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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 in 1988 and has since become licensed to represent clients before the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals 4th, 5th, 9th, and 11th Circuit Courts, and the U.S. District Courts of Texas.. The wide range of cases that Cynthia has tackled as a member of Goldstein, Goldstein, Hilley & Orr includes a variety of state and federal charges, including white collar fraud cases and felony drug offenses. She has persevered in the face of challenging situations and her tireless work ethic has earned her the respect of her clients and peers. Among the high profile cases that she has taken on, she successfully obtained the first Confession of Error by the State of Texas in a death penalty case in addition to working alongside The Innocence Project to exonerate those wrongfully convicted in Texas.. As a passionate member of the legal community, Cynthia has held leadership positions in several organizations, including serving as the Chair-Elect of the Criminal Justice Section, a member of the Standards Committee and a Representative in the House of Delegates at the American Bar Association. She has aided her local legal community by helping to found the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and has served as both its President and the President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.. Among the many honors that she has received, she has been named a Texas Super Lawyer since 2003 and was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame in 2006. In addition, she was granted the first Spirit of Justice Award by the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. She is also named as one of the top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas and listed in Woodward White's The Best Lawyers in America. She shares her knowledge of criminal defense through numerous lectures and publications regarding a variety of legal topics.

Cathy Compton is an experienced attorney who is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law. Cathy practices criminal and immigration law. With the primary office located in San Antonio, Cathy is able to serve clients throughout the hill country and South Texas area. She is an experienced litigator, with an extensive and very successful trial record, handling extremely serious and complex cases. As Family Justice Division Chief for the Hays County District Attorney's Office, Cathy managed a division of attorneys, training and serving as a mentor to the most promising attorneys in the office. Her success as an attorney has come from a determined work ethic and a commitment to teamwork. Cathy is licensed in both Texas and California, admitted to practice in several district and circuit courts. Cathy practices in state and federal court. She is known as a heavy-hitter and is often sought after by other colleagues to assist with very difficult and complicated high stakes trials. She is bilingual (Spanish/English) with proficiency in both speaking and writing on a professional level.. A dynamic speaker and trainer, Cathy Compton has been invited as a conference faculty member and presenter in various settings. She has participated in symposiums and conferences both in the United States and abroad.In addition to her primary career, Ms. Compton co-founded the Alamo City Rollergirls, LLC, a successful company designed to empower women and provide mutual support through diversity and athleticism. The Alamo City Rollergirls is an organization that is still thriving today and one of the member leagues in the WFTDA (Women's Flat Track Derby Association).

Bobby has been recognized as one of “San Antonio’s Best Criminal Lawyers” for the last 18 years. He has been honored by his colleagues by being selected as one of the “Top Ten Criminal Lawyers” in San Antonio by SA Scene Magazine. He also has a "Super Lawyers" rating in Criminal Law for the last 5 years. He has also been recognized in three areas of practice in the “Best Criminal Lawyers” edition in the areas of DWI, Criminal Defense and White Collar Criminal Defense. Bobby Barrera is a solo practitioner and owner of the Law Office of Robert J. Barrera, P.C. Bobby worked as an Assistant Criminal District Attorney for Bexar County where he prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. As an Assistant District Attorney Bobby gained valuable jury trial experience and skills from handling hundreds of trials and contested evidentiary hearings. In addition, he has been “AV Preeminent” rated by Martindale-Hubbell Publisher which means that he has been recognized by his peers as being “at the highest level of professional excellence”. These recognitions have come as a result of Bobby’s reputation in the legal community as an effective and experienced trial lawyer.. Bobby handles all types of cases in both State and Federal courts. He regularly handles serious felony cases such as Capital Murder, Aggravated Sexual Assault case and DWI Manslaughter. In addition, he has handled hundreds of misdemeanor cases such as DWI and Family Violence assaults. In Federal Court he has dealt with numerous Drug Offenses, Pornography cases, and Financial Fraud cases.. Bobby actively participates in both local and State Bar associations and is a Life Fellow in the San Antonio Bar Foundation and a Sustaining Life Fellow in the Texas Bar Foundation. He is the Past President of the San Antonio Bar Association as well as the San Antonio Young Lawyer's Association. In addition, he is a founding member of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and still serves as a Director in that organization. He has also been a Director of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association since 2005.. “The foundation of effective criminal defense begins with an unwavering belief that Constitutional guarantees are not “technicalities” upon which the guilty are set free but are in fact the citadel from which the innocent protect themselves from overzealous prosecution.” Bobby Barrera.

Attorney Kathy M. Starling practices in Bexar County, Texas and its surrounding areas. She has lived in six different states as well as Canada since graduating high school. While pursuing her law degree, Kathy focused on criminal law and participated in several internships, which ranged from juvenile cases to capital defense. She earned her law degree from Georgia State School of Law in December 2013.. After becoming licensed to practice law, Kathy worked for Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas where most of her clients faced family law issues. She then worked for the Christiansen Law Firm where she handled both criminal defense and family law issues. Kathy Starling has recently opened her own office and is looking forward to focusing on criminal defense and helping people with uncontested family law matters.

Attorney Gary J. Barton is a seasoned criminal defense lawyer with extensive experience fighting for justice on behalf of clients in Texas and New Mexico. Hailing from Bandera, Texas, Attorney Barton’s passion for law and justice began early in life. He played a pivotal role in winning the Texas State Championship in football, an experience that instilled in him a lifelong drive for excellence.. After earning a political science degree from the University of Texas San Antonio, Attorney Gary J. Barton went on to earn his law degree from Texas Tech School odef Law. Additionally, he completed an MBA at Texas Tech’s Rawls School of Business, gaining a well-rounded skill set that enhances his ability to navigate complex legal issues.. Attorney Barton’s legal career began as a felony prosecutor in New Mexico, where he worked on high-profile cases, including death penalty trials and homicides. He then transitioned to criminal defense, where his wealth of experience allows him to craft effective defense strategies for clients facing serious charges. Having tried over 100 cases to jury verdict, Attorney Barton is known for his commitment to securing the best possible outcome for his clients.. Whether handling drug crimes, DUI, assault, or homicide cases, Attorney Gary J. Barton provides skilled and strategic representation. His client-focused approach ensures that every client is treated with respect, and he is dedicated to defending their rights at every stage of the legal process. Contact Attorney Gary J. Barton today to schedule a consultation.

Attorney Daniel De La Garza believes that a client accused of committing a crime deserves a lawyer who will outwork the prosecution every step of the way. He believes that a client’s best defense is an aggressive defense. Combined with his commitment to seek justice and experience, Daniel is ready to work with you side by side to obtain the best possible outcome for your case.

Attorney Courtney Dailey was a member of the Juvenile Jurisprudence Association in law school and served as an Associate Editor the The Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Race and Social Justice. She participated in the criminal justice clinic while at St. Mary’s and has interned at the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the 4th Court of Appeals. In 2019, Attorney Dailey partnered with Attorney Staci Krause to form The Law Office of Krause & Dailey, PLLC and has steadily been gaining traction as an experienced lawyer. In 2020, the SA Scene listed her as one of the Best of SA 2020 and the Rising Star SA award. Attorney Dailey wants everyone to have a fair defense and wants to defend the system from being broken. She has a fire for justice and takes an empathetic approach towards her clients and is an advocate for the people.

Appellate public defender, practicing exclusively criminal appeals for 6 years;  10 years appellate experience.

Alfonso Cabañas, the founding attorney of Cabañas Law Firm, practices criminal defense in the United States and business law in both the U.S. and Mexico. His trial experience includes a variety of federal white-collar, drug, and state criminal defense cases.  Complementing his United States practice is Mr. Cabañas' international criminal defense and international business cases.  With a focus in Mexico and Latin America, Mr. Cabañas has become a highly-skilled attorney sought after by many international clients.  His practice combines the attention to detail and insight of a business lawyer with the aggressive courtroom presence of an experienced criminal defense attorney. As a bilingual lawyer, he is prepared to represent English- and Spanish-speaking clients in both the U.S. and Mexico. Call today for a case consultation!

Albert Garcia believes that the best attorneys are those that not only advocate for their clients with passion, but carefully analyze their clients’ situation and strategize to get their clients the best possible outcome.. It takes strategy, passion and a vast range of advocacy skills to effectively represent someone in the courtroom. As a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Albert has taken it upon himself to stand as a champion of justice.. Every case begins with a thorough analysis of the facts and situation and each step of the way Mr. Garcia will passionately advocate for his clients; from representing clients in District Court for family and criminal matters, to helping them through the bureaucratic process of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. There is nothing more rewarding to Mr. Garcia than seeing families stay together or reunited. To that end, Mr. Garcia will fight any government agency who attempts to impede family unity.