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Born and raised in Houston, I am dedicated to defending the criminally accused in my local community. Before entering into private practice, I served as an assistant district attorney with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. This experience gave me an invaluable understanding of the trial process and the strategies used by prosecutors, which now helps me build comprehensive and effective defenses for my clients.. I am committed to providing my clients with outstanding representation and aggressively defending their rights no matter what charges they face. I was honored to be selected for H Texas Magazine's list of Houston's Top Lawyers for 2011, 2012, and 2013, and I also received the Avvo Clients' Choice Award for 2012.. I proudly represent clients in Sugar Land and the greater Houston area, and offer a free case evaluation to potential clients. Visit my website to learn more: .

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.

At the Schiffer Law Firm, Texas attorneys Paul and Jacob Schiffer together have over 45 years of combined legal experience and descend from a dynasty of American lawyers going back over 100 years.. Schiffer Law Firm proudly fights for individual clients and their families who have been wrongfully accused, had their constitutional rights violated, and those who have been harmed by others, defective products, or corporate negligence.. Schiffer Law Firm practices in the areas of criminal defense, including high-profile, high-risk offenses such as sex crimes, white collar crimes, federal healthcare fraud, employee theft, murder, and other state and federal crimes.. Furthermore, Schiffer Law Firm represents individuals or their families in personal injury law, including, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, mass torts, pharmaceutical litigation and product liability.. The common thread in every case and the firm’s philosophy: PREPARATION & FOCUS. Further, unlike many firms, we believe it paramount to the success of every case that we truly get to know our clients, learn the most minute facts surrounding their unique case, remain disciplined to learning the newest changes to the law, and meticulously research our opposition so that we know how to get the best results.. Schiffer Law Firm has been recognized time and time again for their innovative trial techniques and courtroom charisma. We wholeheartedly recognize that people learn in different ways and we know we must adapt every client’s unique case accordingly, whether it is to encourage a prosecutor, judge, or jury.. Attorney Paul Schiffer | Managing-Member, Attorney Paul Schiffer. Attorney Paul Schiffer is a highly experienced, highly revered Texas attorney who is best known for his captivating trial strategy and unparalleled knowledge of the law and procedure.. Mr. Schiffer was born and raised in New York City, New York. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English from New York University. Mr. Schiffer then went on to attend South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas where he received Dean’s Honors and graduated with honors, Magna Cum Laude.. Prior to founding Schiffer Law Firm, attorney Paul Schiffer spent five years as a Texas prosecutor starting in 1975. While at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Paul personally prosecuted thousands of cases and tried hundreds of jury trials, including murders, sex crimes, and other high-profile offenses. Mr. Schiffer decided to then transition into a criminal defense attorney and has since represented and defended virtually every type of crime in Texas and Federal courts.. Mr. Schiffer has been named for over ten years as a Texas Super Lawyer, Houston’s H-Texas Top Lawyer, America’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, Most Feared Lawyers, and was recently honored by inclusion in America’s Best Attorneys. Mr. Schiffer also is a proud member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, and the Texas Bar Association.. Attorney Jacob Schiffer | Managing-Member, Attorney Jacob Schiffer. Attorney Jacob Schiffer is a highly skilled and greatly accomplished Texas attorney who is best known for his perceptive attention to overlooked details and distinctive ability to condense difficult legal concepts into clear and understandable terms.. Mr. Schiffer was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Humanities from the University of San Diego in San Diego, CA. He then went on to attend the Thurgood Marshall School of Law in Houston, Texas where he received Dean’s Honors every year and graduated with the highest honors, Summa Cum Laude.. Prior to Schiffer Law Firm, Mr. Schiffer previously worked at the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas as a legal intern, where he worked primarily in the violent crimes’ division. Further, Mr. Schiffer tirelessly worked throughout the entirety of his law school career with some of the most respected names in criminal defense and personal injury law, both in Texas and nationwide.. Mr. Schiffer is a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, and the Texas Bar Association.. Not only is Mr. Schiffer a skilled attorney, he has an extensive background in business and entrepreneurship well before he went to law school; receiving Houston Business Journal’s acclaimed Top 30 Under 30 Entrepreneurs award and Top 5 “Must Know” Houston Entrepreneurs.. When Paul and Jacob Schiffer are not passionately advocating for their clients, they both enjoy fishing, hunting, reading, scuba diving, world traveling, and spending time with their large family.. P R A C T I C E    A R E A S. CRIMINAL DEFENSE | Texas State and Federal. At Schiffer Law Firm, we are well know for taking on cases with high-profile exposure coupled with high-risk. These include criminal charges, both in State and Federal court, such as:. Sex Crimes. Fraud & Theft Crimes. Violent Crimes. Drug Crimes. PERSONAL INJURY | Texas State and National. At Schiffer Law Firm, we represent individuals who have been severely injured or the families of those whose loved ones have been wrongfully killed by others or corporate negligence. Some of these include catastrophic injury cases, both in State and Federal court, including:. Wrongful Death. Automotive Accident. Sexual Assault & Revenge Porn. Work Related Injuries. Maritime / Boating Injuries. 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Henry K. Nguyen was born and raised in Texas. Since high school, he has had a passion for defending those who have been charged with a crime. He has experienced first-hand what is at stake and what it is like to have your entire life dangling before you. He has also seen what can happen to you if you have a bad attorney. Mr. Nguyen has devoted his entire life to making sure people charged with crimes, guilty or not, have a chance of getting their lives back on track.

The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp is a criminal law firm with a practice devoted to the defense of criminal charges including felonies and misdemeanors of all stature.

I am committed to protecting your rights. I'm an experienced lawyer, former prosecutor, and former peace officer. I've handled cases from the lowest level trial courts to the United States Supreme Court. Even though my cases can be complex, however, my clients appreciate the way I can explain them in an easy to understand manner.. I’ve handled hundreds of criminal cases at the trial level as well as over 300 criminal cases on appeal or in other post-conviction areas (habeas writs, DNA actions, etc.). I’ve argued cases before the Texas Supreme Court’s criminal branch as both a prosecutor and a defense lawyer. I’ve also handled cases in federal appellate courts and, twice, in the United States Supreme Court. These are all criminal cases.. I helped lead a legislative review committee for criminal law bills and explained those bills to Texas legislators--many of whom had little criminal experience. I was also selected by the Texas Bar president to sit on the State Bar committee for the Rules of Evidence. I served in that capacity for years, helping to review and improve our Texas Rules of Evidence.. In 2018 I expanded my practice into the area of personal injury. Too many of my clients had been injured by reckless drivers or unsafe job conditions. Given that most civil attorneys have very little courtroom experience, I found that the transition helped my clients enormously.. Now I bring this knowledge and experience to people like you, relentlessly representing clients in all courts and on all types of criminal charges and personal injury cases.

Attorney Steven Shellist is an aggressive trial lawyer and the founder of The Shellist Law Firm, PLLC in Houston, Texas. A former chief prosecutor, he is a renowned criminal defense and personal injury lawyer with a proven track record of success. He is also recognized as an authority on criminal defense and related legal matters, frequently appearing on ABC-13 as a legal analyst and trusted resource for a wide variety of issues.Mr. Shellist applies his years of experience and aggressive approach to trial to his personal injury practice. He is committed to helping his clients navigate the legal process as efficiently as possible and always strives for the best possible outcome on their behalf. He is adept at presenting evidence to judges and juries and knows how to aggressively advocate for his clients’ rights. Call The Shellist Law Firm, PLLC today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

I defend people facing criminal charges anywhere in Texas.

Appointed by Eric Holder to serve as a federal prosecutor for the Southern District of Texas, Andino Reynal was a member of the Organized Crime Strike Force. While at the United States Attorney’s Office, Andino successfully tried white-collar cases, public corruption cases, and major drug trafficking cases. Andino left the United States Attorney's Office in 2012. Since then he has been invited back into public service to act as a special prosecutor for Harris County and a member of the U.S. Magistrate Judge Selection/Review Committee. Andino prides himself on providing customized legal solutions to the most serious and complex legal challenges facing corporations, partnerships, private equity firms, and individuals, locally and worldwide. He specializes in innovative litigation, conflict resolution, internal investigations, and managing accusations of violations of State, federal and international law. Andino's clients have included Fortune 100 companies, multinational corporations and sovereign states.

Armen is a trial lawyer who helps PEOPLE, not the powerful. He fights the State and Federal government across Texas and the U.S. on a daily basis. He believes that there is no greater honor than representing the accused. Licensed in the great states of Texas, New York, Florida, and California; call now for a FREE consultation.. Types of criminal cases handled: Marijuana to Murder.. Counties: Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston, Brazoria, Colorado, Chambers, Austin, Fayette, Brazos, Bexar, Lavaca, Liberty, Walker, Waller, Washington, Jefferson, Jasper, McLennan, Nueces, Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Midland, Ector, Kleberg, Webb and many more.

Fred Dahr is a Houston based criminal defense lawyer.  He aggressivedly defends people charged with state and federal crimes and handles appeals, habeas corpus, and clearing record cases.  For every case, he does a thorough investigation of the state's case and finds every legal and factual argument to beat it.  Contact him to discuss his strategy for your case.

David Nachtigall is a Houston trial lawyer who began his legal career at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney, where handled thousands of misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile criminal cases.  Through his years of work as a prosecutor, David honed his advocacy skills and developed valuable relationships with prosecutors and judges.   David’s commitment to professional excellence and his consistent success in the courtroom earned him a reputation as an effective trial lawyer among colleagues and the judiciary.. During his time a prosecutor at the District Attorney’s Office, David was selected to join the Special Prosecutions Bureau where he led large-scale investigations and prosecutions of financial crime and fraud. Today, David is called upon by individuals and corporations for counsel with complex civil matters related to white collar crimes, allegations of theft, and fraud investigations.. After leaving the District Attorney’s Office, David joined one of Houston’s top civil litigation boutiques where he used his extensive trial experience to achieve excellent results for clients in civil matters. As a civil litigator, David handled commercial matters including contractual disputes, fraud, and intellectual property.  David again demonstrated his effectiveness in the courtroom and earned an excellent reputation among his colleagues in civil law.. As the managing member of David A. Nachtigall, Attorney at Law, PLLC, David has represented hundreds of individual and business clients.  An experienced Houston criminal defense lawyer, David has successfully defended clients in state and federal court on charging from simple misdemeanors to complex felonies punishable by life in prison.. Before returning to law school, David worked as an information technology consultant and software developer for a Fortune 500 company in Dallas.  David’s deep understanding of technology assists him in both preparing cases for trial and presenting them to judges and juries.. Community Involvement. David is an active member of several legal organizations in Houston, and serves on the board of directors of the Harris County Public Defender’s Office.  He regularly speaks to organizations and classrooms about topics in criminal law.  He is a member of the CJA Panel for the Southern District of Texas, which is comprised of a select group of Houston criminal defense lawyers who provide defense to indigent persons charged in federal court.

Eric Benavides is a criminal defense attorney in Houston, TX.  He is a co-founder of Benavides & Serrano, PLLC.  He is a member of the Harris County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Houston Young Lawyers Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association, and is licensed to practice law in the state by the Supreme Court of Texas and federally by the Southern District of Texas.  He is a graduate of the prestigious Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Trial College, and has received continued legal education in all aspects of criminal law.  He is a proven trial lawyer with multiple Not Guilty verdicts to his name.  Mr. Benavides earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of Texas and his Juris Doctorate from the Texas Tech University School of Law.  Mr. Benavides was born and raised in Kingsville, TX, where he was the Valedictorian of Academy High School. He is happily married to his wife Carina, and they enjoy traveling and attending sporting events.

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.

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

I decided to be an attorney because I love helping people. When you hire me, you receive diligent representation from someone who cares about your well-being now and in the future.