Melvin Criminal Lawyers

Ryan Brown is a solo practitioner focusing a criminal defense at all levels from indictment through post conviction in state and federal court with a primary practice location in Amarillo, Texas. Ryan also takes select civil cases such as civil forfeitures, civil rights, and catastrophic truck wrecks. Before moving to Amarillo, Ryan was a staff lawyer with the Innocence Project of Texas. While working with the Innocence Project, Ryan was part of a number of big projects from helping to secure the first posthumous pardon in the history of Texas, to co-authoring a report debunking Fort Bend County Sherriff Deputy...

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...

I'm a native Houstonian and am proud to offer my legal services for persons in need of a criminal defense attorney in Angleton, Brazoria County, and the greater Houston area. Before becoming a licensed Texas lawyer in 2003, I owned a court reporting business and was the official for Judge Ted Poe.

I'm a born criminal defense lawyer, and I find fulfillment in helping people who have landed in a tight spot. If police charged you with a misdemeanor or felony, the Law Office of Sandra J. Oballe is ready to provide legal assistance. I fight tirelessly for my clients...

Richard Marsh graduated from Washington & Lee University in 1973 with a degree in Liberal Arts. Mr. Marsh then graduated from South Texas College of Law in 1979. He worked for 3 years as a State of Texas parole officer and then for 3 years as a Harris County probation officer before becoming a private attorney.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Licensed in: State Bar of Texas Supreme Court of the United States United States Court of Appeals For The Fifth Circuit United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas United States District Court for the Western District of Texas United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas Member: Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association Harris County Criminal Lawyer's Association State Bar of Texas -- John E. Reid & Associates, The Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation Course, 2005. -- Former Prosecutor Former Assistant District Attorney Harris County District Attorney's Office Chief Prosecutor, County Criminal Courts Trial...

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.

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,...

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 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'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...

Gary R. Warren’s role at our North Texas law firm is representing families with divorce and child support issues. A native Texan himself – he graduated from Garland High School in 1983 – Gary serves the families of Dallas, Collin and Rockwall counties with matters involving divorce and child custody case law. He has nearly 20 years of experience in the North Texas legal field, several of which have been spent specifically with divorce and child support cases in communities stretching from Plano and Richardson to Sachse and Rowlett. After graduating from Texas Tech University in 1987, Gary...

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,...

Born and raised in the Westside of San Antonio, Ray quickly learned the value of hard work and dedication. It didn’t take long for Ray to realize that a person’s situation in life could cause them to be taken advantage by those in a more advantageous position. Since then, Ray has dedicated himself to fighting against the big insurance companies, governmental agencies, or anyone trying to take advantage of his clients.
Ray graduated from John F. Kennedy High School and successfully completed the schools Math and Science Academy program. After graduating from John F. Kennedy, Ray attended San Antonio College...

As the founding attorney at the Law Office of Jesse Hernandez, San Antonio lawyer Jesse Hernandez handles criminal defense case. He is a former Webb County Assistant Public Defender who served as a partner at Bennett & Hernandez before establishing his own private practice. In 2010, Scene in SA Magazine listed him as one of the best criminal defense lawyers in San Antonio. Additionally, he is the recipient of a Superb 9.2 Avvo.com rating. He received his Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University San Antonio School of Law. To receive your compliment consultation, contact his firm today.

Ms. Miller attended Texas A&M University for her undergraduate degree in Sociology before beginning her studies at St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she graduated at the top of her class receiving her Juris Doctorate. While attending St. Mary’s School of Law, Ms. Miller participated in both external and internal advocacy programs, excelling in both, finishing in the quarter finals or higher in nearly all competitions. She was also a Staff Writer for Issue 16 of The Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Race and Social Issues, eventually getting published in a Medical Encyclopedia on the various legal...

The Law Office of Lance Turnbow specializes in defending against criminal charges throughout South Central Texas. Our criminal defense law firm handles all criminal matters including DWI charges, drug possession, all the way up to First Degree felonies. With offices in both San Marcos and New Braunfels our criminal defense attorneys work in court rooms all across Texas. Protect your record. Call us today to schedule your free consultations to discuss your case circumstances in person or on the phone.

Practicing in San Antonio, Texas for 40 years. I enjoy helping people with their legal needs in Family Law, divorces, custody cases, collaborative law, along with an emphasis on bankruptcy, probate, and criminal work.

I am a general practice attorney, handling cases in a wide range of areas. In law school they like to tell you that the law is a “seamless web” and, most of the time, I have found that they were right. I choose to practice across multiple areas because a client can never know when his business representation is going take a turn and require an attorney with a knowledge of his business dealings as well as a solid understanding of family, probate, criminal, or tort law. Many times issues in one area also require counseling in another. I strive...

Experienced in federal sector personnel actions, both Equal Employment and Merit System Protection Board matters. Experience in risk-management for employers with review and implementation of employee-manuals, employee policies documents, personnel orientations in regards to avoidance of wrongful termination claims and workplace efficiency. Also involved in contract negotiations and preparation. Personally handled several trials, both civil and criminal. Negotiated a collective bargaining agreement between American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO and one of the largest Head Start Programs in the United States. Wrote and self-published Concept Deskbook on Employment Law. Represents both defense and plaintiff...

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...

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...

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.

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.