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    Houston Has 2701 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 18633 Reviews

    Travis A. Bryan

    Travis A. Bryan

    4.525 reviews
    Teflono Law Group
    801 Travis St., Ste. 2101 PMB 1440, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Expungement, Appeals and more
    Bio: I was born and raised in Texas, where I continue to live with my family. I am a graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston, where I was inducted as a member of The International Legal Honor Society of Phi Delta Phi. I also earned a Master of B...
    Rating:  10
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    Vonnie Clay Dones

    Vonnie Clay Dones

    5.032 reviews
    Legal Cleanup powered by Vonnie C. Dones III, ESQ.
    10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Expungement and more
    Bio: Vonnie Dones is a former criminal prosecutor for the Harris County District Attorney's Office responsible for prosecuting and managing thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases. Dones' caseload was approximately 2,600 cases. Dones worked as a Staf...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Sarah Vernier Wood

    Sarah Vernier Wood

    5.07 reviews
    Harris County Public Defender's Office, 1201 Franklin, 13th Floor, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Review: "Sarah came highly recommended by one of the top attorneys in Houston. I don't feel I could have hired a better lawyer to handle my legal dilemma. Sarah had a mastery of all the issues pertinent to my case and offered excellent council. Sarah was a..."
    Rating:  10
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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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    Richard David Hayes

    Richard David Hayes

    5.08 reviews
    Walker & Taylor, PLLC
    17225 El Camino Real, Suite 310, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Government and more
    Bio: Richard D. Hayes, II is a former senior felony prosecutor with extensive criminal trial experience. Apart from the unique legal issues of each case, Richard understands that each client is a responsibility and a privilege. As a trial attorney, Ric...
    Rating:  10
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    Edward M Chernoff

    Edward M Chernoff

    5.05 reviews
    Chernoff Law
    917 Franklin St, Suite 300, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Ed Chernoff is the founding criminal defense attorney at Chernoff Law, a criminal law firm in Houston, Texas. Chernoff became a household name when he defended Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's doctor who was charged with causing his death, in 2009...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Paul Albert Darrow

    Paul Albert Darrow

    5.06 reviews
    3006 Brazos St, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime
    Bio: I am a former Assistant District Attorney that has devoted 100% of his law practice to defending those accused of crimes and representing citizens before the Board of Pardons and Paroles. I take great pride in doing the best job possible for each ...
    Rating:  10
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    Marshall Douglas Murphy

    Marshall Douglas Murphy

    5.060 reviews
    Murphy & McKinney Law Firm, P.C.
    902 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: “Drinking Driver’s Best Friend” - Houston Press. DWI and Criminal Law Board Certified Specialist, awarded as Best Lawyers in Amercia, and Texas Super Lawyer. Nationally recognized legal seminar lecturer, and author of numerous published legal arti...
    Rating:  10
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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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    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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    David Wayne Overhuls

    David Wayne Overhuls

    5.03 reviews
    914 Preston St Ste 800, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney and former special crimes prosecutor. I have handled thousands of cases ranging from murder to possession of marijuana.
    Rating:  9.7
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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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    Derek Shane Hollingsworth

    Derek Shane Hollingsworth

    5.01 review
    Drumheller, Hollingsworth & Monthy, LLP
    712 Main Street, Suite 1705, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation
    Bio: Please visit my website at to learn more about my background and experience.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Stefanie Michele Gonzalez

    Stefanie Michele Gonzalez

    4.931 reviews
    Law Office of Stefanie M. Gonzalez and Anaya
    540 Heights Blvd., Suite 327, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Car Accidents
    Bio: Stefanie M. Gonzalez has built a reputation for herself since she was licensed 15 years ago in Texas. Herapproach to all cases is centered on the individual client and seeking the best outcome for theirindividual case. Over the years, the practice...
    Rating:  9.6
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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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    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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    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
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    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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    David P. Cunningham

    David P. Cunningham

    4.998 reviews
    2814 Hamilton St, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law
    Review: "I was only 18 years old and still in school when I got into a fight and needed legal representation. From the beginning, David Cunningham stood by me every step of the way. He was genuine, attentive, and always took the time to answer every questi..."
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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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