Houston, Texas Criminal Defense Attorney Terry W. Yates

Attorney Terry W. Yates Ranks among the Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in America

Terry W. Yates is a nationally known criminal defense lawyer and Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist who provides the highest quality legal advice in all areas of criminal defense in both state and federal courts in Houston, across Texas and around the country, in the following areas:

• Criminal Defense
• Drug Crimes
• • Possession
  • Delivery
• White Collar Crimes
• Firearm/Alcohol Violations
• Homicide
• • Murder
  • Manslaughter
  • Intoxication manslaughter
• Robbery/Theft
• Drunk Driving
• • Driving while intoxicated (DWI)
  • Driving under the influence (DUI)
• All Federal Charges

Houston criminal defense Attorney Terry W. Yates is a Texas lawyer whose philosophy is to put the client first. He thoroughly discusses and evaluates each case before agreeing to criminal defense representation. He understands that the publicity, confusion and complexities involved in criminal defense matters can be overwhelming, and he makes it a point to ensure that his clients are knowledgeable of their rights regarding all aspects of their particular situation.

Unfortunately, many people wait to speak with criminal lawyers about their situation, severely limiting the options that an attorney could employ. As a former prosecutor, Texas criminal defense Attorney Terry W. Yates understands the charging process and often, by early intervention, can prevent charges from being brought or an indictment from being filed. In short, an experienced criminal defense attorney can reduce the dangers and embarrassment involved in criminal investigations. Your criminal defense lawyer is the only one who will help protect your rights before they are violated.

”I just wanted to thank you again for saving my life. Every time I hear of a wrongful conviction I thank you and God. I just can't believe how they were going to move forward until they heard you were on the case. Justice is for those who can afford it, and thanks for making it affordable to me."

-C. Kick, client testimonial

The following is a mere roster of Houston white collar crime Attorney Terry Yates’ successful verdicts:

• Acquittal of Captain Mark Aguirre in the infamous "K-Mart Raid" prosecution
• Acquittal for client of Capital Murder charge (at the time only the second acquittal in 22 years of capital murder prosecution in Houston)
• Defense of Dynegy, Inc., executive in a multi-jurisdictional securities, wire fraud and mail fraud prosecution
• Defense of Enron attorneys (Result: No charges filed)
• Defense of "Oil for Food" Investigation by the Southern District of New York (Result: No charges filed)
• Dismissal of a Reckless Driving charge against former Houston Rocket and current NBA player
• "No Bill" by a Harris County Grand Jury of a Rice University football player on sexual assault charges
• Representation of former Major League Baseball MVP Ken Caminiti
• Multi-million dollar verdict against Dynegy, Inc. for Fraud and Breach of Contract

If you or someone you know in Houston, Texas, or throughout the United States needs the legal counsel or assistance of an experienced criminal defense lawyer, please contact Terry W. Yates, today at 866-733-5986, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your consultation with a dedicated Texas criminal defense trial attorney.