Benson Varghese
Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorney | State Federal Criminal and DWI Defense
Benson Varghese is the Managing Partner at Varghese Summersett, one of the largest criminal defense firm in Tarrant County. He is also a Board Certified in Criminal Law, a distinction held by less than 1 percent of attorneys in Texas.
Visit https://www.versustexas.com/ for more about Benson and Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorneys at Varghese Summersett PLLC.
Benson is also the founder of their family law practice: https://www.familytexas.com
Benson is an experienced litigator who has tried over 100 state and federal cases to Texas juries. He is often called upon to handle complex cases and has become a go-to attorney for intoxication-related offenses in Texas.
Benson has amassed numerous awards and accolades. In 2021, he was elected to serve as the President of the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Two years before that, he was named the 2019 Outstanding Young Lawyer by the Tarrant County Young Lawyer's Association. He has been named a Top Lawyer by Fort Worth Magazine, a Top Attorney by 360 West Magazine, and a Top 100 Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association, among others.
Benson received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Southern Methodist University, before obtaining his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law. While in law school, Benson Varghese served as an editor for two law journals. He is a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, an associate member of Eldon B. Mahon Inns of Court, a past Board Member of Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association, a lifetime member of Christian Trial Lawyers Association, a member of Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, a member of the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and a former member of the Texas District and County Attorneys Association. He volunteers with Habitat for Humanity and the Tarrant Area Food Bank. He is also involved in the philanthropic organization, “Worth.”
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- White Collar Crime
- Cannabis & Marijuana Law
- Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
- Sex Crimes Defense
- Federal Restitution Resolution
- Asset Forfeiture Defense
- Homicide Defense
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- Federal Circuit
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Malayalam: Spoken, Written
- Founder and Managing Partner
- Varghese Summersett PLLC
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- Assistant District Attorney
- Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
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- At the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office, Benson became one of the leading DWI trial attorneys in Tarrant County. He has extensive experience in litigating issues relating to DWIs including intoxication (alcohol, drugs, and prescription drugs), specimen analysis (breath and blood), and retrograde extrapolation.
- Texas Tech University School of Law
- J.D. (2009)
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- Activities: While in law school, Benson Varghese participated in mock trial and moot court competitions, and served as an editor for two law journals.
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- Southern Methodist University
- B.B.A. (2004)
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- Top 100 Rising Stars in Texas
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- Outstanding Young Lawyer
- Tarrant County Young Lawyer's Association
- Fort Worth’s Fastest Growing Companies (No. 6)
- Fort Worth Inc. Magazine
- Listed No. 782 on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies,
- Inc. Magazine
- Best Law Firm
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
- American Bar Association
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- Christian Trial Lawyers Association
- Lifetime Member
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- College of the State Bar of Texas
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- Criminal Justice Section, State Bar of Texas
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- Tarrant County Criminal Defense Bar Association
- Past President and Longtime Member
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- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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- Tarrant County Bar Association
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- Texas District and County Attorneys Association
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- Eldon B. Mahon Inns of Court
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- Affidavit of Nonprosecution | Drop Assault Family Violence Charge
- Varghese Summersett
- Assaults in Texas | Fort Worth Criminal Attorney
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- Boating While Intoxicated
- Varghese Summersett
- Burglary of a Habitation
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- Can a DWI Prevent You From Getting a Commercial Driver’s License in Texas?
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- What You Can Learn from Tiger Woods DUI Arrest, Texas Young Lawyer's Association Monthly Meeting, Fort Worth
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- Varghese Summersett PLLC
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- Driving While Intoxicated Defense in Texas
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- Varghese Summersett Family Law Group
- Blog
- Versus Texas Blog
- What is Super Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child in Texas?
December 31, 2022 - Protective Orders vs. Restraining Orders in Texas (EPO vs. TRO)
December 31, 2022 - What Happens During a Juvenile Detention Hearing in Texas?
December 21, 2022
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- Varghese Summersett Family Law Group | Fort Worth Family Lawyers and Divorce Lawyers
- Texas Divorce: Getting Your Spouse to Leave the Marital Home [2023]
January 24, 2023 - Michelle Avelar
January 24, 2023 - Can Parents Agree to No Child Support in Texas? [2023]
January 24, 2023
Varghese Summersett: Your Only Choice in Criminal Defense | 817-203-2220
The team at Varghese Summersett was hand-picked for their experience, talent and ability to work together. Meet "the best and brightest" in North Texas and find out why we are the ONLY choice in criminal defense.
What should I do if I am accused of theft?
What should I do if I am accused of theft?
Benson Varghese
Benson Varghese
Varghese Summersett Intro Video
Varghese Summersett Intro Video
Can you get a nondisclosure in Texas?
Can you get a nondisclosure in Texas?
First time criminal offenses
First time criminal offenses
Felony DWIs in Texas
Felony DWIs in Texas
Getting an expunction in Texas
Getting an expunction in Texas
Experts in DWI cases
Experts in DWI cases
What is solicitation of prostitution in Texas?
What is solicitation of prostitution in Texas?
What would I do if I were stopped for a DWI but knew I was not intoxciated?
What would I do if I were stopped for a DWI but knew I was not intoxicated?
What should I do if a detective wants a statement from me?
What should I do if a detective wants a statement from me?
DWI Arrest with No Alcohol
DWI Arrest with No Alcohol
What is the difference between an expunction and a nondisclosure in Texas?
What is the difference between an expunction and a nondisclosure in Texas?
Cricumstantial DWI cases
Cricumstantial DWI cases
Misdemeanors in Texas
Misdemeanors in Texas
Criminal Statute of Limitations in Texas - How Long Can the State Bring Charges?
Criminal statutes of limitations are more complex than they may first appear. Learn more about the limitations and how they apply to criminal cases in Texas.
Solicitation of Prostitution: Now a Felony in Texas
Effective September 1, 2021, Solicitation of Prostitution became a State Jail Felony in Texas. This means so-called "Johns" now actually face harsher punishment than a person offering sexual services.
Varghese Summersett: A Team of Warriors with One Mission
The team at Varghese Summersett was created to challenge law enforcement and to always remember that our clients are trusting us with the biggest problem in their lives. Learn more about the best criminal defense firm in North Texas
What is Possession of a Controlled Substance in Texas?
Criminal Defense Attorney Benson Varghese explains the offense of possession of a controlled substance in Texas in this video. Essentially, possession of a controlled substance includes prescription and street drugs - anything other than marijuana.
What to do if your bond is held insufficient
A judge can hold your bond insufficient for many reasons. Here's what to do if your bond is held insufficient by a judge in Texas.
- Q. Can my 3rd degree felony DWI charge be reduce Class A misdemeanor?
- A: Absolutely there's a chance. If you have only one conviction this should be a misdemeanor.
- Q. arrested for felony DWI. While waiting to be transported to booking I needed to urinate.
- A: From a legal perspective, no it won't make a difference. From the standpoint of how officers treat you may make a difference to jurors, possibly. These are more common issues that come up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Y3dbpPGgzI
- Q. what is the punishment for possesion of less than a gram of meth?
- A: 180 days to 2 years in State Jail, with deferred being the most likely outcome. https://www.versustexas.com/drug/
