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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Denison, TX: 2026 rankings

22 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Highest LFR Score in Denison: Jarvis & Hamilton Law Firm, LFR Score 66/100; 4.8★ from 170 Google reviews.

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    Open 24 hours (per Google): Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 22.

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    Most-reviewed: Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC, 241 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 22 ranked; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

22 Denison criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 22 rated law firms.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Denison 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.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Denison at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Jarvis & Hamilton Law Firm664.8★ (170)Sherman, 9 mi away—Top score
2Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC654.9★ (241)DenisonOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
3Jeff C. Wilson625.0★ (31)Sherman, 9 mi away——
4Micah Belden624.5★ (48)Sherman, 9 mi away——
5Pelley Law Office L.L.P.604.7★ (109)Sherman, 9 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6Brannan Law Firm584.9★ (31)Anna, 28 mi away——
7Law Office of John H. Nix574.3★ (103)Sherman, 9 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Law Office of Grady Long562.2★ (10)Sherman, 9 mi away——
9Jeremy J. Poet524.6★ (41)Sherman, 8 mi away——
10Brese-LeBron Law, PLLC524.6★ (34)Sherman, 9 mi away——

All 22 criminal defense lawyers in Denison, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Denison

    #1 Jarvis & Hamilton Law Firm

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 170 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 170 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    123 W Houston St, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Jarvis & Hamilton Law Firm(903) 202-0516

  3. #3 Jeff C. Wilson

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    225 N Crockett St, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Jeff C. Wilson(903) 870-2104

  4. #4 Micah Belden

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.5★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    711 N Travis St, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Micah Belden(903) 744-4252

  6. #6 Brannan Law Firm

    Based in Anna, 28 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    604B W White St Ste B-1, Anna, TX 75409
    View profile for Brannan Law Firm(469) 631-8926

  8. #8 Law Office of Grady Long

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 2.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 N Travis St #503b, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Law Office of Grady Long(903) 771-4836

  9. #9 Jeremy J. Poet

    Based in Sherman, 8 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1800 Teague Dr #500, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Jeremy J. Poet(903) 870-7771

  10. #10 Brese-LeBron Law, PLLC

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 N Travis St Ste 405, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Brese-LeBron Law, PLLC(903) 200-3014

  11. #11 Shea Beaty Poet PLLC

    Based in Sherman, 8 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1800 Teague Dr #500, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Shea Beaty Poet PLLC(903) 357-5269

  12. #12 Kenneth W Roesler PC

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    711 N Travis St, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Kenneth W Roesler PC(903) 893-9462

  17. #17 Russell A. Pelley,PC

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    49/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    112 N Travis St Ste 200, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Russell A. Pelley,PC(972) 292-7576

  18. #18 Jarvis Law Firm, P.C.

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    116 S Crockett St, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Jarvis Law Firm, P.C.(903) 893-3665

  20. #20 Siebman Law, LLP

    Based in Sherman, 9 mi away

    46/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 2.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    across from Eastern District of Texas Courthouse, 300 N Travis St, Sherman, TX 75090
    View profile for Siebman Law, LLP(903) 870-0070

Also serving Denison

15 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.

Unranked criminal defense lawyers serving Denison
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bradshaw Coones, PLLC5.0★ (201)In Denison
Burress Injury Law | Denison Personal Injury Lawyer5.0★ (1)In Denison
Carter & Daniel Attorneys5.0★ (2)In Denison
Cynthia L Stagner & Associates4.0★ (1)In Denison
Davis Legal | Grayson Divorce Attorneys4.5★ (2)In Denison
Donald M Banman Attorney4.8★ (4)In Denison
Dustin Brown Law9 mi
Ken Rainbolt Attorney At Law19 mi
Law Office of Brett L. Evans, P.C.4.9★ (109)In Denison
Munson Munson Cardwell4.9★ (12)In Denison
Phillip G Shaffer PC4.2★ (17)In Denison
The De La Garza Law Firm, P.C.5.0★ (1)9 mi
The Law Office of Brandy Douglas4.8★ (16)In Denison
Weisberg Law OfficeIn Denison
Whalen Law Office - Criminal Defense Lawyers5.0★ (2)9 mi

How we ranked Denison criminal defense lawyers

We scored 22 Denison 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Denison data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%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 volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a criminal defense lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
  7. 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 Denison: frequently asked questions

Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Denison?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Denison, TX is Jarvis & Hamilton Law Firm with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.8★ from 170 Google reviews. Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC (#2) and Jeff C. Wilson (#3) follow. We ranked 22 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Denison?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 22 criminal defense lawyers serving Denison, TX. 1 of them is based in Denison; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 15 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Denison are open 24/7?

3 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Denison post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC (#2), Pelley Law Office L.L.P. (#5) and Blankenship Law Firm, P.C. (#13). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Denison work on weekends?

4 of 22 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC (#2), Pelley Law Office L.L.P. (#5) and Law Office of John H. Nix (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Denison criminal defense lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated criminal defense lawyers in Denison is 4.3★, with a median of 31 reviews. Bill Kennedy Law, PLLC has the most, 241 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Denison count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Denison 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 Denison, 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 Denison, 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 Denison?

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 Denison

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 22 criminal defense lawyers serving Denison.

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