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Criminal Defense Lawyers in McAllen, TX

Compare criminal defense lawyers in McAllen. Review contact information and practice areas before you decide.

17 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
McAllen, TX
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Showing 17 criminal defense lawyers in McAllen, TX Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Villalobos Law Firm
8701 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 682-3939 villaloboslawfirm.com
Patino Law Firm
1802 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 631-3535 patinolawoffice.com
Law Offices of Roberto Salazar
4601 N McColl Rd, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 900-9000 robertsalazar.com
The Sanchez Law Firm
6400 N 10th St Suite 30, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 687-7700 sergiosanchezlaw.com
The Christopher P. Cavazos Law Firm, PLLC
4417 N McColl Rd, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 290-8911 chriscavazoslaw.com
The Law Office of Juan R. Zamora
1113 Nightingale Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 420-4878 jzamoralaw.com
Juan Ramos Law Group, PLLC
612 W Nolana Ave Suite 350, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 398-5542 juanramoslawfirm.com
LAW OFFICE OF FRANCISCO MARTINEZ, JR
3501 N Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 971-0972
Law Office of Zelene Zaleta, PLLC
1305 E Nolana Ave STE A, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 513-6767 abogadazaleta.com
HKC Law Firm
220 S Broadway St, McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 212-1601 hkclawfirm.com
Lindenmuth Law Firm
515 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 897-0020 lindenmuthlaw.com
David R. Cantu Attorney At Law
10113 N 10th St Suite H, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 513-8012 cantulawfirm.net
Tijerina Law Firm PC
515 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 261-5609 tijerinalawfirmpc.com
The Law Office of Aaron Fonseca
10125 N 10th St C, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 510-9800 afonsecalaw.com
Al Alvarez Attorney PLLC
4409 N McColl Rd, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 686-3700 facebook.com
Criminal Defense Lawyer Law Office of Reynaldo M. Merino
1012 Martin Ave STE B, McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 630-2000 reymerinolaw.com
Law Office of Rolando Cantu
515 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 267-9898 cantulawrgv.com

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in McAllen Cost?

The cost of a criminal defense lawyer in Texas varies widely based on the case type and lawyer experience. For a simple misdemeanor, fees may range from 1,500 to 5,000 dollars. Felony cases can cost between 5,000 and 20,000 dollars or more. Some lawyers offer flat fees, while others charge hourly rates of 150 to 500 dollars. This is general information and not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of criminal cases do lawyers handle in McAllen?
Criminal defense lawyers in McAllen handle a wide range of cases including DWI, drug crimes, theft, assault, and domestic violence. They also represent clients in federal court for more serious charges. Each case type has different penalties under Texas law.
How long do I have to hire a lawyer after an arrest in Texas?
You should hire a lawyer as soon as possible after an arrest. In Texas, the state must bring you to trial within 90 days for a misdemeanor and 180 days for a felony if you are in custody. A lawyer can help ensure your rights are protected from the start.