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    David Aaron Smith

    David Aaron Smith

    5.09 reviews
    David Smith Law Firm, PLLC
    1919 Decatur St., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: The David Smith Law Firm, PLLC serves clients primarily in Harris, Brazoria, & Fort Bend Counties, in cities such as: Pearland, Angleton, Houston, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Manvel, Alvin, & more, with criminal defense matters. With over 20 years ...
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    Joseph Francis Vinas

    Joseph Francis Vinas

    5.06 reviews
    Vinas & Graham, PLLC
    1210 W. Clay, Suite 12, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Joe Vinas has been trying criminal cases for over 15 years. As a former prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Joe Vinas has tried over 100 criminal cases including Capital Murder, Murder, Aggravated Robbery, Drug Crimes, DW...
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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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    Ben Pearce

    Ben Pearce

    5.084 reviews
    Greco Neyland, PC
    701 N. Post Oak #425, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: Ben Pearce, has been a pivotal member of Greco Neyland PC from its foundation. Jumping into practice with the seasoned defense attorneys and former prosecutors at Greco Neyland, Ben quickly set out to prove his merit. Ben is a lifelong Houston res...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Monique C. Sparks

    Monique C. Sparks

    4.913 reviews
    The Sparks Law Firm, PC
    1923 Blodgett St., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: Monique Sparks isn’t just an attorney, she’s a fighter, a storyteller, and a relentless advocate for justice. Born in Wichita, Kansas and raised in Missouri City, Texas, Monique’s journey into law was driven by a deep belief in fairness and a pass...
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    Norwood Nicholas Richardson

    Norwood Nicholas Richardson

    4.820 reviews
    Richardson Law Office
    7322 Southwest Freeway #1122, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury
    Bio: I have been practicing law since my third year in law school. It was then when I secured my first dismissal in a criminal case. The client's face coupled with the feeling of satisfaction that I receiveed sparked a fire inside of me that gets stron...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Emily Munoz Detoto

    Emily Munoz Detoto

    5.014 reviews
    Law Office of Emily Detoto
    917 Franklin St Fl 4, The Commercial Bank Building, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Emily is a graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming and is the former host of “Legally Speaking,” on Channel 55, “The Tube." Emily has frequently given legal commentary for Channel 26, Fox News and has been a faculty m...
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    William M. Stradley

    William M. Stradley

    5.020 reviews
    Stradley Law Firm
    1545 Heights Blvd., Suite 200, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, White Collar Crime
    Bio: William “Bill” Stradley is a native Houstonian who has practiced criminal law in Texas for over 25 years. Bill is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, is AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has bee...
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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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    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...
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    Christopher Michael McKinney

    Christopher Michael McKinney

    5.012 reviews
    Doug Murphy Law Firm
    902 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Chief and Special Crimes Prosecutor in Houston, Harris County, Texas - focusing on DWI/DUI and intoxication-related offenses.
    Rating:  10
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    Megan Elizabeth Smith

    Megan Elizabeth Smith

    5.06 reviews
    Sampson & Bové, LLC
    917 Franklin, Suite 220, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Ms. Bové represents clients at trial, on appeal and in postconviction proceedings in state and federal courts, as well as before professional licensing boards. She is admitted to practice in Texas, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for...
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    Richard Keith Oliver

    Richard Keith Oliver

    5.022 reviews
    Rick Oliver Attorney at Law
    1221 Studewood St., Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Car Accidents
    Bio: I am a native Houstonian, dedicated to defending the rights of the citizen accused. I have never worked for law enforcement, and I have never worked for the District Attorneys Office. The reason for that is simple: my passion flows only one way, a...
    Rating:  10
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    Todd Alan Ward

    Todd Alan Ward

    5.018 reviews
    The Law Office of Todd Ward, P.C.
    3515 Fannin Street, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: After working with legendary Criminal Defense attorney Dick DeGuerin for 15 years, I decided to open my own practice to help people charged with serious felony cases in Texas. Prior to working with Dick, I was a prosecutor for seven years in the T...
    Rating:  9.7
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    James Ray Alston

    James Ray Alston

    4.917 reviews
    James Alston
    1415 North Loop West, Suite 905, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: If you or a loved one are facing a criminal investigation or criminal charges, you need an attorney with the knowledge and expereince to fight for your rights and freedom. James Alston is Board Certified in Criminal Law and has over 25 years of ex...
    Rating:  10
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    Chris Denuna

    Chris Denuna

    4.9198 reviews
    Denuna & Westbrook, PLLC
    1225 North Loop West, Suite 324, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    Bio: Chris Denuna is a founding partner of Denuna & Westbrook, PLLC, a Texas DWI and criminal defense law firm focused on protecting clients accused of serious misdemeanor and felony offenses throughout Houston and the surrounding counties. His practic...
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    Andrew James Salinas

    Andrew James Salinas

    5.022 reviews
    Salinas Defense Law Firm, PLLC
    1201 Fannin Street, Suite 202, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, General Practice
    Bio: Andrew Salinas is a two-time Texas Rising Star by Super Lawyers (2025–2026) and a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — recognitions reserved for the most accomplished attorneys in their field. As the founder and managing partner ...
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    Eduardo "Eddie" Cortes

    Eduardo "Eddie" Cortes

    5.012 reviews
    Law Office of Eddie Cortes
    150 West Parker Road, 5th Floor, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: When interviewing any attorney, one should always ask two crucial questions: 1. How much is it going to cost me to take this case to trial? And 2. When was the last time you tried a case in front of a jury? The answer to the first question should ...
    Rating:  10
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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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    J. Kyle Verret

    J. Kyle Verret

    5.04 reviews
    Law Office of Kyle Verret PLLC
    One Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Meetings by appointment only, Houston, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Family and more
    Review: "Kyle Verret was excellent in all the above categories. He went beyond my expectations. His patience and explanations of the standings and processes were very clear. He did not try to influence the decisions, even though there were options that wou..."
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