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 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I had a very complicated case an MTR on Felony probation and picked up a DWI. Will was very upfront with me and went out of his way to help me . I could have been sitting in prison if it wasn’t for him . I’m sober now a couple years. With his help..."

Rating: 7.0

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Probate, Family and more

Review: "Bruce has gotten my p.o.m. dropped to a p.d.p which is a lesser charge he has also checked on a different case for me I feel like Bruce faint is an attorney that does his work and earns his money I would highly recommend hI'm to any of friends and..."

Rating: 7.1

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "Hired Brian to defend me on a lawsuit. Best decision of my life. His costs are reasonable but best of all, he and his staff are responsive and genuinely care about their clients. I was never treated as just a paying customer. I cannot recommen..."

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Absolutely professional. Helped me restore my life and fight a false accusation brought against me by my ex wife. Was always level headed and never made me worry about my case for even a second! Listened to my side and never doubted me. A true gua..."

Rating: 7.2

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, International Law

Bio: I am a former newspaper reporter and retired U.S. Army Judge Advocate. I have practiced criminal trial and appellate law for 30 years. I graduated from South Texas College of Law as number two in my class. I have represented clients before the Int...

Rating: 7.5

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I got the opportunity to sit on a jury in whereas this attorney was the prosecuting attorney for the case. She was very thorough and had her stuff together. She’s one tough cookie. "

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "George assisted is representing my family member in a capital offense. He was honest and always told us what to expect. His k owledge of the legal system , local authorities and media helped us through some very difficult times. He was able to wor..."

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Internet and more

Bio: Rain is often described as a Texas State Judo Champion with an Ivy League education. She lives in Austin with her husband, Rottie, and three (normally) well-behaved children.

Rating: 10

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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: I believe in treating my clients as intelligent equals in a joint venture to solve their problems and improve their lives. This means telling you what you need to know, not what I think you want to hear. It also means explaining law and procedure ...

Rating: 7.6

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration and more

Review: "After Rolando's intervention, he discovered a plea agreement that my lawyer had overlooked, providing a new avenue for resolving the situation. Recognizing the value of Lambet and Argüelles' assistance in the past, I have turned to them again, con..."

Rating: 6.5

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

Rating: 9.0

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Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: I look forward to providing clients with excellent legal services. Customer service is a staple in my office. I return calls within 24 hours and treat my clients like they are a name on a file, not a number.

Rating: 6.9

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