Valera Criminal Lawyers

Ryan Hardy is a dedicated and experienced advocate for his clients. Selected as Super Lawyers Rising Star and a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine, Ryan is devoted to helping folks in need of solid legal representation. Ryan and his team have successfully handled thousands of cases in and around Tarrant County. They believe every client deserves skilled and tailored representation. Ryan and his team are focused on your future.

Ryan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Government/Political Science and a minor in Business Administration. After finishing his undergraduate degree, he...

I have a solid background in litigating both criminal and civil cases across various state and federal courts in the United States. My approach to litigation is marked by a relentless determination, which I also apply to criminal appeals. From my own experiences and those of my clients, I understand the complexities and challenges that arise when navigating the intricate court systems, which often prioritize efficiency over truth. The process can be daunting, with the layers of local, state, and federal procedures, compounded by the fear and anxiety of facing an uncertain future. In such times, maintaining clear and open communication...

John Robinson has been a criminal defense attorney with Bailey & Galyen since 1992. Board Certified in Criminal Law since 1998, he is among the top 10% of Texas attorneys with this distinction, demonstrating extensive experience in defending clients accused of crimes. With over 30 years of experience in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Mr. Robinson has secured numerous dismissals and not guilty verdicts. He is known for his unwavering commitment to protecting constitutional rights and ensuring every client receives aggressive, informed representation. A Dallas native, he earned his undergraduate degree from UT Arlington in 1988 and his law degree from the University...

Christopher D. Cavazos has over 15 years of experience handling thousands of criminal cases throughout San Antonio and the surrounding counties. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his B.A. in Government before moving on to receive his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary's School of Law. Mr. Cavazos has extensive experience in the criminal justice system, practicing law as both a defense attorney and as a prosecutor. Prior to BRCK Criminal Defense Attorneys, he served as a Prosecutor in Atascosa County and was appointed as a Special Prosecutor in both Wilson and Frio County. Mr. Cavazos specializes...

Katie L. Gomez is passionate about defending her clients against criminal charges. Her dedication to advocating for the accused is unmatched. She is both relentless and calculating in her approach. She is committed to obtaining the best results possible for her clients. One of her greatest strengths is determining whether an aggressive course of action or a more diplomatic approach best serves her client’s needs and will yield the best results. From the very beginning, Katie will sit down and explain every step of the criminal court process. Then, she carefully sets out a defense strategy that will best suit...

Novert Morales is the founding partner of Morales Law Office, Attorneys at Law, PLLC.. formally Morales & Navarrete, Attorneys at Law, PLLC. Morales Law Office has law offices in Austin, Midland, and Georgetown, Texas.

Novert Morales practices primarily in the areas of Criminal Law, Personal Injury, and in Federal Court. Novert Morales is the past Chair of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He is also a former Director with the Texas Young Lawyer Association and a former member of the Bar Leadership Committee and the Hispanic Issue Section of the...

Robert McCabe is a board certified, Georgetown based attorney who is 100% dedicated to criminal defense in Williamson, Bell and surrounding counties. Robert is a former prosecutor in both Bexar (San Antonio) and Williamson counties with over 17 years of full time trial experience handling criminal cases in both misdemeanor and felony courts. Robert has personally been involved in over 122 jury trials including dozens of DWI cases, intoxication manslaughter, possession of controlled substance, delivery of controlled substance, murder, robbery, aggravated assault, assault family violence, aggravated robbery, burglary, sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault of a child, indecency with...

Andrew M. Wolfe is an attorney licensed to practice in all state courts within the State of Texas. His primary areas of practice include criminal defense, expunctions, occupational licenses, and traffic tickets. Andrew’s primary office is in Belton, Texas, and a majority of his practice involves criminal cases in the Bell County District and County courts. As a former assistant district attorney, Andrew brings a well-rounded perspective to criminal matters, having prosecuted and tried before a jury cases ranging from traffic tickets to capital murder. Andrew understands that those accused of crimes often don’t know what to expect during the life...

Aggressive, trusted, and proven San Antonio Criminal defense lawyer with 26 years experience handling state and federal criminal defense. Representing citizens accused of offenses ranging from murder, manslaughter, driving while intoxicated, intoxication assault, assault family violence, possession of controlled substances, smuggling of persons, and motions to revoke probation in state and federal courts throughout Texas including San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, Val Verde County, Del Rio, Texas, Kinney County, Brackettville, Texas, and Frio, Uvalde, Atascosa, La Salle, Medina, Guadalupe, and Wilson counties.

Ashley Gilmore is a criminal defense attorney with Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC in Fort Worth, Texas. Her practice includes all felony and misdemeanor offenses in Tarrant County. Prior to joining Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC, Mrs. Gilmore served as an Assistant District Attorney with the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office, handling misdemeanor and felony cases before judges and juries.

Brandon Fulgham is a former Tarrant County and Collin County Prosecutor. As such, he held the following positions: felony prosecutor, grand jury prosecutor, misdemeanor prosecutor and misdemeanor court chief prosecutor (Collin County). While employed at the Tarrant County and Collin County District Attorney's office Mr. Fulgham tried over 75 jury trials in both district and county courts. Mr. Fulgham has also tried numerous cases to a judge, and presented hundreds of cases to the grand jury. At Fulgham Law Firm P.C. you will find a Fort Worth criminal lawyer who is aggressive and experienced in handling criminal cases.

Mr. Meza is the founder and lead attorney at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC. As a bilingual immigration and criminal defense lawyer, he has devoted his career to representing individuals in both immigration and criminal matters. With years of practice in these intertwined areas of law, Mr. Meza brings a deep understanding of how a criminal charge can impact immigration status—and how to respond swiftly and strategically when such situations arise. He has guided hundreds of clients through the legal system, assisting both immigrants and U.S. citizens who have been arrested or charged with crimes. His dual focus enables him to...

Matt Kyle has been practicing personal injury law and criminal defense for over 20 years. He is Board Certified in Personal Injury Civil Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocates and has recovered millions of dollars for clients. Matt is an award-winning New Braunfels injury attorney with a proven track record and dedication. He has been included in Texas Super Lawyers® and his firm was the New Braunfels Reader’s Choice winner for Best Attorney in 2010-2013. He puts his compassion, experience, and passion to help each client pursue justice.

Don Flanary serves as a passionate defense attorney to those facing criminal charges in the San Antonio area and across the State of Texas. He believes that attorneys should serve as more than just counselors to those in difficult situations, but that they are obligated to fight tirelessly for the futures of every client, no matter how challenging the situation may seem. With a decade of legal experience, Don Flanary has taken on a variety of both state and Federal charges in Bexar County, TX. Some of these charges include misdemeanors, felony drug charges, white collar crimes, and federal...

Kathryn “Katie” Heflin is an associate at Varghese Summersett, where she aggressively defends clients accused of misdemeanor and felony offenses in North Texas. Before joining the criminal defense firm, Katie served more than six years as a prosecutor at the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, where she handled hundreds of cases and had more than 30 jury trials. She now uses that experience and insight to aggressively defend clients accused of misdemeanor and felony offenses. Katie has handled just about every kind of case, ranging from DWI to capital murder. She is tough, tenacious and devoted to achieving the...

As a committed attorney focusing on criminal defense and personal injury, I dedicate myself to delivering outstanding legal services to each client. If you're facing charges from a DWI, drug offense, assault, theft, or any other criminal issue, I am prepared to defend your rights and fight for the most favorable outcome. I also possess a broad background in handling various personal injury claims. Should you suffer injuries from an accident, I am here to assist you in pursuing the compensation you rightfully deserve, covering medical expenses, lost wages, and the pain and suffering endured. At The Castro Law Office, PLLC, I...

I got into criminal law because I enjoy helping people. I never enjoyed family law cases because even if you get your client everything they want out of a case, chances are that they will still be unhappy. On the other hand, people who need representation for criminal cases are always thankful for the work you do for them and that is much more fulfilling to me.

But before that, I was just a college kid.

When I was in college, I studied physics, religion, mathematics and philosophy. After graduating, I played in a band and wrapped presents at Dillard’s for a...

Since completing my law degree in 2007, I have dedicated my career to practicing criminal defense. I gained initial experience working as a defense attorney at various firms before establishing my own practice in 2010. After over a decade as a solo practitioner, I am now a founding partner at Jones & De La Garza. My work encompasses all stages of a case, with a particular focus on post-conviction appeals and writs of habeas corpus. As lead counsel, I have successfully overturned more than 14 wrongful convictions. Currently, seven of my clients are listed in the National Registry of Exonerations,...

Mr. Halstead is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He began his legal career over 25 years ago as a prosecutor for Bexar County, Texas. He received his B.A. from Texas A&M University and J.D. degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. For 14 years Woody represented the State of Texas as a prosecutor in thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to murders and concluded his prosecution career as the First Assistant for the Bexar County D.A.’s Office. During his legal career, Woody also worked part-time...

I take immense pride in providing professional service to my clients. My office is dedicated 100% to the practice of criminal defense in Texas State courts. I value my clients' constitutional rights and will fight to protect them. My goal is to conduct a vigorous defense of my clients' cases in order to vindicate or mitigate their particular situation, thereby promoting justice through the practice of law.

I practice Criminal Law, Family Law, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury Law in Texas State and US Federal Courts. Navarro and Ellis Counties and this area of Central Texas has been home to my family for over 130 years. I pride myself in being a 5th Generation Navarro County Resident. I work hard for my clients and put their wishes first. Success, Aggression, and Common Sense is what you get when you hire me to be your attorney. I don't have any time to play with your life and the problems you are dealing with because...

Soon after obtaining his law degree from St.Mary's School of Law in 1986, Mario Del Prado chose to focus his practice on criminal defense. In 1991, Mario and his wife founded Del Prado Law, where they effectively represent clients in the San Antonio area. Mario is currently a Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mario has been recognized by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as Board Certified in Criminal Trial. Mario has been named as a “Texas Super Lawyer”...

Jonathan Lowe is a board certified criminal defense attorney in Tarrant County, Texas. As a former felony prosecutor for over 8 years, he is in a unique position to know what the government is thinking when it comes to prosecuting cases, which allows his clients to know what a good plea deal is, or when it is time to go to trial and fight for their rights. He has a successful track record with over 90 jury trials. Jonathan graduated from college from Texas A&M University, studying business management. He graduated magna cum laude and decided to expand his interests...

Robert Huseman is a partner at Varghese Summersett, a top criminal defense firm based in downtown Fort Worth. Prior to becoming a defense attorney, Robert served as a prosecutor for the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office for 18 years. Before that, he was an experienced Houston homicide detective who investigated more than 200 murders. All told, he has more than 30 years of experience in the criminal justice system - knowledge and skills that he now uses to aggressively defend people accused of crimes.

Attorney GARY F. CHURAK has been providing quality legal representation on criminal matters including but not limited to DWI, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, sex crimes and assaults since 1982. The Law Offices of GARY F. CHURAK is a small firm offering personal attention to each and every client's case. Attorney GARY CHURAK understands that being charged with a criminal offense is stressful not only for the client but also for the family. He is there to offer his experience and knowledge of the law to assist the client through this trying time. Attorney GARY...

I am an experienced criminal defense attorney primarily serving clients in Hays, Caldwell, Comal, Guadalupe, Travis, and Gonzales counties. My practice was founded here in San Marcos in 2010, and since then I have helped countless citizens accused protect their liberty as well as their good names. I love what I do, and I think that's apparent in the quality of service that my firm provides to our clients.

Charmaine Wilde is a dedicated attorney practicing in the areas of Probate, Guardianship, Juvenile and selected Criminal Defense. With her wealth of trial experience in criminal prosecution and defense, as well as civil litigation, she is a Certified Mediator to help people find legal resolution to their matters without the lengthy heartache and delay of a backlogged legal system. Charmaine is a volunteer in her local community by serving on the Hays County Bar Association Board as a Director for over 10 years, serving as President for half of that time. She also serves on the board for Hays County Crimestoppers and...

More than 30 years of combined experience as a Texas Prosecutor, Texas Narcotics Officer, and State & Federal Criminal Defense Attorney.

Cody Cofer is a master of the courtroom. His trial skills have helped thousands of clients get justice. He has been practicing criminal law for more than 16 years. Along the way, he worked as a prosecutor and a federal public defender. His defense style is characterized by imagination and ferocity. As a result of his experience and reputation, he serves as a law professor and is booked throughout Texas to speak to other criminal law attorneys. His cases have been featured on 20/20, Dateline, Snapped, and many other legal news and entertainment programs. He has obtained dismissals from prosecutors, “No...

"S. Rafe Foreman is the 2021 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award presented each year at the prestigious Educating Advocacy Teachers conference held at Stetson University School of Law. Rafe, a partner in Hutchison & Foreman PLLC, has been representing people who have been wrongfully accused, discriminated against, and/or physically and emotionally injured, since 1988. He is a trial lawyer, consultant and professor,...

Audrey Hatcher is an associate attorney at Varghese Summersett, a premier criminal defense firm in North Texas. Audrey focuses on state and federal criminal defense. She helps clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges, including intoxication-related offenses, drug crimes, sex cases, white-collar crimes, thefts, and assaults. Audrey is committed to providing clients with the best possible representation and achieving exceptional results.

Mr. Brashear's legal career began with a tour aboard the U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CG58). While aboard this U.S. Naval vessel, he defended the United States while visiting and taking in the cultural values of many other countries such as Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Germany, Spain, Italy and Greece. After completing his tour aboard U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CG58), Mr. Brashear had the pleasure of working with the Navy Legal Service Office Southeast Jacksonville, Florida; where he processed claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. While in Jacksonville, he was also stationed with the Trial Service Office Southeast where he...

J. Reid Perry, Attorney at Law, has been providing legal representation services for over 17 years as a solo practitioner. Serving Northwest Houston/Harris County, Montgomery County and Waller County; Reid is dedicated to helping his neighbors find solutions to their legal matters, whether this includes informal or formal mediation, a collaborative approach, or litigation. Reid's number one goal is to provide high-quality affordable legal representation while treating all his clients with dignity and respect. Reid believes most of his clients are best served by finding collaborative solutions to their family law issues, but is willing and able to...

Attorney James G. Sullivan has practiced criminal and juvenile defense law since 1994, and he is passionate about defending clients from governmental prosecution. Sullivan primarily focuses on family violence, violent crime, and juvenile defense. Sullivan frequently sets cases for a jury trial and forces the State to dismiss it or try to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. Sullivan has earned not guilty verdicts in jury trials on serious crimes and delinquencies, including assault of a family member, aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, deadly conduct, negligent homicide, burglary, assault of a public servant. Sullivan also frequently persuades the grand jury to dismiss...

Daniel Lazarine is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston, TX. Mr. Lazarine is a former prosecutor, and a graduate of the University of Houston Law Center.

Mr. Cortes has aggressively defended clients at trial in cases as routine as Driving While Intoxicated or as difficult as Murder. He has had scores of cases dismissed and countless others reduced to less serious offenses. However, his aggressive style is not limited to the area of Criminal Defense. He has also represented clients in innumerable bench trials, hearings and mediations in areas as diverse as Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Commercial Law and Family Law. While his offices are on the North Side of Houston, he also represents clients in Conroe, Fort Bend and Galveston. If you have a case...

Attorney Azam graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso, with a B.A. in Political Science, and a minor in Legal Reasoning in 2006. Before attending law school, he served as Director of Operations for an international corporation. He graduated from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 2012 and has been licensed with the Texas Bar since then. He is also fluent in Arabic. Mr. Azam's philosophy is always to prepare every case as though it is going to trial. He is a zealous advocate and trial attorney, he is experienced in contract negotiations and drafting, business formation and all...

D. B. Norton, PLLC is proud to serve clients in throughout the state of Texas in their time of need. Whether helping clients plan for the future, assisting clients during their time of loss, or helping someone clear their record, the Law Office of D. B. Norton, PLLC always goes the extra mile for the people it serves.

Attorney Dillon Norton understands that legal issues are often confusing for clients. Whether you need an estate plan are in need of probate and estate settlement services or are injured, he always takes the time to explain each step involved so you can...

Former Prosecutor, now helping citizens in Harris County and surrounding counties fight cases against them. Tried dozens of cases to a jury, highly skilled at negotiations and getting cases resolved. Studied at SMU School of Law and University of Arizona.

Judge Garcia served on the bench from January 01, 2021 to December 31, 2024. Judge Garcia now practices law and is authorized to officiate weddings by the State of Texas. Please feel free to contact Judge Garcia directly. Judge Garcia can officiate your wedding at the venue of your choosing and on any day. Judge Garcia is fluent in Spanish. Judge Garcia has officiated hundreds of weddings in different settings. Judge Garcia has two offices in Houston, Texas.