McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans (formerly McCathern, PLLC) is a full-service law firm with multiple offices including Dallas at 3710 Rawlins Street, Suite 1600, Dallas, TX 75219 phone (214) 741-2662 fax (214) 741-4717, Dallas Family Law Office at 4514 Cole Avenue, Dallas, TX 75205 phone (214) 935-5000 fax (214) 741-2035, Frisco at One Cowboys Way, Suite 175, Frisco, Texas 75034, Houston at 2000 West Loop S, Suite 1850, Houston, TX 77027 phone (832) 533-8689 fax (832) 213-4842, and Los Angeles at 233 Wilshire, Suite 720, Santa Monica, CA 90401 phone (213) 225-6150 fax (213) 225-6151. The firm offers a wide variety of legal services with attorneys including Joseph Sampson, Scott J. Becker, Daniel K. Hagood, Megan Rachel, Laura Roach, Rodney Drinnon, Stephanie Almeter, Brandon Paine, Arnold Shokouhi, and Lev. G., with 17 attorneys recognized as The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America as of August 21, 2025.
The firm specializes in numerous practice areas including Directors & Officers Liability (representing professional liability insurers in complex, high-stakes claims), Employment Law (counseling management on every aspect of the employment relationship), ERISA & Non-Subscription (as the largest provider of litigation defense services to non-subscribers in Texas), Appellate Litigation, Banking & Mortgage, Business & Commercial Litigation, Cannabis Law (assisting cannabis businesses through complicated legal hurdles including risk management and intellectual property), Casualty & Bad Faith Defense, Commercial Trucking, Construction Litigation, Corporate Services (serving privately and publicly held corporations from start-ups to Fortune 500 Companies), Criminal Defense (handling State and Federal cases from misdemeanors to felonies including DWI and DUI). The lawyers succeed through a unique combination of strategy, innovation and legal acumen, working to pursue and protect clients’ interests while improving lives, with the firm’s tagline being “Sharp Insights, Swift Resolution.”
Jack B. Carroll & Associates is a criminal defense law firm in Houston, TX located at 1419 Franklin St., Houston, TX 77002, reachable at (713) 228-4607 with phones answered 24/7 and office hours 8AM-10PM daily. Founded by attorney Jack B. Carroll, who is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization with over 30 years of experience, the firm has won cases including murder of a Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy, double intoxicated manslaughter (twice), and a 145-kilo cocaine conspiracy trial at federal courts in Waco. The firm handles sex crimes, federal crimes, drug offenses, DWI defense, theft and shoplifting, illegal possession of firearms, domestic violence, bonds and bails, juvenile defense, corporate fraud, animal cruelty charges, and offers expunction services. Jack B. Carroll scored in the top 5% on the Texas Multi-State Bar Exam and has practiced criminal law throughout Texas, New York, and other states.
Jack B. Carroll & Associates provides comprehensive criminal defense services with attorneys Judy P. Mingledorff and Tommy T. Mingledorff as part of the team. The firm specializes in serious felony cases including sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, child molestation, child pornography possession, continuous sexual assault of a child, prostitution offenses, improper teacher-student relationships, federal sexual exploitation of children, and drug charges ranging from possession to delivery of controlled substances. Jack B. Carroll is licensed to practice in Texas and Oklahoma, The United States Supreme Court, 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. The firm offers flexible appointments and payment plans, handles expunctions and record sealing, and has achieved numerous not guilty verdicts including recent wins in 2024 and 2025 for continuous sexual assault of a child cases in Harris County and Hardin County, indecency with a child cases, and aggravated assault with deadly weapon in Colorado County.
The Law Offices of Ned Barnett operates from 8441 Gulf Freeway Suite 210, Houston, TX 77017, with attorney Ned Barnett providing twenty-four hour criminal defense services at (713) 222-6767. Board certified as a criminal defense lawyer by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Barnett brings over twenty years of defense experience plus several years as both state and federal prosecutor. His sex crime practice defends against charges involving minors including indecency with children, child pornography, sexting, online solicitation, inappropriate teacher-student relationships, and CPS investigations, recognizing the devastating impact of registration requirements. The firm handles DWI cases leveraging Barnett’s certification as a breath test operator, field sobriety test administrator, and gas chromatography analyst to challenge BAC results and seek dismissals or reductions. Violent crime representation encompasses assault, aggravated assault, homicide, domestic violence, protective order violations, and robbery throughout Harris County and federal courts. Drug offense services include heroin, marijuana, methamphetamine possession and manufacturing charges, alongside trafficking and distribution cases. Additional practice areas encompass property crimes, weapons charges, underage offenses, juvenile matters, theft and fraud including identity theft and credit card fraud, plus federal crimes such as human trafficking, terrorism, counterfeiting, tax fraud, and embezzlement. Serving Galveston, Brazoria, Fort Bend, Jefferson, Montgomery, Waller, Walker, and Chambers Counties, Barnett offers free consultations, personalized service, and leverages his prosecutorial insight to anticipate arguments and build strong defenses protecting clients’ careers, reputations, and futures.
Walker Law Office is a criminal defense law firm located at 917 Franklin St, Suite 550, Houston, TX 77002 and can be reached at 713-228-2611. The firm is led by attorney Mekisha Jane Walker who has been successfully helping thousands of individuals faced with serious criminal charges since 2006 with over 20 years in practice. Mekisha Walker maintains a top 2% ranking in Harris County based on win-rates in Harris County District Court in 2024 and has over 450 combined 5-star reviews on Google Reviews and Avvo with a 10/10 Avvo rating. Walker Law Office offers free consultations and serves Houston, Galveston, Friendswood, and Harris County with strategic legal guidance to help clients pursue the best possible outcomes.
Walker Law Office specializes in criminal defense and domestic violence cases, providing representation for clients facing serious criminal charges that can impact their futures from job prospects to loan eligibility. Mekisha Jane Walker has extensive knowledge with years of experience as both a defender and prosecutor, giving her full understanding and deep insight in every aspect of criminal law. The firm provides compassionate counsel, trustworthy representation, and personal service with Mekisha making it a priority to be available and accessible to listen to client input, explain options, and answer questions along the way. Walker Law Office operates under the understanding that criminal convictions can have life-changing consequences including confinement, fines, community service, loss of licenses, employment, housing prospects, and reputation, with Mekisha Walker earning clients’ trust by being honest, prepared, and fiercely loyal both in and out of the courtroom while serving clients throughout Greater Houston, Harris and Galveston Counties.
Chernoff Law is a criminal defense law firm located at 917 Franklin St, Suite 300, Houston, TX 77002, reachable at 713-222-9141 with fax at 832-787-0998. Led by attorney Edward Chernoff, who has been Board Certified in Criminal Law for over 25 years and has tried over 150 jury trials, the firm specializes in criminal defense including assault, drug crimes, DWI/DUI, federal crimes, theft, sex crimes, and violent crimes throughout Texas. Ed Chernoff is a former prosecutor who has represented police officers, lawyers, doctors, and family members of judges and prosecutors, has lectured at conferences and legal symposiums advising judges and criminal lawyers, and has been featured in CNN, The New York Times, ABC News, The Houston Chronicle, Texas Lawyer magazine, and other major media outlets for cases he has handled.
Chernoff Law serves clients throughout Harris County, Fort Bend County including Katy, Missouri City, Richmond, Rosenberg, and Sugar Land, Galveston County including League City, Montgomery County including The Woodlands, and Chambers County, handling cases ranging from misdemeanors like disorderly conduct and trespassing to serious felonies including capital murder, aggravated assault, and federal crimes. The firm has achieved numerous successful results including charges dismissed, reversed, reduced, and all counts acquitted across criminal offenses, juvenile defense, domestic violence, and DUI cases, with Ed Chernoff earning consistent 5-star reviews from clients praising his ability to get felony charges dismissed by grand juries in as little as 2 weeks, completely wipe records clean, and obtain not guilty verdicts. As a Texas Super Lawyer and member of prestigious legal organizations, Ed Chernoff offers free consultations at 713-222-9141, providing experienced representation with the philosophy “Don’t go into a gun fight with a knife” for those facing criminal charges that could affect employment, relationships, and result in jail or prison time.
The Sparks Law Firm, PC in Houston provides criminal defense with skill and dedication, offering unwavering commitment ensuring clients find solace knowing the team will champion causes and find solutions safeguarding rights whether facing DWI charges, assault accusations, or other Texas crime allegations. The firm sees persons behind papers with meticulous process extending beyond case files and police reports focusing on genuine stories, employing experts ensuring no stone unturned, focusing on litigation and mitigation exploring every option helping clients beyond cases including therapy, locating resources for essential needs. As collaborative compassionate firm prepared helping through each criminal procedure step, understanding weight of trust placed during life’s most challenging moments never taken lightly with clients deserving fair fierce fights. Founded by Monique Sparks in 2008 as Texas criminal defense practice, the team takes pride representing those accused or under investigation of criminal allegations, endeavoring over a decade protecting and defending rights of those charged in all criminal justice system facets. Taking different approaches focusing on individuals not charges faced recognizing stories matter, treating clients as family knowing they’re going through much with warm demeanor and unmatched accessibility, essential client participation welcomed from day one addressing questions and concerns. Located at 1923 Blodgett Street Houston, TX 77004, the office can be reached at 713-239-5026, with client testimonials praising Monique Sparks as awesome caring attentive lawyer working hard getting deserved justice including getting deferred probation instead of prison time.
Murphy & McKinney Law Firm, P.C. is a criminal defense and DWI law firm located at 902 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX 77008, reachable at 713-229-8333 or fax 713-583-0205. Led by Doug Murphy, one of only two attorneys in Texas who is Board Certified in both Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and DWI Defense by the National College for DUI Defense, the firm also includes attorneys Christopher M. McKinney, Andrea Podlesney, and Jackson Garza. Doug Murphy has taught criminal defense lawyers at more than 120 continuing legal education seminars throughout the United States, with 25 years of legal experience and 10 consecutive years as a Super Lawyer, earning recognition as Lawyer of The Year by Best Lawyers In America.
The firm handles DWI cases ranging from first offense to habitual felony DWI, intoxication assault, intoxication manslaughter, commercial vehicle DWI, motorcycle DWI, controlled substance DWI, and boating while intoxicated, as well as criminal defense for drug crimes, assault, federal crimes, prostitution, white collar crimes, theft, and 3G offenses. Doug Murphy is also Accredited by the American Bar Association and Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a former Misdemeanor and District Court Chief Prosecutor with extensive tenure in the Harris County DA’s office, and a former Adjunct Professor of Law at University of Houston Law Center. The firm provides personal consultation where they investigate each case thoroughly, giving honest and straightforward advice with strategic plans to protect clients’ rights, serving Houston and surrounding areas including Cypress, Katy, Spring, Pasadena, Harris County, Fort Bend County, Galveston County, Montgomery County, Walker County, Waller County, and throughout the state of Texas.
Located at 6525 Washington Avenue in Houston, TX 77007, Turnbull Legal Group provides criminal defense and personal injury representation throughout Harris, Brazos, Montgomery, and Galveston Counties under the leadership of former State District Court Judge and Chief Prosecutor E.R. “Ned” Turnbull who brings over 25 years of legal experience. The firm handles domestic violence, drug crimes, DWI offenses, expungements, forgery, property crimes, sex offenses, probation violations, violent crimes, weapons charges, white collar crimes, and federal matters while also representing personal injury clients in car accidents, truck collisions, motorcycle crashes, and wrongful death cases. Attorney Turnbull’s unique background provides invaluable insights from both prosecution and judicial perspectives, leading a team of dedicated attorneys committed to achieving the best possible outcomes through aggressive advocacy and strategic legal solutions. The practice has secured numerous victories including DWI dismissals, aggravated kidnapping charges dropped, theft and fraud dismissals, reduced assault charges, and not guilty verdicts in sexual assault cases, demonstrating their effectiveness in both criminal defense and civil litigation. Turnbull Legal Group maintains additional offices in Bryan and Conroe, serving statewide with a team approach that combines knowledge and experience while prioritizing integrity, compassion, and justice. For free consultation on criminal charges or personal injury claims, contact the firm at 832-314-3232 to discuss how their experienced team can protect your rights and secure your future.
The Law Office of Nathaniel Pitoniak serves Harris County from 4115 Canal Street in Houston, TX 77003, with attorney Nathaniel Pitoniak bringing over 15 years of criminal defense experience as both a former felony prosecutor and chief prosecutor. Having handled cases from both sides of the courtroom, Mr. Pitoniak provides unique insight into prosecution strategies while aggressively defending clients facing criminal charges throughout Houston and surrounding areas. The firm handles all types of assault charges including aggravated assault, assault-family member/domestic violence, and child endangerment. They defend clients facing serious felony charges such as murder, organized crime offenses, and aggravated kidnapping with potential sentences ranging from years to life in prison. Mr. Pitoniak represents individuals charged with sex crimes including sexual assault, indecency with a child, online solicitation of minors, child pornography, and statutory rape, understanding the life-altering consequences of these allegations. The practice defends drug crime cases involving possession and distribution, DWI charges, theft offenses, and white-collar crimes including embezzlement, money laundering, and PPP loan fraud. They handle weapons charges, fraud cases, credit card abuse, and provide strong mental health defenses when applicable. The firm assists with expungements to help clients clear their criminal records and move forward with their lives. Mr. Pitoniak maintains 24/7 availability and provides honest assessments of cases without sugarcoating or exaggerating outcomes. Contact the office at (832) 315-6283 for a consultation focused on achieving the best possible results.
The Law Office of James Alston operates from 1415 North Loop West, Suite 905, Houston, TX 77008, where James Alston brings over 30 years of experience as a former Harris County Assistant District Attorney (1994-2002) and Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas (2002-2006). Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, representing only 1% of licensed Texas attorneys, James Alston has handled over 375 federal criminal cases and maintains recognition as a Super Lawyer for over ten years with a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating. The practice defends state crimes including child abuse, conspiracy, cybercrimes, domestic violence, drug possession and trafficking, DWI, theft crimes from shoplifting to bank robbery, violent crimes including murder and aggravated assault, weapons possession, and white collar offenses such as embezzlement, fraud, money laundering, bribery, and Ponzi schemes. Federal defense encompasses counterfeiting, financial fraud, healthcare and Medicare fraud, internet sex crimes, RICO violations, tax fraud, money transfer fraud, phishing, political corruption, and representation during federal investigations and grand jury proceedings. Having achieved numerous dismissals and not guilty verdicts at trial including international kidnapping and civil rights violations cases, James Alston uses his unique prosecutorial experience to identify weaknesses in government cases. The Houston criminal defense attorney offers consultations at 713-228-1400, dedicating 100% of practice to criminal defense with immediate attention to reducing impact on clients’ lives and families.
