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Amanda Bolin grew up living in a variety of places in the U.S. as well as overseas, first a military brat and then a child of the oil and gas industry, before finally landing in the panhandle of Texas where she graduated from high school. Amanda went on to major in political science and minor in speech communication at Texas A&M University and graduated magna cum laude and with university and foundation honors with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2001. Amanda went on to attend Baylor University on a full tuition scholarship and received her Doctorate of Jurisprudence in 2004.Amanda began her career as a prosecutor in 2005 when she joined the State Attorney’s Office for the 10th Judicial District of Florida where she prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases and tried over 50 cases to a jury or judge. After the birth of her first child Amanda came back home to Texas and in 2006 began a long career with the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. While working for Fort Bend County Amanda held a variety of positions, including prosecuting general misdemeanor and felony cases, reviewing cases in the intake division and prosecuting specialized gang and narcotics cases. In 2015, Amanda was promoted to the position of Chief Prosecutor of the Family Violence Division where she supervised eight other prosecutors in the family violence division and personally handled the family-related homicide cases. As a Texas prosecutor Amanda tried over 50 cases to a jury with a high level of success in securing convictions and was known for her passion, drive and ability to tackle a complicated set of facts. Amanda prosecuted over 20 murder cases and 7 capital murder cases including one in which the State sought the death penalty. While working as a prosecutor Amanda was a member of the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association, the Fort Bend County Crime Victim’s Response Team, and the Fort Bend County Human Trafficking Task Force. She also enjoyed teaching cadets at the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy, and training volunteers at the Fort Bend County Women’s Center.In 2019 Amanda ended her career in prosecuting and joined two former adversaries to form the criminal defense law firm of Smith McDonald Bolin.Amanda has extensive work as a prosecutor, law enforcement instructor, and as a criminal trial attorney. She knows exactly how prosecutors review cases and their strategies in trial. Amanda can easily pinpoint the weaknesses in the State’s case and use that to help her clients. If you are looking for personal attention and passionate zealous representation in criminal cases you will find that with Amanda Bolin.

I have over 25 years experience in law enforcement having ended that career as the First Assistant at the Waller County DA's Office. In addition, I worked for the Harris County DA and the Montgomery County DA for two decades.  Since 2014, I have also been in private practice representing a select few clients so that they receive the attention and dedication they deserve as they go through the criminal Justice system.. I am known for innovative thinking and created several national models for the legal system including Felony Murder prosecutions for Habitual DWI killers, No Refusal to make the arrest and judicial processes more efficient, efficient court case management programs, Skype testimony, and more. Two separate groups have named me the nation's top lawyer in my field and I received a public service award from NHTSA in 2013.  I know the system and get along well with prosecutors, judges, and police.  I want to put this experience to work for you!

Helping people is my passion. Whether a client has been injured in an accident, or charged with a criminal offense, I take pride in getting results. Law is not something I practice, its something I aim to perfect. I have successfully helped many clients throughout the state of Texas  in both state and Federal court. There is no greater feeling than tthe satisfaction that I feel after hepling a client who was in desperate need and they say thank you.

Cary M. Faden. The Law Office Of Cary M. Faden / Sugar Land, Texas. Cary M. Faden was licensed to practice law in the State of Texas in May 1990; licensed to practice law in the United States District Court, Southern District of Texas, November 1990; A member of the Fort Bend County Bar Association and the Fort Bend Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, January 1991; A member of the Brazoria County Bar Association, January 1991; A member of the Matagorda County Bar Association, 2010; A member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, April 1996. Mr. Faden has a Trial, Appellate and Post Conviction practice, and is a Jury Selection Consultant; Mr. Faden is Death Penalty Capital Murder Certified in the Second Administrative Judicial Region of Texas for Attorney’s Qualified as Counsel in Capital Cases for Appellate, First and Second Chair. Mr. Faden currently serves as the State Bar of Texas Grievance Committee Panel Chair for the District 5 Panel 1 Committee.  Mr. Faden is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and the CapitalUniversityLawSchool.

Sugar Land criminal defense attorney Adam Capetillo is skilled in the practice of criminal law. Backed by years of experience, he has a comprehensive understanding of Texas criminal law.. He and his team can effectively guide you throughout the entire legal process while helping you make well-informed decisions about the future. Whether you were charged with DWI, a drug crime, a felony, or any other criminal act, he can assist you. Attorney Capetillo will fight for a complete dismissal, or possible reduction, of the charges you are facing.

After nearly four years as an Assistant Criminal District Attorney in Galveston County, Texas and three as a felony prosecutor, Vik chose to enter the world of criminal defense.  Vik has experience handling all kinds of criminal charges, from DWI, assault and other misdemeanors to all kinds of felonies, including murder, intoxication manslaughter, aggravated assault, sexual assault, drug cases, and burglary.. Vik understands that being charged with a crime affects people and their families on multiple levels.  In addition to zealously defending his clients, Vik knows the way the system works and is able to guide clients and their families through the difficult process while defending their rights.. Vik was named a "Top Lawyer" by Houstonia Magazine in 2018, 2019 and 2020 as well as a Super Lawyer Rising Star by Texas Monthly in 2018, 2019 and 2020.. Vik practices criminal law all over the Houston area, including in Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend, and Brazoria counties.. Remember, if the cuffs click, call Vik.

Vonnie Dones is a former criminal prosecutor for the Harris County District Attorney's Office responsible for prosecuting and managing thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases. Dones' caseload was approximately 2,600 cases.. Dones worked as a Staff Attorney for the Earl Carl Institute at Thurgood Marshall College of Law representing juveniles in juvenile court adjudication matters throughout Harris County and surrounding counties. Dones provided legal representation to children who were in multiple systems including the criminal justice system, disparate educational systems, the mental health system, and foster care system. Dones also expunged and sealed criminal records for juveniles and adults and supervised student attorneys while working for the institute.. Vonnie Dones is the founder of . Prior to forming , Dones, as a legal assistant, assisted the Director of the City of Cleveland's Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs (FHCA) in representing and protecting Clevelanders from consumer scams, fraudulent business practices, and unfair and unequal treatment in housing. Dones provided consumer protection in the following areas: Unfair and deceptive sales practices, fraud, new home construction, debt collection defense, landlord-tenant disputes, breach of contract, warranty disputes, refunds, home solicitations, home repairs and renovations, and contract cancellation. His experience with the city exposed him to countless complex and unique fraudulent business practices and inequities faced by consumers, which he now draws upon to help his clients resolve their legal issues.. Before receiving his law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Dones was signed as a recording artist with Violator / Def Jam Recordings / Polygram Records. He worked with Russell Simmons, Lyor Cohen, and the late Chris Lighty, which he now draws upon to help his clients in entertainment law. He signed an artist and label deal with Chris Lighty CEO / Founder of Violator Entertainment, who has signed and managed artists such as Sean "Diddy" Combs, Warren G, L.L. Cool J, Soulja Boy, Q-Tip, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliot, Mariah Carey, Nas, 50 Cent and more. He was also signed as an artist with Marley Marl at the House of Hitz in Manhattan, New York. Marley is often described by many as the “inventor of sampling.”. Dones has worked in marketing, advertising, and promotion with entertainment artists such as Soulja Boy, Teirra Mari, Roscoe Dash, Trina, and more. He is the founder of a marketing and entertainment promotions and booking agency, which has been endorsed by Rick Ross, T.I., Meagan Good, Kevin Hart, Tom Arnold, Jay Mohr, Henry Cho, Whitney Cummings, Chris Delia,  Bun B, Young Jeezy, John Witherspoon, Lupe Fiasco, Vince Young, T-Pain, Paul Rodriguez, Keri Hilson, Trey Songz, Mario, Bobby Brown, Ralph Tresvant, Mos Def, and more. Dones has over 20 years of experience in the music industry.

I am a former prosecutor and I have now dedicated my practice to helping people with their problems. I handle every type of criminal case - both State and Federal. In the past I have handled DWI, drug possession, and assault cases, as well as a variety of felony offenses. If you have been arrested, call my office immediately at.. I also handle post-conviction cases - appeals from verdicts of guilty as well as writs of habeas corpus which are available when all other appeals have failed. If you were convicted by a jury or if you have exhausted all of your appeals but still wish to fight your case, contact my office right away.. If you have a problem related to a divorce or child custody matter, or you have been injured in some way, I can help, so don't hesitate to contact me at.

I have spent the past 27 years trying cases in the defense of people charged with crimes.  I love what I do and I have always been and continue to be humbled and honored to represent my clients.  Each of us is a walking story and finding out what that story is one of the most fascinating aspects of my job.  It is also the part of my job that can be the most heartbreaking.  When someone is placed into my care, I believe it is for a reason; that we, my client and I, are part of team is not happenstance.. I have been very lucky to have been trained by some of the best lawyers in the country:  Gerry Spence, Randi McGinn, Roger Dodd, Larry Pozner, Terrance MacCarthy, and Michael Tigar are but a few of the many, many talented and gifted lawyers that have been so giving of their time.  I have taken the many lessons and skills that I have been taught and continue to hone those skills to better represent those that have been placed in my care.

In private practice as a criminal defense attorney since 2013;. Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office, 2008-2013;. South Texas College of Law Houston, 2007;. University of Pennsylvania, 2003;. Houston St. John's School, 1999

Sean Daredia attended SMU Dedman School of Law as a Dean’s List Scholar.. After law school he practiced Criminal Defense, handling all types of serious felonies throughout the state of Texas.. He later worked as a Prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Daredia tried worked with law enforcement agencies across the state, and learned what tactics the prosecution will use.. Sean Daredia also spent time working as a Supervising Federal Attorney with the United States Small Business Administration. He investigated fraud and financial crimes during his tenure there, which provided him with the knowledge to handle a wide variety of financial crimes in state and federal court.. As a defense attorney Sean Daredia has successfully handled thousands of criminal cases. He has successfully defended clients charged with, Capital Murder, Murder, Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child, Sexual Assault, Manufacturing and Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Intoxication Assault, and numerous other serious felonies.