Atascosa County Criminal Lawyers

With more than 40 years of experience as a dedicated criminal defense attorney, Van Hilley confidently represents individuals from across Texas who have been charged with criminal offenses. He has diligently served as a respected member of Goldstein, Goldstein & Hilley through many complex and high profile cases, ranging from misdemeanor drug crimes to felony white collar fraud offenses. His many awards and leadership roles have made him an esteemed member of the legal community. In addition to practicing law throughout Texas courts, Mr. Hilley also is licensed to appear before the U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit and...

Attorney Derek S. Ritchie – the founder and managing partner of The Law Office of Derek S. Ritchie, PLLC – is an accomplished lawyer focusing his practice on family law and criminal defense.
Derek obtained his law degree in London where he practiced criminal defense, handling a variety of sex crimes, gang-related crimes, and violent crimes. From there, Derek moved to the U.S. and earned his LLM from The University of Texas School of Law. He gained prosecution experience while working for the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office. After graduating with his LLM, Derek worked for a criminal defense firm in...

Kevin L. Collins has practiced law for more than 25 years, primarily in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, and the surrounding areas at The Law Offices of Kevin Collins. He received his bachelor of arts from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1983 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1986. Mr. Collins is a board-certified specialist in both criminal law and juvenile law as recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is also a member of the Sentencing Committee of the National Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association. As a specialist in juvenile law, Mr. Collins...

The Law Office of Ricardo Briones is a San Antonio based law firm specializing in Criminal Defense and Family Law and Civil litigation. We practice in Bexar County and surrounding counties. We specialize in superior customer service, a personal hands on approach to our client's needs as well as a proven record of winning cases with over eight years of experience. Call us today for a free consultation on your case (210) 227-1515.

The Law Offices of Richard F. Neville, III is a civil litigation law firm specializing in representing the seriously injured in San Antonio and South Texas. Richard Neville has represented more than 1,000 injury victims during his more than 25 years of practice and has a proven track record of personal injury jury trials. Richard Neville graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 1978 and from St. Mary's University School of Law in 1981. Following law school, Rick worked as a briefing attorney for U.S. District Judge Filemon B. Vela (1981-1983) and for Fifth Circuit United States...

I am admitted to practice in Texas Courts, U.S. District Courts - Western and Southern Districts of Texas, and the U.S. Supreme Court. I have the requisite skills, education, and experience to help serve your legal needs in Bastrop County and adjacent counties in Central Texas. I earned my Juris Doctor (JD) from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas, and I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin. I not only have the legal training and experience needed to provide legal representation, I also have the background, education,...

Born and raised in San Antonio and the Bexar County area. I am a graduate of NEISD, UTSA and Saint Mary's Law School, with 12 years of legal experience. I am committed to helping those in my community in true need of help.

Fernando D. Gireud was born in El Paso, Texas, and graduated from Coronado High School in 2002. He attended the University of Texas – Austin where he majored in Computer Science and graduated in 2007. Afterwards, Fernando attended law school at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas where he graduated with his J.D. in 2010.

Shortly thereafter, Fernando moved back to his hometown of El Paso, Texas, where he worked for the Domestic Relations Office of El Paso County where he acted as friend of the court and worked on child support enforcement cases. In March 2012,...

Attorney Brent de la Paz, a Professional Corporation, is a criminal lawyer with offices in San Antonio and Corpus Christi, Texas. Brent de la Paz is a former assistant district attorney. Our firm provides legal services to clients throughout Texas

Hello. I was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. I am a graduate of Thomas Edison High School (c/o 1995), UT at Austin (c/o 1999), and TTU Law (c/o 2002). I became a licensed attorney on May 5, 2003.

My practice area focuses on State and Federal Criminal Defense. I have represented clients charged with major drug-trafficking offenses, RICO violations, federal firearms offenses.

My goal in every case is to provide each client with honest and objective advice. Most importantly, I will do everything legally and ethically possible to obtain the goals...

Clarissa started her career as a criminal prosecutor at the Nueces County District Attorney’s Office. Prior to this experience, she participated at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas and multiple high-ranking judicial internships all over Texas. During that time, she handled thousands of cases ranging from DWIs to murders. Her background in criminal law cases includes serving as an Assistant District Attorney for eight years and handling misdemeanors and felony cases. Moreover, she acquired invaluable insights in family law matters involving child protective services (CPS) from her time as a representative of the Department of Family and...

Mr. Quintana grew up in an immigrant family and saw firsthand how difficult the immigration process can be on an immigrant’s entire family. Having parents who immigrated to the United States for a better life, Mr. Quintana was keenly aware of the various opportunities being a citizen of the United States provided and worked hard so that he could give back to the community that had provided him the motivation to succeed. Mr. Quintana was the first in his family to attend University. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of New Mexico. After completing his undergraduate education, Mr....

As founder of the Law Office of Guillermo Lara Jr., San Antonio lawyer Guillermo Lara Jr. offers legal representation to people who have been accused of crimes. Attorney Lara has served as an attorney for countless Texans. Before establishing his firm, Mr. Lara worked at Halliburton Energy and as a Webb County Public Defender. He is a graduate of the Texas Tech University School of Law. Attorney Lara is a member of several professional associations including the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Contact his firm today to obtain more information.

The Law Office of Christopher Peng - we are a San Antonio based, full service law office that specializes in immigration and criminal law. With extensive big firm experience, we are able to offer you personal and dedicated service. I never take for granted any opportunity I get to provide my services, and always remember I serve my clients’ best interests. Our office can help with all immigration issues ranging from family/residency cases, deportation and citizenship, to complex investment / employment based visas. We also have extensive experience in the Criminal Defense field here in Bexar...

Welcome to the Law Office of Roberto Ambrosino, PLLC. I pride myself on being an advocate for the accused. Having a blue collar background, I can emphasize with those in need and may not be able to afford it—which is why I work with clients to make legal representation a reality. The son of an Italian immigrant father and mother who survived cancer, I became a first generation college graduate. Growing up in the small coal-mining town of Uniontown, Pennsylvania, I learned to appreciate the merits of hard work and sacrifice. Prior to opening my own practice, I was...

Erika Dinunzio was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from Marymount University, in Virginia, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, she moved to San Antonio where she then graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law. While in law school, she made Harlen Society, which is top 10% of her class. Erika excelled at research and writing, being both a staff writer and editor in Journal. Erika is excited to make a difference in her clients’ lives by fighting for justice. She enjoys working with other professionals and has learned how to excel, support,...

She graduated from St. Mary’s School of Law in 2006. In law school, she was the president of the Christian Legal Society and was a student-attorney at the Criminal Law Clinic. She also participated in the Border Clinic, in which she would travel to the border area to help people with legal problems. She practices before the juvenile, county and district criminal courts in Bexar County, and surrounding counties, including Comal, Hays, Caldwell, Guadalupe, Uvalde, Medina, Atascosa, Wilson, Kerr, Gonzales and other counties in South Texas. She is licensed to practice in federal court in the U.S. District Court,...

I practice in both State and Federal courts in all aspects of criminal law. This includes representation at trial, appeals, white collar crimes and complex conspiracies. I can travel all over the country for representation on Federal Cases.

Sam H. Lock has tried every type of criminal case, from murder to the most minor of misdemeanors. He brings his legal knowledge, litigation skills and a personal touch to his representation of those accused of crimes. Largely because of his hands-on approach, Sam has twice been recognized by Texas Monthly as a Rising Star in the legal profession. He has been recognized three times in Scene in S.A. Monthly as on of San Antonios best lawyers. He serves on the Boards of Directors for the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Sam is also...

I am a fierce attorney and my ability to communicate to juries is one of my strengths. I believe that an attorney-client relationship should be just that: a relationship. Having been more than just a student and then an attorney, I have the ability to empathize with my clients, which is often overlooked by attorneys rushing to get a case disposed. I will work hard to prepare a powerful and winning defense for you.

I am board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I am a graduate of The Trial Lawyers College and specialize in trial cases. If you need quality legal representation and are in trouble contact me as I am here to help vocalize your story in action in the most important time of your life, your trial before a jury or judge. If your life matters at all, so does your story,, who will you choose to tell your story? Paul J. Smith

Daniel is the premier cannabis attorney in the state of Texas. He practices throughout the United States and internationally. Daniel was born and raised in Greensboro, NC where he attended Page Highschool before moving on to Appalachian State University. At Appalachian, Daniel was an instrumental member of the ski team, but he chose to transfer to the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill to continue his studies, Following graduation from UNC, Daniel moved west to Aspen, Colorado to teach skiing and work. Despite the thrill of persuing his dreams in the mountains of Colorado, Daniel decided...

The Law Offices of Jesus R. Lopez provides professional experienced legal services in San Antonio. We assist individuals bond out of the Bexar County jail with low priced bail bond services. When you hire an attorney to provide a bail bond you get the expertise a criminal case deserves. Our office is open 24 hours to help anyone in need of legal assistance. Our bail bonds are the lowest in San Antonio at 2% down.

Mr. Jason R. Joyner is a criminal defense lawyer and was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas with a B.A. in Business. While he was an undergraduate student, Mr. Joyner spent his summers working in San Antonio as an intern for a prominent local attorney. During this time, Mr. Joyner learned first hand the intricacies of criminal defense practice while laying the foundation for his ability to deliver quality legal services for his clients. After his graduation from Southwestern, Mr. Joyner moved to East Lansing, Michigan, where he attended law...

I worked in the criminal justice system in England, as a police officer, for fifteen years. I moved to San Antonio and became a United States citizen in 2014. I have worked as a prosecutor and now work in the criminal justice system in a different capacity—as a criminal defense attorney. I truly believe that the United States is the land of second opportunities. I want to help you get your second chance.

My experience within the criminal justice system has helped me to develop excellent communication and advocacy skills. These skills led to me developing strong values of...

Case served as a Briefing Attorney for the Honorable Terry Jennings of the Houston First District Court of Appeals (handling numerous criminal causes) and subsequently worked for an “Am Law 100” law firm, Haynes and Boone, LLP. Deciding to become a criminal defense attorney, he then worked as a state prosecutor. Case is licensed to practice law in the State of Texas. Case's Lawyer Credentials: Fluent in Spanish University of Texas, B.A., Higher Honors, Phi Beta Kappa, 2003 Texas Tech University School of Law, J.D., summa cum laude, Texas Tech Law Review, Order of the Coif, 2007...

Known across the state of Texas for his aggressive and tenacious courtroom style, Alfonso Cabañas, is the lawyer people choose when their freedom is at stake. Alfonso is the trusted criminal defense attorney for cases that other attorneys deem too difficult to win. Recognized as one of the 2023 Top Criminal Defense Attorneys in the United States and awarded the 2023 Best San Antonio Laywers Award, Alfonso continues to provide his clients with excellent representation.

Brian Powers has over twenty years of experience in the criminal justice world. For five years, he patrolled the streets as a police officer investigating all offenses and making life and death decisions. Later, Brian went to the University of Iowa where his concentration was on criminal procedure and criminal law. After law school, Brian was a felony prosecutor in the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office. He prosecuted exclusively areas involving family violence, dating violence, sexual assault and murders. After leaving the DA’s Office, Brian because a defense attorney where he has spent the...

As a former Judge and former prosecutor for 22 years, I have the criminal law experience you need to represent you in court. I have tried over 100 jury trials ranging from felony domestic violence cases, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, injury to a child, sexual assault of children and adults, murder and capital murder. If you have been accused of a crime, call the Law Office of Jesse Hernandez and our team of experienced attorneys have the knowledge, dedication, and skills to assist you today.

I have practiced in multiple counties in Texas and have also appeared Pro Hac Vice in the State of Oklahoma. I have also served as a Municipal Court Judge.

Hello, my name is Joseph “Mick” Aguilera and I am a reputable criminal defense lawyer who serves clients in Bexar County and many surrounding counties in South Texas. As a San Antonio lawyer, I represent clients that are facing criminal charges. My commitment to my clients goes beyond the courtroom. I take a personal interest in each case and work with each criminal client to provide superior criminal defense

Prior to becoming an attorney, Joe Lassen served as a police officer with the New York City Police Department and retired as a Lieutenant after 20 years of service. He received his Bachelor of Science in 1993 from the John Jay College in Legal Studies and his Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School in 2002. While in law school, Joe worked for the NYPD’s prosecutor’s office, handling high profile corruption cases. Joe was a first responder on September 11th at the World Trade Center and shares a special affinity for all military branches and first responders.

Joseph Lassen started practicing law...

I am a San Antonio attorney who defends those charged with crime or juvenile delinquency. I understand how traumatic arrest or indictment can be. I consider aggressive and decisive action indispensable to the timely, successful outcome of every case.

I value an open line of communication as the hallmark of a healthy attorney-client relationship, so I make myself readily accessible, day and night. All my clients have my home and cell phone numbers, so I am constantly within reach in the event of emergency.

I think it important to foster a personal acquaintance with my clients. I am sometimes invited to...