74/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 364 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Corpus Christi, TX: 2026 rankings
32 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Corpus Christi: Dunham & Jones, LFR Score 74/100; 4.9★ from 364 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Office of Ira Z. Miller, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 32.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Perkins & Perkins Law, 390 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 32 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
32 Corpus Christi criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 32 rated law firms.
Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dunham & Jones | 74 | 4.9★ (364) | Corpus Christi | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Law Office of Ira Z. Miller | 69 | 4.9★ (34) | Corpus Christi | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Robert J. Gonzalez, Attorney At Law | 69 | 5.0★ (228) | Corpus Christi | — | — |
| 4 | Law Office of Phillip W. Goff | 68 | 4.9★ (258) | Corpus Christi | — | — |
| 5 | Law Office of John D. Garcia, PLLC | 66 | 4.9★ (84) | Corpus Christi | — | — |
| 6 | Perkins & Perkins Law | 65 | 5.0★ (390) | Corpus Christi | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Most reviews |
| 7 | Cassidy & Olivarez | 65 | 4.7★ (76) | Corpus Christi | — | — |
| 8 | Rios Law | 64 | 4.5★ (17) | Corpus Christi | — | — |
| 9 | Mark A. Di Carlo, PLLC | 63 | 4.4★ (50) | Corpus Christi | — | — |
| 10 | Lemanski Law Offices. The Law Office of Scott F. Cactus Lemanski | 62 | 5.0★ (83) | Corpus Christi | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 32 criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Corpus Christi
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 228 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 258 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 390 Google reviews, the most in Corpus Christi.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#8 Rios Law
Based in Corpus Christi
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#14 Koch Law Firm
Based in Corpus Christi
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#15 Klein Law, PLLC
Based in Corpus Christi
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#17 Flynn Law Firm
Based in Robstown, 8 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 97 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#20 Bourlon Law Firm
Based in Corpus Christi
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 121 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#22 Carabin Shaw PC
Based in Rockport, 28 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockport, 28 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corpus Christi
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
All 32 criminal defense lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Bonilla & Chapa, P.C. | 53 | 4.2★ (41) | In Corpus Christi |
| 27 | Law Offices of Laura Allison Ramos | 52 | 4.0★ (42) | In Corpus Christi |
| 28 | The Law Office of Sandra Eastwood | 52 | 4.1★ (23) | In Corpus Christi |
| 29 | The Garza Law Firm | 51 | 4.4★ (7) | In Corpus Christi |
| 30 | Gale Law Group, PLLC | 50 | 3.4★ (41) | In Corpus Christi |
| 31 | Law Offices of John W Tinder | 50 | 4.8★ (5) | In Corpus Christi |
| 32 | Law Office of Irma Mendoza Sanjines | 49 | 4.0★ (13) | 11 mi |
Also serving Corpus Christi
20 more criminal defense lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Alexander, PLLC | 4.4★ (74) | In Corpus Christi |
| Bandas Law Firm, P.C. | 4.9★ (546) | In Corpus Christi |
| Carrigan & Anderson, PLLC | 4.8★ (82) | In Corpus Christi |
| Gonzales Law Firm | 5.0★ (137) | In Corpus Christi |
| Herrman & Herrman PLLC | 5.0★ (258) | In Corpus Christi |
| Hilliard Law | 4.7★ (893) | In Corpus Christi |
| Law Office of Jason Wolf | 4.9★ (225) | In Corpus Christi |
| Law Office of Joel Gonzalez, PLLC | 4.9★ (170) | In Corpus Christi |
| Law Office of Kelly Koch | 4.5★ (202) | In Corpus Christi |
| Law Offices of Debra Rodriguez | 4.3★ (72) | In Corpus Christi |
| Melody Cooper Attorney at Law | 4.1★ (128) | In Corpus Christi |
| Raub Law Firm, P.C. | 4.8★ (339) | In Corpus Christi |
| Reyna Law Firm | 4.8★ (159) | In Corpus Christi |
| Robert Bujanos Jr Attorney | 5.0★ (82) | In Corpus Christi |
| The Gould Law Firm | 3.9★ (82) | In Corpus Christi |
| The Law Office of Daniel M. Gonzales, PLLC | 5.0★ (108) | In Corpus Christi |
| The Patel Firm | 5.0★ (455) | In Corpus Christi |
| Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys | 4.8★ (3,594) | In Corpus Christi |
| Wayne Wright Injury Lawyers | 4.7★ (149) | In Corpus Christi |
| Webb, Cason & Manning, P.C. | 4.9★ (363) | In Corpus Christi |
How we ranked Corpus Christi criminal defense lawyers
We scored 32 Corpus Christi criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Corpus Christi data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a criminal defense lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
- Who will appear with me at each hearing?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi: frequently asked questions
Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Corpus Christi?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Corpus Christi, TX is Dunham & Jones with an LFR Score of 74/100. It has 4.9★ from 364 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Office of Ira Z. Miller (#2) and Robert J. Gonzalez, Attorney At Law (#3) follow. We ranked 32 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Corpus Christi?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 32 criminal defense lawyers serving Corpus Christi, TX. 28 of them are based in Corpus Christi; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi are open 24/7?
6 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Dunham & Jones (#1), Law Office of Ira Z. Miller (#2) and Perkins & Perkins Law (#6). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi work on weekends?
7 of 32 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dunham & Jones (#1), Law Office of Ira Z. Miller (#2) and Perkins & Perkins Law (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Corpus Christi criminal defense lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 32 rated criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi is 4.7★, with a median of 46 reviews. Perkins & Perkins Law has the most, 390 reviews, and ranks #6. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?
Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do criminal defense lawyers outside Corpus Christi count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Corpus Christi city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi, TX charge?
Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?
If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Corpus Christi, TX ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Corpus Christi?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Corpus Christi
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 32 criminal defense lawyers serving Corpus Christi.
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