Lakehills Criminal Lawyers

As a partner at Fears | Nachawati, John manages the firm’s criminal defense and family law practice sections. These courtroom intensive areas of law often carry high stakes for those involved. John enjoys the challenge of arguing his clients’ cases before a judge and jury. Originally from Louisiana, John attended high school at the Culver Academies in Indiana. He attended Texas A&M University where he received his Bachelor's degree in Political Science. After college, John earned his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. John is licensed to practice in...

University of New Mexico
Director of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Graduation Date: 12/2010
Bachelor of Science, Arizona State University W.P. Carey
School of Business (2006)

Admitted to the Northern, Eastern, Western, & Southern Districts of Texas
Admitted as Creditor’s Agent in 155 bankruptcy courts 100 hours Pro Bono Club

E.R. "Ned" Turnbull is the Managing Partner of Turnbull Legal Group, PLLC. Judge Turnbull is a former State District Court Judge, Chief Judge of the Criminal Division, and a former Chief Prosecutor. He is a former Member of the Court of Criminal Appeals Rules Committee, the Court of Criminal Appeals Emergency Appellate Division, and the Trial Judges Association. Judge Turnbull has been endorsed by Chambers of Commerce, Newspaper Editorial Boards, Legal Bar Associations, and Law Enforcement and Safety Organizations. Judge Turnbull has been recognized in Marquis Who’s Who publications, including Who’s Who in the Law and Who’s Who in the World. Additionally,...

David E. Moore is a graduate of Baylor Law School. Practicing since 1985, he has handled a number of high profile cases. The vast majority of his focus is on criminal law. He has vigorously represented clients throughout the State of Texas and has also appeared in the courts of several other states. He holds an AV Preeminent rating (highest possible). David served as President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in 2017-2018.

Mr. Kovar has worked extensively with business owners and health care providers all over the country. As CEO of HealthTrust Software, he has a unique understanding of the health care industry and an in depth knowledge of business operations. His honest, innovative and intelligent approach helps his clients save time, money and energy. His experience allows for more informed decisions, which bring better results. Mr. Kovar received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston. He has a BA in Political Science from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Former Air Force Jag and Military Judge.

The founder of his own criminal defense law firm and a nationally recognized lecturer, E.X. Martin, III has been a strong advocate for his clients in Dallas, Texas, the Dallas Metroplex and throughout the surrounding counties for more than 40 years. Mr. Martin has concentrated his law practice entirely in the area of criminal defense, representing people before both state and federal courts.

Mr. Martin graduated from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law with his Juris Doctor in 1972. He is admitted to practice before all of the state courts of Texas as well as before the U.S. District Court...

Attorney RJ Harber is a former prosecuting attorney with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office . At the District Attorney’s Office, he gained substantial trial experience and an understanding of how to approach a case from the perspective of a prosecutor. Now, RJ Harber handles DWI cases in addition too other criminal case matters. RJ Harber will fight for your constitutional rights and hold the State to the highest of standards and is not afraid of taking your case to trial.

12 years experience. Licensed EMT. Rebel with a Cause.

Prior to entering the practice of law, Bobby L Phillips had a career in the corrections industry that spanned over 27 years. Bobby served as deputy warden and/or Senior Warden at multiple state and private correctional facilities. Having returned to his southeast texas home of Livingston, he now practices law in the area and is dedicated to providing honest and affordable representation to his clients. In addition to his law practice Bobby is a well regarded public speaker; speaking on his interesting background, career, family and faith.

Barrett comes from a family that has long been a part of the East Texas area. Barrett was born and raised in Tyler. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and played catcher for the school’s baseball team. After high school, Barrett attended Texas A&M University where he earned a degree in Sociology as well as a minor in Business. Right after graduating from Texas A&M, Barrett attended South Texas College of Law. After passing the bar, Barrett then went to work as a prosecutor in the Smith County District Attorney’s office where he learned the ins and outs...