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    Paul Matthew Morgan

    Paul Matthew Morgan

    5.057 reviews
    Paul Morgan Law Office, PLLC
    5100 Westheimer Rd, Suite 200, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: I defend people facing criminal charges anywhere in Texas.
    Rating:  10
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    Joaquin Jimenez

    Joaquin Jimenez

    4.85 reviews
    Law Office of Joaquin Jimenez
    7575 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX
    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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    Grant Matthew Scheiner

    Grant Matthew Scheiner

    4.934 reviews
    Scheiner Law Group, P.C.
    2211 Norfolk Street #735, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Grant Scheiner ranks among the top criminal defense attorneys in Texas. He is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Scheiner and his firm, Scheiner Law Group, P.C., provide outstanding criminal defense in ...
    Rating:  10
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    Eusebio Chevo Pastrano

    Eusebio Chevo Pastrano

    4.711 reviews
    The Pastrano Law Firm, P.C.
    202 Travis Street., Suite. 307, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 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:  8.4
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    Chukwudi Ifeanyi Egbuonu

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    Chukwudi Ifeanyi Egbuonu

    5.05 reviews
    Egbuonu Law
    2202 Ruth Street, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor
    Tough and determined Criminal Defense Attorney. If you've been accused call today for the representation your case deserves. Call today.
    Rating:  9.1
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    Carmen Mae Roe

    Carmen Mae Roe

    5.054 reviews
    Carmen Roe | Law Firm
    1512 Center Street, Suite 430, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Bio: Carmen Roe Law Firm specializes in criminal defense in both state and federal court. We proudly provide individualized, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. As the owner and founder, Carmen Roe, enjoys working hard for the citizen-accused ...
    Rating:  10
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    Mekisha Jane Walker

    Mekisha Jane Walker

    5.0280 reviews
    917 Franklin, Suite 550, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Being contacted by the police can be an intimidating experience for anyone, but when you have been arrested and charged with a crime, your life can change forever. Potential employers, creditors, and even college admission offices can see a crimin...
    Rating:  10
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    Trinidad Zamora

    Trinidad Zamora

    5.0182 reviews
    Zamora Legal Defense
    3010 Engelke Street, Suite 3, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: On this site, people typically find me one of two ways: I direct them here or someone else does. The profile is here for obvious reasons: I want your business. That’s not the question. The question is why I want your business. Moreover, why should...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Javier Osvaldo Martinez

    Javier Osvaldo Martinez

    5.02 reviews
    The Law Office of Javier O. Martinez, PLLC
    712 Main St Ste 2400, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 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:  8.9
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    Dena Fisher

    Dena Fisher

    5.03 reviews
    The Lyric Center, 440 Louisiana, Suite 200, Houston, TX
    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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    Michael M. Nguyen

    Michael M. Nguyen

    5.06 reviews
    Michael Nguyen
    1908 Binz St., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: Michael M. Nguyen is a former prosecutor for Harris County and also Lamar County. No two cases have exactly the same set of facts, prosecutor, or judge. That’s why we approach each case uniquely to achieve results. Our plan will combine trial skil...
    Rating:  8.6
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    José A. Ceja

    José A. Ceja

    5.039 reviews
    Ceja Law Firm | Abogado Criminalista
    2190 N Loop W STE 300, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: I have devoted my career to the practice of criminal law and I am honored to fight for my clients everyday. I began my career as a prosecutor and was quickly promoted to the felony division, prosecuting drug cases. While working as a prosecutor, I...
    Rating:  10
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    Daniel Wayne Simons

    Daniel Wayne Simons

    5.069 reviews
    Dan Simons Law Firm
    14511 Falling Creek Dr Suite 510, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: I am a former Harris County prosecutor that knows the system and has great relationships with many of the Assistant District Attorneys, Judges, and other Defense Attorneys.
    Rating:  8.9
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    Christopher Lee Carlson

    Christopher Lee Carlson

    5.020 reviews
    Law Offices of Christopher L. Carlson
    228 Westheimer, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes
    Bio: Christopher L. Carlson maintains associative relationships with a number of lawyers and expert witnesses to provide a comprehensive legal team for you or your company while maintaining a personal relationship with clients. --- I am a true trial la...
    Rating:  10
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    George Leroy Powell

    George Leroy Powell

    5.0113 reviews
    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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    Jeanie L. Ortiz

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    Jeanie L. Ortiz

    4.823 reviews
    Jeanie Ortiz, Attorney at Law
    1924 Portsmouth Street, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "Passionate, honest, and hard working. Cannot say enough about Mrs. Dickey's work ethics and passion for helping others. In a field where there are so many choices, and who you select to represent you means everything, Mrs. Dickey has proven to be ..."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Matthew David Sharp

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    Matthew David Sharp

    5.02 reviews
    The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp
    1221 Studewood St Ste 110, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime
    Bio: The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp is a criminal law firm with a practice devoted to the defense of criminal charges including felonies and misdemeanors of all stature.
    Rating:  8.7
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    Justin Thomas Surginer

    Justin Thomas Surginer

    5.024 reviews
    Surginer Stewart, PLLC.
    8831 Long Point Rd Ste 401, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: Justin T. Surginer is an experienced criminal defense attorney specializing in Assault Family Member, Assault, DWI, Drug Crimes, Burglary, Criminal Mischief, Expunctions, Fraud and other White Collar crimes in state and federal courts in Houston a...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Mary E. Conn

    Mary E. Conn

    4.735 reviews
    Freedom Law PLLC
    1111 North Loop West, Suite 1180, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime
    Bio: Since 1985, we have been representing individuals accused of crime, fighting the government for the best possible result for each and every individual client. We're dedicated to your freedom. Call us if you have a problem. We will help.
    Rating:  10
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    Matthew Patrick Horak

    Matthew Patrick Horak

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