The Law Office of Johnny P. Papantonakis operates from 2555 North MacGregor Way, Houston, TX 77004, providing criminal defense representation in state and federal cases since 2001. Available 24/7 at (713) 630-0900, Attorney Papantonakis offers Houston’s most responsive criminal defense with a reputation for excellence and aggressive representation. The firm handles DWI/DUI charges, controlled substances and drug offenses, parole violations, sex crimes including sexual assault, violent crimes, domestic violence, and juvenile defense matters. With extensive experience navigating the Texas criminal justice system, Papantonakis provides assertive representation both in and out of court, discussing cases thoroughly with clients throughout proceedings. Notable case results include dismissals and no-bills for serious charges including sexual assault of a child, aggravated sexual assault, and 38 kilos of cocaine. The practice emphasizes aggressive defense strategies while negotiating optimal plea agreements when necessary to ensure client satisfaction. Serving Houston and surrounding areas, the firm offers free consultations to evaluate cases, identify weaknesses in evidence, and explore procedural errors that could reduce charges or achieve dismissals. Contact Johnny Papantonakis for experienced criminal defense representation that evens the playing field against prosecution, with proven success in both state and federal courts.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
Walker & Taylor PLLC operates from 17225 El Camino Real Suite 310, Houston, TX 77058, providing criminal and civil defense services throughout Greater Houston with over 100 years of combined partner experience. The firm specializes in serious felonies including murder, assault with deadly weapons, drug charges, domestic violence, DWI defense, weapons offenses, theft crimes, and federal criminal matters across Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Liberty, and Brazoria counties. Partners T. Edwin Walker, Emily William Taylor, Richard D. Hayes II, and Leslie R. Cross have successfully defended clients achieving not guilty verdicts in self-defense shootings, aggravated assault cases, and unlawful weapon charges. The practice handles vehicular crimes, drug trafficking, violent offenses, white collar crimes, probation violations, expunctions, non-disclosure petitions, and gun rights restoration with 24/7 availability for emergency consultations. With over 5,600 satisfied clients and extensive experience in jury trials, the firm provides aggressive representation for clients facing criminal charges or civil lawsuits throughout Houston, Pearland, League City, Sugar Land, and surrounding communities. Contact Walker & Taylor at 281-668-9957 for trusted criminal defense representation in the Greater Houston area.
Paul Darrow Law Firm, P.C. operates from 2180 N. Loop West, Suite 520, Houston, TX 77018, led by Attorney Paul Darrow who brings over 15 years of trial experience and unique perspective as a former Assistant District Attorney in Galveston County. Specializing in sex crimes defense including sexual assault, indecency with a child, child pornography, and human trafficking charges, Darrow has prosecuted over 300 cases before dedicating his career to criminal defense, achieving dismissals in sexual assault cases and reducing charges in complex child pornography matters through meticulous evidence analysis. The firm handles comprehensive criminal defense including drug possession and trafficking, DWI charges, theft and burglary, assault and family violence, federal crimes, white collar offenses, murder charges, weapons violations, probation violations, and parole matters throughout Harris County and surrounding areas. A South Texas College of Law graduate with 5-star Google ratings and 10/10 Avvo rating, Darrow limits his caseload to provide personalized attention, offering free confidential consultations at 713-641-5300 available 24/7. The practice extends military discounts and maintains flexible payment options while fighting for dismissals, reduced charges, or acquittals in state and federal courts.
Steptoe’s Houston office, located at 717 Texas Avenue Suite 2800, Houston, TX 77002, opened in January 2024 through a merger with SKV, bringing together top trial and business litigation lawyers handling bet-the-company cases. The office’s white-collar defense lawyers have extensive experience in criminal trials and appeals, parallel civil proceedings, internal investigations, and government investigations of companies and individuals. They have secured dismissals or acquittals in high-profile cases alleging insider trading, commodities manipulation, environmental violations, and public corruption, representing both executives and whistleblowers. The team includes former federal prosecutors and nearly all lawyers have completed federal or Texas supreme court clerkships. Criminal defense services focus on white-collar crimes, government investigations, federal criminal matters, and complex commercial litigation with criminal implications. Recognized as Texas’s best litigation department by Texas Lawyer and among America’s top 10 litigation boutiques by Benchmark Litigation, the office ranks highly in Chambers USA for White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations. Contact the Houston office at +1 713 221 2300 for representation in federal and state criminal matters requiring sophisticated defense strategies.
LeGrande Law operates from 712 Main Street, Suite 1840 in Houston, TX 77002, serving clients throughout Harris County with dedicated criminal defense representation. Attorney Tristan LeGrande leads this practice with extensive experience defending individuals charged with drug crimes including marijuana possession, THC offenses, and controlled substance violations. The firm handles weapons charges, unlawful carrying of firearms, and possession of firearm by felon cases. They represent clients facing DWI charges, assault crimes, aggravated assault, and family violence accusations. LeGrande Law defends against evading arrest, racing on highway, burglary of habitation, burglary of building, and vehicle burglary charges. The practice handles theft crimes, white collar offenses including fraud, money laundering, fraudulent use of identifying information, embezzlement, and forgery. They assist with juvenile law matters, expunctions, nondisclosures, and civil asset forfeiture cases. The firm provides 24/7 availability at 281-684-3500 for emergency consultations. Services include parole and probation violation defense with aggressive representation in state courts.
Located at 1225 North Loop West, Suite 324, Houston, TX 77008, Denuna Law Firm provides criminal defense services to clients throughout the Houston metropolitan area. The firm handles a wide range of criminal matters including DUI/DWI charges, drug possession and distribution cases, assault and battery, domestic violence allegations, theft crimes ranging from shoplifting to robbery, and white collar offenses such as fraud and embezzlement. Their attorneys defend clients facing both misdemeanor and felony charges in state and federal courts, with experience in violent crimes, weapons offenses, and probation violations. The practice offers comprehensive representation for those accused of sexual assault, vehicular crimes, burglary, and juvenile delinquency matters. They provide aggressive defense strategies aimed at securing dismissals, reduced charges, or favorable plea agreements while protecting clients’ constitutional rights throughout the legal process. Available for consultation at (713) 257-8889, the firm maintains flexible scheduling to accommodate urgent criminal defense needs, offering payment plans and accepting major credit cards to ensure accessible legal representation for the Houston community.
Drehner Law provides criminal defense services from their Houston office at 5300 Memorial Dr Suite 750, Houston, TX 77007, led by attorney Shannon Drehner who brings over 13 years of litigation experience including her background as a former chief felony prosecutor for Harris County. The firm handles major criminal cases including assault and battery, domestic violence, homicide, intoxication assault, drug crimes, sex crimes including child sexual assault, manslaughter, federal crimes, and aggravated assault charges. Shannon Drehner previously managed court dockets overseeing 1000 felony cases ranging from drug possession to capital murder, supervised junior prosecutors, and prosecuted organized crime as chief in the Special Crimes Bureau. The firm offers free consultations at (832) 626-0063 and accepts various payment options including invoice and trust payments. Ms. Drehner was selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers list published by Thomson Reuters and uses her prosecutorial insight to build defense strategies tailored to each client’s needs. Drehner Law serves the Houston community and surrounding Texas areas, located 3 minutes from Lakeland City Hall and 8 minutes from Westside Park.
Holt Law operates from 350 N Sam Houston Parkway E, Suite B295, Houston, TX 77060, where attorney Aaron Holt provides criminal defense and personal injury representation throughout Texas. The firm handles assault, domestic violence, drug crimes, DWI, murder/homicide, sex crimes, theft, robbery, burglary, and violent crimes across Houston, Humble, Jersey Village, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Liberty, Harris County, and Galveston. Holt discovered early that the right attorney makes the difference between ruined lives and freedom, driving his commitment to excellent, compassionate, cost-effective legal services. The practice also represents auto accident victims, fighting insurance companies for maximum compensation including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Clients work directly with Attorney Holt rather than paralegals or associates, receiving personalized attention from start to finish. Contact the office at 281-741-1182 or 832-979-4003 for consultation. An amateur boxer known as “The Fighting Attorney,” Holt combines strong principles of honesty and integrity with aggressive advocacy. The firm offers free initial consultations and maintains availability to answer questions throughout the legal process.
The Law Offices of Richard Kuniansky operates from 440 Louisiana Street, Suite 1440, Houston, TX 77002, with over 45 years of experience focused on fraud in federal court and white-collar criminal defense. Richard Kuniansky, an Emory University School of Law Order of the Coif graduate, served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia and Special Assistant for the Southern District of Florida before entering private practice. The firm specializes in federal crimes including wire fraud, tax fraud, Medicare fraud, money laundering, embezzlement, investment fraud, healthcare fraud, bank fraud, mail fraud, mortgage fraud, securities fraud, insurance fraud, conspiracy, and Ponzi schemes. With exclusive involvement in trial work since 1978, Kuniansky has obtained acquittals in wire fraud cases involving automobile dealers, attorneys alleged to have laundered drug proceeds, and insurance fraud schemes, leveraging prosecutorial experience to anticipate government strategies. Having tried cases throughout the country including Texas, Montana, and federal courts nationwide, the practice provides aggressive defense at (713) 622-8333 for clients facing federal financial fraud charges, understanding that federal prosecutors rarely bring charges without certainty of conviction evidence.
Paul Kubosh Attorney at Law operates from 1619 Lubbock St, Houston, TX 77007, serving clients throughout Harris, Galveston, Montgomery, and Fort Bend Counties with over 50 years of combined criminal defense experience. The firm handles a wide range of criminal matters including DUI/DWI charges, drug crimes, assault and battery, sex crimes, theft offenses, white collar crimes, felonies, misdemeanors, juvenile criminal defense, and expungements while also managing traffic tickets and CDL violations across the greater Houston area. Attorney Paul Kubosh leads the practice alongside Owen Campbell, offering free consultations in both English and Spanish with a commitment to appearing in court on clients’ behalf. They defend individuals facing serious criminal allegations from homicide to sexual offenses while also representing commercial drivers dealing with citations that could impact their livelihood. The attorneys bring decades of trial experience to each case, whether negotiating reduced charges for drug possession, fighting DUI accusations, or seeking expungements to clear criminal records for clients seeking fresh starts in their careers and personal lives.