Santa Maria Criminal Lawyers

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.

Prior to becoming licensed in 1997, I was employed in law enforcement. I served 23 years in the USAF, first as an enlisted member in law enforcement and then as an officer in the Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG), where I served almost exclusively as a criminal defense attorney. Following my retirement in 2008, I continued practicing in the private sector. My prior military experience gives me the ability to identify with military members and the unique issues they face in family and criminal law. I have lived in the Schertz area since 2001, and am...

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.

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,...

JASON J. JAKOB, ESQ. Mr. Jakob is a Co-Founder and Senior Partner of Diaz Jakob, LLC. His practice is focused on business and corporate litigation, commercial transactions, constitutional law, family law and civil litigation. Mr. Jakob received his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from University of Houston Law Center, and his Bachelor's degree from University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas in Political Science, Magna Cum Laude. After attending law school he served as a General Counsel of Core Funding Group, L.P., until starting his own law firm in 2006. As General Counsel, Mr. Jakob managed the legal department of the company....

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...

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.

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...

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....

The Law Office of Victoria Broussard serves Harris, Montgomery, and Liberty Counties and prides itself on offering premium, specialized legal services tailor made for each client's unique needs. Unlike lawyers who offer little in terms of personal service, when I meet with clients, I take the time to understand their legal concerns and fears. I am focused on the human aspect of your pending legal issues, and I am always thinking about my clients' best interests. At my law office, you are not "just" a client or another case - you are an individual, just like me, with real fears,...

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.

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...

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.

Attorney and Counselor at Law

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.

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,...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

I am a general practitioner. This includes criminal defense, family law, and civil disputes such as contractual conflicts, personal injury, and consumer rights causes of action.

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...

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