McLennan County Criminal Lawyers

Andrea Townsend attended Texas A&M University and received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology in 2000. She then graduated from the Texas Tech School of Law in 2003. Throughout her career as an attorney, Andrea has worked as an Assistant District Attorney in multiple counties throughout the North Texas area, including the Grayson County Attorney’s Office, Ellis County District Attorney’s Office, Denton County District Attorney’s Office, and Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office. Andrea handled thousands of criminal cases as a prosecutor, with offenses including driving while intoxicated, assault, sexual assault of a child, stalking, aggravated robbery, and murder. While...

Colleen Cornelison is an Intake Attorney at the Innocence Project of Texas (IPTX), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal assistance to individuals who have been convicted of crimes they did not commit. Before joining the IPTX team, Colleen spent five years representing criminal defense and family law clients, working alongside Atticus Gill, at the highly respected Gill Law Firm, PLLC. Colleen also previously worked as a criminal defense Associate Attorney at Dunham and Jones, Attorneys at Law, PLLC, one of the largest criminal defense firms in the nation.

James Luster is a seasoned criminal defense attorney and partner at Cofer Luster Criminal Defense Lawyers. Before dedicating his career to defending the accused, James honed his skills as a prosecutor in the Lubbock and Tarrant County District Attorney’s Offices. During his tenure, he served as lead counsel on cases ranging from misdemeanor DWI to high-stakes felonies, including Continuous Sexual Assault, Aggravated Robbery, and Murder. While serving in Tarrant County’s Family Violence Unit, James focused on domestic assault cases, gaining invaluable experience in some of the most sensitive and complex areas of criminal law. This experience, combined with handling thousands of...

As a former state and federal prosecutor, I have tried over 100 jury trials from DWI to Capital Murder at the state level, to complex drug, money laundering, and white collar crime cases at the federal level.

Jane Mapes has been practicing law for 26 years and has devoted her practice to Family Law for the past 16 years, in Texas. Prior to relocating to Texas in 1996, she concentrated on real estate and personal injury law in the State of Florida, where she went to law school, and was admitted to the Bar in 1988. Upon moving to Texas, Ms. Mapes was admitted to the State Bar of Texas, and began practicing with a general practice law firm in Grand Prairie, where she familiarized herself with the courts in Tarrant and Dallas Counties. Jane then joined...

I am Suraj Singh Dhillon, a practicing attorney across Texas and Oklahoma. My legal practice encompasses a wide range of services, including business litigation, mergers and acquisitions, business counseling, and providing general legal guidance to businesses in various industries. Additionally, I am often appointed by local courts to represent the interests of a ward in Guardianship proceedings, serving those who cannot represent themselves. My proficiency in corporate law, regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and risk management has allowed me to successfully advise executive teams and boards of directors on numerous legal issues. The goal of my counsel is to help parties reach...

Graduating from The University of Texas School of Law was the start of my legal training. Prior to law school I worked at Hewlett Packard, and during law school I worked at Fulbright & Jaworski (now Norton Rose Fulbright) and Ogletree Deakins (formerly Ogeltree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart).

I have been licensed to practice law for 9 years and have been exclusively practicing criminal law in the central Texas (Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties) area for 8 years. Fast response time and accessibility are the strengths of my practice. I have no employees and am...

Sam has extensive trial experience in criminal and family law courts throughout Texas. Sam is licensed in State and Federal court. Sam was appointed by the Governor of Texas to the Texas Forensic Science Commission in 2005, where he served as its Presiding Officer until September, 2009. Sam frequently teaches trial advocacy at continuing education events for attorneys. He also served on the State Bar of Texas Grievance Panel for District 9 from 2004 until 2010, when his term expired as Chair of the Panel. Sam presently serves as Vice President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

TCDLA Percy Foreman Lawyer of the Year 2014
Board Certified in Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, conferred and recertified since1995
Board Certified in Criminal Appellate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, conferred and recertified since 2005
TCDLA Percy Foreman Lawyer of the Year 2008
Austin’s Best Unsung Hero, Austin Chronicle 2007
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly 2003-present
Best Lawyers in America 2006-present
Martindale-Hubble Highest “AV” Rating from both peers and judges
Listed in the Registry of Preeminent Lawyers
President’s Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 2007
President’s Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 2006
President’s Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 2005
President’s Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 2004
President’s Award,...

Warren Abrams is a Board Certified (in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization) Criminal Lawyer serving clients in the Dallas Fort-Worth Metroplex for over 40 years. Dedicated criminal defense attorney providing strategic legal representation to clients facing varying criminal charges. Services include: DUI and DWI, Criminal Defense, DWI (Driving While Intoxicated), Assault, Drug Offenses, Expunction / Non-Disclosure, Family and Domestic Violence, Federal Defense, Murder / Manslaughter, Healthcare and Prescription Fraud, Probation Violation, Sexual Offenses, Theft / Burglary / Robbery, Weapon Offenses, White Collar Offenses Please visit https://warrenabramsattorney.com/ for more information.

I grew up in Dallas and have lived in Texas all my life. Most people say they go to law school to "make a difference," but I actually walked the walk. After graduating from SMU Dedman School of Law, I began my career at Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas fighting for Dallas's homeless population, standing up against slumlords, and businesses that take advantage of Dallas's most vulnerable citizens. From there I went to the Public Defender's Office where I represented people who couldn't afford an attorney who were facing criminal charges. During my time as an assistant public defender I...

Robert Keates has clerked for a Federal Judge in the 5th Circuit (Texas, Lousiana), as well as worked for the California Innocence Project. He has argued motions and prepared cases with the Federal Defenders of San Diego, and was employed over five years with the Orange County Public Defender's Office. At that office, Robert was immediately assigned to jury trials, and advanced quickly to handle a large caseload of serious felony and misdemeanor jury trials for both adults and juveniles. In 2008, Robert Keates was awarded the Don Simms Award for 'Trial Attorney of the Year' within the Public...

I've been practicing criminal law since 2004 after graduating from the University of Virginia School of Law. I started my career as an assistant public defender in the Texas Panhandle, where I learned to try cases of all types. I moved to Austin in 2006 to become a prosecutor at the Travis County District Attorney's Office, where I stayed for 15 years. During that time, I handled child abuse and domestic violence cases, murders, aggravated robberies, DWI, and drug possession cases. If it's a felony offense, I've seen it and worked on it. I left the DA's Office in 2021...

Practicing Criminal Defense in Austin, Texas for 15 years. Richard Segura is a master at tactfully guiding his clients through the complexities of the criminal justice system, while achieving and surpassing the highest ethical standards. In fact, while working as a lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin, Mr. Segura teaches future lawyers that an exceptional attorney must constantly strive to attain three goals: competency, courtesy, and integrity.

Zachary Bidner is a seasoned criminal defense attorney with a dedicated focus on safeguarding the interests and liberties of his clients. Zachary graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2010 and completed his law degree in 2013 from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. With over a decade of criminal law experience, Zachary honed his skills across a spectrum of cases, from DWI to high-stakes murder trials. In total, Zachary has tried over fifty jury trials. Starting as a prosecutor in New Mexico and later in Travis County, Zachary built a solid foundation handling a diverse caseload...

Courtroom attorney with extensive jury trial experience in both civil and criminal cases. Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Dan concentrates on helping people with trial and appeal of criminal cases from all trial courts in Texas, including his home county of Kaufman. Dan also helps clients with postconviction writs. Dan graduated from Baylor Law School in 1986 and began his career in the Kaufman County District Attorney's office and then moving into private practice in the 1990's.

The Law Office of Robert L. Keates handles a broad spectrum of criminal defense trials and cases, ranging from misdemeanors to felony charges. 100% of our practice is Austin criminal defense in nature, allowing us to focus only on defending you.

Board Certified - Criminal Law - Family Law - Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Principal office Dallas, Texas. By appointment only. Over the years as a family law attorney, I have represented clients in many family law cases, including those involving divorce, custody, child support, property / retirement division, grandparent rights, termination, and adoption. Over the years as a criminal law attorney, I have represented clients in many criminal law cases, including those involving misdemeanors, felonies, DUI, DWI, and theft. If you have a question regarding any of these areas, please call me at 972-980-8000...

Alexandria Cazares-Perez is a criminal defense attorney licensed to practice in the State of Texas. She was raised in both the U.S. and Mexico, and is a native bilingual Spanish speaker.
At the law office of Alexandria Cazares-Perez, PC., we understand that any person accused of a crime is innocent until proven guilty. Regardless of their immigration status, all persons have rights that must be protected and are entitled to a competent legal defense. Our law firm has experience in the different phases of a criminal case and represent persons who are...

Before joining McCathern as a partner in 2019, Scott J. Becker presided over the 219th State District Court in Collin County, Texas from 2010 through 2018. As a court of general jurisdiction, Judge Becker presided over a broad variety of matters including multi-million dollar civil litigation, family law matters including divorces and child custody disputes, and felony criminal matters including murder. Two of the cases over which Becker presided have been the subject of television episodes: CBS’s 48 Hours: Taken Away (aired September 2017) and Dateline NBC’s: Someone Was Waiting (aired December 2016).

Judge Becker is Board Certified in Family Law...

Mr. Hassibi is the leading lawyer of the Fort Worth firm, the Law Office of A. Oliver Hassibi. Attorney Hassibi has been practicing law for more than a decade, and he is committed to protecting the rights of individuals who have been charged with a criminal offense. He is admitted to practice in federal courts, as well as the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas. For more information about the representation Attorney Hassibi may be able to provide you with, do not hesitate to contact the firm.

Peter Smythe is a Martindale-Hubble AV-rated attorney who handles federal and Texas appeals. He has tried cases to verdict in county courts at law and state district courts and also federal district courts. He has handled appeals on both the state and federal levels.

Augustus Corbett is building a reputation as one of the best DFW civil rights, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law lawyers in Texas. He represents people throughout the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex, which includes Collin, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise Counties. Mr. Corbett also practices federal criminal defense in the United States District Court in the Northern District of Texas. He's the senior partner at Corbett & Corbett LLP where he practices with his daughter, Chloe Corbett.

I was born and raised in Abilene, Texas, having attended, and graduationg from, Abilene Christian School all 12 grades. I went on to get a BBA in Accounting from ABilene Christian University before going to law school at Texas Tech University School of Law. After graduating law school I started working for Isaac M. Castro in Hamlin, Texas. In 1999 I was made a partner in the new law firm Castrro & Davis, L.L.P. Subsequently, in August 2000, I moved to Cleburne, Texas, and went to work as in-house counsel for gimmeabid.com, then located in Dallas, Texas....

Helping individuals navigate the criminal justice system.

Attorney Ezekiel Tyson Jr., a native of New Orleans, La attended the University of Houston for undergrad and law school. He graduated both programs early and immediately went to work representing people in need. Attorney Tyson’s passion for the law comes from his desire to help others and to stand in the gap for those unable to fight for themselves. Attorney Tyson has tried over 100 cases! He has successfully represented thousands of clients. He has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients and achieved numerous "Not Guilty" verdicts for his clients accused of crimes!

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Frank Sellers is a trial and appellate attorney, who focuses on representing citizens and businesses facing criminal investigations and prosecutions. Frank maintains an active criminal trial practice, and he has earned a reputation as a knowledgeable, skilled trial lawyer. In addition to trial work, Frank focuses a smaller portion of his practice on criminal appeals and writs of habeas corpus.

Since beginning his practice, Frank has represented people charged with all types of offenses and from all professional backgrounds, including doctors, lawyers, and even a district judge. He has won Not Guilty verdicts in cases ranging from DWI (both breath...

Sablatura & Williams PLLC is a legal office committed to helping residents of Austin find solutions to their various legal matters. With an office in Round Rock and an office in Austin, the attorneys strive to make their services as easily accessible to their clients as possible. The team focuses their practice on the areas of criminal defense, family law, immigration law, and personal injury law, and they understand that dealing with matters in these fields can be some of the most complicated legal issues to have to work through. The attorneys pride themselves on focusing on the needs of...

Dustin Trammel is a Partner at Hoeller McLaughlin PLLC. Dustin is a former felony and DWI prosecutor in Tarrant County, Texas where he tried over 30 criminal jury trials, including trials for DWI, Assault Bodily Injury Family Member, Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Possession of a Controlled Substance 4-200 grams Penalty Group 1, Felony Evading Arrest in a Vehicle, Burglary of a Habitation, Fail to Register as a Sex Offender, and Sexual Assault. He has handled hundreds of criminal and DWI cases, both as a prosecutor and in private practice. He was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star by...

ABOUT LOREN GREEN STATE & FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY I have been recognized by peers as a lawyer who is passionate about the practice of law by maintaining a strong reputation for achieving positive results. What matters most to our clients is the effort that we expend on their case and the results that I ultimately follow. No one will care about helping you more than we do. If you are looking for an attorney that has the skills and resources to get you results, call Green Law Texas today (817) 265-7000.

I practice criminal defense law in Fort Worth, Texas. I work primarily in Tarrant County, but also Parker and Dallas Counties. My practice focuses on criminal defense and DWI defense. I defend people who are charged with misdemeanors as well as felonies. people who are charged and accused of all crimes, including assault, drugs charges, white collar crimes, and theft, just to mention a few. Hiring a lawyer to defend you is a pivotal moment in your defense. If you find yourself searching for a criminal defense lawyer, it’s probably not the best of times. I understand that....

Former Law Enforcement Officer in the Hill Country.

Attorney Allen R. Blake is an accomplished criminal defense lawyer and a partner at Blake & Blake, LLP. He has a B.A. in government and international affairs from the University of Texas System at Austin and a J.D. from Texas A&M University School of Law. Allen is a member of several legal organizations, including the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the State Bar of Texas Criminal Justice and Juvenile Law Sections, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the American Bar Association.

Steven Clary was born in Winston Salem, NC and moved to Dallas, TX at age seventeen, He served in the U.S. Air Force for 9 and a half years. He is a former flight instructor and currently holds a commercial pilot’s license with an instrument rating and is current in high performance and complex aircraft. He spent many years in the computer field as a software developer and software development manager. Even now many of the computer software products he and his groups developed are running in many major companies in the United States and overseas. He is married and...