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I am a criminal defense lawyer. I became a lawyer for the sole purpose of helping individuals through the complex labyrinth known as the American legal system.. I love the legal profession and I am devoted to providing quality legal representation to my clients.. As an attorney, I understand that there are always two sides to every story, and I know that each client is a person with their own life story. I try to develop deep, meaningful relationships with each of my clients. I listen carefully to what they tell me because I want to understand their perspective so that I can present their case in the best way.. In addition to representing retained clients, I also serve as assigned counsel in Austin and Travis County through the Capital Area Private Defender Service, or CAPDS. I believe that everyone who is charged with a crime deserves quality representation, regardless of his or her personal wealth. My court appointed clients know that they are obtaining the same quality of representation that I would provide to any of my retained you hire me to be your attorney, you can be confident that I will bring aggressive advocacy to your case. I am not afraid to challenge the evidence and fight for you.. They have to go through me to get to you.

Successfully representing clients for more than 10 years in all family and criminal related matters.

While attending the University of Texas School of Law, I participated in the Criminal Defense Clinic where I was trained by some of the best lawyers in Texas. I quickly realized that criminal defense was the only type of law I wanted to practice. After graduation, I immediately opened my office and have been practicing criminal defense law exclusively ever since. I’ve handled over a thousand cases in my 13 years of practice – from first-degree felonies to Class C tickets. This experience is valuable because I’ve seen all the ways that cases can be dismissed. I leverage this experience for all of my clients, seeking to find the best resolution possible.

Jessica Lieck was born in Harlingen but grew up in Austin. She is a graduate of Gonzalo Garza Independence High School in Austin. After high school, Jessica attended Baldwin Beauty School and became a licensed cosmetologist. After years of working in the cosmetology and service industry, Jessica began taking classes at Austin Community College and then transferred to Texas State University. She graduated summa cum laude from Texas State with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Criminal Justice. She then attended law school at Texas Tech.. When not practicing law, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Harvey and Linus, and her nephews, Micah, Maddox, and Kingston. Jessica is a huge Taylor Swift fan, loves binge watching true crime documentaries and hanging out by the pool.. Jessica attended Texas Tech University School of Law and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence with a concentration in Criminal Law and Innocence. While in law school Jessica was two-time President of the Criminal Law Association, President of Tech National Lawyers Guild, an Advisor on the Diversity Advisory Board, a research assistant, served in the Student Bar Association, and was a State Bar Qualified Law Student in the Criminal Defense Clinic. She received “Top Grade” awards for Criminal Defense Clinic, Texas Juvenile Law, and Capital Punishment Seminar. Jessica was the recipient of the Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP Diversity Scholarship, Criminal Law Association Scholarship, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Charles Butts Scholarship, and the Brendan and Brian Murray Criminal Defense Endowed Scholarship during her time at Tech Law.. Jessica was awarded the Diversity Student Award, which is given to a student, who during their time in law school, has demonstrated a commitment to advancing diversity at Texas Tech University and the legal profession. Additionally, Jessica was awarded the Pro Bono Achievement Award for performing over 200 hours of pro bono work while at Texas Tech. During her time as a research assistant, she was published in the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association magazine “Voice for the Defense.”. In 2024, Jessica completed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)/International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Program. This training has been a cornerstone in enhancing her courtroom skills through her understanding of field sobriety test administration.

* I am Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.. * I am licensed by the Supreme Court of the United States.. * I have practiced over 25 years.. * I have over 50 Felony Jury trials to my credit.. * I have 10 murder trials to my credit including Capital Murder.. * I fear no prosecutor.. * I was chosen as a Super Lawyer.

Lackey Law Firm, P.C. serves the Texas Hill Country with honest, prompt and personalized legal counseling and representation.

I was a freshman at Texas Tech University when I first saw injustice with my own eyes. I worked at the Lubbock County Detention Center and spent hours with detainees, building friendships, learning about their lives, their struggles, and how they ended up in the criminal system. From that point forward, I knew I wanted to spend my career fighting for people in the criminal legal system.. I’m a first-generation American and grew up in an immigrant household. My mom was raised in Colombia and my dad is from Greece. They had to start over after leaving their home countries, so they understand the value of education, helping others, and embracing diversity.. My parents encouraged me to prioritize education and instilled the importance of helping others in me. I am forever indebted to their sacrifices. That’s why after graduating with a degree in social work, I chose to work with incarcerated individuals, people in recovery, and foster children.. Every person I met had some involvement with the law and I knew I wanted to be on their side, helping them navigate the system. I continued my education at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. During my time in Norman, I spent my summers in Oklahoma, Houston, and Austin interning for brilliant and passionate criminal defense attorneys. I assisted on cases ranging from assault and family violence to capital murder.. My job at Cofer & Connelly is to relentlessly advocate for my clients. I have a diverse practice, but lead our efforts on expunctions, administrative license revocations, and license eligibility. I also participate in new client meetings and take lead on translating for our Spanish speaking clients.. Aside from work, a lot of things make me happy! I love to travel. My favorite places are Greece and Colombia, where I get to spend time with my family and eat a lot of good food. I also love to read. My favorite book is A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara, and Mark Pryor is my favorite author. Most importantly, I love doing outdoor things with my dog, Oscar! He’s the greatest Aussie ever.

I think the most important consideration in choosing a lawyer is trust.  Your reputation, your criminal record, your liberty and sometimes quite literally your life is in this person's hands.  You must trust absolutely that the person who stands between you and your freedom will do everything possible to best advocate your case.. Austin, TX criminal lawyer are problem solvers. Our job is to help people in trouble. That's why I became an attorney. Everyone, in their worst hour, deserves someone to stand by their side. I have always said, "If someone wants to prosecute my client, they have to get past me first." I strive to give my clients the best defense possible. That means conducting my own investigation. It also means making sure the police and prosecutors do not cheat and do not railroad my clients rights.. I think the most important consideration in choosing between the many Austin criminal attorneys is trust. Your reputation, your criminal record, your liberty and sometimes even quite literally your life is in this person's hands. You must trust absolutely that the person who stands between you and your freedom will do everything possible to best advocate your case.

I have been practicing criminal defense exclusively since 2003.  I love to help people who have found themselves on the wrong side of the law.  I take pride in my results and in the progress I have seen so many clients make following their difficulties.  My approach is holistic--I care not only about getting the best outcome possible for each and every client, but also about my clients as human beings.  I have said many times, I do not want repeat business.  I want my clients to go on and prosper after their case is concluded.  Thankfully, most clients do just that.  And they send their friends, family, and colleagues to me when they too find themselves in trouble.  For this reason I can proudly say that my business has thrived purely by word of mouth  for over a decade.  I am grateful to be in a position to help individuals accused of crimes and plan to continue to do so for as long as I am able.  In the words of John Wesley, "Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can."  I live by this and I endeavor to embody this ethos in my work.

Brent Debnam is a partner at DebnamRust and primarily practices criminal defense and family law.. Brent focuses his practice on criminal defense and family law. He represents clients in vairous types of cases such as domestic violence, DWIs, custody disputes, drug-related crimes, divorce, in addition to other family and criminal related issues. Previously. Brent worked in a Criminal Defense clinic where he represented those who could not afford legal representation. He has represented individuals accused of various crimes such as: Domestic Assualt, DWI, DWI with a Child, Theft, Assault, Drug Possession, Probation Violation, Check Fraud, and a number of other offenses.. As someone who has been arrested, Brent knows how emotionally difficult and confusing it is to be accused of committing a crime. He understands that being charged with a crime does not make you guilty, and he believes that not every mistake needs to be punished by law. Brent is passionate about criminal defense, and will go to furthest extent permitted by the Constitution to protect your rights.. Brent has experience in various courtrooms across the state of Texas. You can find him in one of Dallas’s courtrooms several days a week. He frequently defends those accused of Assault Family Violence, DWI, Theft, Drug Possession, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, Fraud, and several other offenses. He has defended people facing life in prison, all the way down to those facing a simple fine. He’s defended those facing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree felonies, in addition to state jail felonies. He regularly defends those facing all levels of misdemeanors as well. As someone experienced in both the courtroom and outside negotiations, Brent knows how to navigate the intricacies of the judicial system to make sure his clients always get the best results possible.. Brent is a proud Red Raider. He received both his undergraduate and juris doctrine degrees from Texas Tech University. In law school, Brent focused on honing his skills in the courtroom. Brent won a National Championship and Regional Championship in Trial competitions. He was also a nation finalist in a Negotiations competition. In 2017, Brent was elected into the National Order of Barristers, a national organization recognizing excellence in law school courtroom competitions.. Brent is an advocate for eqaulity. He is a strong ally for the LGBTQIA community and provides a judgment free zone for issues of all kind. He stays actively involved with various LGBTQ+ organizations in the DFW area, and is a current member of the Texas LGBT Bar Association. Brent embodies DebnamRust’s most important goal: we seek only to help, not to judge.

My family always jokes, ‘the legal gene is in her blood.’ I grew up in the courtroom, often going to work with my parents. One of my earliest life memories is watching juvenile court with my dad who was a prosecutor at the time and is now a state district judge. My mom was a court coordinator and has undoubtedly taught me as much law as my dad has. Ever since that day in juvenile court, I have dreamed of helping people in the same way they have. My maternal grandfather was an incredible Austin, Texas defense attorney and was partners in a firm with my uncle. They always fought the good, honest fight for the underdog and instilled in me to do the same. My paternal grandfather taught law at the University of Texas. It really is in my blood.. I graduated from Texas A&M University (WHOOP!) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. I then went on to get my JD from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. There I was Chair of the Board of Advocates and an Editorial Member for The Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Race and Social Justice. Advocating for others and social justice are hand in hand very important to me.. I was born in Austin and grew up in Bastrop, Texas. I am always down for adventure and a good hike. In my free time you can find me walking around town with my dog and cheering on the Aggies.

Education. Bar Admision. 2004: Admitted to the State bar of texas , Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer Association, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Coastal Conservation Association. Practice Areas. Over 12 years practicing: Criminal Defense, (PI) Personal Injury, Immigration

Charles was born outside of Philadelphia, and received his Bachelor of Science degree from the Pennsylvania State University while working summers at Yellowstone National Park. He then moved to Austin to attend the University of Texas where he received both a Masters in Business Administration (M.B.A.) and a law degree (J.D.). Since his graduation from law school in 1996, he has focused solely on representing individuals in criminal defense matters, and the scope of his practice encompasses all state and federal crimes. Charles is licensed to practice in all courts in the State of Texas as well as the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. He is a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.. Charles met his beautiful wife, Lisa, in 2001 and is the father of two wonderful children. He loves travelling and participating in a variety of sports activities.. He has completed 21 marathons and has ridden his bicycle across America from Los Angeles to Boston. He continually works to improve his Spanish language skills and has travelled to Costa Rica to study Spanish.

Gary is an experienced criminal defense lawyer and former prosecutor. He has successfully handled wide variety of cases including DWI, possession of a controlled substance, marijuana, assaults, motions to revoke, family violence, felony cases, expunctions, and motions for nondisclosure all across Texas. He has also successfully handled criminal and civil cases on appeal.. He has a proven track record of excellence and will work hard to give you the best representation possible. Contact his office to set up a free consultatioin to discuss your case.