Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in El Paso, TX

24 firms listed · all 24 in El Paso · 3 open 24/7 · 7 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 15, 2026

Nava Law Texas

Nava Law Texas

(48)
“Understanding the gravity of our situation my wife and I felt hopeless and in desperate need of help to remove this protective order and all charges agains me.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2021
1012 N Campbell St #1, El Paso, TX
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Lozano Meza Law Firm

Lozano Meza Law Firm

(49)
“Eric listened to me and made me feel seen after the insurance company neglected to handle my needs and he delivered a settlement that was beyond my expectations.”
Free consultationSince 2023
221 N Kansas St # 1200, El Paso, TX
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David Nevarez Attorney at Law

David Nevarez Attorney at Law

(47)
“His years of experience showed thru his dedication on my case and made me feel as if I was his top priority, I appreciate all his attention to detail and overall his fast pace to move my case along and officially succeed with it.”
Since 2013Virtual consultations
149 N St Vrain St, El Paso, TX
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The Law Office of Daniel A. Marquez

The Law Office of Daniel A. Marquez

(49)
“While maintaining military bearing habits and basic respect towards both the court and the opposing side, as well as speaking nothing but facts, he puts the other side to shame to say the least.”
Free consultationSince 2016
1308 Montana Ave a, El Paso, TX
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El Paso Traffic Ticket Firm - Attorney Robert Navar

El Paso Traffic Ticket Firm - Attorney Robert Navar

(46)
“He did a great job of getting my speeding ticket dismissed and for my husband (because he had a record of speeding tickets) got him to pay a low fee and take a driving course.”
Free consultationSince 2013
11860 Vista Del Sol Dr #119, El Paso, TX
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Benjamin Law Firm

Benjamin Law Firm

(43)
“It is scary when you are the defendant and it can be scarier when local government employees put forward sub par work and it is deemed acceptable by other government employees..”
Since 2010
609 Myrtle Ave Suite B, El Paso, TX
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The 24 firms listed for El Paso, 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: El Paso, TX

All 24 firms we list here are in El Paso itself. We have 37 firms in El Paso on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The firms on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 6,180 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), responsiveness (85%) and quality (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "understanding", "communication" and "results". 3 are open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are civil litigation (2), criminal defense (2), drug charges (2), dwi/dui charges (2) and family law (2). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 28 years. 3 offer urgent consultations and 10 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. 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 El Paso offer free consultations?

10 of the 24 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.

Jaime Alvarado & Associates

Jaime Alvarado & Associates

(39)
“Went for first time to consult and the gentleman that attended me, sorry I forgot his name, was very knowledgeable and went straight to the point after I explained what my need was.”
Free consultationServes Horizon City, El Paso, TexasSince 2011
14190 Horizon Blvd, El Paso, TX
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The Matthew James, Attorney at Law

The Matthew James, Attorney at Law

(47)
“From the outset, he demonstrated a profound commitment to ensuring my understanding of the legal process, The Matthew James Attorney's exhibited unparalleled attention to detail, offering clear and thorough explanations at every step of the way.”
Open 24 hoursSince 2018
310 N Mesa St Suite 810, El Paso, TX
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Valenzuela Law Firm

Valenzuela Law Firm

(45)
“I have nothing but good things to say while working with this firm, my situation was a very difficult one and it took some time to straighten it out, but the confidence and effort this law firm put toward my case and myself, I couldn't have asked for...”
Open 24 hoursSince 2013
701 Magoffin Ave, El Paso, TX
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Law Office of Robert Andrew Navar Esq.

Law Office of Robert Andrew Navar Esq.

(32)
“Navar's office very attentive to all my questions and concerns I'm sure they hear the same thing every day all day LOL but still treated me as if though they had just heard this story before.”
Free consultationSince 2008
12324 Tierra Arroyo Dr, El Paso, TX
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Joseph Veith Law

Joseph Veith Law

(46)
“The sheer honesty, the extreme passion, and the deep professionalism Joseph Veith displayed, make me feel that I have chosen "the BEST lawyer in El Paso, Texas.”
Since 2017
2511 N Stanton St, El Paso, TX
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Aranda Law Firm

Aranda Law Firm

(41)
“He truly invests time into your case and cares about his clients, you can clearly see that he is on top of the case despite him probably having several cases at once.”
Free consultationSince 2009
2507 N Stanton St, El Paso, TX
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Jim Darnell

Jim Darnell

(15)
“Well known and established, highly recommend Mr Darnell, he will get the job done ✅”
BBB A+Since 1998
310 N Mesa St #212, El Paso, TX
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Montrose Law Firm

Montrose Law Firm

(31)
“Great lawyer, looks into details and does his job very well,offers a payment plan and works with you well, will use this lawyer again if another event may occur.”
Free consultationSince 2013
200 Bartlett Dr Suite 100, El Paso, TX
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Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz

Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz

(44)
“First of all, I thank God because after four years we won the case that I had due to a crash and the lawyer RUBEN ORTIZ was very kind and attentive to assist me and explain all this detail to me.”
Since 2004
1141 E Rio Grande Ave, El Paso, TX
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The Carter Law Firm

The Carter Law Firm

(30)
“Carter as my attorney, has not only been a pleasure throughout my entire legal process; he was my strong and professional defence to all I required and more.”
Free phone consultationNo fee unless you winSe habla españolServes El Paso, Texas +2Since 2024
124 W Castellano Dr UNIT 103, El Paso, TX
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Kubinski & Associates

Kubinski & Associates

(28)
“The professionalism, knowledge of law , and compassion I felt from Tyler and his team is what me and my family needed to get through these trying times .”
Free phone consultationSe habla españolSince 1994
10514 Montwood Dr, El Paso, TX
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James Rey Attorneys at Law

James Rey Attorneys at Law

(42)
“Thank you James Rey Law firm (the whole team) for your professionalism, securing time with my son, helping me achieve the highest possible amount of time with Liam, and for helping me as a person.”
Since 2003
501 N Kansas St #100, El Paso, TX
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Louis Elias Lopez

Louis Elias Lopez

(31)
“Lopez is a good attorney, he helped out alot with my husband case and was able to get him a way lesser sentence than what the Public defender wants my husband to originally sign”
BBB A+Since 1999
416 N Stanton St # 400, El Paso, TX
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Maynez Law & Associates

Maynez Law & Associates

(47)
“I had a difficult case on me , I went over to Maynes office and since day one to the last day of my court case him and Alexa were very helpful and clear about everything,”
2426 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX
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The Law Offices of Rios, Parada & Seañez

The Law Offices of Rios, Parada & Seañez

(37)
“So my cousin was stopped in El Paso Texas and was taken to El Paso detention center by ice and I live in North Carolina, I called many firms and didn't feel comfortable due to their lack of knowledge regarding the situation.”
Free consultationNo fee unless you winTexas Bar since 2003Se habla españolSince 2018
1505 E Missouri Ave, El Paso, TX
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The Law Office of Abrar & Vergara

The Law Office of Abrar & Vergara

(21)
“I felt very comfortable with Abrar and Vergara they took there time and effort to work on my case like no other lawyer has plus they got me off probation and a case dismissed what more can I ask for, I would highly recommend there services to anyone...”
Free consultationSince 2022Se habla español
700 N Stanton St #301, El Paso, TX
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Eric Meza- Attorney at Law

Eric Meza- Attorney at Law

(3)
“Hard worker, willing to work that extra hour to get things done.”
Free consultationSince 2023
221 N Kansas St # 1200, El Paso, TX
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Quinonez Law Firm

Quinonez Law Firm

(27)
“Quinones Law firm is not only highly knowledgeable in divorce law, but also possesses excellent communication skills and genuine empathy for his clients.”
Free consultationSe habla españolServes Texas, New MexicoSince 2006BBB A+
11890 Vista Del Sol Dr #115, El Paso, TX
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