Choosing the Right DWI Lawyer

We're talking about your life.

Your entire future is at stake if you are facing a DWI (DUI) in Texas. DWI laws are constantly changing and the consequences of a conviction are getting worse. You must absolutely be comfortable with your decision in a DWI Lawyer if you want to protect yourself from being mishandled by the Texas courts.

If you have never been through this before, you probably don't know who to call. And it seems lawyers are a dime a dozen. If you have been through this before and are searching for a different lawyer, you know just how important it is to hire an experienced Dallas DWI lawyer. You need to understand just because someone is a lawyer does not mean they have the necessary DWI or DUI experience to defend you and your Texas DWI case. Further, not knowing what to look for in a DWI defense attorney makes the challenge of finding the right lawyer even more difficult. It is extremely important to find an experienced, competent DWI defense lawyer who knows how to investigate your case for factual and legal defenses, who knows the actual Texas code, who will visit the scene with a camera for potential trial exhibits, interview witnesses, suppress evidence, compel discovery of offense reports and breath test maintenance records, negotiate for a dismissal or reduction in charges, obtain expert witnesses for trial, attempt to save your driving privileges, and who knows how to win the "difficult" case. In essence, you need a Dallas, Texas DUI lawyer who will fight for you and leave no stone unturned in defending you. Remember, a conviction on your record will remain forever!

Local Bar Associations are not the best solution for a Texas DWI Lawyer

Contrary to popular belief, local bar association referral services are not necessarily a good source of information since they do not screen for qualifications. You are simply given the next name on the list. Likewise, any lawyer can take out an ad in the Yellow Pages, regardless of experience or ability.

You should attempt to retain a lawyer who devotes the majority of their practice to defending DWI cases. No lawyer can give you a guarantee on the outcome of your case (if one does, beware!); however, retaining a lawyer who concentrates on DWI defense will maximize your chances of being found Not Guilty .

If you do not have a sense of comfort and confidence after meeting with a lawyer about your case, you should continue to look.

When selecting the right Texas DWI lawyer , the following should be evident:

	The lawyer has extensive experience in litigating and trying DWI's;
	The attorney has a reputation for going to trial (not for pleading clients guilty);
	The lawyer has won difficult cases (they are not all talk);
	You feel comfortable in the manner in which the attorney communicated with you (If you are not comfortable, do you think the jury would feel comfortable?);
	The lawyer listened to you (or did they do all the talking?);
	The lawyer listened to you (or did they do all the talking?);
	The lawyer was genuinely interested in you and your case;
	The financial agreement was clearly defined; and
	You have a strong sense of confidence in their ability to professionally and competently handle your case!

I am a member of the National College for DUI Defense. This national organization is comprised of the best DWI/DUI lawyers from across the nation. I am in constant contact with members and we are a think-tank for ideas on how to successfully defend those accused of drunk driving. I have provided and obtained valuable information from this organization, along with proven, successful trial techniques that have assisted me in obtaining dismissals, reduction of the charges, and Not Guilty verdicts for my clients.

Know you rights! Whether searching for a Texas DWI Lawyer in Houston or Dallas, be sure you know the right questions to ask.

If being convicted is not an option, give me a call at (800) 448-4981!