3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Houston, TX

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James G. Sullivan - Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyers
James G. Sullivan - Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyers
James G. Sullivan - Houston, TX Criminal Defense Lawyers
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JAMES G. SULLIVAN

JAMES G. SULLIVAN & ASSOCIATES
12345 Jones Road, Suite 288,
Houston, TX 77070 Directions

Since 1994

Specialty:

Domestic Violence Felonies Misdemeanors Juvenile Defense Property and Theft Crimes Violent Crimes First-Time Arrests Aggravated Assault Aggravated Kidnapping Aggravated Robbery Assault by Impeding Breathing Assault Against a Public Servant Auto Theft Burglary of A Habitation or Building Child Abuse Drug Offenses DWI Defense Evading Arrest by Motor Vehicle Failure to Register as A Sex Offender Intoxication Manslaughter Manslaughter Murder Negligent Homicide Online Solicitation of A Minor Sexual Assault of A Child Stalking White Collar Crime Credit Card Abuse Embezzlement Fraud-Related Offense Juvenile Sex Crimes

"James G. Sullivan completed his Juris Doctor at South Texas College of Law. James has a proven record of protecting people from all walks of life, faiths, and countries in courts throughout southeast Texas. He has fought to get over 1,000 serious criminal and juvenile cases. James G. Sullivan has tried many cases in the Harris County criminal and juvenile courts. He charges separate fees on trial and non-trial cases and provides payment plans. He also offers afternoon, early evening, same-day, and Saturday morning appointments. Call him today for a free consultation.

2026 Update: James G. Sullivan is a member of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the State Bar of Texas, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. James G. Sullivan has represented more than 3,000 clients in criminal and juvenile courts in Harris and surrounding counties."

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Top Criminal Lawyer by Houstonia Magazine in 2015 & 2016
License #00789662

Contact:

(281) 546-6428 (713) 835-1194

Mon-Fri: 8am - 6pm
Sat & Sun: 10am - 5pm

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CORY ROTH

CORY ROTH LAW OFFICE
5300 Memorial Drive, #750,
Houston, TX 77007 Directions

Since 2013

Specialty:

Assault and Battery Aggravated Assault Assault with A Deadly Weapon Domestic Violence Felony Domestic Violence Drug Crimes Drug Possession Drug Trafficking Felonies Gun Crime Kidnapping Homicide Manslaughter Sex Crimes Sexual Assault DWI First-Offense DWI Felony DWI Property Crimes Theft Armed Robbery Burglary

2026 Update: Cory Roth completed his Doctor of Jurisprudence at Nova University in 2013, and he is a member of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Cory Roth has an exceptional trial record, with nearly 30 cases handled as first chair and no losses, achieving acquittals or not guilty verdicts in every trial as the primary attorney. He is also fluent in Spanish. Cory Roth secured an acquittal in an Assault Family Violence case in Harris County and secured an acquittal and dismissal in a Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Dangerous Drugs case in Brazoria County. He takes pride in achieving strong results, with over 83% of misdemeanor cases dismissed and a similar, if not better, dismissal record for felony charges.

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JED R. SILVERMAN

THE LAW OFFICES OF JED SILVERMAN
1221 Studewood Street, Suite 200,
Houston, TX 77008 Directions

Since 1999

Specialty:

Federal and Drug/Felony Crimes Misdemeanor Motions to Adjudicate Guilt and Revoke Arson Burglary Trespass DWI Expunctions Breaking and Entering Credit Card Theft Check Forgery Identity Theft Embezzlement Sex/Violent Protective Orders White Collar Crimes Weapons Charges Manslaughter Murder Money Laundering Domestic Violence Aggravated Assault

"Jed R. Silverman obtained his JD from Texas Southern University. He has more than 20 years of experience in this field. Jed has devoted his legal practice to the defense of men and women facing a wide range of criminal matters. Jed R. Silverman is a board-certified criminal law specialist who has presented the highest level of competence in an area of law where clients depend on him to protect their rights, freedoms, and futures. The criminal defense attorneys at The Law Offices of Jed Silverman have successfully handled thousands of cases throughout Texas and across the United States in both state and federal courts. Clients can schedule a free consultation at them.

2026 Update: Jed R. Silverman is admitted to practice in Texas and Missouri, and before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Western District of Texas, Eastern District of Texas, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States. He is a member of the National College for DUI Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and is also affiliated with the Galveston County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, College of the State Bar of Texas, and the American Bar Association."

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Texas State Bar Board of Directors 2025
Voted Texas Monthly Super Lawyer in 2006-2014
License #24013511

Contact:

(713) 597-2221

Mon-Fri: 9am - 6pm
Sun: 3pm - 6pm
Sat: Closed

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