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67 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in ZIP code 78205 in San Antonio, Texas. Average rating of these lawyers is 4.4/5 and 73% provide free consultation.

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Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview

Criminal Defense Case Timeline

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Criminal defense case durations in San Antonio typically range from 2 to 18 months, depending on case complexity, court schedules, and resolution methods.

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Criminal Defense San Antonio Filing Volume

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Monthly new criminal filings in San Antonio generally fall between 350 and 700 cases, based on recent public court data.

Criminal Defense Case Outcomes

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Estimated success rates indicate the percentage of favorable outcomes for defendants at different stages: pre-litigation resolutions are most common, with fewer cases succeeding at trial.


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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Edgardo Baez

Firm: The Law Office of Edgardo R. Baez, Jr.
700 N. St. Mary's Street, Suite 1400 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Family , Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense
Mr. Báez is the only attorney at The Law Office of Edgardo R. Baez, Jr. Prior to becoming an attorney, Mr. Báez was a Senior Drill Sergeant in the United States Army and was attached to the 1/501st Airborne Infantry Unit. As a result, Mr. Báez is uniquely qualified to handle criminal law cases and cases that are too tough for other lawyers to handle.. Mr. Báez has conducted hundreds of criminal cases, from the pre-trial to pleadings, MTR's and trials. He has obtained hundreds of not guilty for his clients and will continue to fight for the rights of the unfortunate. Under his direction, The Law Offices of Edgardo R. Baez, Jr now focuses on defending those who have been wrongfully accused to better serve our San Antonio community, and Texas in general.. Mr. Báez enjoys mentoring people and families. He believes that with God, everything is possible. He is married and has four children and one grandchild. He was a Pastor at mutiple churches and has attended the South Western Baptist Theological Seminary and Liberty University where he obtained his MDiv and PhD. He was a Subject Matter Expert fot the New Hampshire State University on legal issues.. After his disciplinary action with the State Bar, Mr. Báez now known as Dr. Báez has obtained 26 not guilites for his clients in the past two years. Dr. Báez is planning on runniing for Congress in the near future. Dr. Báez is proof that after legal actions, anyting is possible. He uses that mentality to help his clients further their lives after the offence. His best stories come from clients who have been wrongfully accused, and are now enjoying life after their not guilty verdicts!
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

John Ritenour

115 E Travis St , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I help people with a criminal law problem in the trial court, on appeal, in parole release and revocation, and in post conviction habeas corpus work, in Texas and Federal Courts.
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.8 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Kristen Mulliner

Firm: The Mulliner Law Firm, PLLC
628 S. St. Mary's St., Suite 100 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Kevin Collins

Firm: Kevin L. Collins, P.C.
130 East Travis Street , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Juvenile , Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Kelly Pittl

1004 South Saint Mary's Street , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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!
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Kelly Mcginnis

130 E. Travis, Suite 435 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Kathy Starling

Firm: Law Offices of Kathy Starling
110 E. Houston , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Attorney Kathy M. Starling practices in Bexar County, Texas and its surrounding areas. She has lived in six different states as well as Canada since graduating high school. While pursuing her law degree, Kathy focused on criminal law and participated in several internships, which ranged from juvenile cases to capital defense. She earned her law degree from Georgia State School of Law in December 2013.. After becoming licensed to practice law, Kathy worked for Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas where most of her clients faced family law issues. She then worked for the Christiansen Law Firm where she handled both criminal defense and family law issues. Kathy Starling has recently opened her own office and is looking forward to focusing on criminal defense and helping people with uncontested family law matters.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Jonathan Watkins

Firm: Jonathan Watkins
130 E. Travis Street , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am from San Antonio, Texas.  I love my job.  My career began at the District Attorney's Office as an unpaid intern.  After passing the bar exam in 2012, I was hired by Judge Susan Reed and also worked for Nico LaHood.  In a relatively short amount of time I was promoted to handle felony cases.. My trial experience ranges from charges like DWI & Assault-Family Violence to Possession of a Controlled Substance; Burglarly-Habitiation; Sexual Assault; and Murder.  I have particiapted in over fifty trials.. I treat every case like a trial case.  My staff is tremendously helpful and we do our best for you and your loved ones!. We realize this is your life and we work accordingly.. Outside the office I love to: Cook, read, exercise, hike, swim, and run.  Go Spurs Go!
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Jonathan Moroz

Firm: Jon Moroz
115 E. Travis St. Suite 1500 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

John Economidy

425 Soledad St Ste 250 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Erica Dominguez

Firm: Bexar County Public Defender's Office
101 W. Nueva , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Jerome White

Firm: Law Office Of Bell and White
700 N. St. Mary's Street. , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
WHITE BIO. Owner and General Partner. Location: San Antonio, Texas. Phone:; Receptionist:. Fax:. Mr. White is a military veteran who has made San Antonio his permanent home. He received his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s University in 2005 and has been practicing law in Texas since then. Mr. White has appeared in publication in Austin and San Antonio since starting his practice. He is a past member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, “SABLA” and current member the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. White litigated cases in State and federal courts around Texas and has numerous experiences in both criminal and civil trials.. Areas of Practice:. Criminal Law. DUI/DWI. Domestic Violence. Possession of Marijuana. Probation / Parole Revocation. Prostitution. Felony criminal Defense. Juvenile Offences. Child Protective Services. Divorces. Child support. Immigration based on marriage. Bonds and Bond Reductions for Immigrants. Deportation defense. Petition based on marriage. Bankruptcy. Credit Card Defense. Debt Collection. Car Accident/Personal Injury. Bar Admissions. Texas, 2006. U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.2 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Jason Nitz

Firm: Law Office of J.P. Nitz
110 E Houston St Fl 157 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

J. Trevino

Firm: The Law Office Of J. Fernando Trevino, P.C.
110 Broadway Suite #190 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

J. Bunk

130 E. Travis, Suite 435 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Ishan Sareen

Firm: Sareen & Bozza PLLC
Tower Life Building , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Guillermo Lara

Firm: The Law Office of Guillermo Lara Jr.
310 S St Mary's Suite 965 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Guillermo Lara Jr. will fight every case for a dismissal and a positive result. As an Assistant Public Defender handling hundreds of cases, Mr. Lara has realized that our Constitution is trampled on daily. Mr. Lara has made it his mission to make a difference and breathe a new life into defending against governmental encroachments. Mr. Lara understands that the criminal justice system is intimidating and anyone accused of a crime needs a true ally.. Mr. Lara received his Bachelors of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio.  Prior to attending Law School, Mr. Lara was a Research Assistant for the University of Texas Health Science Center where he performed research on DNA Analysis & Genotyping. Mr. Lara attended TEXAS WESLEYAN SCHOOL OF LAW in Fort Worth, Texas and TEXAS TECH SCHOOL OF LAW in Lubbock, Texas. While at Texas Tech, Mr. Lara received the Pro Bono Law Student Award for his commitment to assisting the Legal Aid of Northwest Texas.. During Law School, Mr. Lara took and passed the Patent Bar and clerked with Halliburton Energy Services. At Halliburton, Mr. Lara assisted with patent searches and provided feedback for Research & Design. Mr. Lara was Secretary of the Intellectual Property Law Society while at Texas Wesleyan School of Law.. Mr. Lara is licensed to practice with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and licensed by the  Supreme Court of Texas. Mr. Lara is a graduate of the Texas Criminal Trial College and is also a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Gerald Goldstein

Firm: Goldstein & Orr
310 S St Mary's St #2900 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Criminal Defense
Gerry Goldstein is a nationally recognized and respected defense attorney who has served as a member of the prestigious firm Goldstein, Goldstein & Hilley for over 45 years. He is proud to take on a range of challenging cases from the San Antonio area and across Texas.. He continues to tirelessly fight for the rights of clients across Texas and the entire country, and his accomplishments include testifying before Congress in a hearing that is credited with defending American citizens' rights and defending the confidentiality rights of lawyers and their clients. His service to the legal industry and his fellow attorneys led to his induction into the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Hall of Fame in 2002.. Mr. Goldstein passionately promotes the future of criminal justice through aspiring attorneys and education. He served as an adjunct professor at his alma mater, the University of Texas School of Law in Austin from 1982 to 1993. Since 1998, he has taught a course titled "Advanced Criminal Law (Defense of a Complex Federal Prosecution)" every Fall at St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio.. He also shares his experiences and furthers his knowledge as a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers.. In addition to being licensed to practice law in Texas, Colorado, and before the Supreme Court, Mr. Goldstein also appears before the U.S. Court of Appeals 4th, 5th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Circuits. He is Board Certified by the State Bar of Texas in Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law, a distinction granted to less than 10% of attorneys.. His passion for the field of criminal defense has lead him to actively participate in the legal community on a local, state, and national level. In addition to having served as the President of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA), he has been interviewed by several news agencies and profiled in a number of published articles. He is currently the Co-Chair of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws(NORML) and has served on the Board of Directors for the San Antonio Bar Association. His other memberships include the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, the American Board of Trial Advocates, the Dean's Round Table at the University of Texas School of Law, and the Texas Trial Lawyer Association.. Among the many awards that have been granted to Mr. Goldstein, he has been named one of five "Top Notch" Criminal Defense Lawyer in Texas in 2012, listed in the Marquis Who's Who, Who's Who in American Law 14th Edition, and given the John Henry Faulk, Civil Libertarian of the Year award by the ACLU in 1995.. As a criminal defense attorney who has worked in conjunction with The Innocence Project, Mr. Goldstein has helped to exonerate and free several individuals who were falsely convicted by the state. His dedication to justice has led him to represent clients in a wide range of cases, a number of which have raised national media attention to important criminal justice issues, such as accountability at trial.. Mr. Goldstein works tirelessly at his firm, Goldstein, Goldstein & Hilley to defend the rights and freedom of those across Texas, from his home of San Antonio. From misdemeanors to federal cases including drunk driving allegations, homicide cases, and fraud charges, Gerry Goldstein has taken on every kind of case, and he continues to dedicate his time and vast experience to those in need.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Frank Sandoval

Firm: Frank Sandoval Jr, Attorney at Law
Tower Life Building-310 South Saint Mary's Suite 1710 , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Your success is my goal.. I strive to help individuals and businesses solve problems. Good People sometimes find themselves in Bad Situations, we are here to help.. With over 20 years of experience handling a variety of cases (through negotiation, mediation and when necessary jury trials) I am dedicated to ensuring my clients have the information they need to make informed decisions.. To minimize the stress and anxiety that accompanies legal issues and to help clients regain control of their lives I place equal importance on both client education and client advocacy, with the goal of achieving the best possible outcome based on a client’s choices about their case.. In addition to traditional litigation, I welcome seeking less costly alternative methods of dispute resolution, including collaborative divorces and utilizing the alternative dispute resolution process. As a full-service office, I represent and advise clients in a wide variety of areas. From Auto Accidents to Wills and Probate to Real Estate Transactions and Powers of Attorney to DWI cases, call me today for a confidential consultation.. From Auto Accidents to Wills and Probate to Real Estate Transactions and Powers of Attorney to DWI cases, call me today for a confidential consultation.. Not Certified By the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Hiring an attorney is an important process do not rely on the internet alone in making your decision.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Kurt Gransee

Firm: Rush & Gransee, L.C.
310 S Saint Marys St , San Antonio , Texas 78205
Practice Areas: Administrative , Admiralty & Maritime, Agricultural , Animal Bites, Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Asbestos , Assault & Battery, Business & Commercial, Civil Rights, Communications & Media , Condemnation & Eminent Domain, Constitutional , Consumer Protection, Contracts, Criminal Defense , Debtor/Creditor, Elder , Energy , Entertainment & Sports , Environmental , Estate Planning, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Gaming , Government Agencies, Government Contracts, Insurance , Intellectual Property , Internet , Labor , Land Use & Zoning, Landlord & Tenant, Medical Malpractice, Military , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Natural Resources, Premises Liability, Products Liability, Securities , Sexual Harassment, Taxation - State & Federal, Toxic Substances, Trademarks, Transportation , Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense
Kurt Gransee is a founding member of Rush & Gransee, L.C. Mr. Gransee started his legal career at a large defense firm where his legal skills were honed. Then Mr. Gransee joined the Bexar county District Attorney's Office where he quickly rose through the ranks after successfully trying a variety of criminal cases. Kurt Gransee has taken the skills he developed and created one of the pre-eminent law firms in San Antonio.. Mr. Gransee primarily limits his current practice to those individuals charged with State or Federal crimes. Mr. Gransee has a reputation of going the extra mile to get his client the justice they deserve. We have used to our advantage the foremost experts in accident reconstruction, medicine, computer forensics and psychology. By using the appropriate experts in a criminal case our clients can get justice, whether it's a not guilty or a greatly reduced sentence. Unlike many other criminal defense firms we have a fully staffed law firm, with a legal library, high speed copiers, and the ability to try a criminal case using high tech audio visual aids to persuade a jury.. Kurt Gransee has been voted by his peers and listed as one of San Antonio's Best Lawyers, for the past 11 years in the annual legal poll conducted by the monthly magazine "Scene in SA". Mr. Gransee was identified as one of San Antonio's best lawyers in Criminal Defense Law. Mr. Gransee has represented clients and litigated cases in a wide variety of criminal cases including injury to a child "shaken baby", internet child porn, Intoxication manslaughter, intoxication assault, DWI, and money laundering. Mr. Gransee has handled State and Federal cases throughout Texas, and in Federal District Court.

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