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Firm: Stephen T. Bowling & Associates

700 Lavaca St. , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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.

Firm: Peek & Toland, PLLC

1214 E. 7th Street , Austin , Texas 78702

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: John S. Butler

316 West 12th Street   311 , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: City of Austin

301 W 2nd St , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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.

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.

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.

605 W Oltorf St , Austin , Texas 78704

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Firm: Texas Court of Criminal Appeals

Po Box 12308 , Austin , Texas 78711

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Ashcroft Sutton Reyes

919 Congress Ave Ste 1325 , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Office of Joe James Sawyer

505 W 12 Th St Ste 204 , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Lusk and Evans

806 W 11 Th St , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: The Andarza Law Office

611 S Congress Ave Ste 210 , Austin , Texas 78704

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense , Immigration & Naturalization , Criminal Defense