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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Criminal Defense lawyer in your area do?
A Criminal Defense lawyer helps clients pursue compensation for injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages related to Criminal Defense cases in your area.
How much does a Criminal Defense lawyer cost in your area?
Most Criminal Defense lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win the case. Fees are usually a percentage of the settlement or verdict.
When should I hire a Criminal Defense lawyer in your area?
You should contact a Criminal Defense lawyer as soon as possible after the incident to protect evidence, meet legal deadlines, and improve your chances of receiving compensation.
How do I choose the best Criminal Defense lawyer in your area?
Look for attorneys with experience handling Criminal Defense cases, strong client reviews, and a track record of successful settlements or verdicts.
14570 Criminal Defense Lawyers Found
30+ Years Experience As A Trial Lawyer. I am a San Antonio trial lawyer with 30+ years experience in the courtroom. I have handled thousands of cases throughout my career. I can help you if you have been arrested for DWI, or if you have been charged with a more serious crime such as Assault, Aggravated Assault, Murder, or Aggravated Sexual Assault. I am a former criminal investigator and prosecutor, so I have the experience and knowledge to achieve the best possible outcome in your case.. Free Initial Consultation. First visits are always free. Once the decision has been made to hire me as your attorney, convenient monthly payment options can be arranged.
I enjoy helping my children in their activities, working with other attorneys on problems and helping individuals with difficult issues.
Don’t get railroaded. Hire someone on your side.. If you’re visiting this site for a criminal matter, you are dealing with something very serious and important to you. You should find a criminal defense lawyer who takes it equally seriously.. In our system, the only person looking entirely out for you is your criminal defense lawyer. And once you hire a criminal defense lawyer, that person should spring into action to be a barrier between you and the people trying to accuse you of a crime and throw you in a cage.. If you have recently been arrested or believe you are the target of a police investigation, get pro-active. Don’t wait for a court date to creep up or a police officer to knock on your door.. Call me today so that we can confidentially discuss your case and determine the next best steps.. I will handle your criminal misdemeanor or felony in Bexar County, Medina County, Wilson County, Atacosa County, Kendall County, Comal County, Guadalupe County, and the surrounding areas.
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.
Kerrisa Chelkowski's law office is located in San Antonio, Texas. She is a former Bexar County Assistance District Attorney. At the Bexar County DA's office Kerrisa was assigned to the appellate and trial divisions of the office. During her time in the appellate division she handled over 30 cases including death penalty appeals. Within her first year at the office she handled Stewart v. State, a significant DWI case which found itself to the Court of Criminal Appeals. Kerrisa argued that case to the Court of Criminal Appeals in front of a packed house of more than 400 spectators with successful results. Kerrisa also argued numerous times in front of the Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas.. During her time in the trial division Kerrisa tried many cases to juries and to judges of various courts. Kerrisa left the office in 2004 and started her own practice. She concentrates on criminal defense handling both state and federal cases. She continues to try numerous cases to juries every year with (so far) a winning record. Further, she has represented many people in the federal courts across Texas including defendants in the Southwest Airline case where the court dismissed the indictment against her client after filing motions and presenting arguments to the court. Kerrisa is also a Special Prosecutor for the Medina County District Attorney's Office.. Last year Kerrisa presented oral arguments to the United States Court of Appeals for Fifth Circuit in New Orleans, Louisiana. The appellant's sentence was reversed and remanded for a new sentence. Kerrisa has also represented clients on writs of certiorari to the United States Supreme Court. Including both state and federal appeals Kerrisa's name is on over 35 published opinions.. In January and February of 2007, she was featured in NSIDE, a San Antonio business journal, along with other successful business people from generation X. Further, she is a contributing writer for the journal. Her latest article The $25,000 Martini, discusses the financial impact a DWI can have on a professional's life and career. A 1998 University of Texas at Austin alum and 2001 Texas Tech Law School graduate, Kerrisa has built a solid reputation defending high profile cases throughout Texas with successful results.
Ricardo Briones was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. He attended the University of Texas at San Antonio and received a Bachelors of Business Administration in Finance and subsequently received a law degree at the St. Mary's University School of Law.. Ricardo Briones has extensive training and experience in criminal defense, family law and personal injury. If you or a loved one finds yourself in a legal crisis, please do not hesitate to call and set up an appointment to meet. Initial consultations are always free and payment plans may be available depending on your case. You are guaranteed to meet an attorney that will meet with you and explain to you the law. Please call us today.
Alfonso Otero is an attorney committed to excellence. Mr. Otero will strive to achieve the best results possible under the facts of every case. Mr. Otero will keep you informed of the progress of your case and will strive to make sure there is a perfect understanding of your case, the law and the facts. Mr. Otero understands the stress and anxiety that the legal process causes in all his client's lives. He is committed to find justice and a fair result for you.. For more information about Mr. Otero accomplishments please visit his firm's website.
I am passionate about the law and about protecting my clients' rights. I am the most zealous advocate that you will find.
The Law Office of Javier N. Maldonado, PC provides honest advice, guidance, and representation through the immigration system.. Our clients are at the center of our practice.. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of legal services to our clients. We take the time to learn about our clients, carefully analyze their legal problems, and craft solutions unique to them. Through creative advocacy, we have built a winning record for our clients.. We defend immigrants from deportation and help them obtain lawful immigration status in the United States or abroad.. We zealously represent persons accused of committing crimes in state and federal courts.. We represent employees who have been cheated from their wages, discriminated in the workplace or wrongfully terminated.. We seek justice for persons whose civil rights were violated by state or federal law enforcement officials.
Sam H. Lock has tried every type of criminal case, from murder to the most minor of misdemeanors. He brings his legal knowledge, litigation skills and a personal touch to his representation of those accused of crimes.. Largely because of his hands-on approach, Sam has twice been recognized by Texas Monthly as a “Rising Star” in the legal profession. He has been recognized three times in Scene in S.A. Monthly as on of San Antonio’s best lawyers.. He serves on the Boards of Directors for the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Sam is also a member of the American Inns of Court, William Session Inn, an organization of top attorneys and judges that meets to discuss developments in the law and current issues facing the courts.. Sam frequently lectures at continuing legal education seminars, educating other attorneys on developments in the law, evidence, procedure and consequences of criminal convictions.
Mr. Froelich is a graduate from Southwestern University and received his Juris Doctorate at St. Mary’s School of Law. Andrew is President Elect for SAYLA (San Antonio Young Lawyers Association) and is a member of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He is also a member of the Federal Bar Association and the Texas Young Lawyers Association.. Mr. Froelich started in the Harrison County District Attorney’s office for 2 years before moving to San Antonio. He has spent time as a prosecutor in Bexar County and numerous Judges have appointed him Special Prosecutor over the years. He is well respected by the Judges, and knows how prosecutors think. Protecting his clients’ rights is a passion.
I am in the business of helping people that are in the most need of help. If you or a family member is charged with a crime please call me to see how I can help!
Christopher D. Cavazos is a well-versed criminal defense and DWI attorney. As a former prosecutor, Attorney Cavazos has a unique insight as to how the legal system thinks and acts. With more than 15 years of experience, Attorney Cavazos understands what it takes to protect his clients’ legal rights. Available 24/7, contact BRCK Criminal Defense Attorneys to discuss your legal needs.
Patrick Hancock is is a criminal defense attorney working in San Antonio and throughout the State of Texas. He has more than 25 years of criminal trial experience. His courtroom results have included " not guilty " verdicts in cases involving DWI , sexual assault , murder and capital murder.
Reynaldo P. Morin (Rey) has been practicing law since 1994. In April 2000, Mr. Morin began working for the Department of Justice, as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) with the Eastern District of Texas. As an AUSA, Mr. Morin prosecuted complex and sophisticated cases that involved drug offenses, immigration cases, and violent crimes like bank robberies, firearms violations, and gang cases. He also prosecuted white collar crimes like bank, wire, and mail fraud.. While working for the Department of Justice, Mr. Morin received training that dealt with forensics in criminal matters, organized crime violations, how to conduct financial investigations, violent crime investigations, and how to work with cooperators and confidential informants. Mr. Morin was also trained on evidence for criminal litigators, courtroom presentation and evidence management. Mr. Morin was also trained on how to investigate and prosecute immigration cases, white collar cases and cyber crime cases. Mr. Morin has extensive training on how to investigate and prosecute all types of narcotic cases.. As an AUSA, Mr. Morin traveled to Mexico City to train Mexican federal prosecutors how to prosecute criminal cases in anticipation of Mexico’s conversion to a legal system similar to the American system. Mr. Morin also trained Mexican law enforcement officers on proper collection of evidence and chain of custody to preserve crime scene evidence.. Prior to joining the Department of Justice, Mr. Morin worked as an Assistant District Attorney (ADA) for the 81st. Judicial District Attorney’s Office from May 1994 to April 2000. As an ADA he prosecuted murders, drug offenses, aggravated assaults, driving while intoxicated, burglaries, robberies cases and numerous other violations of the Texas Penal Code.. While working as an ADA he attended the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association annual conference where he obtained valuable training regarding criminal law, to include trial practice, criminal forfeiture and criminal law updates. This training and experience allows Mr. Morin to efficiently and effectively represent your interest when you are facing criminal charges.