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Michael Ray Walzel
Beaumont, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Estate Planning and White Collar Crime
The Walzel Law Firm is a solo practice where personal attention to your case can be expected. Having served the people of Southeast Texas for over 25 years with their legal problems, put experience on your side.
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Wm. Marcus Wilkerson
Beaumont, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Consumer, DUI & DWI and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
William Marcus Wilkerson is an attorney licensed in the State of Texas. He is generally referred to by his middle name, "Marcus."
Marcus Wilkerson graduated from West Orange-Stark High School in 1998. He then spent three years at Texas A&M University but left before he completed his undergraduate degree. He picked up undergraduate studies in 2005, receiving his Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) and graduating summa cum laude from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. He then went on to South Texas College of Law from which he graduated with honors in December of 2010.
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Sterling Bowers
Post, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 1 year of experience
Criminal Defense, Agricultural, Business and Personal Injury
University of Wyoming College of Law
Sterling J. Bowers brings a unique combination of determination, understanding, and legal acumen to every case he handles. Born and raised just north of Texico, New Mexico, his early years were spent ranching, participating in rodeos, and working in agricultural construction. These experiences instilled in Sterling the values of hard work, perseverance, and integrity from a young age. He pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of Nebraska and later graduated from the University of Wyoming College of Law. It was there that he found my passion for trial law, evidenced by his success in every trial competition he participated...
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Bruce K. Warren
El Lago, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Widener University Delaware School of Law
At Warren Law, I, Bruce K. Warren, Esq., fully comprehend the emotional strain that criminal charges can impose on you, your spouse, and your children. I am dedicated to safeguarding you from unjust prosecution and upholding your rights.
I have been practicing criminal law across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York for over 23 years. My extensive experience in these states equips me to handle a wide range of criminal law cases effectively.
Warren Law is also excited to announce that we are now offering services for criminal record expungements in New Jersey.
As the lead attorney at Warren Law, I am here...
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Jennifer Lee Carpenter
Friendswood, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 24 years of experience
(713) 201-6767
1506 Winding Way, Suite 504
Suite 504
Friendswood, TX 77546
Criminal Defense
J.L. Carpenter has worked both sides of the aisle, prosecuting and defending people facing criminal charges. In addition to gaining trial experience as a prosecutor, Attorney Carpenter has trained under highly skilled defense lawyers. In 2006, J.L. Carpenter worked alongside the Honorable Craig A. Washington in United States v. Tyrone Mapletoft Williams what became known as the truck driver case. In 2008, Lawyer Carpenter also assisted Attorney Chip B. Lewis in the State of Texas v. Timothy Shepherd a highly publicized murder trial in Harris County, Texas. What that means for you as a client is that...
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Silverio A. Martinez Jr.
Laredo, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 22 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
Silverio Martinez is a highly respected criminal defense and personal injury attorney with over two decades of legal experience. Based in Laredo, Texas, he began his legal career at the esteemed law firm Lopez Peterson before serving as a prosecutor in the Webb County District Attorney’s Office. During his tenure, he rose to leadership roles, including Chief of the Narcotics Unit and a leading figure in domestic violence prosecutions. This unique experience gave him a comprehensive understanding of how criminal cases are built and prosecuted.
Today, Mr. Martinez leverages his background as a former prosecutor to offer aggressive, strategic defense for...
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Greg Gaines
Conroe, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
William Mitchell College of Law
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Don Richardson
Lufkin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Probate
University of Texas - Austin
I began practicing law in Lufkin, Texas in 1994. I represent clients in Social Security Disability / SSI claims, family and probate matters, and criminal defense. I primarily practice in Angelina, Nacogdoches, Houston, Trinity, and Polk Counties, but will occasionally travel to other areas, depending upon the needs of the client.
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Robert L Keates
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Hofstra Univ School of Law
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...
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Malcolm Miranda
McKinney, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Juvenile
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
A Small Criminal Defense Firm with a Big Heart
Attorney Malcolm Miranda
At Malcolm Miranda & Associates, I support both English and Spanish-speaking clients in criminal law matters. My firm is intimate enough to treat you like family, yet we offer a range of professional services that can guide you through significant legal challenges that may affect your life now and in the future.
I bring a wealth of experience to your case, derived from previous roles as a local prosecutor, county attorney, and private litigator. My diverse background and professional training equip me with the skills necessary to vividly present your situation...
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H. Alex Fuller
McKinney, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Baylor Law School
Alex has represented clients in criminal and civil cases in every level of trial court in Texas as well as in Federal District Court. He has also successfully represented clients in front of Texas Appellate Courts and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Before opening his own firm, Alex worked for one of the largest law firms in Texas where he litigated multi-million dollar business and commercial cases. Before that, he was an Assistant District Attorney in Tyler, Texas, where he was appointed Chief Misdemeanor Prosecutor by the end of his first year on the...
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Raymond Hopson Jr.
Royse City, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Bankruptcy, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Texas A&M University - College Station
I still make house calls. I know your time is valuable and sometimes you just can't get away from the baby, work, school, etc. That's why I am willing to come to you. We can have an initial phone consult to discuss your needs then we will set up a time and I will drive to the appointment wherever you are, I will bring all necessary paperwork to get you started. As your case progresses, I will make appointments with you as it becomes necessary. I concentrate in bankruptcy law and criminal law however, my office is a full service...
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William Henry Underwood
McKinney, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Attorney Will Underwood is an attorney who prioritizes his clients’ needs in every case they bring to him. He is relentless like a bulldog and has even made cops cry on the stand before. However, he is compassionate with each of his clients and seeks to do everything he can in their service. At Underwood & Associates, everything is about the clients, not the firm. Attorney Underwood is always seeking to find an edge in his clients’ cases and aims to strategize innovative approaches to every situation his clients face. In fact, he is currently working on becoming a forensic...
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Ryan Kreck
McKinney, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
South Texas College of Law
Ryan is a seasoned and successful trial attorney who practices almost exclusively in criminal defense. Ryan has secured verdicts of NOT GUILTY in cases with very serious charges ranging from Continuous Sexual Assault of a Child, Aggravated Assaults, and felonies, as well as misdemeanor cases. Ryan has both the reputation for and the experience of trying difficult cases. His skill in trial allows him to come up with the best strategies for his clients, giving them the best opportunity to succeed.
Ryan is board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of legal specialization since 2021. This distinction is held...
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Emmanuel Albarado
Sanger, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Regent University School of Law
The Albarado Law Firm, P.C., serves clients in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex & North Texas areas with criminal defense. Founding lawyer & former prosecutor Emmanuel Albarado believes that we all have a story to tell, his story is one of redemption & perseverance.
The son of a world champion boxer, Emmanuel was born with a fighting spirit. He now brings this fighting spirit to your case & is ready to work diligently to provide you with the legal representation you deserve.
After graduating from law school, Emmanuel served as an assistant county attorney in Cooke County, TX, prosecuting a wide range of...
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Michael E. Goodman
Rockwall, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
South Texas College of Law
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Ryne Thomas Sandel
Frisco, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Criminal Defense
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
Ryne Sandel graduated from Texas A&M University with a Major in Psychology and Minors in Philosophy and Sociology. He attended law school at Texas A&M University School of Law (formerly Texas Wesleyan School of Law) in Fort Worth. Ryne was on the Dean’s List, served as a teaching assistant, and graduated number 6 in his graduating class.
As an advocate, Ryne Sandel will fight for his clients. Ryne prides himself on his ability to stand toe to toe with anyone in the courthouse. Cutting his litigation teeth by winning numerous awards in national level mock trial competitions, he was coached, trained,...
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Robert L Keates
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney
(512) 761-5297
901 Mopac Expressway South
Building 1, Suite 300
Austin, TX 78746
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Hofstra University and California Western School of Law
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.
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Tommy W Hull
Abilene, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Texas Tech University School of Law
As a former felony chief prosecutor for the state of Texas, Tommy understands that just because someone is charged with a crime does not make them a bad person. It fact, being charged with a crime does not even make someone guilty of anything. It is the state’s responsibility and burden to prove guilt in a criminal case and there are many obstacles and areas of weakness that may be discovered and attacked by an aggressive criminal defense firm seeking to protect your rights. Tommy would like nothing more than the opportunity to use his exceptional...
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Richard John Segura Jr
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 32 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
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.
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Robert Buford III
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
University of Houston - Main Campus
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.
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Samuel Bassett
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Criminal Defense and Family
The University of Texas School of Law and The University of Texas School of Law
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.
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Jeremy Shane Sylestine
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
University of Virginia School of Law
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...
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Zachary Seth Bidner
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
University of Oklahoma College of Law
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...
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Kellie Bailey
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Jeff L. Pierce
Plano, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
After graduating from Sam Houston State University with a degree in law enforcement and political science, attorney J.L. Pierce spent three years working as a police officer for the Houston Police Department. After graduating from Southern Methodist University's Dedman School of Law, Mr. Pierce worked for three years as an Assistant District Attorney for the Collin County District Attorney's Office, where he prosecuted felony and misdemeanor cases. Mr. Pierce has maintained a private practice in Plano, Texas for over 20 years, establishing our criminal defense firm in 1986.
Mr. Pierce has been providing zealous representation of criminal defendants in Collin County,...
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Steven William Clary
DALLAS, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Texas A&M University School of Law
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...
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Mr. Charles C Guidry
Cypress, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 53 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Consumer, Divorce and Personal Injury
Texas Southern University
Charles C. Guidry has more than 40 years' legal experience handling diverse civil litigation to include an international, interstate and intrastate caseload. He specializes in family law, criminal law, personal injury, mortgage fraud and contract law. His law Firm has developed and implemented litigation, discovery, settlement and trial strategies. The Firm represents clients in jury trials, court trials and appeals. Attorney Guidry has represented a major corporation in negotiating a contract in Nigeria, Denmark, Zurich and the Philippines. Attorney Charles C. Guidry practice law in the State of California from 1972 to 1980 in all of the State...
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Rick T. Dunbar
Abilene, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Texas Tech University School of Law
Rick Dunbar has been helping injured people for over 13 years. Rick has experience in complex personal injury cases involving auto accidents, oil field accidents and medical malpractice. Rick is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Personal Injury Trial Law. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from the University of Houston. He then obtained his Juris Doctorate from Texas Tech University. Rick has been a member of the Texas Bar Association since 2000.
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Douglas L Wilder
Plano, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
South Texas College of Law
Doug was raised in Kansas by a father that taught him the most important lesson in work ethic: “If you are going to do a job, do it right or not at all!” This is why Doug puts in the time and effort even when others would give up. He keeps fighting. It is that fundamental mindset that sets Doug apart from other lawyers.
It was also that mindset that led him to graduate Texas A&M as a “Distinguished Student”; not an easy task, but his dedication paid off and he moved on to law school.
Upon graduating from South Texas College...
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Richard Banks
Lockhart, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 54 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
My wife and I practice criminal defense together. We take criminal cases in Caldwell County only. We live in Lockhart, Texas. We can be reached 24/7 at 512 557.9539.
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Genaro Retta Cortez
San Antonio, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 22 years of experience
(210) 733-7575
730 West Hildebrand Avenue
Suite 2
San Antonio, TX 78212
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Texas Tech University School of Law
Hello. I was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. I am a graduate of Thomas Edison High School (c/o 1995), UT at Austin (c/o 1999), and TTU Law (c/o 2002). I became a licensed attorney on May 5, 2003.
My practice area focuses on State and Federal Criminal Defense. I have represented clients charged with major drug-trafficking offenses, RICO violations, federal firearms offenses.
My goal in every case is to provide each client with honest and objective advice. Most importantly, I will do everything legally and ethically possible to obtain the goals...
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Matthew J. Neufeld
Conroe, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
South Texas College of Law
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Leslie Donovan Banks
Lockhart, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
I practice criminal law with my husband, Richard Banks. We live in Lockhart and accept criminal cases in Caldwell County only. We both have 40 plus years experience. I was a Federal Prosecutor in Houston and also a Judge for ten years in Austin. We can be reached 24/7 at 512 557 9539 or 512 557 9025. We fight for our clients!
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Stella Ann Stevens
Conroe, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Family
University of Houston Law Center
With over 15 years of experience in both prosecution and defense, I, Stella Stevens, approach every case with intelligence, knowledge, and compassion. I am committed to fighting vigorously for my clients, much like a "junk yard dog." Understanding the immense stress that criminal charges can bring, given their potential impact on your future or that of a loved one, I handle each case with the dignity and urgency it deserves.
I proudly represent the sixth generation of my family in Texas and graduated from the University of Texas in 1996. My legal education continued at the University of Houston Law Center....
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Elizabeth Venturatos Ardeel
Conroe, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
South Texas College of Law
Elizabeth Ardeel is a former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney in The Woodlands and Conroe Texas. As a Prosecutor Elizabeth handled DWI, Assault Family Member, Theft, Public Intoxication, and crimes against children. She knows the government's playbook and can put her experience to work for you in Montgomery, Walker, Brazos, and the surrounding cities and counties.
Crimes:
DWI Charges
Assault Family Member
Theft
Public Intoxication
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2
Jurisdictions:
Montgomery County
Walker County
Brazos County
Grimes County
Waller County
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Jason R. Joyner
San Antonio, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Michigan State University
Mr. Jason R. Joyner is a criminal defense lawyer and was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas with a B.A. in Business. While he was an undergraduate student, Mr. Joyner spent his summers working in San Antonio as an intern for a prominent local attorney. During this time, Mr. Joyner learned first hand the intricacies of criminal defense practice while laying the foundation for his ability to deliver quality legal services for his clients. After his graduation from Southwestern, Mr. Joyner moved to East Lansing, Michigan, where he attended law...
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Joseph Aguilera
San Antonio, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Hello, my name is Joseph “Mick” Aguilera and I am a reputable criminal defense lawyer who serves clients in Bexar County and many surrounding counties in South Texas. As a San Antonio lawyer, I represent clients that are facing criminal charges. My commitment to my clients goes beyond the courtroom. I take a personal interest in each case and work with each criminal client to provide superior criminal defense
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Guillermo Lara Jr.
San Antonio, TX Criminal Defense Attorney with 15 years of experience
(210) 787-2842
310 South St. Mary's Street
Suite 965
San Antonio, TX 78205
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
As founder of the Law Office of Guillermo Lara Jr., San Antonio lawyer Guillermo Lara Jr. offers legal representation to people who have been accused of crimes. Attorney Lara has served as an attorney for countless Texans. Before establishing his firm, Mr. Lara worked at Halliburton Energy and as a Webb County Public Defender. He is a graduate of the Texas Tech University School of Law. Attorney Lara is a member of several professional associations including the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Contact his firm today to obtain more information.
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Richard F. Neville III
San Antonio, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Insurance Claims
The Law Offices of Richard F. Neville, III is a civil litigation law firm specializing in representing the seriously injured in San Antonio and South Texas.
Richard Neville has represented more than 1,000 injury victims during his more than 25 years of practice and has a proven track record of personal injury jury trials.
Richard Neville graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 1978 and from St. Mary's University School of Law in 1981.
Following law school, Rick worked as a briefing attorney for U.S. District Judge Filemon B. Vela (1981-1983) and for Fifth Circuit United States...