Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Houston | 142 available

142 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Houston, California. These lawyers are rated between 3.4/5 to 3.8/5 and 62% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $44 to $80 per hour.

Active Lawyers

85 - 142

Hourly Fees

$209 - $378

Free Consultations

44% - 80%

Average Rating

3.4 - 3.8 ★


Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview

Criminal Defense Case Timeline

Min3Max18

Criminal defense cases in Houston typically resolve within 3 to 18 months, depending on case complexity, court schedules, and whether the case proceeds to trial.

Houston Court Backlog

Low500Medium1200High2500

The estimated backlog reflects the number of pending cases in Harris County criminal courts at any given time, influenced by filing rates and court capacity.

Criminal Defense Houston Filing Volume

Min800Max1600

Houston sees an estimated 800 to 1600 new criminal cases filed monthly, based on recent public court data.

Criminal Defense Case Outcomes

Pre-litigation25Post-filing40Trial10

Success rates vary by stage: pre-litigation resolutions (such as dismissals or plea deals) occur in about 25% of cases, post-filing resolutions in 40%, and trial acquittals or favorable verdicts in roughly 10%.


142 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found Near You

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Location: Houston 77007
Firm: Essmyer, Tritico and Rainey, L.L.P.

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77056
Firm: Zimmermann and Lavine, P.C.

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77056
Firm: Zimmermann and Lavine, P.C.

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Location: Houston 77058
Firm: James Sean Healey

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Location: Houston 77007
Firm: The Law Offices of Jim L. Peacock

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002
Firm: Easterling Law Firm

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002
Firm: DeGuerin Dickson and Hennessy

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002
Firm: DeGuerin Dickson and Hennessy

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002
Firm: Flood and Flood

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


Location: Houston 77002
Firm: Law Office of J.C. Castillo

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002

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


Location: Houston 77007

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77092
Firm: Roger Bridgwater, P.C.

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


Location: Houston 77021
Firm: Victor M. Bonner

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Location: Houston 77056

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Location: Houston 77019
Firm: Joseph Salhab

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77010

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002
Firm: Dan B. Gerson

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77068
Firm: Law Office of Janice P. Oviatt, P.C.

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002
Firm: Law Offices of Joe D. Wells, PLLC

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77006
Firm: Logan Dietz

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


Location: Houston 77002

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Location: Houston 77002

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

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Houston 77056
Firm: Robert Teir, PLLC

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

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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.