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213 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Austin, Texas. These lawyers are rated between 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 and 57% provide free consultation.

Criminal Defense Lawyers Nearby Austin (by distance)

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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jason Trumpler

Firm: The Law Offices of Jason Trumpler
505 W 12th St. , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Civil , Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Family , Insurance , Juvenile , Parole and Probation, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense
I am 100% committed to getting you the best outcome I possibly can when you retain me.  I am dedicated to making sure that you are able to reach me whenever possible.  My staff and I do everything we can to ensure that we make this unfortunate time in your life as easy on you as we possibly can.  I am a former prosecutor, and I have personally taken close to 100 cases to verdict before a jury in both California and Texas.  Most of these cases have been DWI/DUI cases.  I have personally trained law enforcement officers on how to investigate DWI/DUI cases, write reports related to DWI/DUI cases, and testify in court related to DWI/DUI cases.  I am highly experienced and willing to do whatever it takes to get you best results within the confines of legal ethics.
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Joan Marron

Firm: Joan Marron Law
1504 West Ave , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Being faced with criminal charges can be a traumatic experience that can have a major impact on your life and your future.  The criminal justice system can be confusing, frightening and intimidating, and it is important to have an attorney by your side who not only knows how to navigate that system, but who also genuinely cares about your case and protecting your record.. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Texas, contact Ms. Marron today for a free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jorge Sanchez

Firm: Sanchez Law Firm
605 W Oltorf St , Austin , Texas 78704
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

John Toland

Firm: Peek & Toland, PLLC
1214 E. 7th Street , Austin , Texas 78702
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

John S. Butler

Firm: John S. Butler
316 West 12th Street   311 , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 2.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

John Hindera

Firm: The Hindera Law Firm
4425 S Mo Pac Expy Ste 107 , Austin , Texas 78735
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I was born and raised in Iowa, and graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 1970. I was honorably discharged from the United States Air Force in 1975. I have earned the following university degrees: Bachelor of General Studies (Science) in 1984 from the University of Nebraska at Omaha; Master of Public Administration in 1986 from the University of Nebraska; Master of Political Science in 1989 from the University of Houston; Doctor of Philosophy (Political Science) in 1990 from the University of Houston; and Juris Doctorate in 2002 from Texas Tech University. I won numerous teaching awards during my time as a college professor, but law is my true calling. As one local judge put it, "that guy's going to plead his case no matter what.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

John de La Vina

702 Rio Grande , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am a Central Texas Criminal Defense Attorney dedicated to the diligent representation of my clients with the utmost integrity.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

John Carsey

Firm: Minton, Bassett, Flores & Carsey, A Professional Corporation
1100 Guadalupe Street , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Civil , Criminal Defense , Business
Born in Houston, Texas, John attended the University of Texas, where he was a member of the basketball team which won two Southwest Conference championship titles and the 1978 National Invitational Tournament. He received his B.A. (American Studies) in 1980. Following his graduation, John played basketball professionally in Europe before returning to enter Baylor University School of Law, from which he graduated in 1984.. John was admitted to the Texas State Bar in 1984 and joined MBF&C. Since joining the firm, John has concentrated on civil litigation, family law and criminal defense. With his background in college and professional sports, he has successfully represented a number of well known athletes and coaches in various matters. He also has an expansive list of Fortune 500 companies who turn to him for representation in critical matters. John also currently serves as Managing Partner of the firm.. John enjoys sports of every kind, cooking and travel.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Joann Torrez

Firm: J. Torrez Law, P.C.
2520 S IH35 , Austin , Texas 78704
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Family , Insurance , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Traffic Violations
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jim Matthews

Firm: Jim Matthews Law
4009 Banister Ln Ste 363 , Austin , Texas 78704
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime, Violent Crime
Mr. Matthews grew up in Austin and attended The University of Texas where he received a journalism degree. From there he began an award-winning career as a television sports anchor in California and Texas, including KXAN-TV in Austin from 1996-2000. After leaving television, Mr. Matthews worked as a media director for Ketchum Public Relations where he trained top corporate executives for Fortune 500 companies.  In 2004, Mr. Matthews opened Slipstream Films - a full-service production studio producing documentaries, corporate videos, television commercials and reality shows, working with notable clients such as Nokia, New Balance and Paula Abdul. Mr. Matthews has also taught journalism for the American Forces Television Network.Mr. Matthews graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio. While in law school Mr. Matthews worked in the offices of the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas, the Travis County District and County Attorney and the Travis County Mental Health Public Defender. After law school, Mr. Matthews served multiple counties and clients in the areas of family and criminal law with Hazel Brown Wright Reneau. He is a certified ad litem for cases involving Child Protection Services and is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the San Antonio Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Matthews is currently licensed by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas since 2013. His authentic style and commitment to his clients enables him to obtain the results you need.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 2.5 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jeffery King

1000 Guadalupe St , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
The Law Office of Jeffery King PLLC is a family oriented firm dedicated to helping you take care of your family. Our compassionate and dedicated team knows the value of an aggressive defense and we will never judge you or your situation. It is our job to protect your rights and your freedom and we take this very seriously.. With over 20 years of professional experience and 10 years of service in the Marine Corps, Dallas criminal defense attorney Jeff King has the insight and experience to get results for your complex federal, state, or military criminal offense. Jeff has handled almost every type of federal, state, and military criminal case. And our team has overseen thousands of cases won or dismissed.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jessica Lieck

Firm: Cardenas Witt Law
1001 West Avenue , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jessica Bernstein

Firm: Law Office of Jessica Bernstein
404 W 13th St , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Ms. Bernstein’s practice focuses on criminal defense in the Austin, Texas area.. She is available to provide quality representation in every sort of criminal charge, from a traffic ticket to a felony.. She places a high priority on representing each and every client with honesty, compassion, and dedication.. She believes in providing her clients with realistic expectations while fighting zealously for the best possible outcome.. She will help you understand and navigate the difficulties of our flawed criminal justice system.. Many people find themselves enmeshed in the criminal justice system at a major low point in their lives. Ms. Bernstein takes the “counselor” in the title “attorney and counselor at law” seriously and strives to ensure that her clients find themselves at the conclusion of representation in a better overall position to move on and put this phase behind them.. If this is the sort of criminal defense representation you are seeking, contact Ms. Bernstein today for a free consultation.
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jesse Taylor

Firm: Law Office of Jesse Taylor PLLC
603 West 12th St , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Jesse Taylor is a criminal defense lawyer in Austin, Texas whose mission is to help clients, no matter where life has taken them, skillfully navigate the criminal justice system. In a complicated situation, with so much on the line, no one should make the journey alone. Jesse's experience, straight-forward communication style, and strategic approach helps his clients sleep easier at night knowing that Jesse's got their back.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jennifer Taylor

Firm: Smith & Vinson Law Firm, PLLC
1411 West Ave , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Jennifer Taylor is a passionate and dedicated attorney who believes that preparation, attention to detail, and work ethic are the keys to winning a case.. Jennifer completed her undergraduate degree in political science at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, graduating magna cum laude. She attended law school at South Texas College of Law, where she met Partners Jarrod Smith and Brad Vinson. While a law student, Jennifer focused on gaining as much real-world experience as she could. Experiences such as her internship with the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps and her participation in two of South Texas’ legal clinics allowed Jennifer to work closely with clients and help them navigate an often confusing and complicated legal system in order to obtain the results they wanted. Academically, Jennifer focused on honing her legal research and writing skills, serving as Editor-in-Chief of Currents: Journal of International Economic Law. Jennifer graduated South Texas summa cum laude.. Jennifer’s academic success led to her appointment after law school as a judicial law clerk for the Eleventh Court of Appeals in Eastland, Texas. As a clerk, Jennifer worked closely with appellate judges on a wide range of criminal law issues, such as post-conviction DNA testing, the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments, admissibility of evidence (including expert testimony in complicated sexual assault and murder cases), and many others. Jennifer’s work at the court instilled in her a set of values that she carries with her throughout her career, including work ethic, honesty, compassion, and a desire to fight for truth and justice.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.2 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jennifer Jamison

Firm: Stephen T. Bowling & Associates
700 Lavaca St. , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jeffrey Peek

Firm: Peek & Toland, LLP
1214 East 7th Street , Austin , Texas 78702
Practice Areas: Adoption, Assault & Battery, Automobile Accidents, Child Custody & Visitation, Contracts, Corporate , Criminal Defense , Divorce, DUI/DWI, Estate , Family , Immigration & Naturalization , Landlord & Tenant, Non-Profit Corporations, Personal Injury, Wills, Immigration
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jeffrey McCrary

Firm: McCrary Law
1400 W. 6th Street , Austin , Texas 78703
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Jeff McCrary is a criminal defense attorney who represents a wide array of clientele: from those who have been falsely accused of a crime, to those who have made a serious mistake and need legal guidance on how to get their lives back on the right track. He has a strong passion for helping people overcome their criminal charges by offering advice, legal representation and trust.. Jeff was raised in Austin, where attended both high school and college. After graduating summa cum laude from St. Edward’s University, he moved to Orange County, California, where he earned his law degree at Chapman University School of Law. During summer sessions, Jeff would return to Austin and intern at the Travis County Attorney’s Office. It was during his summer internships with the County Attorney that Jeff realized that he wanted to help those facing criminal charges, rather than prosecute them for the mistakes that they may have made.. After graduating from Chapman in 2010, Jeff returned to Austin to take the Texas State Bar. He accepted a position as an associate attorney with the McMinn Law Firm in December of 2011. Jeff represents criminal defendants in counties all across Texas, including Travis, Hays, Williamson, Gillespie, Comal, and Bell Counties. He has seasoned experience in pretrial litigation, plea negotiations, jury trials, and case preparation in federal and state court, at both the felony and misdemeanor levels.. Affiliations. Jeff is a member of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Texas Young Lawyers Association, State Bar of Texas and the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. He is an alumnus of the Phi Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity and of the Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity. Jeff is also an avid fan of the Texas Rangers baseball team.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jeffrey D. Miller

Firm: Minton, Burton, Foster and Collins, A Professional Corporation
Guadalupe Street , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Civil ,Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Jorge Vela

Firm: Law Office of Jorge Vela
818 W 10th Street , Austin , Texas 78701
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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