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We want to fight for you and listen to the heart of your case, then use our in-depth knowledge of the law and extensive experience in handling many different criminal charges to help you get the results you want.

Our record speaks of our dedication to clients and aggressive defense of their rights in the court of law. From successfully defending against first-degree felony theft to DUIs to even child endangerment, take a look at our case results and decide for yourself if we have what it takes to provide the defense you deserve.

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Case Results

ASSAULT -FAMILY MEMBER

The client, a Houston area medical assistant, was accused by her estranged husband of assaulting her in her family home. The defense showed that the complainant had a history of alcohol abuse and violence. The defense demonstrated that the police failed to conduct an adequate investigation of the initial charge, No charges should have ever been accepted.

Result: Case Dismissed (M.M.)

FEDERAL SBA WIRE FRAUD

The client believed to be facing potential  Wire Fraud  Charges related to SBA PPP loan applications.  Investigation of applications for  PPP loans and PPP forgiveness demonstrated that the Client had at all times acted in a  lawful manner.  Investigation demonstrated no fraud was committed by the client. Case closed.

Result: No PPP Fraud Charges Filed.

FEDERAL FALSE INFORMATION AND HOAXES

Client was charged by Federal Indictment with making a social media post that threatened Malicious Damage and Destruction of a Building by Means of Fire and Explosives in violation of Federal law. The Defense showed that Client was a law-abiding citizen. The Defense further showed that the alleged threat was not made with any criminal intent.

Result: Case Dismissed ( I.J.)

SEXUAL ASSAULT

The client, a public official with a long history of public service, was accused by a former girlfriend of engaging in non-consensual sexual relations. The Defense investigation and analysis showed through a detailed timeline that the allegation made absolutely no sense. Phone records, including calls and texts, were relied on to help establish an accurate timeline. The Defense met with law enforcement and reviewed a detailed package that exonerated the accused.

Result: Grand Jury No Bill- No Charges (M.L.)

ASSAULT -FAMILY MEMBER

Client, a Houston area professional who frequently travels for work, was accused by his wife of assaulting her in his  family home. Defense showed that wife’s story lacked credibility and there was no physical evidence in support of the wife’s allegation.

Result: Case Dismissed (A.R.)

POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

The client, a young Black male,  was driving his car when police pulled him over for no apparent reason. It looked to be a profile stop. The client was accused of possessing a controlled substance in his vehicle. The Defense showed that there was no lawful basis for the police to stop the Client’s car. The Defense also showed that there was no lawful basis for the search of the Client’s car. It was a bad search, so the seized evidence was not admissible.

Result: Case Dismissed (B.B.)

FEDERAL CONSPIRACY TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE AND CONSPIRACY TO MONEY LAUNDER

Client charged in Federal Indictment In “Operation Wrecking Ball” with 55 named co-defendants.  Client faced seven charges. Client was charged with Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine and Conspiracy to Engage in Money Laundering. Client was also charged with four counts of Distribution of Cocaine and one count of Money laundering.

Allegations involved client’s alleged use of his home to distribute cocaine. Government’s lengthy investigation involved numerous wiretaps, surveillance, video, pole cams, search warrants, vehicle stops and use of cooperating co-defendants.

Client went to trial with four remaining defendants. After a two-week trial, Judge granted Motion for Acquittal on four of the seven charges. Jury found Client Not Guilty of remaining three charges.

Result: Not Guilty of All Charges. Out of 56 indicted defendants, Client was the ONLY, charged defendant to be acquitted on All Charges. (C.R.)

FEDERAL SBA WIRE FRAUD

Client charged in Federal Court with two counts of Wire Fraud related to Five SBA EIDL loan applications. The Government alleged the client, a Houston professional, defrauded the Small Business Administration out of over $150,000. The Government also found the intended loss was over half a million dollars. The Client faced up to 20 years in prison on each count. The Defense investigated the case and negotiated a deal that included the Government not opposing a probation. The Federal Guideline calculation was for a prison sentence and the Probation Department recommended a prison sentence. Attorney Fickman submitted a 90 page Defense Sentencing Memorandum asking for Probation.

Result: Notwithstanding the Guidelines and the Probation Department recommendation for prison, the Defense successfully obtained Client a Probation with NO JAIL TIME. (T.R.)

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON

Client was retired professional. Client was accused of being involved in a road rage incident in 1960 Area. Defense put together a 100 page memorandum that demonstrated complainant was actual aggressor.

Result: Case Dismissed (K.L.)

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Client was accused of touching child. Case involved thousands of pages of psychiatric and Child Protective Services records as well as investigations by multiple police departments. After three- year fight, case dismissed.

Result: Case Dismissed (P.C.)

ASSAULT-FAMILY MEMBER

Client accused of shoving and knocking down family member causing injury. After investigation, charges were dismissed.

Result: Case Dismissed (J.A.)

ASSAULT-STUDENT

Client was accused of knocking disruptive student against the wall. Videotape of incident was obtained. Witnessed located and interviewed. On the day of trial, case was dismissed

Result: Case Dismissed (C.C.)

ASSAULT- COWORKER

Client was nurse at mental hospital. Client accused of assaulting fellow employee who was being rough with patient.

Result: Case Dismissed (J.T.)

ASSAULT -COWORKER

Louisiana businessman accused of assaulting co-worker in drunken bar fight.

Result: Case Dismissed (R.A.)

ASSAULT & CRIMINAL MISCHIEF

Client was accused of shoving date out of vehicle and breakings date’s property. Investigation showed allegations were false.

Result: Case Dismissed (C.P.)

FELONY UNLAWFUL PRODUCTION OF A TEMPORARY TAG

Client was accused of producing and using fraudulent temporary tags in sale of vehicles.

Result: Case Dismissed (A.H.)

FELONY POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Client was pulled over and found to have drugs in the center console of the car. Defense demonstrated that the police officer lacked a legal basis to pull Defendant over. Anything seized during illegal stop was not admissible in evidence

Result: Case Dismissed (W.S.)

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF

Client was accused of damaging complainant’s vehicle in a neighborhood dispute.

Result: Case Dismissed (M.A.)

FIRST DEGREE FELONY THEFT

Client charged with theft of over $300,000.00 from former employer. Defense conducted lengthy investigation. At sentencing hearing, Defense showed theft amount was less than $300,000 and showed strong mitigation.

Result: 10 Years Deferred Adjudication (S.R.)

ASSAULT -FAMILY VIOLENCE

Cypress area client accused of assaulting wife in home in wild fight.

Result: Case Dismissed (B.D)

INTOXICATION ASSAULT WITH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY

Client accused of being intoxicated and causing a major accident where two individuals were seriously injured. Defense conducted detailed investigation into accident and gathered and presented significant mitigating evidence. Client avoided lengthy prison sentence.

Result: 10 Years Probation (C.P.)

ABANDONEMENT OF CHILD & ABUSE OF CORPSE

Client was accused of leaving child in car overnight resulting in child’s tragic death. Client also accused of trying to hid her mistake.  Defense showed through lengthy negotiations that there were serious extenuating circumstances. Client avoided prison sentence.

Result: One Case Dismissed, 10 Years Probation on second case(O.E.)

PROSTITUTION

Port of Houston area Client charged with prostitution. Conviction of prostitution could have resulted in loss of employment.

Result: Case Dismissed (J.A.)

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

Retired businessman accused of DWI. Case dismissed after completion of negotiated pre-trial diversion.

Result: Case Dismissed (R.P.)

OBSTRUCTION OF HIGHWAY & CRIMINAL TRESPASS

Client arrested with many others during a political protest that allegedly stopped highway traffic.

Result: Charges Dismissed (R.S)

EXPLOITATION OF ELDERLY INDIVIDUAL

Client accused of exploiting elderly relative’s assets for client’s personal gain. Investigation proved the allegation was false.

Result: No Charges Filed(C.H)

RACING AND UNLAWFUL CARING OF WEAPON

Client charged with racing other vehicles on Interstate 10. Firearm located during arrest. Investigation demonstrated one of the arresting officers was terminated and the prosecution lacked sufficient evidence.

Result: Both Charges Dismissed (B.B.)

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Underage college student charged with drinking while she was underage and then operating a motor vehicle.

Result: Case Dismissed (K.K.)

FEDERAL PAYROLL PROTECTION FRAUD

Client investigated for attempted PPP fraud. Developed strong evidence that client’s business partner committed PPP FRAUD without client’s knowledge, consent or involvement.

Result: No Charges Filed (L.C.)

FEDERAL MARRIAGE FRAUD

Young woman investigated for marriage fraud when former husband came under federal scrutiny.

Result: No Charges Filed (J.N.)

FEDERAL HEALTHCARE FRAUD

Client indicted and charged with multiple healthcare fraud charges. After lengthy negotiations, favorable outcome was achieved

Result: Reduced Sentence (I.O)

FORGING PRESCRIPTION

Client charged with forging prescriptions for painkillers.

Result: Case Dismissed (B.C.)

FELONY THEFT

Client accused of theft by former friend. Developed evidence that former friend was not credible.

Result: Case Dismissed (L.S.)

ASSAULT – FAMILY VIOLENCE

Cypress area client accused of assaulting wife in home in wild fight.

Result: Case Dismissed (B.D)

FEDERAL KIDNAPPING

Elderly grandmother charged with assisting son in international kidnapping. Co-counsel with Attorney James Alston.

Result: Not Guilty

ENGAGING IN ORGANIZED CRIMINAL ACTIVITY

Houston area man charged in relation to operating a gambling establishment with Eight Liners.

Result: Case reduced to a misdemeanor

FELONY POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Out of county resident charged in drug case. Client voluntarily surrendered after lengthy period.

Result: Case Dismissed

INJURY TO CHILD

Houston area elementary school teacher charged with injuring child. Protracted fight
established doubt in the veracity of the allegation.

Result: Case Dismissed

MONEY LAUNDERING

Client charged with money laundering in connection with high publicity case involving Houston area gambling.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL THEFT OF PUBLIC MONEY & HEALTHCARE FRAUD

Client charged with fraud in connection with alleged overpayment of federal benefits over extended period of time.

Result: Client placed on Probation (No Jail time)

FEDERAL RECEIPT OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

Houstonian charged with receipt, distribution and possession of child pornography.

Result: Based on mitigation, Client receives substantially reduced sentence

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Houston grocer accused of possession of marijuana

Result: Case Dismissed

PROSTITUTION

Houston area businessman accused of solicitation of prostitution.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE

Galveston area healthcare provider accused of family violence.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT OF PUBLIC SERVANT

Mentally ill Houstonian charged with assaulting police officer.

Result: Case Dismissed

SHOPLIFTING

Houston area Homemaker charged with shoplifting.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT OF A PUBLIC SERVANT

In a nearby county client was involved in an all out melee with local police officers. Evidence showed client acted in self defense.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY THEFT

In a neighboring county young client, who has moved out of state, was charged with theft with stolen credit card.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Businessman with high blood alcohol allowed pretrial diversion on showing dedicated volunteerism for his community after Hurricane Harvey.

Result: Case Dismissed upon completion of Diversion

DWI

Houston area student involved in single car accident. Allowed pretrial diversion on showing of serious health issues.

Result: Case Dismissed upon completion of Diversion

ASSAULT OF SECURITY OFFICER

Houstonian was charged with assaulting security guard at after hours club. As a result of his prior criminal record, Client faced 25 years to life.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL INCOME TAX EVASION

Houston area businessman charged with failing to declare substantial income over three year period.

Result: Client facing potential prison sentence placed on Probation with No Jail time.

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Veteran investigated for inappropriately touching step-daughter

Result: No Charges Filed

FEDERAL TERRORISTIC THREAT

Client investigated by Federal Agents for alleged internet postings involving alleged terroristic threats.
Client allegedly claimed desire to link up with international terror organization.

Result: No Charges Filed

POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

Client accused of possession of child pornography.

Result: No Charges Filed

FELONY MOTION TO ADJUDICATE

Student was placed on Deferred Adjudication for Felony Family Violence. Student charged with violating Felony Deferred Adjudication.

Result: Case Dismissed. Deferred Adjudication Reinstated.

BURGLARY OF A BUILDING

Student charged with breaking into local high school.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Houston businessman arrested and charged with possession of cocaine after allegedly leaving well-known drug house. Challenged legality of search in trial court and on appeal.

Result: Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Houston area teacher accused of indecency with a child. Lesser charges filed.

Result: Case Dismissed

INJURY TO ELDERLY

Adult daughter accused by home health provider of striking elderly parent.

Result: No Charges Filed

UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Houston waiter accused of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle when property found in stolen car.

Result: No Charges Filed

BURGLARY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Houston student accused of breaking into cars with friends.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Houston businessman accused of possession of cocaine. Completed treatment program.

Result: Case Dismissed

PROSTITUTION

Houston area truck driver accused of solicitation of prostitution.

Result: Case Dismissed

FRAUD AND TAMPERING WITH GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS

School Administrator investigated in relation to allegation of manipulation of school records

Result: No Charges Filed

FEDERAL BANKRUPTCY FRAUD

Client charged with committing fraud in connection with Federal Bankruptcy Filing.

Result: Client placed on Probation with a period of Home Confinement. ( No Jail time)

ASSAULT

Firefighter charged with assaulting complainant in neighborhood fight.

Result: Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Young client charged with indecency with girl from neighborhood. Investigation revealed lack of credibility in the accusation.

Result: Case Dismissed

SEXUAL ENTICEMENT

Houston area teacher accused of sexual enticement of student.

Result: No Charges Filed

FELONY EVADING

Houston area student in high speed race with friends and accused of evading police.

Result: Charges Dismissed

ASSAULT OF FAMILY MEMBER – IMPENDING BREATHING

Veteran accused of choking in domestic related dispute.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

Woman accused of assaulting bar employee during altercation.

Result: Case Dismissed

IMPERSONATING FEDERAL AGENT

Local businessman accused of impersonating federal agent.

Result: No Charges Filed

BURGLARY OF MOTOR VEHICLE

Bar patron charged with breaking into a bar employee’s vehicle.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL MEDICARE FRAUD

Client charged with conspiracy to commit Medicare Fraud.

Result: After lengthy negotiation client received probation and home confinement.

PROSTITUTION

Young man accused of hiring undercover officer for prostitution.

Result: Case Dismissed

DISORDERLY CONDUCT

Student accused of relieving bladder on Rice University campus.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Student charged with possession of marijuana while visiting Galveston with friends.

Result: Case Dismissed

HIT AND RUN

Woman investigated for hit and run incident.

Result: No Charges Filed

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

Student charged with possession of assorted drug paraphernalia.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL SUPERVISED RELEASE VIOLATION

Client accused of violating terms of supervised release facing prison.

Result: Supervised Release Reinstated

FELONY MOTION TO ADJUDICATE

Client accused of violating numerous conditions of felony deferred adjudication.

Result: Deferred Adjudication Reinstated

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Houston area professional accused of work related sexual assault.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

FOREIGN CORRUPT PRACTICES ACT

Client investigated for possible violations of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

Result: No Charges Filed

IMPROPER RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN STUDENT AND EDUCATOR

Houston area educator accused of improper sexual relationship with student.

Result: No Charges Filed

MURDER

Client investigated for the shooting death of a man breaking into his vehicle.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

FELONY THEFT

Houstonian charged with employee theft.

Result: Case Dismissed

INJURY TO CHILD

Teacher investigated for child abuse.

Result: No Charges Filed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA & GUN

Young Houstonian stopped with marijuana and gun in vehicle.

Result: Cases Dismissed

FELONY POLLUTION

Houston salvage yard manager charged with ground pollution.

Result: Charges reduced to misdemeanor deferred adjudication

EMBEZZLEMENT

Union official accused of pocketing union funds.

Result: No Charges Filed

ILLEGAL USE OF CAMPAIGN FUNDS

Represented client before grand jury in relation to investigation of former Congressman.

Result: No Charges Filed against Client

INJURY TO CHILD

Client accused of serious bodily injury involving infant son.

Result: No Charges Filed

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Client charged in neighboring county with sexually assaulting a fellow student.

Result: Case Dismissed

FRAUD

Professional investigated for alleged fraud involving Bitcoin transactions.

Result: No Charges Filed

OBSTRUCTION OF HIGHWAY

Steelworker accused of obstructing highway during picket.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT OF FAMILY MEMBER

Student accused of assaulting girlfriend in all out melee.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT OF FAMILY MEMBER

Oil and gas businessman accused of assaulting wife of many years.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY THEFT

Special needs client accused of stealing from employer.

Result: Case Dismissed

SHOPLIFTING

College student charged with shoplifting in area department store.

Result: Case Dismissed

TRESPASS

Special needs client accused of refusing to leave property of former employer.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Houston area college student arrested out of county with friends and charged with possession of marijuana.

Result: Case Dismissed

FAILURE TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE

Houston area educator investigated for failure to report child abuse.

Result: No Charges Filed

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

Houston area businesswoman accused of aggravated assault involving family member.

Result: No Charges Filed

BURGLARY OF A BUILDING

Student accused of breaking into Montrose area bar.

Result: Case reduced to misdemeanor, no conviction

FELONY EVADING ARREST

Suburban client and friends arrested for evading arrest.

Result: Case Dismissed

CONTINUING SEXUAL ABUSE AND AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT

Client was falsely accused of molesting step-granddaughter. Extensive investigation revealed actual perpetrator was other step-grandfather. Four days of trial & cross examination of state’s principle Witnesses.

Result: State Dismissed All Charges

ASSAULT OF FAMILY MEMBER

Client accused of beating mother of children and male friend. Utilized contradictory statements made to medical personnel to show falsity of complaint.

Result: Not Guilty

FEDERAL DRUG CONSPIRACY, POSSESSION OF FIREARM BY ILLEGAL ALIEN

Demonstrated that Honduran client suffered from previously undiagnosed severe mental illness.

Result: All Charges Dismissed

ASSAULT

Student accused of assaulting fellow college student in fight over girlfriend.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT OF FAMILY MEMBER

Client accused of assaulting wife in house. Police called and client arrested.

Result: Case Dismissed

UNLAWFUL CARRYING OF WEAPON

Client pulled over and arrested for possession of marijuana and gun.

Result: Case Dismissed

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT OF FAMILY MEMBER

Businessman accused of discharging firearm in home while threatening spouse.

Result: Case reduced to misdemeanor

FEDERAL DRUG CONSPIRACY

17 years ago, while represented by other counsel, client was convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison. Federal Government mistakenly released client. After 17 years, Federal Agents arrest Client and insist he must now serve 10 year sentence. Defense fights. Court rules in favor of Defense. Due to Feds mistake.

Result: Client Freed. Due to Federal Government’s Colossal Mistake, Client does not have to ever serve Sentence.

FEDERAL MONEY LAUNDERING & GAMBLING

Former CFO of Fortune 500 Company investigated in offshore gambling operation.

Result: 18 months Misdemeanor probation, No Jail

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON

Client accused of pointing gun during road rage incident.

Result: Case Dismissed

FAILURE TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE

School administrator investigated for failing to report child abuse by teacher.

Result: No Charges Filed

FELONY UNLAWFUL ISSUANCE OF PRESCRIPTION

Medical professional accused of associating with pill mills.

Result: Reduced to Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication. No Conviction. No Jail time.

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Houstonian subjected to vehicle search in nightclub parking lot.

Result: Case Dismissed

BURGLARY OF A BUILDING

Houston college student accused of breaking into apartment of acquaintance.

Result: No Charges Filed

FELONY DWI

Client accused of Driving While Intoxicated with children in car.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE

Client accused of assaulting his wife during late night argument.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Nationally known athlete accused of possession.

Result: Case Dismissed

TRESPASSING

Houston Student accused of trespassing at local yogurt shop after hours.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

College Student falsely accused by girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend.

Result: Case Dismissed

BOATING WHILE INTOXICATED

Client accused of Boating While Intoxicated in Banana Bend.

Result: Not Guilty

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Houstonian accused of purchasing crack cocaine.

Result: Case Dismissed

DELIVERY OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Houston College Student arrested and charged in major drug raid.

Result: Case Dismissed

MORTGAGE FRAUD

Houston Area Loan officer investigated for mortgage fraud.

Result: No Charges filed

IDENTITY FRAUD

Houston student accused of identity fraud in connection with license.

Result: No charges filed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

College athlete accused when pills found in purse in car.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY POLLUTION

Area business accused of contaminating water supply.

Result: Reduced to ticket

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Fort Bend high school student accused of possession of marijuana in backpack.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY THEFT

Houston oil and gas businessman accused of felony theft.

Result: Reduced to fine

DWI

Texas A&M student arrested after attending graduation party. Blood test taken.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Houston businesswomen arrested out of county for DWI.

Result: Reduced to Reckless Driving

FELONY DWI

Businessman accused of driving on freeway with infant son while intoxicated.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

College Student accused of possessing marijuana and vaporizer.

Result: Case Dismissed

CRIMINAL CONTEMPT

Attorney accused of violating court order in case involving NBA player. Filed brief on behalf of TCDLA.

Result: Case Dismissed

THEFT

Volunteer investigated for phony registrations in last elections.

Result: No Charges Filed

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

Accident victim arrested in Fort Bend after leaving scene.

Result: No charges filed

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

Charges leveled against boyfriend.

Result: Case dismissed

PROSTITUTION

Airline Pilot accused of solicitation of prostitute.

Result: Case dismissed

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Houstonian accused of fondling girlfriend’s daughter.

Result: No charges filed

ASSAULT

Houston Area Educator accused of touching female student in an inappropriate manner.

Result: Case dismissed

THEFT

Veteran accused of Shoplifting in two counties.

Result: Case dismissed

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

Homeowner accused of threatening neighbor with gun.

Result: Case dismissed

POSSESSION CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Businesswoman injured taken to hospital, drugs allegedly found in pocket during examination.

Result: Case dismissed

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Young Baytown man accused of molesting two sisters in 8 day trial.

Result: Not Guilty. After acquittal second charge against Client dismissed. After acquittal charges against Client’s brother involving same two complainants also dismissed.

POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

Houston Area Man investigated.

Result: No Charges Filed

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Houston Area Man accused of sexual assault while on out of state business trip.

Result: No Charges Filed

AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT

Juvenile charged.

Result: Case Dismissed

HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Local Rap Artist and Producer charged.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY ASSAULT

Young Man Accused of assaulting Security Guard at Downtown Hot Spot.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY THEFT

Employee of Out of County Car dealership accused of Employee Theft.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

College Student in Car with Boyfriend.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Man Arrested in Shepherd Area.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

Russian Immigrant accused of assaulting man.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Passed out woman.

Result: Case Dismissed

EVADING ARREST

Young Man with long term mental health issues.

Result: Case Dismissed

BOATING WHILE INTOXICATED

Man pulled over by Game Warden.

Result: Case Dismissed

TRESPASSING

Young man & woman accused of trespassing.

Result: Pretrial Diversion

DWI 2ND

College student wrecked car on 45.

Result: Case Dismissed

THEFT

Client accused of shoplifting.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY ASSAULT

Businessman accused of head-butting officer.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

DWI

Pre Law student accused of reckless driving on West Dallas & flunking field tests.

Result: Case Dismissed

AGGRAVATED ROBBERY

Teacher accused of arranging armed robbery.

Result: Reduced to Misdemeanor during Trial

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA ON CAMPUS

High School Social Worker accused of possession of marijuana alleged to be found in his bag with religious texts after a dog alert.

Result: Dismissed On Day of Trial

FEDERAL MORTGAGE FRAUD

Businessman investigated for mortgage fraud scheme.

Result: No Charges Filed

FEDERAL BRIBERY

Corporate Executive investigated for possible bribery charges involving local and out of state officials.

Result: No Charges Filed

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF

Club Employee accused of punching ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend and running over his Motorcycle.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

College student accused of running from West University Police and abandoning purse which contained marijuana.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Legal Resident charged with possession of cocaine. Agent looked in bathroom stall and allegedly viewed him ingesting white powder.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Juvenile accused of possessing marijuana on middle school campus.

Result: Case Dismissed

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Student investigated for sexual assault.

Result: No Charges Filed

ASSAULT

Husband accused of assaulting wife while in bed.

Result: Case Dismissed

HAZING

High Profile National Case involving Katy Area High School Mascot and cheerleaders accused of hazing younger cheerleaders.

Result: Case Dismissed

DEADLY CONDUCT

Wife accused of pointing gun at husband; Defense investigation revealed abusive husband filed false charge.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

Businessman accused of assaulting guard at Gentleman’s club.

Result: Case Dismissed

THEFT OF SERVICES

Businessman accused of theft.

Result: Case Dismissed

FALSIFICATION OF DOCUMENT

Brazoria County woman accused of falsifying vehicle registration.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY INJURY TO CHILD

Galveston County Pakistani college student accused of injuring neighbor’s child.

Result: Case Dismissed

FALSE REPORT

Houstonian accused of wrecking car in drunken accident and making false report to scene investigators.

Result: Case Dismissed

MANSLAUGHTER (2 CHARGES)

Pasadena Corporate Officer investigated for manslaughter when two employees died during a work related activity on company property.

Result: No Charges Filed

FELONY THEFT

Drilling Supply Company supervisor investigated for theft.

Result: No Charges Filed

FEDERAL MAIL THEFT

Letter carrier accused of stealing drugs out of mail, after carrier allegedly opens “dummy package”.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Waiter accused of possession of marijuana.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Jazz enthusiast pulled over by Sugarland Police accused of reckless driving, flunking all field sobriety tests and urinating on self.

Result: Reduced to Ticket

FELONY POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Insurance employee accused of possession of cocaine.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT ON A FAMILY MEMBER

Graphic Designer accused of kicking and grabbing estranged girlfriend in a household brawl.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Realtor arrested by Humble Police after Rodeo, accused of reckless driving, trying to put diesel in her car, and flunking all field sobriety tests.

Result: Case Dismissed

MOTION TO REVOKE PROBATION

Music instructor accused of violation of probation.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY INJURY TO A CHILD

Austin County School Administrator investigated for assaulting student.

Result: No Charges Filed

FEDERAL MORTGAGE FRAUD

University of Texas student alleged to have participated in mortgage fraud as “straw purchaser”.

Result: No Charges Filed

ASSAULT

Spring area school teacher investigated for allegedly assaulting an elementary school student.

Result: No Charges Filed

CHILD ABUSE

Spring area education specialist investigated for child abuse.

Result: No Charges Filed

POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Native Houstonian charged with possession of cocaine.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

Juvenile accused of assaulting female student on bus.

Result: No Charges Filed

POSSESSION OF A MARIJUANA

College student charged with possession of marijuana.

Result: Pre-Trial Diversion

MANSLAUGHTER

High profile case involving Pasadena School bus driver accused of killing child on way to school.

Result: Not Guilty

B.P. INVESTIGATION

Long term federal investigation into Texas City British Petroleum Explosion. Represented union member witnesses.

Result: No Charges Filed

FELONY THEFT

Businesswoman accused of shoplifting from high end Galleria store.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY THEFT

Ford Bend area businessman accused of felony employee theft.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY ASSAULT

Young man accused of hitting ex-girlfriend with vehicle.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT THEFT

Argentinean National accused of conspiracy to manipulate websites to steal computers.

Result: Not Guilty

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Young female Swedish National accused of possession of marijuana in vehicle.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Building Contractor allegedly found with controlled substance in truck.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Student allegedly found with controlled substance in vehicle in Memorial area.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Young female overdose victim accused of possession of controlled substance.

Result: Case Dismissed

FAILURE TO REGISTER

Former alleged sex offender accused of failing to register.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

Mechanic allegedly found with marijuana in vehicle.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY EVADING

High profile case involving community activist accused of evading in motor vehicle while attempting to surrender suspect to police.

Result: Case Dismissed after Appeal

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Middle Eastern student accused of sexual assault in his home after female party guest passed out in bed.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

DWI

Canadian businessman accused of DWI in Galleria area arrest.

Result: Not Guilty

DELIVERY CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Girlfriend accused of helping boyfriend in drug deal.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Flight Attendant accused of DWI in Heights area after single car accident.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Young Spring area female student accused of DWI.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

Man accused of threatening girlfriend.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL CHILD ENTICEMENT

Teacher accused of online child enticement and possession of pornography in case involving over 1,000 e-mails. Insanity Defense Asserted.

Result: Reduced Sentence Recommended Mid-trial

TRESPASSING

Young man accused of trespassing at nightclub.

Result: Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

Galveston area man accused of assaulting girlfriend.

Result: Case Dismissed

THEFT

High school student accused of shoplifting.

Result: Case Dismissed

THEFT

Student accused of theft from shopping center.

Result: Case Dismissed

FELONY EVADING

College student accused of stealing gas and running from police.

Result: Case Dismissed

INTERFERING WITH 911 CALL

Man accused of knocking cell phone out of woman’s hand during 911 call.

Result: Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

Daycare owner’s adult son accused of molesting child.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

Camp Counselor investigated for alleged sexual relations with camper.

Result: No Charges Filed

AUTO THEFT

Client accused of stealing vehicle off car lot.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Restaurant owner’s son arrested for DWI.

Result: Case Dismissed

CRIMINAL TRESPASS

Ex-boyfriend accused of entering property without permission.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Client accused of driving the wrong way on 1960, Speeding and failing all field sobriety tests.

Result: Not Guilty

ASSAULT

Beaumont area man accused of running over complainant’s leg at Houston Zoo.

Result: Not Guilty

FEDERAL ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF EXPLOSIVE DEVICE

Professional accused of illegally possessing explosives leading to federal investigation.

Result: No charges filed

FEDERAL DRUG CHARGES

Man charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL DRUG CHARGES

Houston area rap artist accused of participating in cocaine drug conspiracy involving undercover agent and informant.

Result: Case Dismissed

DWI

Client accused of DWI on Northside after failing Field sobriety tests and urinating in public.

Result: Case Dismissed

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

Client accused of assaulting girlfriend.

Result: Case Dismissed

Aggravated Robbery

Client accused of robbing complainant at gunpoint on Westheimer in late night encounter.

Result: Not Guilty

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

Uncle accused of molesting niece while staying in mother’s house in Southeast Houston.

Result: Not Guilty

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

Fort Bend area businessman accused of molesting child.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

ASSAULT

School official accused of assaulting disruptive student.

Result: Case Dismissed

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Young man arrested on sidewalk in front of his house and accused of possessing drugs.

Result: Case Dismissed

DELIVERY OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Music promoter accused of selling cocaine in apartment to informant.

Result: Case Dismissed

FEDERAL POSSESSION OF UNREGISTERED FIREARM

Client accused of throwing molotov cocktails at church. Insanity defense urged.

Result: Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity based on delusional thoughts.

DWI

Northside street racer accused of DWI.

Result: Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

Houston area teacher investigated for allegedly molesting female students.

Result: No charges filed

ATTEMPTED MURDER

High profile Waller County case involving a young man with mental health problems, accused of seriously injuring his child. Insanity defense asserted.

Result: Not Guilty, Guilty of lesser Charge, Received probation.

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

High profile case involving well known high school Band Director accused of molesting current and former student.

Result: Not Guilty

AGGRAVATED ROBBERY

Young man accused of daytime car jacking, State provided two eye witnesses and client’s fingerprints found inside complainant’s car.

Result: Not Guilty

DWI

Oil Company employee arrested on Washington Street near Houston Police Department, accused of failing all field sobriety tests.

Result: Not Guilty

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

School employee accused of molesting student on campus.

Result: Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

High profile case involving Montgomery County school employee accused of molesting student.

Result: No Bill – Case Dismissed

INDECENCY WITH CHILD

Palestinian National accused of molesting niece in racially charged case.

Result: Not Guilty

FEDERAL DRUG CONSPIRACY

Multiple defendant case. Client accused of assisting drug dealer boyfriend in transporting drugs and money between Texas and New York in six week long federal trial.

Result: Not Guilty on All Charges

FEDERAL DRUG CONSPIRACY

High profile multiple defendant case. Client accused by several informants of selling cocaine and using laundry as a front in nine week long federal trial.

Result: Not Guilty on All Charges

FELONY THEFT

Wire manufacturer accused of stealing machinery from parent French-owned company.

Result: Not Guilty

ASSAULT

College student attending Fright Night at Astroworld accused of assaulting Sheriff’s Deputy who attacked her in dispute place in line.

Result: Not Guilty

FAILURE TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE

High profile case involving middle school coach accused of failing to report gang rape in school bathroom.

Result: Not Guilty

FEDERAL DRUG CONSPIRACY

Client accused of guarding drug house in conspiracy case involving experienced undercover agent.

Result: Not Guilty

AUTO THEFT

Client accused of stealing car from dealership where client worked. Co-worker identified client as suspect.

Result: Not Guilty

DWI

Client arrested for DWI after passenger fled scene on foot in West University area.

Result: Not Guilty

FEDERAL MONEY LAUNDERING

High profile multi-defendant Brownsville case. Houston area banker accused of money laundering for drug dealers.

Result: Case Dismissed

MURDER

High profile murder charge. Client and three other juvenile suspects accused of slaying victim in what was alleged to be a cult-related killing.

Result: Case Dismissed

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Case Results

ASSAULT -FAMILY MEMBER

Case Dismissed (M.M.)

The client, a Houston area medical assistant, was accused by her estranged husband of assaulting her in her family home. The defense showed that the complainant had a history of alcohol abuse and violence. The defense demonstrated that the police failed to conduct an adequate investigation of the initial charge, No charges should have ever been accepted.

FEDERAL SBA WIRE FRAUD

No PPP Fraud Charges Filed.

The client believed to be facing potential  Wire Fraud  Charges related to SBA PPP loan applications.  Investigation of applications for  PPP loans and PPP forgiveness demonstrated that the Client had at all times acted in a  lawful manner.  Investigation demonstrated no fraud was committed by the client. Case closed.

FEDERAL FALSE INFORMATION AND HOAXES

Case Dismissed ( I.J.)

Client was charged by Federal Indictment with making a social media post that threatened Malicious Damage and Destruction of a Building by Means of Fire and Explosives in violation of Federal law. The Defense showed that Client was a law-abiding citizen. The Defense further showed that the alleged threat was not made with any criminal intent.

SEXUAL ASSAULT

Grand Jury No Bill- No Charges (M.L.)

The client, a public official with a long history of public service, was accused by a former girlfriend of engaging in non-consensual sexual relations. The Defense investigation and analysis showed through a detailed timeline that the allegation made absolutely no sense. Phone records, including calls and texts, were relied on to help establish an accurate timeline. The Defense met with law enforcement and reviewed a detailed package that exonerated the accused.

ASSAULT -FAMILY MEMBER

Case Dismissed (A.R.)

Client, a Houston area professional who frequently travels for work, was accused by his wife of assaulting her in his  family home. Defense showed that wife’s story lacked credibility and there was no physical evidence in support of the wife’s allegation.

POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Case Dismissed (B.B.)

The client, a young Black male,  was driving his car when police pulled him over for no apparent reason. It looked to be a profile stop. The client was accused of possessing a controlled substance in his vehicle. The Defense showed that there was no lawful basis for the police to stop the Client’s car. The Defense also showed that there was no lawful basis for the search of the Client’s car. It was a bad search, so the seized evidence was not admissible.

FEDERAL CONSPIRACY TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE AND CONSPIRACY TO MONEY LAUNDER

Not Guilty (C.R.)

Client charged in Federal Indictment In “Operation Wrecking Ball” with 55 named co-defendants.  Client faced seven charges. Client was charged with Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine and Conspiracy to Engage in Money Laundering. Client was also charged with four counts of Distribution of Cocaine and one count of Money laundering.

Allegations involved client’s alleged use of his home to distribute cocaine. Government’s lengthy investigation involved numerous wiretaps, surveillance, video, pole cams, search warrants, vehicle stops and use of cooperating co-defendants.

Client went to trial with four remaining defendants. After a two-week trial, Judge granted Motion for Acquittal on four of the seven charges. Jury found Client Not Guilty of remaining three charges.

FEDERAL SBA WIRE FRAUD

Probation - No Jail Time (T.R.)

Client charged in Federal Court with two counts of Wire Fraud related to Five SBA EIDL loan applications. The Government alleged the client, a Houston professional, defrauded the Small Business Administration out of over $150,000. The Government also found the intended loss was over half a million dollars. The Client faced up to 20 years in prison on each count. The Defense investigated the case and negotiated a deal that included the Government not opposing a probation. The Federal Guideline calculation was for a prison sentence and the Probation Department recommended a prison sentence. Attorney Fickman submitted a 90 page Defense Sentencing Memorandum asking for Probation.

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON

Case Dismissed (K.L.)

Client was retired professional. Client was accused of being involved in a road rage incident in 1960 Area. Defense put together a 100 page memorandum that demonstrated complainant was actual aggressor.

INDECENCY WITH A CHILD

Case Dismissed (P.C.)

Client was accused of touching child. Case involved thousands of pages of psychiatric and Child Protective Services records as well as investigations by multiple police departments. After three- year fight, case dismissed.

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