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Michael Sheppard

De Witt County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 32 years experience

(361) 275-2612 307 N Gonzales St
Cuero, TX 77954

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Joseph R. Echavarria

Karnes County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 10 years experience

(830) 583-2828 322 West Main
Suite 102
Kenedy, TX 78119

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Southern Methodist University

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Gary Gibson

Karnes County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 21 years experience

(830) 583-2828 322 West Main
Suite 102
Kenedy, TX 78119

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
South Texas College of Law

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Kenneth Bigham Jr

Fayette County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 28 years experience

(800) 231-8712 717 Lyons Ave
Schulenburg, TX 78956

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family

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Ken Bigham Jr. has been licensed to practice law since 1989. Since that time he has made it his mission to empower and defend those who find themselves up against the overwhelming odds of large corporations and organizations. With a focus on personal injury law and criminal defense, Ken has spent the last two decades providing experienced guidance and dedicated legal service.

(713) 859-7754 3668 Burke Road
Pasadena, TX 77504

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Edward Paul Wilkinson

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 11 years experience

(361) 489-3414 111 S. Main St.
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal
South Texas College of Law

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Richard "Trey" Hicks III

Caldwell County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 20 years experience

(830) 875-6450 201 S. Laurel Ave.
Luling, TX 78648

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Estate Planning and White Collar Crime
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University

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Bill Brannen Caraway

Lavaca County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 26 years experience

(361) 798-1700 210 N. Texana St.
Hallettsville, TX 77964

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, DWI and Family

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Constance Filley Johnson

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 11 years experience

(361) 578-1811 214 S. Main St.
2nd Floor, Filley Building
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal and DWI
Texas Southern University

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Douglass Anderson

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Attorney.

(866) 576-9790 109 W. Santa Rosa
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family

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David Alan Disher

Fayette County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 33 years experience

(979) 263-5174 1167 FM 2144
Schulenburg, TX 78956

Criminal and DWI

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Eduardo Xavier

Gonzales County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 14 years experience

(830) 672-8773 931 N St Joseph St
Gonzales, TX 78629

Criminal, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning

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Lidia Serrata

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 39 years experience

(361) 578-7884 302 E Constitution St
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family

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Brian Joseph Hrach

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 12 years experience

(361) 582-5874 205 N Bridge St
Victoria, TX 77901

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Norman Davis Jones

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 45 years experience

(361) 576-5066 106 N Main St
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal and DWI

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Travis Mitchell Hill

Lavaca County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(361) 596-8888 401 N Lavaca
Moulton, TX 77975

Criminal, Business, Consumer and Divorce

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Rachel Fiser Klotzman

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(361) 575-0468 205 N Bridge St
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal

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David Benning

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience

(361) 574-9700 206 N Liberty St
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning

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Stephen Bret

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 19 years experience

(361) 575-0468 205 N Bridge St
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal, Divorce, Family and Juvenile

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Patti Lea Hutson

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 16 years experience

(361) 579-6297 110 E Constitution St
Victoria, TX 77901

Criminal, Business, DWI and Divorce

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Roy Lee Warren

Hays County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 26 years experience

(512) 392-5188 1775 Oakwood Loop
San Marcos, TX 78666

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Houston College of Law Houston and South Texas College of Law

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Roy was born and raised in Texas, graduating from Texas City High School. The same night his HS class held its graduation ceremony Roy was in North Dakota getting married at just 18 years old to his sweetheart, Laurie from Walhalla, North Dakota. They met one summer when they were just 15 years old. After his parents and family went back to Texas, Roy and Laurie stayed in contact by writing letters (occasionally speaking on the phone) until Roy was able to go to ND (after HS) to get married. Then after their marriage, they lived and worked in...

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Juan Antonio Lozada

Travis County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 12 years experience

(210) 995-3782 4425 S Mopac, Ste 105
Austin, TX 78735

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
University of Houston - Main Campus, St. Mary's University School of Law and Ohio State University - Columbus

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he Law Office of Juan Antonio Lozada was founded with one goal in mind - to provide high-quality legal services to clients needing assistance with matters of immigration, personal injury and criminal law in the Austin, San Antonio and surrounding counties. Customer service and zealous representation are essential to our practice. At our firm, we do not deny our clients service because they cannot pay a large retainer up front. We accept payment plans and can start most cases with a down payment of between $500.00 and $750.00. Your first consultation is free and we do meet with clients after...

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Stephen Lyle Hamilton

Nueces County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience

(800) 456-7838 500 N. Shoreline Blvd., Suite 703
Corpus Christi, TX 78413

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime

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Board Certified in Criminal Law, AV Rated, tried over 100 jury trials and a published author, I wrote the book on DWI defense. Before you talk to ANY lawyer get a copy of my DWI Survival Guide, A Citizen's Protection Manual for a DWI Arrest. While other lawyers "advertise" expereince I will show you how my trial experience of over 100 trials can help in your case. My name is Stephen Hamilton; I am a Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney who focuses on DWI cases. I have spent my sixteen years of practice on...

(800) 456-7838 802 Main Street
Lubbock, TX 79401

112 S. Loraine Suite 505
Midland, TX 79701

4213 SW 21st Street Suite C
Amarillo, TX 79106

(800) 456-7838 500 Chestnut Street, Suite 1700
Abilene, TX 79602

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Kiele Linroth Pace

Travis County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 15 years experience

(512) 480-9020 401 Congress Ave
Suite 1540
Austin, TX 78701

Free ConsultationCriminal and Domestic Violence
University of Texas - Austin

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As an experienced criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor, I know how the criminal justice system works and what it takes to get good results. My goal in every case is to obtain not only a great result but also the best possible outcome for my client under the facts and circumstances of the case. Consequently, my clients have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that they can trust their lawyer to protect their legal rights and handle their cases in a way that ensures the best outcome for them. I have deep roots in Austin and practice...

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Stephen Hardy Gordon

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 18 years experience

(210) 531-9700 5820 IH-10 West
Suite 400
San Antonio, TX 78201

Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and Traffic Tickets

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CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE:

-Over 17 Years Experience as a Trial Lawyer in San Antonio, Texas
-Graduated in Top 10% of class at St. Mary’s School of Law
-Staff Writer and Editor of St. Mary’s Law Journal
-Author of Numerous Articles in publications such as St. Mary’s Law Review and San Antonio Lawyer Magazine
-Formerly worked at Texas Fourth Court of Appeals
-100's of hours of Continuing Legal Education in relevant Practice Areas
-10.0 Perfect Rating from AVVO.com Lawyer Rating Website

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Jodi Soyars

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 16 years experience

(210) 970-7146 310 South St. Mary's Street
Suite 1860
San Antonio, TX 78205

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Houston - Main Campus

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Jodi Soyars is an Aggressive & Experienced TRIAL LAWYER in San Anonio. She has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Criminal Law Attorneys, by Best DWI Attorney as one of the top 10 DWI Attorney's in San Antonio, and by the American Family Law Institute as one of the Top 10 Female Family Law Attorneys in San Antonio. While working to defend her client's freedom (& careers) in the criminal law courts, Jodi Soyars saw a need to help protect her client's rights to their children & property in the...

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Scott Fredrick Lemanski

Nueces County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 13 years experience

(361) 779-6036 400 Mann
Suite 700
Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Family and Juvenile
University of Pittsburgh School of Law

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Multi-State Barred Attorney, Scott F. Lemanski began practicing law in the Corpus Christi area in 2005. Scott served as an assistant district attorney exlusively in County Court at Law No. 5, handlng all aspects of juvenile prosecutions. During his tenure with the district attorney's office, Scott handled certifications, pleas, bench trials, and jury trials, with an attention to hard work and a belief that his work was making a difference in the lives of victims, juveniles and the community. Scott is well educated in the legal requisites regarding guardianship law. All this experience has provided Scott with a firm foundation...

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Phillip Wayne Goff

Nueces County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 23 years experience

(361) 592-4357 545 N Upper Broadway St
Suite #906
Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
South Texas College Of Law

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Phillip W. Goff has been practicing criminal law in the Coastal Bend of Texas for over 20 years, working closely with clients to achieve the best results possible under their circumstances. He prides himself on over-performing and earning the respect and appreciation of his clients. Guilty or not guilty, you deserve respect and quality representation. This firm is dedicated to the vigorous defense of clients' rights. The government is trying to take away your liberty. It's time to get professional help. Phillip W. Goff realizes a criminal case is likely...

(361) 592-4357 APPOINTMENT ONLY
403 S. 6th St.
KINGSVILLE, TX 78363

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David Matthew Collins

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 12 years experience

(210) 212-6700 206 E. Locust
San Antonio, TX 78212

Free ConsultationCriminal, Agricultural, Business and DWI
St. Mary's University School of Law

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I am admitted to practice in Texas Courts, U.S. District Courts - Western and Southern Districts of Texas, and the U.S. Supreme Court. I have the requisite skills, education, and experience to help serve your legal needs in Bastrop County and adjacent counties in Central Texas. I earned my Juris Doctor (JD) from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas, and I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin. I not only have the legal training and experience needed to provide legal representation, I also have the background, education,...

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Gerald Harris Goldstein

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 48 years experience

(800) 226-6465 310 S St Mary's St #2900
San Antonio, TX 78205

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DWI and White Collar Crime

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Gerald “Gerry” Harris Goldstein is a nationally known and respected defense lawyer and Past President of both the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America and Texas Lawyer’s Legal Legends, has been profiled in numerous publications, has served as an adjunct professor of law at University of Texas School of Law in Austin and at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, and is a fellow in the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of...

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Gary Churak

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 34 years experience

(210) 545-3850 14310 Northbrook Dr #210
San Antonio, TX 78232

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime

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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...

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Cynthia Eva Hujar

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 28 years experience

(800) 226-6465 310 S St Mary's St #2900
San Antonio, TX 78205

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DWI and White Collar Crime

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Cynthia Hujar Orr uses her extensive experience to aid those across Texas facing a range of criminal charges. She is a highly respected member of the criminal defense community and has received numerous awards for her contributions to her field. She is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law, a distinction earned by less than 10% of attorneys. After earning her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Cynthia began studying law at St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio. She received her license to practice law in Texas...

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Alex Hernandez Jr

Victoria County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience

(361) 575-3101 101 W. Goodwin
Suite 750
Victoria , TX 77901

Criminal, Business, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime

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Alex Hernandez has tried to judge and jury hundreds of cases in several areas over the past two decades. He litigates cases all over South Texas and Nationwide. When you need to assert your legal rights, you can rely on the client-focused service and tireless representation that you will find at The Law Offices of Alex R. Hernandez Jr., PLLC. Armed with a U.T. degree in Economics, real life experience in investments and finance, and years of personal experience as a business owner, Attorney Alex R. Hernandez Jr. can bring to you what most lawyers can’t bring to the...

(888) 439-5298 921 N. Chaparral
Suite 100
Corpus Christi , TX 78401

(210) 960-9008 300 Convent
Suite 1330
San Antonio, TX 78205

(512) 640-4099 3800 N. Lamar Suite 200
Austin , TX 78756

(956) 606-4284 1100 Matamoros
Laredo , TX 78040

(956) 307-4577 506 W. University
Suite 215
Edinburg , TX 78539

(214) 974-3778 1920 McKinney
Dallas , TX 75201

(855) 232-1418 221 N. Kansas Suite 700
El Paso , TX 76710

(713) 660-7018 405 Main St.
Houston, TX 77002

402 W. Main Street
Port Lavaca, TX 77979

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Christopher Peng

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 6 years experience

(210) 679-1818 319 S. Flores
Ste #107
San Antonio, TX 78204

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Immigration
St. Mary's University School of Law

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The Law Office of Christopher Peng - we are a San Antonio based, full service law office that specializes in immigration and criminal law. With extensive big firm experience, we are able to offer you personal and dedicated service. I never take for granted any opportunity I get to provide my services, and always remember I serve my clients’ best interests. Our office can help with all immigration issues ranging from family/residency cases, deportation and citizenship, to complex investment / employment based visas. We also have extensive experience in the Criminal Defense field here in Bexar...

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David Frank

Travis County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 24 years experience

(512) 499-0969 1212 Guadalupe Street
Suite 103
Austin, TX 78701

Criminal and DWI
Vermont Law School and Vermont Law School

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David Frank is based in Austin, Texas and is an experienced criminal trial lawyer. In April of 2014 he successfully challenged the Texas Mandatory DWI Blood Draw Statute and had the law overturned at the Court of Appeals. He is a Past President of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and regularly speaks on criminal law topics. Mr. Frank is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Strike Force Committee. He handles all felony and misdemeanor charges in State and Federal...

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Ms. Sylvia Ann Cavazos

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 20 years experience

(210) 682-8800 The Milam Building
115 E. Travis Street, Suite 1711
San Antonio, TX 78205

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Thomas M. Cooley Law School

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Attorney Sylvia A. Cavazos is a former prosecutor and worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Bexar county for 10 years. She has extensive criminal trial experience in Felony and Misdemeanor cases including 1st Degree Aggravated Felonies. Ms. Cavazos opened up her private law office in 2007. She is a highly motivated and aggressive attorney who knows the law and the criminal justice system. Ms. Cavazos is one of the top criminal lawyers in San Antonio and surrounding counties. She also practices in Federal Court in the Western District of Texas and also has federal...

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Josh Hopkins

Nueces County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 24 years experience

(361) 420-1394 802 N. Carancahua
Suite 2100
Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Products Liability
South Texas College of Law

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As the founding attorney at the firm Hopkins Law Group, PLLC, Corpus Christi lawyer Josh Hopkins offers legal assistance in criminal defense and personal injury cases. Since 1993, Attorney Hopkins has been licensed to practice law in the state of Texas. The Texas Board of Legal Specialization has certified him in the area of Personal Injury Trial Law. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and South Texas College of Law. Get more information today by contacting his firm.

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Mark Christopher Morales

Travis County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 15 years experience

401 W Congress Ave.
Suite 1540
Austin, TX 78701

Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
Texas Tech University School of Law

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Mark Morales is a Williamson County native who began his career as an Assistant District Attorney. Due to his reputation as a criminal trial lawyer, Mark made a remarkably fast rise to become a felony prosecutor. In fact, after only six month on the job, he was already assigned to work with FBI agents and Texas Rangers on a high profile murder case. Since then, he has been the lead trial lawyer in cases ranging from murder, sexual assault, drug offenses, and assault family violence. In addition, as a prosecutor and defense attorney Mark has worked on thousands of DWI...

(512) 930-5511 307 Rock Street Bldg. 2
Georgetown, TX 78626

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Kerrisa Chelkowski

Bexar County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 15 years experience

(210) 201-7821 1017 South Alamo Street
San Antonio, TX 78210

Criminal, Appeals, DWI and Juvenile

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Beginning her legal career as a prosecutor with the Bexar County District Attorneyâs Office and as a special prosecutor at the Medina County District Attorneyâs Office, Attorney Kerrisa Chelkowksi has gained invaluable experience. Knowing and understanding how the other side of the courtroom operates provides a tremendous advantage to her overall case defense. Using creative strategies, she is more easily able to protect her clientsâ rights in a way that is both aggressive and strong. Ranked as a 10.0 Superb Avvo rated lawyer by both her peers and past clients, this is the highest possible score that an attorney can...

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David C. Hardaway

Hays County, TX Criminal Law Attorney. 8 years experience

(512) 805-6613 100 E. San Antonio St.
Suite 201
San Marcos, TX 78666

Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
University of Arkansas - Fayetteville

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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.

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Robert Matthew Kyle

Comal County, TX Criminal Law Lawyer. 19 years experience

(830) 620-9402 707 N. Walnut Avenue
New Braunfels, TX 78130

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Personal Injury
University of Texas - Austin

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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.

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Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid
(361) 576-1274
Victoria, TX

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