Chriesman Criminal Lawyers

Shandon Phan is Founder and Managing Attorney of the Shandon Phan Law Firm, which represents and counsels individuals, families, and small businesses in the areas of business law, family law, criminal defense, and immigration. Attorney Phan is one of the few Vietnamese attorneys working on the BP Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico, representing a large group of individuals and businesses affected. During law school, he was twice selected for Moot Court and served on the Moot Court Executive Board, as Litigation Fellow, International Law Student Fellow, President of Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, and...

I am a solo practitioner with nearly two decades of experience. I prosecuted major felonies for most of that time. I am now in private practice and am solely dedicated to criminal defense. I am board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Only 1% of all attorneys are board certified in any field. I base my practice in Liberty, Chambers, Fort Bend, Montgomery and Harris Counties.

Chelsi R. Hall, Esq. is an attorney born and raised in Houston, Texas. Growing up in Houston’s Independence Heights, Chelsi attended Booker T. Washington High School for Engineering Professions where she graduated in the top of her class, engaged in countless community service initiatives, and participated in the Baby Ocean of Soul.

In just three years, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Sam Houston State University with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies. As a student in the Elliot T. Bower’s Honors College, Chelsi was consistently a member of the Dean’s List, even achieving the highest distinction of...

Attorney Nikeyla Johnson is the Owner and Managing Partner of Johnson Law Firm. Ms. Johnson began her legal career at a large Texas firm where she worked for a number of years before branching off to start her practice. She has a wide array of legal experience in the areas of complex commercial litigation, with a specific emphasis on providing counsel and representation to clients in matters involving contractual disputes, real estate disputes, business torts, partnership and management disputes, employment disputes, international disputes, personal injury and property damage, medical malpractice and maritime matters including arrests and attachments. Ms. Johnsonâs experience...

Born in South Korea, raised in Argentina, I obtained my law degree from Washburn Law School in Topeka, Kansas in 1994. Since then, I have been delivering high quality, competent and personalized legal service to my clients. I am fluent in English, Spanish and Korean. My early days as an attorney was in public service as a staff attorney for legal aid offices and then as an assistant county attorney at prosecutor's offices. Since 2003, I have been in private practice with emphasis in criminal law, family law, probate litigation and estate planning.

I'm a Houston criminal defense lawyer. Advocate for the poor everywhere. Believer in redemption. Former motorcycle adventurer, and barbecue fiend. Now dad with high cholesterol and life insurance.



I'm a former Army Reserve Combat Medic and former prosecutor. I dedicate one hundred percent of my practice to criminal defense. From allegations of driving while intoxicated and domestic violence to murder and complex white collar cases.



I'm a frequent lecturer around the world on criminal justice topics. I've appeared on television to discuss arrests and crime in the media, and I contribute criminal...

M. Cody Moore is a trial lawyer specializing in criminal law, family law, business and personal injury litigation. He comes from a blue-collar background – his grandfather was born in 1896 in West Texas and lived his life as a tough-as-nails cattle rancher. His father served in the Air Force and worked his life in the oil field and as a crop duster. Before attending the University of Houston Law Center, Cody worked in the construction industry, as a commercial fisherman, in agriculture, and finally owned and operated his own beekeeping business.
Before opening his own offices, Cody was a...

Chris Ainsworth is an attorney working for the Poerschke Law Firm. As a law student at The University of Texas School of Law, Chris worked at the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Harris County District Attorney's Office, and Travis County Attorney's Office. Chris began his legal career as a solo practitioner, before obtaining employment with Kim K. Ogg as a "walk-on." As an attorney at the Ogg Law Firm, Chris became a noted member of her team, responsible for many aspects of cases and achieving positive results for numerous clients. When Ms. Ogg became Harris County District Attorney in 2017,...

Bio Ed Mallett is a Member of the TCDLA "Hall of Fame." He is a graduate of Dartmouth College and the University of Texas School of Law. He is also a Past President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association. He was been a Course Director for the TCDLA Rusty Duncan Course and the State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law Course.. He is, by Presidential appointment, for 2017-2023, Chair of the TCDLA Judicial Relations Committee.

Attorney Joseph M. Gagliardi is an experienced criminal justice lawyer based in Houston, TX. Founder of The Gagliardi Law Firm, PLLC, Mr. Gagliardi is one of the more experienced lawyers in Houston for cases involving criminal drug offenses and personal injury cases.

Since 2004, Attorney Joseph Gagliardi has represented thousands of Houstonians charged with drug crimes in Houston along with countless other personal injury clients. If you want an experienced lawyer on your side that knows his way around civil and criminal courtrooms, call Joe.

Houston drug crimes lawyer Joseph Gagliardi is also a chief provider of legal counsel for individuals...

I am an associate at Bryan Fagan, holding an MBA from UNC Chapel Hill and a law degree from South Texas College of Law. I was sworn in as an attorney on May 17, 1993. My professional memberships include the Texas State Bar, specifically the family law section, as well as the Houston Bar Association, Montgomery Bar Association, and the Woodlands Bar Association. In addition to my professional commitments, I dedicate time to volunteer work for the Christian Assistance Program. My personal interests include playing golf, singing in the church choir, and avidly reading both law-related and fictional books.

Christopher W. Holub is a partner at Hines Ranc & Holub and a criminal defense lawyer in Austin. Mr. Holub received his license to practice law in Texas since 1996. Attorney Holub graduated from the University of San Diego and the Gonzaga University School of Law in Spoka, where he was recognized with the CALI Award. He has actively participated in numerous professional organizations, including the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Contact his firm to find out more.

Mike began his legal career as a prosecutor at the Hidalgo County District Attorney’s office representing the State of Texas in the prosecution of Misdemeanor and Felony criminal cases. He learned to prepare cases for trial and go to trial on a wide variety of criminal matters. Mike was then recruited by a leading employment law firm, Aaron Pena & Associates in the Rio Grande Valley representing clients in all aspects of employment litigation. During his tenor at Aaron Pena & Associates he learned the civil aspect of litigation. Mike handled cases from the inception of...

Cedar Park criminal defense lawyer Matthew Shanks is a former Williamson County prosecutor. He has been on both sides of the courtroom, and he will zealously defend you against misdemeanor and felony charges in Central Texas. Call 512-257-1010 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Susan has the expertise to handle the most serious criminal cases in both state and federal courts. Understanding that everyone has the right to an attorney and a fair trial, Susan is proud to vigorously defend her criminal clients and force the state or government to do its job. Susan is licensed to practice in the State of Colorado, the State of Texas and is also licensed to practice federally in the Western District of Texas. Prosecutor at the District Attorney's Office in McLennan County from 1992-1998, member...

Doyle Young is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He handles personal injury cases (e.g. car wrecks, work injuries) and criminal defense cases.

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Douglas Atkinson was born and raised in Texas and moved to Conroe in 1976. Douglas attended the South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas in 1995. While in law school, he was elected Student Bar President and while he was president he coordinated many community service projects. He realized his passion for criminal law while at the South Texas College of Law while receiving the top grades in his criminal courses. Douglas graduated from law school with a Juris Doctorate in 1998 and received his license to practice law by the Supreme Court of Texas in November of 1998....

A biography is provided on her website: www.packardlawcenter.com.

Mr. Jackson was raised in Conroe, graduating from Conroe High School in 1985. He opened his practice in 1992 and has since represented clients throughout the State of Texas and the United States. Stephen D. Jackson & Associates has represented over 10,000 clients and is well recognized as an outstanding and creative trial lawyer in this area of the State of Texas. After graduating law school in May 1992, Mr. Jackson came back to Conroe and set up his practice concentrating in Criminal, Family and General Civil Litigation.

Liberty Loving Lawyer. If it's litigation of any kind in the state of Texas, I can help, and if I cannot, I will try to send you to someone who can.

Atonya McClain is an attorney with her principal office in Katy, Texas. Her practice focuses on Immigration law, Criminal Defense law, and Family law. Ms. McClain has focused her practice of law in areas that she loves. She enjoys helping members of our community every day with the following: Immigration Law: Family-Based Petitions: Green Cards, Visas, Citizenship, Naturalization, Fiancé Visas, Adjustment of Status, Affidavits of Support, Waiver Applications, Removal of Conditions of Residency, Green Card Renewals, Visa Renewals, Nonimmigrant Visas (V, B1/B2, J, F, M) Criminal Defense Law (State and Federal): Assault, Drugs, Theft, Weapons Possession, Harassment, Prostitution, Credit or Debit Card Abuse,...

When you call me, you have a serious legal issue that a court will soon be taking action on, and at a time like this you need a courtroom advocate who will get the job done. When your fate lies in another's hands, you want your advocate to have the facts, the law, and the confidence to get the best possible results under the circumstances.

Jerry Boone serves clients in both Cypress and River Oaks offices. His practice focuses on family law, estate planning and probate, and civil litigation. Jerry holds a B.S. in Political Science from Texas Southern University (2004) and earned his J.D. from Southern University Law Center in 2012. He is licensed to practice in Texas, with additional admissions to the U.S. District Court (2013) and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (2019). A native of Houston, Jerry has also lived in Dallas, New Orleans, and Baton Rouge. He enjoys playing poker and golf, gardening, and spending time with his wife and...

Experienced trial attorney dedicated to preserving your rights.

Alfred Benoit is the Owner and Principal Attorney of Benoit Law, PLLC. His practice focuses on civil litigation, employment issues, criminal law, and general business law. His mission is to help his clients find the best possible solution to their issue. Alfred has been successful in litigating many employment cases, criminal cases, and civil and business litigation matters.