Houston Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal Defense in Houston, TX

Finding a criminal lawyer who has the skill and experience to fight for your freedom and future is critical. Not all law firms are equally qualified to defend serious criminal cases, and it is a well-established fact the skill and talent of your lawyer has an impact on the outcome of your case. At Stradley Chernoff & Alford, our legal team is comprised of three Texas Board Certified Criminal Lawyers and one Texas Board Certified Family Lawyer, all of whom have extensive experience in defending cases, both prior to trial and in the courtroom. As former prosecuting attorneys and former district attorneys, we have dedicated our extensive education and experience to defending people who need it most: those accused of criminal offenses.

Experienced & Board Certified Criminal Attorneys in Houston

After an arrest, and before charges are formally filed by indictment, it is often possible to avoid serious repercussions if immediate defense action is taken. Our extensive experience on the "other side of the aisle" gives us deep insight into how to address even the most serious of criminal charges, from the moment the arrest is made. We provide high quality, aggressive defense for individuals charged with all types of criminal offenses, including but not limited to domestic violence, assault, sex offenses, DWI, federal crimes, juvenile crimes, probation violations, theft crimes, appeals, warrants, bench warrants, expungements, traffic offenses, violent crimes, white collar crimes, identity theft, fraud crimes, kidnapping, robbery / burglary, murder / manslaughter, hit & run, firearm offenses, child abuse, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and restraining orders.

Aggressive, Compassionate, Dedicated Criminal Defense

Most of the clients we see have never been in trouble with the law before and have never had many dealings with the legal system. That is one reason why we provide so much information in our Stradley Chernoff & Alford website: We know how frightening the legal process can be. We think if you know about the firm, and know more about how to hire an attorney, and visit with one of our lawyers, you will feel confident in your choice in our firm.

Read Our Biographies, Client Testimonials

We invite you to review our legal biographies and read our client testimonials, and then set up an appointment for a free initial consultation. Your choice in legal counsel may prove to be the most important choice in handling your criminal or family law case.

We've served the Houston-area community since 1999, and have a reputation for taking on difficult cases other attorneys do not feel equipped to handle and refer to us. We often travel to other communities for serious cases. The size of our firm means we can provide comforting, personal attention to handle cases of differing complexity at a fair price. Our many years of individual and combined experience can help tailor a legal strategy that best suits your situation and needs, and not just churn a cookie cutter result. For you to take control of your legal situation, we give you experienced, straightforward, sometimes tough advice and work with you to get the best legal result we can.

Contacting Experienced Attorneys Right Away Can Make a Difference

Your case is important to us. Determining the best course of defense action requires a deep evaluation of all evidence obtained prior to and during to your arrest. A painstaking assessment involves a review of all statements and other physical and scientific evidence to determine if any errors exist that could lead to early dismissal of your charges. When law enforcement has stepped outside the bounds of the law by conducting an illegal search and seizure, it can provide our team with the ammunition we need to have such evidence suppressed.

Any error, flawed witness statements, or other mitigating evidence must be identified at once, from a traffic related offense to the most serious of crimes, including violent crimes. Many cases have the potential for early dismissal, reduced charges or an acquittal when we have the opportunity to immediately get into action. We strongly advise you to contact our experienced legal team immediately after an arrest, or if you are under investigation for a serious crime. Protecting your rights prior to an arrest can be crucial to the outcome.

Contact a Houston criminal defense attorney from our firm as soon as possible if you have been arrested or are under investigation.