Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Galveston, TX

24 firms listed · 11 in Galveston · 5 open 24/7 · 7 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Galveston Criminal Defense and DWI Attorneys

Galveston Criminal Defense and DWI Attorneys

(15)
  • System
  • Trust
  • Questions
“He was my brother's lawyer, always on time, great with answering questions, thoughtful, and respectful though I know for a fact there were probably times he may have wanted to rip heads off.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2024
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
622 22nd St, Galveston, TX
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Mark Diaz & Associates - Criminal Defense Lawyers

Mark Diaz & Associates - Criminal Defense Lawyers

(44)
  • Job
  • Law Firm
  • Team
“I contacted Mark Diaz and associates and Thomas immediately got back to me and answered all my questions without promising anything as far as the outcome of the case.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2001
Se Habla Español
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
719 59th St, Galveston, TX
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Zendeh Del & Associates

Zendeh Del & Associates

(49)
  • Questions
  • Trust
  • Outcome
“Very good service, they always answered my questions, the lawyer, Gabe Perez, was always very friendly, he and his team cleared my husband's record, and I managed to get him out of immigration.”
In Business Since 2013
Accepts Check, All Major Credit Cards, Debit, Paypal
1813 61st St #101, Galveston, TX
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Galveston DWI Lawyer Tad Nelson

Galveston DWI Lawyer Tad Nelson

(28)
  • Knows
  • Life
  • Law Firm
“Me and other members of our family have worked with Tad and Amber on numerous occasions for a wide range of legal issues including traffic tickets, wills and family law, on up to criminal cases when a few of the boys got into trouble with the law in ...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2014
Emergency Services
1919 Sealy Ave, Galveston, TX
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Galveston DWI Lawyer Jonathan Zendeh Del

Galveston DWI Lawyer Jonathan Zendeh Del

(30)
  • Courtroom
  • Heart
  • Team
“I practice law in the Bryan/College Station area, but if a friend or family member is facing charges in Galveston County, Jonathan is our "go to" lawyer!”
In Business Since 2011
Emergency Services
1813 61st St Suite 105, Galveston, TX
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Krieger & Tillinger

Krieger & Tillinger

(22)
  • Team
  • Informative
  • Case
“If I was a betting man I would say that he was dragging the proceedings on so that the attorneys could billed for the 4 hours the process was scheduled for.”
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
League City, TX · 21 mi from Galveston
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The 24 firms listed for Galveston, 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: Galveston, TX

11 of the 24 firms we list are based in Galveston; the other 13 serve Galveston from towns including League City (21 mi), Texas City (12 mi) and Pearland (34 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 1,788 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), responsiveness (77%) and quality (72%). 5 are open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (6), personal injury (3), white collar crimes (3), auto accidents (2) and domestic violence (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 5 offer urgent consultations; 12 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Galveston shown on this page?

11 of the 24 firms are based in Galveston; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

The Law Office of Mike Guarino

The Law Office of Mike Guarino

(1)
“He handled a case for me a decade ago and I called him today to see if he did family court in Harris county, which he does not, but he still took the time to give me some advice.”
40+ Years Experience
Moody Avenue, 104 21st St #101, Galveston, TX
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Attorney at Law Whittington M. Miles Sr.

Attorney at Law Whittington M. Miles Sr.

(1)
“Got my DUI case dismissed with no probation when I was a teenager after LCPD wrongly accused me of driving drunk after a car accident.”
In Business Since 2013
1919 Sealy Ave, Galveston, TX
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Apffel Legal

Apffel Legal

(6)
“My family has been using this firm since the 1980s.”
In Business Since 2016
104 Moody Ave Suite 101, Galveston, TX
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Law Office of Anthony Ray Smith

Law Office of Anthony Ray Smith

(2)
“Lastly, I would like to offer anyone who chooses him to represent them a little word of advise; "take heed of his recommendations and let him do his job".”
In Business Since 2018
Free Initial Consultation
League City, TX · 21 mi from Galveston
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Amber R. Spurlock

Amber R. Spurlock

(1)
“Don't take her for a bastion of passivity because she's not.”
In Business Since 2015
1919 Sealy Ave #101, Galveston, TX
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Agnew Law Office

Agnew Law Office

(6)
“He worked with me when I was going to school and helped me get through with my case!”
In Business Since 2010
1023 21st St, Galveston, TX
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Eiland & Bonnin Law Firm

Eiland & Bonnin Law Firm

(7)
“Patrick is one of the best human beings I've ever dealt with being a lawyer he took my case as a public defender and fought for me like I paid him $10,000 and in the end 🔚 I got the results that I wanted as if like I had paid him $10,000 if you need ...”
In Business Since 2021
2200 Market St Suite 501, Galveston, TX
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The Texas Spear

The Texas Spear

(10)
“As a former assistant district attorney he knows his way around a courtroom.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
Emergency Services
Texas City, TX · 12 mi from Galveston
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Maloney & Parks

Maloney & Parks

(4)
“Very knowledgeable and fantastic at their jobs!”
In Business Since 2007
League City, TX · 21 mi from Galveston
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Law Office of Mark J. Kelly

Law Office of Mark J. Kelly

(4)
“I was facing 5 to 99 for agg robb and he was able to pretty much get me a slap on the hand by taking a few classes and a fine very cool guy all around.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1989
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Texas City, TX · 12 mi from Galveston
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Keith B. French Law

Keith B. French Law

(35)
  • Probation
  • Case
  • Team
“It's obvious that he's spent time honing his craft over the years, and I really like that he gives his clients individualized service based on their respective needs.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2021
Se Habla Español
Emergency Services
Pearland, TX · 34 mi from Galveston
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Abogado Ruiz Law Firm

Abogado Ruiz Law Firm

(49)
  • Questions
  • Honest
  • Service
“I thought I could resolve an immigration issue my wife had without an attorney and after wasting time, energy, and money we finally came to the conclusion that an attorney was necessary.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2016
Licensed
Pearland, TX · 34 mi from Galveston
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The Law Office of James Tittle

The Law Office of James Tittle

(42)
  • Communication
  • Ticket
  • Questions
“When he gets assigned to your case he takes his time to hear your end of the story, and anytime you have questions or need to talk to him he is always by his phone and always answers.”
In Business Since 2014
Free Initial Consultation
League City, TX · 21 mi from Galveston
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Markowitz Law Firm

Markowitz Law Firm

(50)
  • Fee
  • Outcome
  • Ticket
“Attorney Scott came highly recommended as the Go to Guy from a fellow attorney, when you felt you have been wronged for a minor traffic violation ticket.”
In Business Since 2017
Free Initial Consultation
League City, TX · 21 mi from Galveston
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The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates

The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates

(50)
  • Needs
  • Results
  • Law Firm
“Along the way through a slower than normal court system I was arrested on false charges a second time, This firmed picked up both my cases and began a thorough representation that resulted in better than expected outcome.”
In Business Since 2002
Free Initial Consultation
League City, TX · 21 mi from Galveston
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Law Office of JL Carpenter

Law Office of JL Carpenter

(48)
  • Jail
  • Words
  • Case
“She has an expert witness lined up gathering material for a report regarding the time the blood was drawn as well as how long it took to draw the blood and the fact that the BAL was only 0.”
In Business Since 2012
Friendswood, TX · 26 mi from Galveston
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Walker and Taylor

Walker and Taylor

(50)
  • 2nd Amendment
  • Law Firm
  • Questions
“I HIGHLY recommend Richard and feel he is an excellent representative for US Law Shield as an advocate for it's members and for others seeking his assistance.”
In Business Since 2017
Houston, TX · 48 mi from Galveston
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Robert D. Clements, Jr. Law Group, Lllp

Robert D. Clements, Jr. Law Group, Lllp

(31)
  • Dollars
  • Money
  • Results
“He has donated considerable amounts to all of the benefits she has held, hosted, or simply allowed to use her facilities without even being asked to do so.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 1993
Free Initial Consultation
Alvin, TX · 24 mi from Galveston
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