San Augustine County Criminal Lawyers

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Accomplished Houston attorney Brett Podolsky has years of experience in all aspects of criminal law. His jury trial experience includes capital murder, murder, robbery, DWI, drug possession, assault and theft.

Attorney Jennifer Kahn is a native Texan who has been an attorney in Houston for over 10 years. Since her graduation from the South Texas College of Law in 2001, she has brought her passion and dedication to helping others to benefit the residents of the Houston area with their personal injury and criminal defense needs. In 2003, she joined husband John Kahn, an attorney with the same compassion and focus for helping clients, and founded The Kahn Law Firm of Houston. When serving as an injury lawyer, Jennifer has helped victims of negligence seek justice for claims of serious injury...

Rick Harrison is a highly successful criminal defense attorney who has represented the people of North Texas for over 32 years. He is that rare defense lawyer who offers his clients unmatched experience from both sides of the criminal justice system. As the former District Attorney of Kaufman County and a Past President of the Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Mr. Harrison knows better than anyone how the government will investigate and prepare your case, whether it is a misdemeanor or felony charge in State or Federal Court. He has tried cases ranging from DWI to Capital Murder. His reputation...

Criminal Defense Attorney David Smith is Board Certified, Criminal Law -- Texas Board of Legal Specialization. David practices criminal law and provides zealous criminal defense in cases involving drug possession, weapon possession, DWI, theft, robbery, burglary, murder, manslaughter, assault and family violence, harassment, terroristic threat, intoxication manslaughter, and many more. David Smith practices criminal law in Brazoria and Harris counties. David Smith Law Firm, PLLC principal office location is in Pearland, Brazoria County, Texas, serving clients in: Alvin, Angleton, Clute, Freeport, Jones Creek, Lake Jackson, Manvel, Pearland, Richwood, Sweeny, Surfside, West Columbia, and more!

Anne-Marie is a Criminal Defense Trial Attorney - practicing for more than 20 years. She is joined in her practice by her husband, Pat Kinnard, an experienced 30 year investigator who worked closely with legendary Criminal Defense Attorney, Doug Mulder, for many years. Pat is considered one the best Criminal Defense Investigators in the industry. Together, they have obtained numerous reductions, dismissals and jury trial acquittals.

Anne-Marie is an Alumna of The Hockaday School (1988) and received her undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University. She attended law school at Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth where she received her J.D....

A graduate of the University of Alabama School of Law in Tuscaloosa Alabama Ms. Weathers was admitted to the Alabama Bar in May 1989. Her legal experience has spanned several disciplines including criminal law, family law, estate litigation, intellectual property, and as a general practitioner. However, since graduating from law school, she has practiced primarily in Criminal Law as an Assistant District Attorney for six years and as a defense attorney since that time. Ms. Weathers has tried in excess of 100 felony jury trials and many misdemeanors and juvenile trials. Serving as a prosecutor Ms. Weathers worked tirelessly to...

Jennifer is very driven; which helps her be a strong and effective advocate for her clients. She believes in treating people who are dealing with difficult situations as well as happy events such as adoptions and prenups with dignity, compassion, and respect while providing excellent representation and personal service. Born and raised in the North Dallas area; Jennifer graduated from Plano Sr. High in 1993. Four years later, she received her Bachelor of Science degrees in Criminal Justice, Business Law and English from UNT. Following college, she took two years off to begin her family before continuing her education and going...

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.

Richard C. McConathy is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Denton and Collin County areas of Texas. He righteously defends people in matters of criminal law including DUI, DWI, white collar crimes, assault, burglary, drug possession and trafficking. He practices at municipal level and handles state appeals. Richard McConathy earned his Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in Fort Worth, Texas. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Texas. Upon graduation from law school in 2002, McConathy opened his own...

"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...

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...

Murray L. Bristol started this firm in order to provide quality representation for individuals and families for serious injuries and legal issues that they have suffered. Bristol previously prosecuted felonies as an Assistant District Attorney for the El Paso County District Attorney's office. After leaving the District Attorney's Office, Bristol worked for a prominent law firm with offices in Dallas and Tulsa. One of the former partners of this firm became Governor of Oklahoma. While an attorney for this firm, Bristol litigated all types of cases from serious injury and death cases involving multi-state liability against national corporations to car...

Albin Yates Balius Roach believes in aggressively preserving the truth for our clients while advancing the integrity of the profession. We also recognize that we cannot successfully cast a positive vision for our clients’ futures without possessing one for ourselves. The attorneys, paralegals and support staff of Albin Yates Balius Roach have chosen to commit their time and talent to the firm because we believe in the firm’s priorities and its future.

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...

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...

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...

Originally from California, Erik M. Locascio moved to the Houston area in 1997, where he attended Clements High School in Sugar Land. After graduating, he attended The University of Texas at Austin, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in English. Erik then began law school at the University of Houston Law Center, eventually graduating in May of 2011. After studying for and taking the Texas bar exam, Erik was admitted to practice law in November of 2011. In 2012, Erik accepted a prosecutor position at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, where he handled hundreds of cases, both...

Founder and Managing Attorney of one of the premier law firms in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area focusing on personal injury cases in representing those injured in an automobile accident and providing criminal defense involving DWI, Assaults, and Drug charges. As a former Dallas County Assistant District Attorney assigned to the felony trial division and with over 100 jury trials tried to verdict, my practice takes exceptional pride in advocating for clients by executing their goals not only in the court room but having the razor-sharp ability to effectively negotiate and close a deal. We are settling our personal injury cases...

Julio Paredes is a Licensed Attorney under the Texas Bar Association, and is a Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).

He graduated with High Honors and obtain his Juris Doctor from the UNT College of Law in Dallas, Texas. Mr Paredes also has a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the University of Texas at Arlington, where he graduated with the Highest Honors.

Upon obtaining his law license, Mr. Paredes opened up his own law firm and has been representing many people in all aspects of immigration, auto accidents, family law, criminal law, real estate...

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...

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...

An experienced trial attorney, primarily focused on criminal defense, child custody, divorce, real estate and business matters. My client selection criteria are based on merits as opposed to finances. I believe that, in decades past, citizens had greater access to representation in the courts, but that, due to changes in the profession and the economy, access to justice has become a problem for many. I try to address that problem by keeping my practice small, focused, selective, and project-based instead of volume-based. It works very well. I have also learned that maintaining credibility inside and outside the courtroom is not...

Mark T. Lassiter, J.D., is a tough, criminal defense attorney whose knowledge and experience belie his age. A former prosecutor for the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, Lassiter has experience handling a wide variety of criminal cases. He has also served in the Armed Forces for 10 years. Lassiter began his career in the military at the age of 18, as an Airborne Infantryman, where he served as part of the 143rd Long Range Surveillance Team (LRS). Lassiter graduated with honors from Texas A&M University, earning his degree in Business Management. From there, he attended the South Texas College...

Sugar Land criminal defense attorney Adam Capetillo is highly-skilled in this complex area of law. Backed by years of experience, he has a comprehensive understanding of Texas criminal and personal injury law.

He and his team can effectively guide you throughout the entire legal process while helping you make well-informed decisions about the future. Whether you were charged with DWI, a drug crime, a felony, or any other criminal act, he can assist you. Attorney Capetillo will fight for a reduction or complete dismissal of the charges you are facing.

Attorney Capetillo is also a caring and capable personal injury attorney in...

Gabe Perez is an associate attorney at Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC. Gabe holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Gabe earned his Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University’s College of Law and was a visiting student at the University of Oklahoma School of Law.

During his time at UTEP, Gabe was a Senator-at-Large for the Student Government Association, a member of the UTEP Men’s Division 1 Track & Field Team, and a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. Gabe excelled in college track and field and was part of two...

Ben is experenced in complex criminal matters. Trial experience in DWI, Intoxication Manslaughter, Intoxication Assault, Drug Possession, Murder, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Robbery, Family Violence, Theft, Forgery, Credit Card Abuse and others.

A former Harris County prosecutor, Rosario Stornello has since gone on to become one of Houston's leading criminal defense attorneys. With nearly a decade of experience as a prosecutor, Rosario has a unique insight into the workings of the criminal justice system and he brings this understanding to the table in his work defending clients. His work as a defense lawyer has earned him accolades such as the 10.0 "Superb" score on Avvo and inclusion in the Houstonia Top Lawyers list.

Mark Diaz has been aggressively defending the rights of Texans for over fifteen years. A 1998 graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law who obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Houston, Mark concentrates his practice solely in the area of criminal defense. He is admitted to practice law in all Texas state courts as well as federal court in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Mark is a seasoned litigator who has tried every kind of criminal defense case.
Mark understands that being charged with a crime is an emotional and personal challenge. He...

Experienced Attorney Licensed in Iran and Criminal Defense Attorney in the State of Texas Having successfully handled complex legal matters in Iran, I am well-prepared and have transmitted my skills and expertise to the U.S. legal system. My admission to the Texas Bar reflects my dedication to expanding my professional horizons and serving clients within the United States. Drawing on my extensive legal experience, I offer a comprehensive skill set that spans various practice areas, including civil litigation, contract negotiations, corporate law, torts, and regulatory compliance. I pride myself on my analytical abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills, which...

My firm provides comprehensive legal services and sound, reasoned advice. My wide range of experience, in state and federal courts, lets me deliver efficient and effective representation with your best interest always the primary goal. Litigation is about balancing risk; the art of law is balancing risk and cost to obtain the best possible result for the client. Common sense, excellent education and practical experience are combined with my personal desire to help each of my clients. You are important to me.

Dallas Attorneys Darrin Berlof and Everett Newton are founding partners at the law firm of Berlof & Newton, P.C. Berlof & Newton, P.C. provides legal representation in all Criminal Defense matters, including, but not limited to, DWI’s, assault, theft, burglary, drug, weapons and traffic ticket cases.

Attorney Darrin Berlof has been representing traffic offenders in Municipal and Justice of the Peace courts in Dallas County and surrounding cities for over 20 years, helping drivers maintain their driving privileges, protect their driving record, avoid increased insurance premiums and avoid the assessment of points and surcharges.

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Kelly A. Carter is originally from Southern Illinois where he graduated from Belleville Township High School East. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Harding University and quickly followed up by earning a Masters of Political Science from the University of North Texas. At the age of 25, he joined the United States Air Force and served on active-duty for over eight years. He began his military service by undergoing rigorous flight training at Naval Air Station Pensacola and after receiving his wings, he was stationed back in Texas as a B-1B Bomber Weapon Systems Officer. He deployed...

Attorney G. Thayer Williamson is a Dallas drug crime attorney who is prepared to take on your case and fight for you! When you come to The Law Office of G. Thayer Williamson, you can rest assured in the support you can receive because Attorney Williamson has earned his highly-respected reputation. He understands the weightiness of what’s at stake—your future. More importantly, however, he knows how to fight for you and the resolution that is in your best interests. He received his Juris Doctorate at Southern Methodist University School of Law, after earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas...

Martin J Rubin has practiced law in the State of Texas since 1977. Martin J Rubin currently represents persons with criminal cases and traffic tickets. If you need an occupational driver's license or expunction of a criminal record call my office. Graduate of SMU Law School and Cornell University.

Keith D. Harris is a partner at Harris and Harris Law Group, PLLC. He is an experienced litigator who practices criminal defense in state and federal courts. Prior to practicing criminal defense, Keith had 11 years of prosecuting cases and trial work. Harris and Harris Law Group prides itself on the individual attention clients receive. They sit down with each client, listen to the details of their case and provide exemplary legal representation.

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...