Top DUI Lawyers Near Me in Austin Area

• Family Law• Divorce• Custody and Child Support Litigation• Agreed and Uncontested Divorce• Divorce and Custody Litigation• Adoption• Mediation and Collaborative Law• Child Support• Grandparents rights and defense. During Mr. Evans’ 18 years of practice, he has obtained extensive court room experience and has over 100 jury trials to his credit.  Mr. Evans has successfully mediated many cases and is trained in collaborative law.. In 2010, Mr. Evans completed the requirements and has been recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and was honored to become board certified in Family Law.

William M. Hines, III received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston School of Law.  Mr. Hines began his legal career as a Public Defender in Florida.  Upon returning to Texas, Mr. Hines worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Travis County prosecuting for the State of Texas for five years.  He then opened his private practice in 1998 and soon thereafter became Board Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.  Throughout his extensive career, Mr. Hines has been asked to be an instructor at numerous Criminal Defense Seminars (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association - Criminal Trial College) in the State of Texas as well as an instructor at the University of Texas School of Law.  He also had the privilege of serving as the President of the Travis County Bar Association - Criminal Law Section.  Most recently Mr. Hines became on of the very few attorneys who are officially certified to administer the DWI Texas Field Sobriety Tests by graduating from the same training as Law Enforcement Agents.

When I'm not busy lawyering from 9 to 5, I am raising twin 3 year old boys with the help of my lovely wife.. My hobbies include reading almost anything non-fiction, playing chess and poker as well as playing - or should I say practicing? - the guitar and piano.

The key to defending your case is knowledge. The DWI man uses the knowledge he gained as a law enforcement officer making arrests and training others on how to conduct DWI arrests. His past combined with his commitment to studying the latest cutting edge science in DWI cases ensures you have the greatest chance of having your charges reduced, dismissed, or a not guilty verdict. Steve Bowling was born in Corpus Christi, Texas and has been a lifelong resident of Texas. He is a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelors of Science in Business Management and a Masters in Management. Mr. Bowling received his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from the University of New Hampshire School of Law.   Mr. Bowling is a veteran of the United States Navy, serving ten years on active duty. In the Navy Mr. Bowling filled numerous roles, including as a field training officer and watch commander for a military police unit at Naval Station Ingleside, Texas, where he gained invaluable knowledge to utilize in representing his clients.   Mr. Bowling resides in the Austin area with his wife and three children.   2015 National College for DUI Defense Summer Session Graduate, held at Harvard Law School.

Robert Aaron Mueller, born in St. Louis, Missouri, was admitted to the State Bar of Texas nearly 20 years ago. He graduated from Tarkio College in St. Louis and first came to Texas to attend St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio. He began his criminal law career at the Texas Attorney General's Office as an Assistant Attorney General and then turned to private practice in criminal defense, the field to which he would ultimately dedicate his career.. The well-known and now deceased Travis County Attorney Ned Granger, hired Aaron as an Associate at his well-established criminal law practice almost 20 years ago. Mr. Granger, the former County Attorney (elected 1968-1976), founded his practice in 1976. The firm quickly grew to become the "go-to law office" in the area, handling a large number of criminal cases. The downtown building that houses the Travis County Attorney's Office was re-named the Ned Granger building in his honor in 2002. Aaron worked for Ned Granger for eight years before becoming the lead attorney at Granger & Mueller, P.C. Handling criminal law exclusively, Aaron has served as lead counsel in over 6,000 criminal cases. He has led clients through and, many times, away from charges in each of Travis County's six misdemeanor courts and seven felony district courts. He is known for appreciating the differences and the defenses that every individual possesses. His good judgment and early strategizing have resulted in favorable outcomes for clients throughout the years.. Aaron is an active member of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Hispanic Lawyers Association, the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and the Austin Bar Association. He is a member of the Lloyd Lochridge, Robert Calvert Inn of Court. Aaron also serves on the Travis County Bail Bond Board, representing the defense attorneys of Travis County. Aaron is a regular volunteer at the Austin State School, a member of the University of Texas Club, and a past member of the Young Men's Business League.

Our firm is dedicated to representing clients who have been accused, are under investigation, or who have been charged or indicted in state misdemeanor or felony criminal matters. Criminal defense lawyer, Florencia Rueda has the resources and know how to handle all phases of your case, whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor DWI, an assault or family violence crime, or a serious felony offenses such as aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, robbery, burglary of a habitation, or burglary of a building. Our firm will work tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome for our client’s case.

My practice focuses on representation of plaintiffs in personal injury cases and defendants in DWI criminal charges, including administrative license revocation hearings.. I was born in Brownwood, Texas and raised in Terrell, Texas where I lived until I started my undergraduate education at Texas A&M University. While there, I competed in and won 1st place (twice) in an international creative problem solving competition. I graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University in 2005 with a B.A. in Political Science.. Following my undergraduate education, I attended Baylor Law School. While there, I was appointed to the office of Technical Editor for the Baylor Law Review. I also authored a law review article which was published in the spring 2008 issue. While in law school, I interned for the Waco Innocence Project with a focus on exonerating the wrongly convicted.. I zealously advocate for my clients. I know when and how to stand up to protect my clients’ interests. I believe that a negotiated-outcome is an important and laudable goal, but (unlike some lawyers) I will not shy away from taking a case to trial.

Mr. Matthews grew up in Austin and attended The University of Texas where he received a journalism degree. From there he began an award-winning career as a television sports anchor in California and Texas, including KXAN-TV in Austin from 1996-2000. After leaving television, Mr. Matthews worked as a media director for Ketchum Public Relations where he trained top corporate executives for Fortune 500 companies.  In 2004, Mr. Matthews opened Slipstream Films - a full-service production studio producing documentaries, corporate videos, television commercials and reality shows, working with notable clients such as Nokia, New Balance and Paula Abdul. Mr. Matthews has also taught journalism for the American Forces Television Network.Mr. Matthews graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio. While in law school Mr. Matthews worked in the offices of the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas, the Travis County District and County Attorney and the Travis County Mental Health Public Defender. After law school, Mr. Matthews served multiple counties and clients in the areas of family and criminal law with Hazel Brown Wright Reneau. He is a certified ad litem for cases involving Child Protection Services and is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the San Antonio Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Matthews is currently licensed by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas since 2013. His authentic style and commitment to his clients enables him to obtain the results you need.

Michele Locke is a former Associate Court Judge that has returned to private practice to continue pursuing her passion for family law litigation.   As a Judge, Michele ran a Domestic Violence Court focusing on Protective Order Applications, divorce, custody, child support, enforcement and other family law matters.   For a period of time, she also ran the Child Protective Services Court.  She is knowledgeable in contested family law matters that involve issues of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, and child abuse. Her Court was a forerunner in addressing issues that related to Same-Sex relationships.. Prior to becoming a Judge, Michele ran a successful family law practice.  She handled all ranges of cases and successfully represented clients in all types of highly contested matters.. Michele is very active in the legal community and makes a point to share the insights she gathered working as a family court judge by presenting at various speaking engagements and Continuing Legal Education events. Michele’s areas of practice include Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Family Violence, and other family law matters.. Michele’s passion since law school has been family law.   As a child of divorce, step-mother of two girls, and a mother to three boys, Michele understands all too well the dynamics and complexities of divorce and the impact divorce has on the families undergoing these tumultuous times.. Michele understands how important each case is to every individual client. She prides herself on communicating clearly with her clients through every step of their case. She ensures they understand the strategy that will be employed and what options are available. Michele takes her role as a client advocate and litigator very seriously.

Licensed in Texas since 2012, Allison Tisdale is a dedicated criminal defense attorney at The Hull Firm in Austin. Born in Corpus Christi, Allison moved to Austin to attend the University of Texas, then went on to earn her law degree at George Mason University in Washington, D.C. She brings over a decade of courtroom experience and insider knowledge to every case she handles.. As a former Travis County prosecutor, Allison served as an Assistant County Attorney and then as an Assistant District Attorney, building her reputation in the courtroom. She worked as chief misdemeanor prosecutor, special prosecutor for complex blood DWI cases, and as the prosecution’s representative for the Travis County DWI Diversion Court. She was named Prosecutor of the Year in 2016 and gained extensive trial experience handling serious felony cases, including intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault.. Allison’s excellence in criminal defense has earned her recognition as a Top Attorney for Criminal Defense by Austin Monthly Magazine for three consecutive years: 2023, 2024, and 2025. She also shares her expertise by training prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement on DWI law and lectures regularly for the State Bar of Texas.. Since joining The Hull Firm in 2021, Allison has continued to fight for clients facing DWI, DUI, drug charges, violent crimes, and other misdemeanor and felony offenses across Austin and Central Texas. Clients appreciate her strategic, aggressive approach, honest communication, and unwavering dedication to protecting their rights and futures.

James Bourque practices law in Travis, Williamson and Hays county.  Mr. Bourque Graducated from The University of Texas Tech School of law in 1996 and has lived in the Austin area for almost 50 years.  Mr. Bourque practiced law for the Texas Juvenile Justice Center and as a Administrative Law Judge for several years.  He then work as a criminal prosecutor for the City of Austin and has been in private practice since 2001.

It is my mission to serve you with first-class customer attention by zealously advocating on your behalf. This means having an understanding of the client's position and the empathy for why they are seeking representation.. Throughout my career as a prosecutor, I've tried cases to a jury from a traffic violation to a capital murder and many crimes in between. I proudly represented the community of Austin in the prosecution of the SXSW capital murder trial and the Tarrytown Murder. It is now time to use my trial and litigation experience to serve you and other citizens in the best possible way.I was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas. I graduated Lubbock Christian University with a Bachelor's in Business Administration. From there I attended Texas Tech University where I graduated with my Law degree and a Master's in Business Administration.I began my legal career in San Antonio representing citizens accused of crimes as well as business owners in civil manners. Following that, I served as Assistant District Attorney of Lubbock County for nearly four years. For the past 8 years, I served as Assistant District Attorney for Travis County. Since then, I started my own practice in early 2018 serving the people of the Greater Austin Area.

I have wanted to be a trial lawyer since I was 6 years old.  At that age, I read a short story called "The Devil and Daniel Webster."  Long story short: after reading it, I knew that being a lawyer could be something heroic, that I could help people who desperately needed help.. After graduating from law school, I worked as a briefing attorney for United States District Judge Robert W. Porter.. After completing my term with Judge Porter, I started working at the Austin law firm of Clark, Thomas & Winters.  I handled white collar (RICO) cases, insurance cases, and commercial matters.. My thirst for trials would only be quenched, though, once I started working for the Travis County District Attorney's Office.  I worked in these units: juvenile prosecution, trial court (assigned at various times to the 167th, 299th, and 390th District Courts), grand jury, child abuse prosecution, and the special prosecution (white collar crime) unit.   I was made the first "court chief" of the 390th District Court.. Now I continue representing clients in my criminal defense practice.  I love it.  It allows me to continue helping people, defending the accused both in trial and in negotiations, whichever is more appropriate for my client.

I have tried over 40 jury trials as lead counsel, from voir dire to verdict, and assisted as secondary counsel on countless others. I have dedicated my practice to the art of jury trials, including preparation, planning, strategizing, selecting a jury, and the battle of a contested case. I take pride in representing my clients through extremely trying circumstances in their life, and am proud to have secured Not Guilty verdicts on their behalf. It takes someone who knows what they are doing in a court room to defend anyone accused of a crime in Texas. I am unafraid to stand and deliver in front of a group of strangers and advocate voraciously on my client's behalf.. I grew up in Houston, Texas, both in my personal life and attorney life. I learned how to defend DWI and Criminal Defense cases in the 4th biggest city in the nation, practicing there for four years until relocating to Austin, Texas. Now I am proud to offer my services to all citizens accused in the Austin, Travis County, and surrounding areas, inclunding Williamson County, Travis County, Hays County, and Bexar County.

I am a seventh generation Texan and grew up in central Texas. I went to the University of Texas for both my undergrate and law degrees and have spent my entire legal career helping people fight criminal accusations.  I handle all misdemeanor and felony cases, including drug cases, DWI/DUI charges, juvenile matters, and all types of assaults (family violence, strangulation, sexual assault).

I am a Board Certified trial advocacy specialist with extensive jury trial experience.  The focus of my practice is DWI Defense and Personal Injury.

I am a board certified family law attorney located in downtown Austin. My goal is to provide you with the highest quality legal services. I strive to protect each client individually while maintaining respect for Biblical values and the institutions of marriage, the family and our legal system. I will walk with you as you navigate difficult changes and challenges that affect your life and your children's future. Together we will determine whether litigation, dispute resolution, or a combination of both is your best path and in your children's best interest.

I am 100% committed to getting you the best outcome I possibly can when you retain me.  I am dedicated to making sure that you are able to reach me whenever possible.  My staff and I do everything we can to ensure that we make this unfortunate time in your life as easy on you as we possibly can.  I am a former prosecutor, and I have personally taken close to 100 cases to verdict before a jury in both California and Texas.  Most of these cases have been DWI/DUI cases.  I have personally trained law enforcement officers on how to investigate DWI/DUI cases, write reports related to DWI/DUI cases, and testify in court related to DWI/DUI cases.  I am highly experienced and willing to do whatever it takes to get you best results within the confines of legal ethics.

Guillermo Gonzalez has been Board Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1996 and was awarded an AV rating (very high to preeminent legal ability) by Martindale-Hubbell in 2003.

Fernando Ruiz originates from Brownwood Texas and was awarded his bachelor’s degree at The University of Texas at Austin in 2006. He received his Juris Doctor at the University of Arkansas and became a licensed attorney in the State of Texas in 2011.. He began his legal career working tirelessly for the immigrant community in Deportation, Consular Processing, and Family-Based Immigration. Coming from an immigrant family, he understands the urgency of resolving criminal matters in a competent manner with immigration consequences in mind.. At his prior employment, he worked with the indigent community in Hays, Caldwell, and Travis County to assist in providing quality criminal representation to individuals that may not have the resources to adequately represent themselves in criminal proceedings.. He has also dedicated himself to being the voice of abused and neglected children working as Ad Litem Guardian for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization of Travis County and Northwest Arkansas.. During Law School, he was awarded the Robert F. Fussell Top Pro Bono Student Award for his countless voluntary hours. He interned for Circuit Judge Division III Jay Finch, who handled the majority of juvenile cases in the area. Mr. Ruiz interned for Wal-Mart Legal and Legal Aid of Arkansas. During his tenure with Legal Aid of Arkansas, he helped women who were victims of abuse with obtaining protection orders and with other legal issues.. Fernando's familiarity with the multitude of Courts in Central Texas makes him an effective advocate in his client’s legal matters.

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David Frank is based in Austin, Texas and has a reputation for being a tough and experienced criminal trial lawyer.  In April of 2014 he successfully challenged the Texas Mandatory DWI Blood Draw Statute.  The Court of Appeals reversed the trial courts in his two cases and found that the Mandatory Blood Draw Statute runs afoul of the Fourth Amendment warrant requirement.  In November 2014 he helped lead a State-Wide effort against a State Office of Administrative Hearings rule change that would have significantly hampered the right to subpoena witnesses for ALR Hearings.  David Frank has been an attorney since 1992. He is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Frank has devoted his practice to representing individuals accused of crimes. His practice includes defending against all felony and misdemeanor charges. He aggressively represents clients who live throughout the state of Texas as well as clients living abroad. He is a Past President of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and regularly speaks at criminal law seminars.  He uses the latest electronic legal research tools to find cases that help his clients get results. His many years of practice in the Austin and Travis County have given him a particular insight in dealing with the courts. Avoiding frivolous charges and unfair penalties is the primary goal. Mr. Frank explores alternatives to incarceration as he works to resolve his cases. He works with the prosecutors and the judges every day -- and that is essential to being effective in the courtroom.

Brad Vinson is an aggressive Texas DWI & criminal defense lawyer who cares about giving his clients the best possible representation. He has experience handling misdemeanor and felony cases. Attorney Vinson is always fighting to get your charges dismissed or reduced.. Attorney Vinson completed his undergraduate education at the University of Tennessee, majoring in communication. During his time at South Texas College of Law Houston, he also completed coursework in criminal trial advocacy and mock trial. He was named Summer Trial Academy Best Advocate Overall and traveled to New York to compete in a national tournament as a varsity advocate in South Texas College of Law Houston's nationally ranked mock trial team.

Board Certified - Criminal Law. Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Former Felony Prosecutor - Williamson County, TX. Former Felony Prosecutor - Harris County, TX

Austin criminal attorney R. Marc Ranc serves as a partner at the firm Hines Ranc & Holub. Mr. Ranc first entered the legal field in 1993, and has handling criminal cases for his entire career. Prior to joining his current firm, Mr. Ranc held multiple prosecutorial roles. In 1998, he was Board Certified as Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He received both his undergraduate and law degrees from Baylor University. For a free consultation, contact his firm today.