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Christopher D. Wanner
Lubbock, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Texas Tech University School of Law
I am a three time graduate of Texas Tech University. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2008, a Master’s in Business Administration in 2011, and a Doctorate’s in Jurisprudence in 2011. I have been licensed to practice in all the courts of the State of Texas since 2012. While attending Texas Tech School of Law, I was awarded the coveted Excellence for the Future Award, only given to the students with the highest grade in their class. After a 9 month externship for the Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, I formed The...
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Michael J. Brown
Midland, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 56 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
The University of Texas School of Law
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Morgan Armbrust
Dallas, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 3 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Morgan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, a minor in Poverty Studies and Social Justice from Baylor University where she was also an Honors College student. While at Baylor, she was the President of the Baylor chapter of the International Justice Mission and volunteered with local anti-humanitrafficking organizations, like Unbound Waco. Morgan became interested in the law after listening to a lecture by Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, on the opportunity for lawyers to do good with their law degrees. She then spent a summer interning at the Sacramento District Attorney’s office in her hometown. There...
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Stephanie Lynn May
San Angelo, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
St. Mary's University School of Law
Stephanie May focuses her practice solely on DWI & criminal defense. She is located in her hometown of San Angelo, Texas. Stephanie knows good people sometimes have bad days. She will thoroughly review your case, inform you of what your options are, and fight to get you the best possible result for your situation.
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Larry Sullivant
Gainesville, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 59 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Baylor Law School
Graduated University of North Texas BA 1963; Graduated Baylor Law School Doctor of Jurisprudence 1966; admitted to practice before U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas; County Judge, Cooke County, Texas, 1970-76; District Judge, 235th Judicial District Court, 1976-88. Member of Cooke County and North Texas Bar Associations; State Bar of Texas (District 14-B Grievance Committee, 2001-07); Texas Trial Lawyers Association; Partner Sullivant Law Firm 1989 to present.
Larry's Legal Assistant is Kim Moudy.
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Gary D. Peak
Eastland, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Texas Tech University School of Law
After practicing for over 10 years in Houston, I was blessed to be able to return home and enjoy life as a small town attorney for the last 20 plus years. It is nice to have a practice to keep you on your toes and seeing new and different things every day. My practice in Family, Criminal, Consumer Collection Defense, Contract, and Personal Injury will definitely keep me on my toes. I also act as a Mediator and believe every case can be settled if it goes through Mediation. It is a way to allow parties...
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Jack Byno
Colleyville, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Municipal and Traffic Tickets
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Fo over 20 years Jack Byno & Associates have represented clients with traffic tickets. This includes, but is not limited to fighting speeding tickets, lifting traffic warrants, defending CDL & trucking violations, contesting drivers license suspensions, and arguing DWI & DUI charges. As a former Municipal Court Judge, Jack Byno brings a unique view point to traffic ticket defense work. He has represented thousands of clients across the greater Dallas - Fort Worth area, including as far East as Hunt County and West as Weatherford. Call us today to determine what can be done with your case at...
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Jeffrey Alan Hines
Denton, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Houston - Main Campus
I spent the first 8 years of my practice in the Dallas County District Attorney's Office in its Trial Division. There I tried over 300 cases to final verdict before juries and hundreds more bench trials, motions, and probation revocations. I took all that experience into the private practice of law which has now lasted 35 years. Thus equipped and trained, I have applied those skills to expand into civil litigation while continuing to practice criminal defense. I maintain membership in the State Bar of Texas College, which means I take 30 or more hours of Continuing Legal Education each...
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Daniel K. Peugh
Denton, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
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Andrea R. Simmons
Denton, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 19 years of experience
1504 E. McKinney St., Ste. 200
Denton, TX 76209
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Juvenile
University of Arkansas School of Law
Andrea R. Simmons was born in Denton, Texas in 1974. She first earned an Associates's Degree in Criminal Justice from North Central Texas College, followed by a B.A. in 2002 from Texas Woman's University in Government - Public Service, graduating cum laude. And, in 2005, she earned a J.D. from the University of Arkansas School of Law. Andrea was subsequently licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
Andrea served as Assistant District Attorney in the Denton County District Attorney’s Office from 2006–2022. The majority of her focus was appellate law. Andrea spent some time in the...
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Brent David Bowen
Denton, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 23 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
Washburn University
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Donald Rudolph Taylor
Eden, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Family and IP
South Texas College of Law
Rudy Taylor is a past Assistant District Attorney and a Special Prosecutor. He has practiced only Criminal Law since 2006 and has over 30 Jury Trials to his credit. He is experienced in all areas of criminal law from Capital Murder/Death Penalty to Simple Assault, Meth to Marijuana, Sex Crimes, and everything in between. He has recently began representing the Director of Morale @StoolFrederic in the Chicago Cubs @cubs baseball organization in Trademark matters.
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James Patrick Whalen
Frisco, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
SMU Dedman School of Law
James P. Whalen is the owner of Whalen Law Office in Frisco, Texas.
James graduated from Southern Methodist University School of Law in May 1995 and was admitted to the Texas Bar in November 1995 and is admitted to practice in the federal courts of the Eastern, Northern, Western and Southern Districts of Texas, Northern District of Illinois, as well as the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. James has been Board Certified in Criminal Law since 2002 and has been Board Certified in Criminal Appellate Law since 2017. Mr. Whalen practices exclusively in federal...
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Michelle Lugo
Allen, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Juvenile
The University of Texas School of Law
Michelle is licensed in Texas and New York, and has been practicing for over two decades. She attended The University of Texas, School of Law, one of the Nation's top tier law schools. Michelle has received multiple awards in recognition of her legal services and an outstanding reputation amongst her colleagues and clientele. She is a front runner in courtroom advocacy, a formidable opponent and an excellent ally.
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Leslie Starr Barrows
Southlake, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 20 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
The Barrows Firm provides effective solutions in high conflict divorce cases, criminal and juvenile criminal matters, probate, guardianship and more.
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Chad C Allman
Fort Worth, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Oklahoma City University School of Law
A graduate of Tarleton State University and Oklahoma City University School of Law, during which he was inducted as a Member of the International Legal Fraternity of Phi Delta Phi - Hand Inn, Chad Allman founded Allman Law, a general practice firm, in 2007 with the intent of serving those in need. Having grown up in a large family, Chad easily relates to people, allowing him to be sensitive to his client’s needs.
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Bart Charles Craytor
Mount Pleasant, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
Oklahoma City University School of Law
If you are suspected of a crime or charged with a violation of law, you may require the services of a criminal defense attorney to present your defense or negotiate a penalty. As different rules and procedures exist for different offenses, you should seek a criminal defense attorney who has worked on your particular type of case to provide you with the best defense. An experienced criminal defense attorney knows what information the government will need to prove your guilt. The defense attorney will also know what information you need to prove your innocence, including whether there are any legal...
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Casey Davis
Plano, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Texas A&M University School of Law
"Criminal Law has been my passion from day one and I focus my practice solely on protecting the rights of those accused of a crime."
Casey Davis is passionate about defending your rights. She thrives on helping you out of a tough situation and into a better life. Well known and respected throughout Collin, Tarrant and Denton Counties, she approaches your case with a hard-hitting, aggressive legal style, serving and advising you toward your best outcome.
Casey worked in a variety of departments as a prosecutor and an intern with the Tarrant and Denton County District Attorney’s Offices including the Crimes Against...
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Isaac J. Gloger
Dallas, TX Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law
Isaac J. Gloger represents clients who have been charged with serious crimes in the Dallas and surrounding areas. He evaluates each individual case from the outset, works to uncover every material detail, and takes an aggressive approach to investigation in preparation for trial or the best possible resolution for every client.
Those searching for a criminal defense attorney are at a point where they require protection the most. This is why Isaac takes the responsibility of providing strong and strategic legal representation for those in need very seriously.
Before opening his own law Practice, Isaac spent several years in law...
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David N. DeFoore
Abilene, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Texas Tech University School of Law
I grew up in Anson, Texas, not far from Abilene. I was raised on a ranch out in the country, and it helped shape my early life. I graduated Valedictorian of my high school in 1995, and went to Texas A&M University where I graduated in 1999 in the top 10% of my class with a B.B.A. in Accounting. After graduation with honors (Magna Cum Laude) from A&M, I went straight to law school at Texas Tech University School of Law on a full scholarship. I graduated with honors (Magna Cum Laude) from...
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Doug Wright
Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
St. Mary's University School of Law
Doug Wright is a native of Fort Worth who graduated from Paschal High School in 1972 before earning a Bachelor’s of Business Administration at the University of Texas at Austin in 1976. He then attended St. Mary University School of Law. After graduating and getting licensed in 1979 he returned to Fort Worth where his father was a Family District Judge and began his legal career.After being in private practice for almost 30 years Mr. Wright joined the firm of Bailey & Galyen in 2009 as Managing Attorney of the Fort Worth Office. He has committed his practice to Family...
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Luel Todd Rash
Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Texas A&M University School of Law
Todd is a proud descendant of Judge Charlie Grant Rash, a respected Texas judge who journeyed to the state by wagon train in the late 1800s. Carrying forward his family’s legacy of justice and integrity, Todd is dedicated to defending fellow Texans who find themselves accused of crimes by the government. With deep empathy for the feelings of vulnerability and inequity that can come with prosecution by a powerful state, Todd stands as a staunch advocate for fairness and due process.
A graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas, Todd began his career in public accounting before moving into corporate...
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Paul Alexander Batrice
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Oklahoma City University School of Law
As the founder and Managing Partner of Batrice Law Firm, Paul Batrice has spent the past fifteen years fighting on behalf of ordinary people and aggressively pursuing just compensation for injured Texans. Over the course of his career, Paul has helped thousands of people obtain millions of dollars in settlements and judgements.
While in law school, Paul was heavily recruited by high-ranking firms in Miami, New York, and Dallas. As a result, he gained experience defending some of the largest companies in the world. His goals in the legal field never aligned with the corporate interests of these companies, however, which...
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Stephen Barrera
Floresville, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
St. Mary's University School of Law
Stephen C. Barrera was raised in Wilson County, Texas. After obtaining a B.A. in Philosophy at U.T.S.A., he attended St. Mary's Law School. During law school, Stephen made the Dean's List, wrote for The Scholar, St. Mary's Law Review on Race and Social Justice, and interned for United States Fifth Circuit Judge Emilio Garza. Stephen was also awarded 1st place and Best Speaker during the St. Mary's Law School 1L Moot Court Competition. Stephen's law career began at the law firm of Bracewell & Giuliani, where he worked in the firm's trial section. In 2008, Stephen started his own practice...
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Jorge Vela II
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Criminal Defense
University of Texas - Austin
Jorge Vela spent seven years as both a federal and state prosecutor. Now, as a criminal defense attorney, he is using his experience to fight for individuals accused of a state or federal crime.
Jorge Vela has experience handling cases involving driving while intoxicated, assault, drug possession, robbery, kidnapping, family violence, sexual assault, and homicide
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Kevin Bennett
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
South Texas College of Law
As a native Texan, Kevin Bennett knows that his state has a reputation for being tough on crime. This can lead to an overwhelming feeling of stress when facing charges in Texas. The criminal justice system is daunting and confusing, and he is determined to guide his clients through it with as little stress as possible by maintaining open communication while aggressively fighting on their behalf.
As a student, Kevin Bennett studied at the University of Texas in Austin, earning his bachelor's degree in economics. He then pursued his Juris Doctor from The South Texas College of Law. After...
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Paul Anthony Quinzi
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 25 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
The University of Texas School of Law
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Ian Barton Inglis
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 44 years of experience
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
After working as a Research Attorney for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Ian Inglis began his law practice in 1981. He specialized in the defense of criminal cases, and has received board certification in criminal law. During his career he has handled all sorts of criminal cases. His specialties include Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization (1987) and was re-certified in 1992, 1997, 2002, and 2007. His Bar admissions include Texas (1978), U.S. District Court Western District of Texas (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit (1986). U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Ian Inglis...
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Jackson Francis Gorski
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 10 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
South Texas College of Law
I’m an Austin criminal defense lawyer that puts in all the effort required of an attorney striving to be recognized as one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Austin. I investigate evidence, hire experts when needed, and locate and interview witnesses on behalf of my clients. Some Austin defense lawyers choose to help the state by coaching a defendant into a plea-deal for the sake of convenience. Unless the circumstances of the case demands it, that’s not how business is done at the Law Office of Jackson F. Gorski. I prefer to fight for the accused.
My law firm provides...
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Matthew Valley
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 11 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Family, IP and Patents
University of Texas - Austin
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Alejandro Martinez
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
SMU Dedman School of Law
Upon earning his law license, Alejandro Martinez worked as a prosecutor for the Dallas City Attorney's Office and Williamson County Attorney's Office for 4 years before deciding to open his own criminal defense practice.
As a prosecutor, Alejandro has handled hundreds of criminal cases, honing his skills in case evaluation, negotiation, trial preparation and trial. Further, he is extremely well versed in the techniques and thought processes of the prosecution.
Alejandro utilizes his comprehensive understanding of Texas criminal prosecutions to fight for his clients. His background is your strength; if there is a legal problem with your case, Alejandro will find it.
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Michael D. Derrick
Houston, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Washington University in St. Louis
Michael is an accomplished attorney with a robust foundation in negotiation and advocacy. Since earning his Juris Doctor from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, he has built a career marked by precision, leadership, and commitment to client success. Michael applies a meticulous approach to legal research and case management, ensuring each client receives exemplary representation and personalized legal solutions.
Michael served as a Managing Attorney at Dunham & Jones Law Firm, where he led one of the largest criminal law offices in Texas. His leadership in high-volume, high-stakes environments has honed his ability to solve complex legal challenges...
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Audrey Ann Kelly
Houston, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Cooley Law School
Audrey Kelly is a seasoned criminal defense attorney with more than a decade of experience and a unique background as both a former prosecutor and a passionate advocate for the accused. Based in Texas, Audrey’s practice focuses on providing strategic, aggressive, and deeply informed representation to individuals facing a wide range of criminal charges, from DWI and drug offenses to violent crimes and white-collar allegations.
A native Texan, Audrey’s legal journey began early—by age 18, she was working in a criminal defense office. She went on to earn her law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School after completing her undergraduate...
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Kimberly Jo Samman
Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of Houston Law Center
Kim Samman is an accomplished attorney based in Houston, Texas, with over two decades of experience advocating for her clients in criminal courtrooms across the state. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas at Tyler with a degree in criminal justice and went on to earn her J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center. During her time there, she demonstrated leadership and a commitment to integrity by serving as Honor Court Chief Magistrate and as an Associate Board Member of the Advocates.
Kim is licensed to practice law in Texas and is admitted to the United States...
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Gregory R. Terra
Georgetown, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Regent University School of Law
The Law Office of Gregory R. Terra was established in 2005, dedicated to providing professional and experienced criminal defense representation in Williamson County, Texas, for a reasonable and straightforward fee. We are hired to represent about 100 new clients each year and we have earned 235+ 5-star reviews on Google with a 5/5 overall rating.
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Emmett Ray Green
San Marcos, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
When you have a criminal problem, you need an attorney that has experience, integrity and knowledge. Ray graduated from SWTSU (Tex. St.) in San Marcos and St. Mary's Law School in San Antonio. He was a felony prosecutor in Hays County for over four years before going into private practice as a criminal defense attorney. If you have a serious legal problem, you need an attorney with the experience to successfully represent you. Call my office for a confidential consultation.
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William Morian Jr
Jasper, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Maritime and Personal Injury
Bill Morian grew up in East Texas in a ranching and farming family. Top notch horseman and farrier. Involved in the horse and cattle industry for years.
Bill is a highly skilled legal advocate and trial lawyer.He has successfully handled the most serious State and Federal cases with great success. His hard work , skill and determination have brought him success which has made him Bill Morian is one of the most sought after and busy lawyers across the State of Texas when it comes to representing the falsely accused.
He as often been described as intimidating...
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Mark Dicarlo
Corpus Christi, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 40 years of experience
(361) 888-6968
La Solana Bldg.
722 Elizabeth St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
University of Houston - Main Campus
Criminal: Possession and Delivery; Assault; Murder; DWI; DUI; Probation revocation; Jail Release; Bonds posted; Falfurrias and Sarita Checkpoints; Illegal immigrants.
Social Security Disability: Applications/Denials; Adult and children; Back: Heart; Neck; Fibromyalgia; Diabetes; High Blood Pressure; Depression/Anxiety.
Accident & Insurance: Truck; Car; Motorcycle; Death; Fire; Homeowners; Long Term Disability; ERISA; Settlements and lawsuit.
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Amie Augenstein
Corpus Christi, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Arbitration & Mediation, Employment and Family
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
I am Amie Augenstein, I thank you for considering my firm for legal representation. After living in Dallas for over 15 years, my family and I recently relocated to Corpus Christi. Prior to opening my firm here, I worked as an associate for a Dallas Employment Law Firm I represent both Employers and Employees, which gives me insight into both sides and keeps me sharp from every angle of any legal issue that comes up.
I am experienced in several areas of law, such as Criminal Law, Employment Law, Mental Health Law, Juvenile Law, Contract Law, Family Law, and Guardianship...
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Josh Hopkins
Corpus Christi, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and Products Liability
South Texas College of Law
As the founding attorney at the firm Hopkins Law Group, PLLC, Corpus Christi lawyer Josh Hopkins offers legal assistance in criminal defense and personal injury cases. Since 1993, Attorney Hopkins has been licensed to practice law in the state of Texas. The Texas Board of Legal Specialization has certified him in the area of Personal Injury Trial Law. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and South Texas College of Law. Get more information today by contacting his firm.