Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin | 81 available

81 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Austin, Texas. These lawyers are rated between 3.5/5 to 3.9/5 and 67% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $50 to $83 per hour.

Jeffrey David Miller Criminal Defense Lawyer

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Joann Torrez Criminal Defense Lawyer

Active Lawyers

48 - 81

Hourly Fees

$211 - $415

Free Consultations

50% - 83%

Average Rating

3.5 - 3.9 ★

Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview

Criminal Defense Case Timeline

Criminal defense cases in Austin typically resolve within 2 to 18 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and case specifics.

Austin Court Backlog

The estimated backlog of pending criminal cases in Austin courts ranges from 300 to 1,000, reflecting fluctuations in filings and court capacity.

Criminal Defense Austin Filing Volume

Austin sees an estimated 150 to 350 new criminal defense filings per month, based on recent public court data.

Criminal Defense Case Outcomes

Estimated resolution rates: 25% of cases resolve pre-litigation, 40% after filing but before trial, and about 10% succeed at trial. Outcomes vary widely by case.

81 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You

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Jeffrey David Miller

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Minton, Burton, Foster & Collins, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Jason McMinn

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: McMinn Personal Injury Lawyers - Austin Office

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Robert W. Lee

Location: Austin 78730

Firm: Rosenthal & Watson, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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James Martens

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Martens Law

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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John S. Butler

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: John S. Butler

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Erik Goodman

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Erik S. Goodman

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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David Slater

Location: Austin 78759

Firm: Slater & Kennon, LLP

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Stephen M. Orr

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Orr and Olavson

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Don Morehart

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Morehart and Weinman

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Jeffrey Peek

Location: Austin 78702

Firm: Peek & Toland, LLP

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Walter Prentice

Location: Austin 78716

Firm: Sergi & Associates, P.L.L.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Gavino Mendez

Location: Austin 78758

Firm: Mendez Law Group, LLP

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Ernest Lusk

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Lusk & Evans

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Joann Torrez

Location: Austin 78704

Firm: J. Torrez Law, P.C.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Trey Collins

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Minton, Burton, Bassett & Collins PC

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Jon Evans

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Lusk & Evans

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Jesus Andarza

Location: Austin 78704

Firm: The Andarza Law Office

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Kent C. Anschutz

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Kent C. Anschutz

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Norma Baker

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Law Office of Norma Gonzales Baker

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Rachel Rene Hernandez

Location: Austin 78759

Firm: Slater & Kennon, L.L.P.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Bryce E. Benjet

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Hull Henricks and MacRae LLP

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Erick A. Bovik

Location: Austin 78748

Firm: Erick A. Bovik

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Christopher Coco

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Deli Management, Inc.

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Patrick L. Reznik

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: George and Brothers, LLP

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

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Celeste I. Villarreal

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Law Offices of Catherine A. Mauzy

Experienced Criminal Defense attorney serving clients in Austin and surrounding areas.

Top Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers by ZIP

Austin in 78701, Texas

Austin in 78730, Texas

Austin in 78716, Texas

Austin in 78748, Texas

Fees, Reviews & Local Presence

Fees: Most criminal defense lawyers in Austin charge hourly rates between $200 and $500. Contingency fees are generally not applicable. Free consultations are offered by 60% to 80% of lawyers.
Reviews: Lawyer ratings average between 4.2 and 4.8 stars. 65% to 85% of lawyers have public reviews, with 8 to 30 reviews per lawyer on average.
Practice Focus: Approximately 35% to 55% of lawyers focus exclusively on criminal defense, while 45% to 65% handle multiple practice areas.
Local Availability: There are typically 5 to 18 criminal defense lawyers per Austin zip code, with clients traveling an average of 2 to 8 miles to their lawyer's office.

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Disclaimer: This content is based on aggregated public information and estimated market trends. It is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.