Top Criminal Lawyers Near Me in Houston Area

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Philip H. Hilder is the National co-chair of the ABA White Collar Crime Committee (CJS); co-chair of the ABA National Institute on Securities Fraud, and practices white collar criminal defense and related litigation.  He is the former attorney- in-charge of the U.S. Department of Justice Organized Crime Strike Force (Houston Field Office) and an assistant U.S. attorney in the Southern District of Texas with the Presidential Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force.  Mr. Hilder was appointed by the Mayor of Houston to serve on the Independent Police Oversight Board (2011-current).  Mr. Hilder previously served as president and criminal chair of the Houston Chapter of the Federal Bar Association.  He is recognized by Texas Monthly as a Super Lawyer (10 years) and is AV rated Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell.  Mr. Hilder is a frequent legal commentator on criminal cases for television, print, and radio, and a graduate of Boston College Law School.. Hilder & Associates, P.C., provides a comprehensive range of legal services for individuals, corporate officers, businesses, and legal and financial professionals. Our Houston attorneys focus on white collar criminal defense matters, related complex civil and administrative litigation, corporate compliance programs, grand jury investigations, attorney grievance defense, Qui-Tam false claims, whistleblower representation, internal corporate investigations, trials, and related parallel administrative and civil litigation and appeals.. Our Houston legal services also include preventative compliance programs for our corporate clientele. The programs are individually tailored to the specific needs of the corporation for maximum effectiveness. Hilder & Associates, P.C., has crafted compliance programs to deter violations of mortgage and bank fraud, FCPA violations, health care fraud, antitrust and theft. In addition, we conduct internal investigations to detect possible criminal violations made at the request of our corporate clients.. If you or your company is under investigation, charged or indicted for federal or state crimes, or you want to insure future compliance, contact Hilder & Associates, P.C., for more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced Houston white collar criminal defense lawyer.

Paula Goodhart is a highly respected former criminal court judge, defense attorney and prosecutor. Paula has practiced criminal law for 25 years. Most recently, Paula was the award-winning judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law #1 where she served the citizens of Harris County for more than 8 years and presided over more than 200 jury trials and 35,000 criminal cases. While a judge, Paula was twice awarded the highest rating for overall excellence in the misdemeanor courts by both prosecutor and defense attorney members of the Houston Bar Association. She was awarded the 2017 Texas Center for the Judiciary Faculty of the Year award for teaching judges statewide.. Paula began her criminal law career at the Harris County District Attorneys office while still in law school in 1991 and later served as an Assistant District Attorney for nearly 14 years. While at the District Attorney’s Office Paula Goodhart served in many capacities, including District Court chief in the Felony Trial Bureau, the Public Integrity Division of the Governmental Affairs Bureau and the Major Offenders Division of the Special Crimes Bureau. While serving as an Assistant District Attorney, Paula won several awards and taught criminal law at the Houston Police Department, Harris County Sheriff’s Department, Pasadena Police Department, Houston Fire Department and the Harris County Fire Marshall’s Office.. After her career as a prosecutor, Paula took her talent, skills and experience gained from years of investigating, evaluating and trying criminal cases and began a career as criminal defense attorney. While practicing criminal defense, she zealously represented individuals charged with a variety of crimes such as murder, aggravated sexual assault, white collar fraud, driving while intoxicated, drug trafficking, and more. She also successfully represented multiple clients (including police officers and executives) who were under criminal investigation and kept them from being charged with a crime by presenting evidence showing the accusations were meritless. Paula Goodhart has tried over 100 jury trials—from capital murder to driving while intoxicated—as both a prosecutor and defense attorney.. Paula Goodhart graduated with honors from the University of Texas and received her law degree from the University of Houston. Paula has earned respect from the criminal justice community including opponents, peers and the judiciary and has an extensive network of colleagues throughout the state upon whose expertise and experience she can rely to assist her clients.. If you or anyone you know is facing a legal crisis or tragedy, contact Paula Goodhart for representation you can trust.

Paul Doyle is not afraid to take on the most challenging cases in the criminal arena. Whether the case is in federal or state court, Paul will defend his client with energy and passion. As you can see by reviewing the results page on this site, Paul is no stranger to success. Many of Paul's clients are successful professionals who have high expectations. Paul embraces expectations and appreciates the unique challenge that each case provides. Paul is known as somebody who will get to the point and will address key issues head on.. Paul's client list includes doctors, lawyers, engineers, professional baseball players, professional basketball players and professional football players. Many of Paul's clients prefer their cases to be handled in a private and efficient manner.. Paul was a prosecutor for 7 years and finished his career as a Major Offender/Special Crimes prosecutor. As a Special Crimes prosecutor, Paul worked directly with law enforcement as their cases were being investigated. Through this experience, Paul was privy to the most innovative techniques used by law enforcement to solve crimes. The knowledge gained by working directly with law enforcement gives Paul the ability to dissect investigations and determine how best to defend a charge. There are two sides to every story/case, the law enforcement version and the version of the person who is being accused. Prosecutors are typically only provided the law enforcement version and it is not until charges are filed that the government is able to receive the "whole" truth. As you can see on Paul's results page, there are many cases that should never have been filed.. Prior to Special Crimes/Major Offenders, Paul was assigned to felony and misdemeanor courts and was tasked with handling the cases that randomly fell into his court. Paul also tried cases as a prosecutor, was involved in the hiring of new prosecutors, and supervised a division of more than 45 prosecutors. This experience gives Paul the insight and ability to present his client's defense in the most favorable light. Many times, prosecutors don't choose the cases they have to prosecute, they are just assigned the case.. Most prosecutors are overworked and do not have the time to do the work that should have been completed by the law enforcement agency that handled the investigation. Paul knows what work needs to be done to shed light on the entire story. As you can see by Paul's results, he also knows how to present his client's story in a manner that is compelling to the individual prosecuting the case.. At a very young age, Paul knew he wanted to be a trial lawyer. Paul’s father was a trial lawyer who would regularly take Paul to the courthouse to meet judges and watch trial. Knowing this at an early age allowed Paul to insure he would have the educational foundation to be the best. He graduated from Rice University with numerous academic and athletic honors and then received his law degree from the University of Texas School of Law, one of the nation’s finest.. Once Paul is hired, the client is represented by Paul. Paul believes communication is essential in the successful resolution of a case. Paul makes it a point to be available and to answer any concerns a client has. While many lawyers have large case loads, Paul maintains a small volume of cases to insure his clients receive the individual treatment they deserve.

On this site, people typically find me one of two ways: I direct them here or someone else does. The profile is here for obvious reasons: I want your business. That’s not the question. The question is why I want your business. Moreover, why should you trust me with your business?. I’m not a politician. I’m not a salesman. I’m not a carnival barker. I’m not a soothsayer. I’m not a clergyman. And I’m not a magician.. I’m a man. Full of the humanity and mistakes that too-often seem to be included in the box of Life; instead of instructions. I have fallen. I have made mistakes. I have stared down the barrel of loss. I have endured the blow and the shock of that loss—three times. I have endured the struggle to rebuild. I have fallen to my knees. I have gotten back up. I have had bad times. I have fought against the urge to live in the past. I’m a man.. I spent nearly 15 years working inside the Texas Department of Corrections—the prison system—listening to convicts tell their stories. I learned how to listen for and hear the truth.. I was once a young man who knew a change was needed. As a younger man, I sought that change. I surrounded myself with those proverbial “movers of mountains” by a series of simple pauses and objections, all the time preparing myself; then I went to law school. I took with me the pain of my youth and the experience of my previous profession. It was there, in law school, that I began to learn to dress all the stories I have heard in the garment of the law.. I learned how to tell my story. That has taught me how to understand yours. How to tell your story as though it were my own. To crawl into the skin of your story and see it through your eyes, and speak it in my voice.. So if that is the kind of representative you seek, reach out... let us begin.

Norm attended Bellaire High School where he debated for the Bellaire Debate Squad –all three years qualifying for State. At the University of Texas at Austin, Norm earned a double Bachelor’s Degree in English and Philosophy. Norm graduated from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1993, passed the bar the same year, and was sworn in as a lawyer.. In law school Norm participated vigorously in mock trial and moot court winning many competitions. During law school, Norm worked as a lawyer at Schneider & Mckinney where he cut his teeth working on criminal appeals and post-conviction writ applications. Norm was next employed by W.B. House Jr. where in addition to appeals, he worked on pretrial motions and assisted Mr. House with trial preparation. Upon passing the bar, Norm worked at Cogdell & Durham on both appeals and trials and began to develop his own practice as well. When Herbert Coleman became ill Norm stepped him and assisted him with his practice. Norm opened the Silverman Law Group in 1999 and so continues through the present day.. Norm Silverman has never been a prosecutor and has spent little time doing court appointed work. Along the way, Norm has built a reputation as a top notch drug lawyer, fearless in trial, who always puts his clients first. Norm is a frequent lecturer for the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and a well recognized author and expert witness on subjects related to the practice of drug defense.

Neal Davis, III has been involved in the criminal justice system for more than twenty years.  In the 90's, he was a police officer with the Houston Police Department. As a criminal defense attorney, he has represented clients alleged to have committed state offenses from petty theft to capital murder. Neal has defended clients charged with federal crimes including federal capital murder (the government sought the death penalty), federal drug charges, bank robbery, money laundering, fraud, white-collar crimes, and criminal tax charges. He has successfully represented clients in appeals to the Fifth Circuit as well as the United States Supreme Court.. Neal is board certified in Criminal Law and is licensed in the Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, the Fifth Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. He has been selected as a Texas Monthly Rising Star, Avvo Superb Lawyer, Houstonia Top Lawyer, and a Top 100 National Trial Lawyer.. A resident of Houston for over thirty years, Neal graduated from Katy High School.  He played football and baseball and boxed in the local gyms.  He enlisted in the United States Navy and served honorably in the Mediterranean during the conflict with Libya and the Iraqi/ Iranian War.  After returning from the military, Neal studied Russian Studies and Economics at the University of Houston before joining the HPD.  An opportunity to work in Russia brought Neal into the oilfield where he excelled in drilling operations and technical service engineering.  He obtained a BS degree from UH-Downtown then studied law in night school at South Texas College of Law, working full time and raising his children as a single father.. Neal is best known publicly for his assistance in the Andrea Yates case, working with Wendell Odom and George Parnham, and, most recently, in the defense of Royce Zeigler, II in the infamous “Baby Grace” case in Galveston County.. Neal's practice is not just limited to Harris County but anywhere in the state of Texas, in both state criminal and federal court, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

Nathaniel Munier is an experienced former prosecutor who represented the State in all forms of cases.  You can put his experience behind you, and have him fight for your side.  No one should have to represent themselves, not when affordable legal counsel is only just down the road.  We are always available by phone for a free consultation.

My job is to defend our citizens when their government is trying to take their liberty away.

Ms. Bové represents clients at trial, on appeal and in postconviction proceedings in state and federal courts, as well as before professional licensing boards. She is admitted to practice in Texas, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas.

Mr. Carter is a criminal defense and personal injury attorney with over 15 years of courtroom and trial experience in both state and federal courts. Mr. Carter earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Berea College and a Juris Doctorate from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Texas Southern University.. Before entering private practice, Mr. Carter began his career as a public servant while working as Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Attorney General for the State of Texas.. After ending his tenure with the Office of Attorney General for the State of Texas, Mr. Carter launched his career as an Assistant District Attorney for Fort Bend County.. After serving as a prosecutor, Mr. Carter chose to take his talents to the criminal defense bar, winning over 1000 cases for his clients.. As a result of Mr. Carter’s success as a criminal defense lawyer, he created a Personal Injury and Employment Law concentrations at his law firm.

Mr. Capitaine spent his formative years in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Mr. Capitaine graduated Suma Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Houston in 1998. He was recognized for his academic achievements by being the recipient of the President’s Scholarship which awarded him full tuition and living expenses. Among other academic honors, Mr. Capitaine was on the Dean’s List for the College of Social Sciences every semester. He was inducted into the National Honor Society for Psychology and was also inducted into the prestigious Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society for his academic achievements.. Following his graduation from college, Mr. Capitaine attended the University of Texas School of Law and graduated with Honors in May of 2001. In addition to academic achievements while in law school, Mr. Capitaine was involved in other important activities such as being a Board Member for the Public Interest law Association, a Board Member for the Texas Law Fellowships and for the Latino Law Student’s Association.. Upon graduating from law school in 2001, Mr. Capitaine was offered employment with the prestigious law firm of Baron and Budd in Dallas, Texas. At Baron and Budd, Mr. Capitaine dedicated himself to gaining valuable trial skills and safeguarding the rights of people and communities injured by corporate wrongdoing. Because Mr. Capitaine is fully bilingual, he was in charge of litigation involving the representation of Spanish-speaking clients and gained valuable civil trial experience during his tenure there.. Mr. Capitaine also gained valuable litigation experience while working for the Houston Office of the nationally recognized law firm of Haynes and Boone. Mr. Capitaine was trusted with the responsibility of first chairing claims on behalf of a very large international corporation involved in an international arbitration in Mexico City. The dispute involved over a billion dollars in claims.. Since law school, it had been a dream for Mr. Capitaine to become an outstanding trial lawyer. Towards that end, in 2002, Mr. Capitaine took a position as an Assistant District Attorney with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. He knew that as a prosecutor he could obtain valuable trial experience. As an Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Capitaine tried many jury trials with great results.. Mr. Capitaine was blessed with success during his tenure as a prosecutor. He tried cases involving misdemeanor offenses as well as cases involving serious felony offenses. During the years he spent as a prosecutor, Mr. Capitaine never lost a felony jury or court trial. Mr. Capitaine was promoted several times during his tenure at the Harris District Attorney’s Office and eventually became a Chief Prosecutor. As a Chief, he very much enjoyed the opportunity to train and supervise other prosecutors.. Mr. Capitaine is one of the founding partners of Capitaine, Shellist, Peebles & McAlister L.L.P. in 2005. His practice has primarily focused on representing and protecting the rights of individuals and corporations who seek representation from an experienced and aggressive trial lawyer.. His passion and unwavering commitment to vigorously defending the rights of his clients has resulted in amazing results. He has handled a variety of cases with admirable results, including serious charges such as capital murder, intoxication manslaughter, aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual assault and many other serious crimes.

Mike Stone is an experienced criminal attorney who will help you navigate the criminal justice system focused on results. Mr. Stone has maintained an office in Houston, Texas since 1978, where he has dedicated his practice solely to the representation of clients charged with criminal offenses in county, state, and federal courts throughout the country. He has represented clients in all types of criminal cases ranging from capital murder to complex white collar cases to DWI, along with numerous other misdemeanors, felonies, and appellate cases, both juvenile and adult.

Michael Moore has extensive experience in adult and juvenile criminal law, both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney.  He worked for the Harris County District Attorney's Office for over nine years, where we worked in misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile district courts.  During his time with Harris County, Mr. Moore was a chief court prosecutor and a section chief.  He is a recognized expert in Texas truancy law, having trained prosecutors, judges, and school officials all over Harris County.  In addition to criminal law, Mr. Moore has experience in asylum law and nonprofit organization law.  He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rice University and obtained his law degree from the Southern Methodist University School of Law in Dallas.  Mr. Moore is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.  When not at work, he enjoys playing soccer, flying small airplanes, and being an active member of Houston's Jewish community.Mr. Moore is an active member in good standing of the Texas State Bar.

Michael A. Lamson, is an experienced Houston trial lawyer who has been representing personal injury and criminal defense clients for over 40 years in both state and federal courts.. Whether you have issues with a personal injury or wrongful death due to the negligence of someone else, call us to review your case free. We handle personal injury and wrongful death cases, resulting from an auto accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, aviation disasters, toxic exposures, construction accidents, unsafe premises, malfunctioning equipment, doctor mistakes, hospital errors, misdiagnosis, anesthesia injuries or death, emergency room negligence and birth injuries.. Attorney Michael Lamson, Houston, works relentlessly to achieve successful outcomes for his clients and has earned five-star reviews from satisfied clients on the AVVO law directory. The Law Office of Michael Lamson has received a perfect 5.0 peer-reviewed rating with Martindale-Hubble.

Matthew Montes is a versatile attorney with experience in a wide range of practice fields and jurisdictions throughout the State of Texas.  A native of El Paso, Texas, Attorney Montes grew up in a multic-cultural environment where he gained an appreciation for America's openness and diversity.  He now focuses his work towards providing representation for the most vulnerable and maligned immigrants with the hope of acting as a bridge between cultures.

Mario Madrid is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and limits his practice exclusively to criminal law.

Leslie enjoys zealously advocating for her client’s rights. Leslie started her legal career as a prosecutor at the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office. She began working there as an intern in 2012 and ultimately left the DA’s office as a felony prosecutor. During her time at the DA’s office, Leslie was able to prosecute hundreds of cases ranging from misdemeanor drug charges all the way to serious aggravated felony offenses. Leslie has tried a multitude of cases in front of both Judges and Juries with favorable outcomes.. Leslie was raised in Friendswood, Texas. After graduating from high school, she attended the University of Texas at Tyler where she received a bachelor’s degree in business management. After college, Leslie attended South Texas College of Law where she received her J.D. in 2015. Leslie was admitted to the Texas State Bar in 2015 and has enjoyed practicing law every day since.

Justin T. Surginer is an experienced criminal defense attorney specializing in Assault Family Member, Assault, DWI, Drug Crimes, Burglary, Criminal Mischief, Expunctions, Fraud and other White Collar crimes in state and federal courts in Houston and surrounding Texas communities.

Joshua Hill is an experienced criminal defense attorney who aggressively defends the rights of his clients. If you are charged with a crime, you want a lawyer who is not only willing to fight for you, but who also understands how to most effectively do so. Joshua has the experience & certifications you are looking for.. Certifications:. Joshua spent 8 ½ years with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office as an intern and as a prosecutor assigned to multiple areas, including the misdemeanor division, the felony trial bureau, and the post-conviction writs division. As a prosecutor, Joshua gained valuable insight about how a prosecutor investigates, builds, and tries a case against an accused citizen. This valuable experience gives him the tools necessary to carefully deconstruct the government’s case in order to provide the best defensive strategy for his clients. Over the years, Joshua has tried a number of misdemeanor and felony cases, ranging from marijuana possession and DWI to aggravated robbery and murder. He has also successfully handled numerous post-conviction matters ranging from motions for new trial, direct appeals, writs of habeas corpus, non-disclosures, and expunctions. Joshua exclusively handles criminal matters and is one of only a handful of lawyers in the Houston area that is Board Certified in Criminal Law. Joshua Hill is also bilingual, which allows him to assist clients who are more comfortable communicating with him in Spanish.. Being accused of a crime can be a terrifying and life-changing experience. Joshua prides himself on the close relationships he builds with his clients in order to understand their concerns and goals during the process. You are not just another client and your voice will be heard.. Joshua is not only a fighter in the courtroom, he has also competed in multiple combat sports over the years. He earned his first degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from Rilion Gracie and he also wrestled and boxed in college. Before beginning his career as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua even owned and coached at a mixed martial arts gym for a number of years. Whether fighting in or out of the courtroom, Joshua always gives everything he has.

Jon D. Stephenson is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and licensed to practice in Texas courts as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. His aggressive defense style as a DWI defense attorney stems from vast prosecution experience with Harris County District Attorney’s Office where he had served as a chief prosecutor in the Felony Trial Bureau Division, Misdemeanor Division, Grand Jury Division, and Intake Division.. Jon also served as a Major Narcotics Prosecutor of the Special Crimes Major Offenders Division. As a prosecutor, Jon oversaw the successful prosecutions of capital murderers, robbers, rapists, major narcotics traffickers, and intoxication related offenders.  While Jon was a prosecutor he taught Strategic Cross-Examination for the National District Attorney’s Association, Prosecutor Trial Skills for the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association, and taught classes on the topic of Search Warrants and the Code of Criminal Procedure at the Houston Police Department Academy.. Since becoming a criminal defense lawyer Jon has successfully defended clients on charges of DWI, intoxication assault, aggravated robbery, possession of controlled substances, assault, environmental crimes and other various offenses.. Harris County District Attorney's Office, Houston, Texas (2002-2011). Felony Trial Bureau Division - (2006-2011). 351st District Court - Chief Prosecutor. Intake Division - Chief Prosecutor. Grand Jury Division - Chief Prosecutor. Special Crimes/Major Offenders Division - (2008-2009). Major Narcotics Prosecutor. Misdemeanor Division - (2004-2006). Chief Prosecutor - County Criminal Court at Law No. 6. Driving While Intoxicated, Capital Murder, Murder, Felony Murder, Assault, Aggravated Assault, Theft, Possession of Controlled Substances, Aggravated Robbery, Robbery, Manslaughter, Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, Sexual Assault, and Injury to a Child.. National District Attorney's Association - Strategic Cross-Examination Training Course (2008). Texas District and County Attorney's Association - Prosecutor Trial Skills Course (2008). Houston Police Department Academy - Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 18 - Search Warrants (2011). State Bar of Texas (2004). United States District Court, Southern District Of Texas (2010). Legal:University of Houston Law Center, Houston, Texas, J.D. (2004). Prelegal:Graceland University, Lamoni, Iowa. B.A. English Literature, (Cum Laude) (1999-2001);. Howard Payne University, Brownwood, Texas (1998-1999)

Johnny Garza has been a Partner with Adame Garza since 2011, working exclusively with injury victims. Johnny has achieved multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients with his sincere passion for helping families get their lives back on track and for helping right the wrongs of others.. Johnny has worked in the legal field since 1999, working at several top law firms in the region. He began his career successfully defending Fortune 500 companies domestically and internationally in personal injury litigation, insurance coverage litigation, and more at Royston Rayzor. He joined Abraham Watkins, one of the oldest and most prominent plaintiff’s firms in Houston in 2006, where he remained until forming his own law firm with law partner Miguel Adame.. Johnny graduated fourth in his class of over 300 students at Simon Rivera High School in Brownsville, Texas and went on to attend Texas A&M University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1998 double majoring in Latin American Studies and Sociology, cum laude. He earned his law degree, cum laude, from the University of Houston Law Center in 2002. He is admitted to practice in all Texas state courts as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas.. Johnny Garza has been listed in the Texas Super Lawyers List by Thomson Reuters every year since 2014. Prior to that, he has been selected to the Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars List from 2012-2014. Johnny is also a respected leader in the Hispanic community. The Hispanic National Bar Association recognized him as a Top Lawyer Under 40 in 2013. The Mexican American Bar Association of Texas Foundation named him an Outstanding Young Latino Attorney. Latino Leaders Magazine named him an Influential Latino Leader of the Future in 2011.. Some of his most proud professional association accomplishments include serving as Co-Chair of the Hispanic National Bar Association Law Week Committee and when while he was President the Hispanic Bar Association received a national award from the American Bar Association for The East End Project teaching Hispanic youth the importance of the law. He also held the most successful Hispanic Bar Association of Houston President’s Day banquet ever, raising a record amount of contributions for law school scholarships.. Beyond the legal profession and out in the greater Houston community, Johnny adopts a family each year through La Rosa Family Services’ Adopt-a-Family program. Johnny is also a Board Member of Career and Recovery Services, Inc., helping people identify and overcome barriers to employment.

Joe Vinas has been trying criminal cases for over 15 years.  As a former prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Joe Vinas has tried over 100 criminal cases including Capital Murder, Murder, Aggravated Robbery, Drug Crimes, DWI, Theft, and more.. Joe was a Felony Chief Prosecutor for four years, training other felony prosecutors how to try criminal cases.  Joe also taught over 500 Houston and Tomball Police Officers various aspects of criminal law including the complex area of Arrest, Search, and Seizure.  Several times throughout his career, other lawyers have called on Joe Vinas to teach Continuing Legal Education courses on criminal law.  For two years, Joe volunteered in the Harris County S.T.A.R. Court program.. Joe Vinas knows how to navigate the complex and often confusing world of the criminal justice system.  Call him today at for a FREE CONSULTATION on your criminal case, or visit his website at .

Jennifer Bennett, armed with a background in English and Law and well-versed in accounting, is the editing, accounting, and administrative arm of the Bennett & Bennett legal duo. Born and raised in the Houston suburbs, Jennifer Bennett proudly graduated from Dulles High School in Sugar Land, Texas. She earned her bachelor's degree in English from the University of Houston, and later continued her education at the University of Houston Law Center, where she not only received her law degree but also kindled a romantic relationship with Mark Bennett. Jennifer also dedicated her time to studying accounting at the University of Houston, specifically focusing on its application in defending financial-crimes cases. Today, Jennifer employs her writing acumen to craft motions and briefs for Bennett & Bennett, while her accounting proficiency is put to work in handling white-collar cases. Her innate common sense and deep understanding of human behavior contribute significantly to formulating the most promising defense strategies for the firm's clients.

I was born and raised in the Houston area, and left to attend Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. After graduating with a degree in Political Science, I returned to Houston to attend law school at South Texas College of Law.. During law school, I held an internship with the Harris County Public Defender's Office, and found that my heart and passion lay in defending people and their freedom. Just after becoming licensed as an attorney, I started my own law practice focusing on criminal defense.. Shortly thereafter, I was one of ten young attorneys selected by the Harris County Public Defender's Office to participate in the Future Appointed Counsel Training Program, a pilot program designed to train young defense attorneys. Through that program I was afforded the opportunity to train with Gideon's Promise and their faculty consisting of some of the best public defenders and defense attorneys from across the nation.