Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin | 81 available

81 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Austin, Texas. These lawyers are rated between 3.3/5 to 3.7/5 and 56% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $42 to $70 per hour.

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Active Lawyers

48 - 81

Hourly Fees

$249 - $378

Free Consultations

42% - 70%

Average Rating

3.3 - 3.7 ★

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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Solomon Bedford

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: The Bedford Law Firm, PC

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

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Roberto Rodriguez

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Law Office of Roberto L. Rodriguez LLC

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

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David Lamb

Location: Austin 78766

Firm: Law Office of David P Lamb

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

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Stephen C. McMains

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Stephen C. McMains Attorney at Law

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

Christian Harrison

Location: Austin 78749

Firm: Christian Harrison

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

Stu Preston

Location: Austin 78715

Firm: Stu Preston

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

Paul J. Van Osselear

Location: Austin 78759

Firm: Van Osselaer, Cronin & Buchanan L.L.P.

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

Warren L. "Rip" Collins Jr.

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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Michael Gibson

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Vinson & Elkins L.L.P.

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

Olin R. Hale

Location: Austin 78758

Firm: Olin R. Hale

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

Bill White

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: The Law Office of Bill White

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

Guillermo J. Gonzï¿½lez

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Buford and Gonzalez, LLP

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

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David A. Sheppard

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: David A. Sheppard

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

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David Minton

Location: Austin 78701

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

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

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Alan Cohen

Location: Austin 78731

Firm: Stahl, Bernal, Davies, Sewell and Chavarria

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

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Peter Plunkett

Location: Austin 55912

Firm: Plunkett and Associates, Inc.

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

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Keith Hampton

Location: Austin 78731

Firm: Keith S. Hampton

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

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Heidi Lee Heinrich

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Heinrich Law, PLLC

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

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Michelle Sandner

Location: Austin 78711

Firm: Looper, Reed and McGraw, A Professional Corporation

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

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Jay Warren

Location: Austin 78703

Firm: Whole Foods Market

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

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Ruben Barrera

Location: Austin 78704

Firm: Barrera Ruben I Attorney

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

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L. Mark Grace

Location: Austin 78735

Firm: The Law Office of L. Mark Grace

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

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Roy Q. Minton

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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David N. Smith

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: David N. Smith

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

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Leon Grizzard

Location: Austin 78701

Firm: Leon Grizzard

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

Top Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers by ZIP

Austin in 78701, Texas

Austin in 78766, Texas

Austin in 78749, Texas

Austin in 78715, Texas

Austin in 78711, Texas

Austin in 78735, 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.