What You Are Afraid Of
A criminal accusation brings dread into your life and into the lives of the people who love you. You worry about your freedom, your family, your job, your name, and how you will pay for any of it, all at once.
That is normal. It is also the moment when people make their worst decisions. They talk to the detective. They wait to see what happens.
What you need now is a trial lawyer who has been through this many times and will tell you the truth about where you stand. The more serious the accusation, the more carefully you should choose. Your name is on the line. So is mine, every time I walk into a courtroom.
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- Board Certified in Criminal Law
- Former Chief Prosecutor, Bexar County
- 39+ Years of Trial Experience
- Serious Felony Defense
- San Antonio / Bexar County Focus
Why clients hire me
People do not hire me for a flashy website. They hire me because the stakes are high and they want judgment, credibility, and real courtroom experience.
As a former chief prosecutor and longtime defense lawyer, I know how criminal cases are built, where they are weak, and how to press on the weak points. I bring disciplined preparation, blunt advice, and trial-readiness to every case.
When you are facing the power of the State, experience alone is not enough. You need experience that matters.
In the news. Reporters call me to explain serious criminal cases. In November 2026, CBS Austin asked me what comes next for Shane James in Bexar County: read the story, or see more press coverage.
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