Resources and Information
See our criminal defense resource center for more information from Dallas misdemeanor lawyer Mike Howard on fundamental rights in a criminal case, definitions of culpable mental states (intentionally, knowingly, etc), defenses to prosecution, and more.
Choosing the Right Misdemeanor Lawyer in Dallas
Searching for misdemeanor lawyers in Dallas can be overwhelming. After all, you are choosing someone who will hold your life, your future, and your family’s future in their hands. You have to be comfortable with them and feel that you can trust the information and advice they give you. Lawyers are supposed to always work in their client’s best interests. That shouldn’t just be meaningless talk.
First, talk to several lawyers to get a feel for them and their staff. Do they take the time necessary to get to know you, to listen to what’s important to you, and answer your questions? Second, do they show you that you matter to them as a person and not just as a fee? Third, beware of lawyers who put the hard sell on you, who make big promises. No lawyer should ever make a guarantee about a case. Finally, absolutely avoid a lawyer who doesn’t communicate the scope of the work and their fee clearly in a written contract.
What Makes Mike Howard Different
Many attorneys take advantage of their client’s ignorance of the criminal justice process. We take the opposite approach. A knowledgeable client is a happy client. Therefore, we provide a wealth of information in the way of articles about criminal offenses, blog posts, and videos for free on our website.
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Dallas Misdemeanor Attorney Mike Howard
Above all, I strive to help my clients through difficult times with compassion and integrity. In Dallas, innocent people can get accused, charged, and convicted when they don’t have a Dallas misdemeanor attorney fighting for them. I believe in standing up for people facing criminal accusations and helping them navigate all that comes with being thrown into the criminal justice system.
Client-Centered
The cornerstone of my law practice is focusing on my clients as individuals. I start by taking the time to understand not just the facts of their case but who they are and what they need. Because I know the criminal justice system can be intimidating, I explain the process, their rights, and their options. Client communication is extremely important to me, so I make sure my team and I do everything possible to quickly answer questions and return messages.
Willing to Fight
Most importantly, I am willing to fight a case in court. I have a track record of delivering fantastic results at trial. While not every client and case needs to go to trial, it can make a difference. When your Dallas misdemeanor attorney has a reputation as a skillful trial lawyer who fights for their clients, however, it makes all the difference in the world.
A Proven Track Record
Dallas Misdemeanor Lawyer
P.M. – Assault Family Violence
Our client’s ex-girlfriend was angry that he had moved on. She set out to ruin his life with a wrongful domestic violence accusation. We took the case to trial and the jury found him not guilty.
A.M. – DWI
Our client was a veteran who suffered from lingering issues related to his experiences serving our country. Frankly, he used alcohol like so many others: to self medicate. He had gotten a previous DWI dismissed via pretrial diversion. Consequently, the prosecutor didn’t want to let him in a diversion program again. We convinced the prosecutor to make an exception and his charge was dismissed.
E.G. – Theft
Our client was young with a very bright future in front of her. Unfortunately, she made a mistake and was charged with theft. We were able to get her pretrial diversion, a dismissal, and an expunction.
T.V. – DWI First
We took over our client’s case from another lawyer. He had been set for court many times before we got involved. He was set for trial even though that’s not what he wanted. After one court setting, we got his case reduced and got him deferred probation.
N.C. – Theft
Our client was charged with theft. She had no criminal record. We were able to get her pretrial diversion, a dismissal, and an expunction.
Y.K. – Assault
Our client was out with a group of friends when one of them drunkenly harassed our client’s female friend. Our client told the drunk to back off and the drunk took a swing at our client. The drunk ended up stumbling as he walked away and broke his thumb when he fell. He lied to the police, claiming our client attacked him for no reason and beat him mercilessly. Even though all five witnesses backed up our client, police filed charges against our client. We were able to get the case dismissed.
