Introduction
Board certification in criminal law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization is a credential fewer than one percent of Texas attorneys hold. Blake Burns of Burns and Davis has earned it, which distinguishes this Fort Worth firm from the broader criminal defense market in Tarrant County. The firm operates at 115 N Henderson St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, reachable at 817-873-1883, and handles criminal defense and personal injury matters with twenty-four-hour availability and a willingness to take cases other firms decline.
The attorneys at Burns and Davis bring a prosecutorial perspective to defense work. Their background as former Florida state prosecutors means they understand how cases are built, what evidence prosecutors prioritize, and where weaknesses in the government case are most likely to exist. That knowledge informs strategy from the moment a client first contacts the firm.
Practice Areas
Burns and Davis concentrates primarily on criminal defense, with a separate personal injury practice.
Criminal Defense
The firm handles the full spectrum of criminal matters in Tarrant County:
- Appeals of criminal convictions
- Assault charges, including aggravated assault and family violence
- Drug crimes, from simple possession to distribution
- Drunk driving (DWI/DUI)
- Gun and weapons charges
- Misdemeanor offenses
- Murder and homicide defense
- Sex crime allegations
- Domestic violence defense
- Federal criminal matters
- Probation violations
Post-Conviction Relief
Burns and Davis has particular expertise in writs of habeas corpus, handling Article 11.07 petitions in Texas courts, 2254 petitions for state prisoners in federal court, and 2255 motions for federal prisoners seeking relief from their sentences. Post-conviction work requires a distinct set of procedural skills, and the firm board-certified criminal attorney brings those skills to clients who have already been convicted and are seeking a path to relief.
Personal Injury
The firm represents individuals injured by the negligence of others, handling the investigation, insurance negotiations, and litigation that personal injury claims require.
Attorney Profiles
Blake Burns is a board-certified criminal law specialist, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. That certification requires demonstrated competency through experience, peer review, and a rigorous examination process. His background as a former Florida state prosecutor gives him direct insight into how the government constructs criminal cases, which he applies to defense strategy. Burns is available around the clock to clients facing urgent criminal matters.
Location and Service Area
Burns and Davis serves clients in Tarrant County, Texas, from its office at 115 N Henderson St, Fort Worth, TX 76102. Phone: 817-873-1883.
The firm offers twenty-four-hour availability, free consultations, and payment plans, which reflects a practical recognition that criminal charges do not arise on a convenient schedule and that legal fees should not prevent someone from obtaining qualified representation. Spanish-language services are available.
Additional information is at burnsanddavislaw.com/ The firm location on N Henderson Street in Fort Worth places it close to Tarrant County criminal courts, reducing logistical delays in case management and ensuring attorneys can respond quickly when matters require court appearances.
Client Focus
Burns and Davis takes cases other firms will not handle. That positioning reflects a willingness to engage with the most serious and complex criminal defense matters, including murder defense, federal crimes, and post-conviction habeas proceedings where the procedural barriers are high and the stakes are significant. The firm twenty-four-hour availability and payment plan options reduce the practical friction that often prevents people from accessing experienced legal counsel at the moment they need it most.
The firm dual background, with prosecutorial experience on one side and defense representation on the other, gives clients a more complete picture of the legal landscape their case occupies. Former prosecutors know how charging decisions are made, what evidence matters most to a jury, and how district attorneys evaluate whether to take a case to trial. That institutional knowledge, applied from the defense side, produces strategic decisions that a purely defense-oriented background cannot match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blake Burns board certified in criminal law?
Yes. He holds board certification in criminal law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, which fewer than one percent of Texas attorneys achieve.
Does Burns and Davis handle post-conviction cases?
Yes. The firm handles writs of habeas corpus including Article 11.07 petitions, 2254 petitions, and 2255 motions for post-conviction relief.
Are there Spanish-language services available?
Yes. The firm provides Spanish-language services.
Does the firm offer payment plans?
Yes. Burns and Davis offers payment plans along with free consultations and twenty-four-hour availability.
What geographic area does Burns and Davis serve?
The firm primarily serves Tarrant County, Texas, from its Fort Worth office.
Closing
Burns and Davis brings board-certified criminal law expertise and prosecutorial experience to defense work in Tarrant County. The firm handles criminal matters from misdemeanors through murder defense and federal post-conviction relief, with Spanish-language services, payment plans, and around-the-clock availability for clients who need counsel immediately.
To reach Burns and Davis, call 817-873-1883 or visit burnsanddavislaw.com/