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    Houston Has 2703 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 18616 Reviews

    Jack Carroll

    Jack Carroll

    5.026 reviews
    Jack B Carroll
    1419 Franklin, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Expungement, Sex Crime
    Bio: I've been practicing criminal defense for 23 years and I'm board certified by the Texas Board of legal specialization in Criminal Defense. I love Criminal Defense and feel lucky to have picked it as the area of law to practice.
    Rating:  9.5
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    Emily William Taylor

    Emily William Taylor

    5.03 reviews
    Walker & Taylor, PLLC
    17225 El Camino Real, Suite 310, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime
    Review: "I was extremely satisfied with my representation. Emily was very knowledgable and guided me every step of the way. I recommend Attorney Emily Taylor without hesitation. Thank you for being the best at what you do!!!!!"
    Rating:  10
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    John Shannon Davis

    John Shannon Davis

    5.018 reviews
    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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    Andreea Ionescu

    Andreea Ionescu

    5.025 reviews
    Law Office of Andreea Ionescu
    1221 Studewood Street, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I am a former Harris County prosecutor with years of experience who will fight for your rights. Being a former prosecutor allowed me to build a set of skills that helps me spot the most difficult of issues in most cases. This is of great advantage...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Leslie A. Cross

    Leslie A. Cross

    5.03 reviews
    Walker & Taylor, PLLC
    17225 El Camino Real, Ste. 310, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Leslie enjoys zealously advocating for her client’s rights. Leslie started her legal career as a prosecutor at the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office. She began working there as an intern in 2012 and ultimately left the DA’s office as a f...
    Rating:  10
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    Franklin Gordon Bynum

    Franklin Gordon Bynum

    5.06 reviews
    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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    Jose R. Garcia

    Jose R. Garcia

    4.930 reviews
    The Joe Garcia Law Firm PLLC
    733 E. 12th 1/2 St., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I am a native Texan. Highly decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, served 5 years with one tour of duty in the First Gulf War receving meritorious promotion in wartime. Baylor U and Baylor Law School graduate. I fight for my clients like I fought fo...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Paula Herring Goodhart

    Paula Herring Goodhart

    5.011 reviews
    Shellist, Peebles & McAlister, L.L.P.
    405 Main St Ste 1050, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Paula Goodhart is a highly respected former criminal court judge, defense attorney and prosecutor. Paula has practiced criminal law for 25 years. Most recently, Paula was the award-winning judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law #1 where she ...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Tyler Brock

    Tyler Brock

    5.083 reviews
    Tyler Brock Law Firm, PLLC
    1221 Studewood St., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Tyler has devoted his entire career to criminal law. He has had the unique experience of seeing the criminal justice system from all perspectives—judicial, prosecution, and defense—both inside and outside of court. In law school, for example, he c...
    Rating:  10
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    Peyton Zimmerman Peebles

    Peyton Zimmerman Peebles

    5.045 reviews
    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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    Cheryl E. Irvin

    Cheryl E. Irvin

    4.826 reviews
    917 Franklin 4th Floor, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: Criminal DefenseBehind every criminal charge is a person pinning their hopes on the skill of a defense lawyer. At The Irvin Law Firm in Houston, we take the responsibility of defending people against crimes very seriously. The Houston Criminal Def...
    Rating:  9.4
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    William Diaz Calderon

    William Diaz Calderon

    5.07 reviews
    Calderon Legal Group
    5600 NW Central Dr., Suite 100B, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: William Calderon, Esq., is an accomplished attorney known for his dedication to justice and client advocacy. Born in Santo Domingo and raised in Columbus, Ohio, he developed a strong foundation in leadership and resilience. He earned his Bachelor ...
    Rating:  10
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    Alejandro Macias

    Alejandro Macias

    5.06 reviews
    Law Office of Alejandro Macias, PC
    550 Westcott St., Suite 300, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: I enjoy helping people. As a lawyer, especially a criminal defense lawyer, we must always remember that the client comes first. That means diligent, competent and zealous representation. I've tried many cases and handled all types of criminal matt...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Susan Ashley

    Susan Ashley

    4.9138 reviews
    The Ashley Law Firm
    10900 Northwest Frwy., Suite 108, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Probate and more
    Review: "Susan will bend over backward for you. She got me my first parole in a region not known for paroling anyone. She cares about your case and about you as a person. She fights for you if she believes in you. Be honest and straightforward with her, an..."
    Rating:  8.4
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    Earl D. Musick

    Earl D. Musick

    5.02 reviews
    Musick & Musick, L.L.P.
    397 North Sam Houston Parkway East Suite 325, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: Earl is the current president of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association and has served on the board of directors for the past six years. Earl is a native Houstonian, who spent over twenty-eight years working investigative divisions within ...
    Rating:  10
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    Gregory Tsioros

    Gregory Tsioros

    5.07 reviews
    The Law Office of Greg Tsioros
    1201 S. Shepherd Dr., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Houston defense attorney Greg Tsioros provides experienced, aggressive criminal defense in Houston and surrounding areas.
    Rating:  9.4
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    Cheryl Lynn Swisher

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    Cheryl Lynn Swisher

    5.055 reviews
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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
    Criminal and Family Law Matters. Let Us Fight For You!
    Rating:  6.7
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    Chelsi Rene Martin

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    Chelsi Rene Martin

    5.09 reviews
    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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    Richard Kuniansky

    Richard Kuniansky

    5.07 reviews
    Law offices of Richard B. Kuniansky
    440 Louisiana St Ste 1440, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime
    Bio: Richard Kuniansky was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1953. He received his preparatory education at the University of Georgia, where he graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in finance. He received his J.D. degree from...
    Rating:  10
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    Lewis Ashton Thomas

    Lewis Ashton Thomas

    4.929 reviews
    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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