The Law Office of Charlie Roadman
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Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin, TX
23 firms listed · all 23 in Austin · 17 open 24/7 · 19 open weekends · all 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Batrice Law Firm
“Tyler was on my case and made sure I got the maximum that I could possibly get .”
Law Office of Alejandro Martinez
“Alejandro Martinez took the time to understand the intricacies of my situation, provided clear and thorough explanations, and kept me informed every step of the way.”
Eric W. Lim, Attorney at Law
“He helped me out so much with my case and always had my best interests in mind while negotiating terms for my plea deal.”
Gunter, Bennett & Anthes
“I highly recommend the GBA Law firm to anyone who finds themselves in the unfortunate situation of needing legal representation.”
The Law Offices of Jason Trumpler
“He, along with his staff of professionals helped me navigate through the hurdles and confusion in the court system.”
The 23 firms listed for Austin, TX defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Austin, TX
All 23 firms we list here are in Austin itself. We have 106 firms in Austin on file; this page shows the highest-rated 23. The firms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 2,585 reviews; 20 have 50 or more reviews. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), responsiveness (89%) and quality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "understanding". 17 are open around the clock; 19 are open on Saturdays and 18 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), assault (4), theft (4), drug charges (3) and domestic violence (2). 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 41 years. 17 offer urgent consultations and 13 offer a free initial consultation. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 23 of the firms on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Austin offer free consultations?
13 of the 23 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
Law Office of David D. White
“I'm telling you right now, if you are in trouble and need someone who sticks to their word and fights the battle you can't, David is the man to do it.”
Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys
“First and foremost I would like to thank Micheal and associates for all their hard work and very kind assurances that they would be by me the whole step of the way with my cases.”
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Kimbrough Legal
“Tycha and her team at Kimbrough will kindly help you to put your situation into perspective and then strongly fight for everything that is best for you!”
The Law Office of Diana E. Buss
“Got referred to by a family friend, remarkable and strong communication across the board, I'd highly recommend to anyone seeking counsel.”
Law Office of Michaela D. Cuellar
“An excellent lawyer, always excellent service, very honest and always answering any questions you have and in court she represents you excellently well!!!!”
Law Office of Jackson F Gorski
“Jackson was very professional and did a great job in my case.”
Law Office of Jorge Vela - Abogado de Defensa Criminal
“I recommend it, don't hesitate to call him, you won't regret it.”
Mykal J. Fox, Attorney at Law
“He had my case dismissed within 6 months, and his confidence in the court room is inspiring!”
David B. Frank
“I'm a 38 yr old black man from Austin and I've been in the system before and he truly is the best lawyer I've encountered!!”
The Law Office of David Reed
“The bottom line is if you want a hard-working, knowledgeable, empathetic, and supportive lawyer then look no further than David Reed best of all.”
The Hull Firm
“My experience with Mark was outstanding, maintains consistent contact and takes your challenge to HEART!”
The Law Office of Kevin Bennett
“From Day 1 he was responsive and well organized, and after receiving my documents he acted quickly to set a court date and follow through.”
Jason S. English Law
“I've seen his work ethics and his dedication when it comes to trial and if you're in need of a great Attorney, Jason would be the first person I would call.”
Thompson Law
“In that time he has done nothing but fight for me and ensure that I understand everything throughout my legal process.”
Robert L. Buford
“He is very patient and knowledgeable lawyer, my uncle referred him to me and I am glad I hired him to defend my rights.”
Law Office of Charles Medearis Attorney and Counselor at Law
“His staff and him did a great job communicating and updating me on my case.”
Cofer & Connelly - Austin Criminal Defense & Family Lawyer
“They not only got my case dismissed, they were very professional and had great communication throughout the entire process.”
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