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Houston Has 2701 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 18665 Reviews

Sheldon Weisfeld PC
3714 Audubon Pl, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 55 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: As a criminal attorney, I have the privilege of intersecting with people at the most vulnerable time of their life; with a world behind the actions that brought them to our meeting in the first place. It is here that I endeavor to hear their story...

Rating: 10

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Kurt S. Hopke, Attorney At Law
2200 N Loop W, Suite 304, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Former prosecutor, now a hardcore criminal defense lawyer representing clients in San Antonio, Austin, Houston and surrounding areas. Father of seven.

Rating: 8.7

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Criminal Defense

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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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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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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Sharon Hemphill & Associates
20333 State Highway 249, Suite 200, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Appeals and more

Complex divorce, custody, protective orders, etc.. Our focus is you and our goal is satisfaction.

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(844) 382-8141

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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...

Rating: 10

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Jeanie Ortiz, Attorney at Law
1924 Portsmouth Street, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Passionate, honest, and hard working. Cannot say enough about Mrs. Dickey's work ethics and passion for helping others. In a field where there are so many choices, and who you select to represent you means everything, Mrs. Dickey has proven to be ..."

Rating: 7.8

Call for a consultation(281) 672-8568

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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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Krieger & Tillinger
17225 El Camino Real, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

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

Rated by Super Lawyers. Former Police Detective. Former Prosecutor. Experience you can trust.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(833) 853-7912

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533 Studewood St., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: As a native Texan, Attorney Kelly D. Benavides understands the challenges faced by the state’s drivers. With over 20 years of experience, a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, and a long list of satisfied clients, she has earned a reputation as the Houston t...

Rating: 9.9

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Atlas Law Firm
11767 Katy Freeway suite 1100, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

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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David Adler, P.C.
1415 North Loop West, Suite 905, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business

Bio: There are very few attorneys who have extensive experience handling federal criminal cases. I've handled more than 1000 cases in federal courts. Many attorneys claim they have federal experience but actually have handled very few cases (sometimes ...

Rating: 9.5

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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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Moore Legal Group, PLLC
212 Stratford Street, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more

DISMISSAL IS THE NUMBER 1 GOAL

Rating: 8.2

Call for a consultation(832) 979-1314

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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..."

Rating: 10

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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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Law Office of Brett A Podolsky
917 Franklin St Ste 510, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Federal Crime and more

Bio: Houston lawyer Brett Podolsky is an accomplished trial attorney and is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He will champion your rights and protect your interests to the best of his ability. As a former Assi...

Rating: 10

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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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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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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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