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    Harris County Has 78 Violent Crime Attorneys with 2107 Reviews

    Michael E. Trent

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    Michael E. Trent

    5.0106 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    I will fight for you and your rights every step of the way. Free Consultation 713-999-3603
    Rating:  10
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    Daniel Wayne Simons

    Daniel Wayne Simons

    5.068 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense
    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:  8.8
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    Marshall Douglas Murphy

    Marshall Douglas Murphy

    5.060 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense 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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    Annie Laverne Scott

    Annie Laverne Scott

    5.060 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Welcome and thank you for clicking on my profile. It's a big online world out there and I am glad you found us. The Law Office of Annie Scott is a small firm with a small clientele. We know there are larger offices out there, with tons of lawyers ...
    Rating:  10
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    Paul Matthew Morgan

    Paul Matthew Morgan

    5.057 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, Appeals and more
    Bio: I defend people facing criminal charges anywhere in Texas.
    Rating:  10
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    Rand A. Mintzer

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    Rand A. Mintzer

    5.058 reviews
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    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and more
    Providing quality representation since 1984.
    Rating:  10
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    James Carl Zier

    James Carl Zier

    5.036 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: James Zier is an experienced Pearland personal injury and wrongful death attorney that is dedicated to helping individuals that have been wronged by others secure the just and full compensation they deserve. He will aggressively fight against the ...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Matthew Patrick Horak

    Matthew Patrick Horak

    5.029 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, 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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    Nathaniel Cary Pitoniak

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    Nathaniel Cary Pitoniak

    5.028 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Hardworking Former-Prosecutor Criminal Defense Lawyer
    Rating:  10
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    Gilbert J. Alvarado

    Gilbert J. Alvarado

    5.014 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and more
    Bio: My practice focuses on criminal defense representing citizens in many different jurisdictions. I served in the Harris County District Attorney’s office for 17 years and I have practiced criminal defense since 2003. I was a partner with Jim Lindema...
    Rating:  10
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    Emily Munoz Detoto

    Emily Munoz Detoto

    5.014 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, Juvenile 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...
    Rating:  10
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    Thomas Allan Martin

    Thomas Allan Martin

    5.013 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Sex Crime, Criminal Defense and more
    Bio: We know that legal action can sometimes be overwhelming. We are dedicated to providing you help in language that you can understand. If you don't feel like you understand your options, just ask, and we will work to find an explanation that works f...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Gary Schaffer Miller

    Gary Schaffer Miller

    5.012 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I proudly represent people acccused by the government of breaking the law. My firm provides superior representation to a low number of clients in order to focus our energy in acheiveing the best results possible. I'm a former assistant district at...
    Rating:  10
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    Belinda Anne Ertel

    Belinda Anne Ertel

    5.011 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "With this being my first time offense Ms. Belinda made this process extremely informative and easy to go through! She was always on time, always has the answers if not she’ll most definitely get them and get back with you! Didn’t have to worry or ..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Erik Andrew Nelson

    Erik Andrew Nelson

    5.010 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Erik A. Nelson, J.D.: As a founding partner with Mr. Franzoni, Mr. Nelson is an experienced Criminal Attorney. Raised in Houston, Texas, he attended the University of Texas for his bachelor’s degree and The University of Wisconsin for his Juris Do...
    Rating:  10
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    Dustin Stanley King

    Dustin Stanley King

    5.010 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Dustin was great. He contacted people that we couldn’t have. He actually couldn’t help with my issue. But he told me to let him know how things go. And he referred me to an attorney that could help. He is absolutely great!"
    Rating:  8.0
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    Richard David Hayes

    Richard David Hayes

    5.08 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, 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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    Jack Wade Bainum

    Jack Wade Bainum

    5.07 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: J. Wade Bainum has over a decade of experience representing thousands of individuals charged with a wide variety of federal crimes including, among others, money laundering offenses, firearms trafficking offenses, drug trafficking offenses, white ...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Paul Vincent Kendall

    Paul Vincent Kendall

    5.07 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Paul Kendall was referred to me when my husband needed a lawyer in Brazoria County. It was 2 days before the hearing when I contacted him. Next day he went to go consult with my husband in jail and the day after he was there for the hearing and wo..."
    Rating:  8.2
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    Shannon Michi Drehner

    Shannon Michi Drehner

    5.07 reviews
    Harris County Violent Crime Attorney
    Violent Crime Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Violent Crime, Criminal Defense, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Shannon Drehner was a long time and experienced felony chief prosecutor at the Harris County DA’s Office. Shannon was assigned as a chief in the Special Crimes Bureau where she prosecuted Organized Crime. Before rising to the level of chief felony...
    Rating:  7.2
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