaization. He was very patient and took the time to properly p..."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Jill Lansden

    Jill Lansden

    5.021 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    Bio: Criminal defense attorney with a practice focusing on all crimes committed in Texas at the State and Federal level.Experienced trial attorney. Over 45 jury trials in misdemeanor and felony courts in Harris County. Numerous dispositions in criminal...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Ian Robert Holmes

    Ian Robert Holmes

    5.09 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: I enjoy exercising, cooking and cheering on my Longhorns when not practicing law.
    Rating:  8.4
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    James Warner Huggler

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    James Warner Huggler

    1.01 review
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: I am board certified in criminal law and criminal appellate law and focus my practice on the defense of citizens accused of criminal conduct. I am experienced in the defense of all criminal cases, from simple misdemeanors to complex felony offense...
    Rating:  10
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    Charles Matthew Shanks

    Charles Matthew Shanks

    5.04 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Domestic Violence and more
    Review: "My lawyer was the one calling me every other day to update me on my case. He got me the time served just as I wanted. He did all this while being my public defender. This guy is driven"
    Rating:  8.8
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    Channing Colleen Neary

    Channing Colleen Neary

    5.05 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Administrative Law
    Review: "After getting in lots of trouble, I decided on Channing to help me. Best decision ever. Incredibly capable, knowledgeable and intuitive. Whatever "it" is, she has it. She absolutely saved my life. Highly recommended!"
    Rating:  8.4
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    Samuel Serrano

    Samuel Serrano

    5.012 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    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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    Javier Martin Garcia

    Javier Martin Garcia

    4.98 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: As a former San Antonio Police Officer, Javier Garcia is an attorney with insight and experience to understand and navigate the criminal justice system. Mr. Garcia attended Thurgood Marshall Law School of Texas Southern University, graduating in M...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Matthew Patrick Horak

    Matthew Patrick Horak

    5.029 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 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...
    Rating:  10
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    Carlos Andres Garcia

    Carlos Andres Garcia

    5.022 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: BOARD CERTIFIED - TEXAS, Criminal Law Litigated Cases In: New York - Federal District Court Georgia - Federal District Court Alabama - Federal District Court Tennesse - Federal District Court Iowa - Federal District Court Ohio, Federal District Co...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Rosendo Ross Torres

    Rosendo Ross Torres

    5.06 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "For my first case I'm glad i chose ross torres. First off he was very welcoming and understanding. He shed more knowledge on my situation and i honestly felt he was doing his best to find out my solution. He took the time to understand me not only..."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Adam W. Capetillo

    Adam W. Capetillo

    5.015 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Sugar Land criminal defense attorney Adam Capetillo is skilled in the practice of criminal law. Backed by years of experience, he has a comprehensive understanding of Texas criminal law. He and his team can effectively guide you throughout the ent...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Dena Fisher

    Dena Fisher

    5.03 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "She is the best lawyer in Houston. She worked my case and got a better deal than I asked for. You are blessed to have her as your attorney."
    Rating:  8.5
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    Victor Varga Ghaemmaghami

    Victor Varga Ghaemmaghami

    5.023 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I want to thank you for being so attentive and caring; you recently helped me through a difficult DUI case. Your customer service is excellent and you were always there to answer all my questions, I couldn't be more pleased with the way you handle..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Raymond Mark Hindieh

    Raymond Mark Hindieh

    4.04 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Ray Hindieh attended Tulane University Law School, where he received a J.D. in 2011. His Bachelors of Arts was awarded at Hofstra University, from which he graduated in 2008. Upon his graduation from Tulane, Ray served as an Assistant District Att...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Christopher D. Cavazos

    Christopher D. Cavazos

    3.34 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Christopher D. Cavazos boasts over 15 years of legal practice in the San Antonio area, advocating for clients with dedication and passion. After earning his B.A. in Government from the University of Texas and his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s Sc...
    Rating:  10
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    David L. Pendleton

    David L. Pendleton

    4.85 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    Review: "I highly reccomend dave, he did a wonderful job and was straightfoward. He got my cases dismissed which were Murder/retaliation. Just absoluetley amazing. If you need a lawyer David pendleton is your best bet."
    Rating:  8.5
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    Thomas G. Pappas

    Thomas G. Pappas

    2.49 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "after sorting through a few referrals i selected Tom for my DWI charge and was very pleased with the results. he was hands-on throughout the process and was able to prevent my license from being suspended in addition to winning the case itself. th..."
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    Shawn Trafford Storey

    Shawn Trafford Storey

    4.839 reviews
    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Before becoming an attorney, I was an adult probation officer and worked in a Texas prison. One of my degrees is in psychology which led to my license as a chemical dependancy counselor, or LCDC. I also worked for the Texas mental health departmen...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Kenneth W. Mullen

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    Kenneth W. Mullen

    5.010 reviews
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    Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Charged with a crime? Does a Detective just want to talk? Call Kenneth W Mullen PC FREE CONSULT
    Rating:  10
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