Benson Varghese

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Benson Varghese is the Managing Partner at Varghese Summersett PLLC, the largest criminal defense firm in Tarrant County. He is an experienced litigator who has tried over 100 state and federal cases to Texas juries.

Benson is often called upon to handle complex cases. He has also become a go-to attorney for intoxication-related offenses in Texas. 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.”

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

Practice Areas

Criminal Law
DUI & DWI
White Collar Crime
Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Additional Practice Areas

Sex Crimes Defense
Federal Restitution Resolution
Asset Forfeiture Defense
Homicide Defense

Fees

Free Consultation
We have free over-the-phone and in-person consultations. Give us a call at (817) 203-2220 to find out how we can help.
Credit Cards Accepted
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Financing available.

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Texas
Since 2009

Federal Circuit
Since 2014

Languages

English: Spoken, Written
Malayalam: Spoken, Written

Professional Experience

Assistant District Attorney: Tarrant County District Attorney's Office; 2010 - 2014; 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.

Education

Texas Tech University School of Law: J.D. (2009); 2006 - 2009; Activities: While in law school, Benson Varghese participated in mock trial and moot court competitions, and served as an editor for two law journals.

Southern Methodist University: B.B.A. (2004); 2000 - 2004

Awards

Entrepreneur of Excellence Finalist - Service Category: Fort Worth Inc.; 2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyer: National Trial Lawyers; 2014; The National Trial Lawyers Association named Fort Worth attorney Benson Varghese a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer.” Benson Varghese is the managing partner of the downtown Fort Worth law firm Varghese & Smith, PLLC. Since being licensed in 2009, Benson Varghese has tried over one hundred criminal jury trials and handled over 5,000 criminal cases. At 32, Benson is one of the youngest “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” in the nation. Admission to the National Trial Lawyers is by invitation only and is made up of civil litigators and criminal defense attorneys from across the country. To be named as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, an attorney must first be nominated by a member and then go through an evaluation process before being selected. A committee evaluates each nominee to ensure future members meet their standards for trial experience, peer recognition, leadership and community involvement.

Small Business of the Year Finalist: Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce; 2014

Fort Worth Criminal Lawyer: Varghese Summersett PLLC; 2014

Professional Associations

American Bar Association: Member; Current

Christian Trial Lawyers Association: Lifetime Member; Current

College of the State Bar of Texas: Member; Current

Tarrant County Criminal Defense Bar Association: Member; 2014 - Current

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association: Member; 2014 - Current

Tarrant County Bar Association: Member; 2009 - Current

Texas District and County Attorneys Association: Member; 2009 - 2014

Eldon B. Mahon Inns of Court: Associate Member; 2011 - 2013

Publications

Articles & Publications

Affidavit of Nonprosecution | Drop Assault Family Violence Charge: Varghese Summersett

Speaking Engagements

What You Can Learn from Tiger Woods DUI Arrest, Texas Young Lawyer's Association Monthly Meeting, Fort Worth: July 18, 2017

Websites & Blogs

Website: Varghese Summersett PLLC

Website: Driving While Intoxicated Defense in Texas

Blog: Versus Texas Blog

Why do DWI second charges require jail time for probated sentences?
22 April 2019
Warrant Required for Law Enforcement to Test Blood Drawn for Medical Purposes
23 March 2019
Sims v. State: Can police obtain real-time cell site location without warrant?
1 March 2019
Timbs v. Indiana: SCOTUS Boot on the Throat of Policing for Profit?
23 February 2019
Case Analytics and the Criminal Justice System: A Look at Tarrant County
1 February 2019
Contraband Smuggling: Consequences of Sneaking Items into Jail and Prison
3 January 2019
Gamble v. United States: Supreme Court Takes Up Double Jeopardy Case
17 December 2018
Can You Be Arrested for Speeding in Texas?
1 November 2018
Tampering with Evidence | Fort Worth Criminal Defense
21 October 2018

Videos

What should I do if a detective wants a statement from me?

What should I do if a detective wants a statement from me?

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?

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

Legal Answers

36 Questions Answered

Q. what is the punishment for possesion of less than a gram of meth?: 8 January 2018; A: 180 days to 2 years in State Jail, with deferred being the most likely outcome. https://www.versustexas.com/drug/

Q. My daughter missed court for her third DWI and has a warrant out for her arrest. Is there a statute of limitations?: 15 October 2017; A: The warrant is last until she apprehends her. There is no statute of limitations or expiration date on the warrant.

Q. What can I do when a clerk forgets to close a case that was supposed to be dismissed as part of a plea deal?: 24 July 2017; A: The attorney who handled the plea for you should be able to speak to the clerk and get that resolved relatively easily, if that was the agreement that was made.

Q. Can a parent sign consent for her you 14 yr old dating a 17 yr old?: 20 July 2017; A: No. A parent cannot give consent for the 14-year-old, nor can the 14-year-old give consent to sexual contact. For indecency with a child, there is an affirmative defense if the actor is no more than three years older than the victim. A similar provision exists for sexual assault. However, remember an affirmative defense means you can raise the defense in court. It won't prevent an arrest or a case being filed. Hiring an attorney and bonding out after an arrest are both expensive propositions. To learn more about the age of consent in Texas: https://www.versustexas.com/criminal/age-consent-child-sex-crimes-texas/

Q. My son is in jail on a $50,000.00 bond. How do I go about getting him a bond reduction.: 18 July 2017; A: His defense attorney will approach the judge about a bond reduction if appropriate. Here is more about bonds: https://www.versustexas.com/criminal/bail-bonds/

Q. A person cannot drink while serving probation for DWI. Does that condition apply if they serve jail time on weekends?: 8 July 2017; A: It is possible but unlikely that she is serving days in jail - even over weekends - as a condition of probation. It sounds like she is serving a jail sentence on weekends. If she's serving jail time, there are no conditions other than going to jail when she is supposed to. If she's serving a probated sentence, then her probation officer would likely revoke her if she violated a condition of probation such as consuming alcohol when she was ordered not to. That is, however, most likely not the situation based on what you've described. https://www.versustexas.com/fort-worth-dwi-lawyer/

Q. If I do not testify against someone can they still get charged? I didnt want anyone to go to jail and I did not call 911: 5 July 2017; A: Yes. I have seen prosecutors try cases without victims there to testify and still get guilty verdicts.

Q. Can the d.a pick up a case without a statement: 5 July 2017; A: Yes, they can. https://www.versustexas.com/criminal/aggravated-assault/

Q. I was charged with agervated assault and my girlfriend said I did not hit her can the cops file charges: 5 July 2017; A: If they have independent proof of the assault, they can file charges without her cooperation. https://www.versustexas.com/criminal/aggravated-assault/

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Varghese Summersett PLLC

300 Throckmorton Street

Suite 1650

Fort Worth, TX 76102
USA

Telephone: (817) 203-2220

Cell: (817) 203-2220

Fax: (817) 203-2220

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