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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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Thomas A. Martin, Attorney at Law
917 Franklin, Suite 500, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime 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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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Houston, TX

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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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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The Law Office of Neil A. Krugh
1221 Studewood, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I cannot say enough good things about my attorney, Neil Alexander Krugh. He represented me in a family assault case, and thanks to his dedication, hard work, and commitment to my case, my charges were dismissed. From the very beginning, Mr. ..."

Rating: 7.9

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Law Office of Nathaniel Munier
1244 Heights, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Nathaniel Munier is an experienced former prosecutor who represented the State in all forms of cases. You can put his experience behind you, and have him fight for your side. No one should have to represent themselves, not when affordable legal co...

Rating: 9.8

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Walker & Taylor, PLLC
17225 El Camino Real, Suite 310, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime

Review: "I was extremely satisfied with my representation. Emily was very knowledgable and guided me every step of the way. I recommend Attorney Emily Taylor without hesitation. Thank you for being the best at what you do!!!!!"

Rating: 10

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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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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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Hilder & Associates, P.C.
819 Lovett Blvd., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family

Bio: Committed to helping real people with real problems, Tate has represented the injured, the estranged, and the accused for more than a decade in state and federal courts across Texas.

Rating: 9.8

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Lynn Messer, P.C.--Attorney at Law
24 Greenway Plaza., Suite 1800, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

Bio: Historically I have handled family law cases including divorce; custody; adoptions; termination of parental rights; name changes; modifications of child support and custody; pre-nuptual agreements; post-nuptual agreements; parenting plans. I also ...

Rating: 10

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Law Offices of Gilbert J. Alvarado
The Lyric Centre, 440 Louisiana Street, Suite 200, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence 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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Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys
2200 Post Oak Blvd, 10th Floor, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more

Bio: James B. "Brett" Landriault is a Houston criminal defense attorney and Senior Trial Attorney at Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys. Since being licensed in Texas in 2015, he has focused exclusively on criminal defense, representing cl...

Rating: 7.0

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David Mitcham Attorney At Law
405 Main St., Suite 401, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mitcham is an amazing lawyer that genuinely cares about his clients. He'll discuss every little detail with you, and go above and beyond his duties as an attorney. He's represented my ex husband on a couple of different occasions, and consulted wi..."

Rating: 10

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Walker & Taylor, PLLC
17225 El Camino Real, Ste. 310, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

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

Bio: Leslie enjoys zealously advocating for her client’s rights. Leslie started her legal career as a prosecutor at the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office. She began working there as an intern in 2012 and ultimately left the DA’s office as a f...

Rating: 10

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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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Calderon Legal Group
5600 NW Central Dr., Suite 100B, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Bio: William Calderon, Esq., is an accomplished attorney known for his dedication to justice and client advocacy. Born in Santo Domingo and raised in Columbus, Ohio, he developed a strong foundation in leadership and resilience. He earned his Bachelor ...

Rating: 10

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Law Office of Drew Prisner
1916 Baldwin Street, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: My name is Drew Prisner, and I am an attorney licensed by the State of Texas. My legal practice consists of defending people who have been charged with a criminal offense. I have experience practicing law in the criminal courts of several Texas Co...

Rating: 10

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The Akers Firm, PLLC
3401 Allen Parkway, Suite 101, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime and more

Bio: Born and raised in Houston, Cordt obtained his undergraduate from Tulane University in New Orleans and his law degree from South Texas College of Law. At South Texas, Cordt clerked for the Chief Justice of the 1st Court of Appeals and excelled in ...

Rating: 10

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10520 Airline Suite 100, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury

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Rating: 7.7

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Jon Stephenson Law, P.C.
111 W. 15th St., Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Jon D. Stephenson is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and licensed to practice in Texas courts as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. His aggressive defense style a...

Rating: 9.8

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McClees Law Firm, PLLC
1545 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime

Bio: Ed is a criminal trial lawyer who is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is a former Harris County District Attorney where he served as chief of the Organized Crime Section, prosecuting cases involving co...

Rating: 9.4

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