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Drug Crime Defense

Texas laws are extremely strict concerning offenses related to narcotics and other illicit drugs. Penalties for these laws can include anything from probation to fines, jail time or even loss of your Texas driving privileges. Call on Phil Gommels when you need a great criminal lawyer to help you.

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Domestic Violence Law

In Texas, domestic violence cases are of two varieties: criminal and civil. This means that if someone is a victim of domestic violence, they can file criminal charges against the defendant, as well as sue them for financial remuneration in civil court.

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Sex Crime Defense

False allegations of sexual crimes can ruin lives. Friends, family and even the media often turn against the accused before any evidence has been examined. Unfortunately, bogus accusations permeate this area of criminal law. Get the help you need from an experienced criminal defense attorney like Phil Gommels.

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Philip M. Gommels

Philip M. Gommels is a Houston criminal lawyer and principal of The Law Office of Philip M. Gommels, PLLC. With extensive trial experience, he represents individual clients in a wide variety of legal matters.

Mr. Gommels is admitted to practice in Texas state courts, as well as federal courts for the Southern District of Texas, Northern District of Texas, Eastern District of Texas, and Fifth Circuit.

In 2013 and 2014 Houstonia Magazine named Mr. Gommels a “Top Lawyer” in the field of Criminal Defense in Houston.

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The Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston

I was represented better than I anticipated. He did a lot of research and investigation on my cases. He got me a good deal on both cases and reduced one of my felonies to a misdemeanor. To me, he is definitely the best criminal defense lawyer in Houston. He did a real good job and he really cares about his clients.

– Jose Luis

Philip M. Gommels – Houston Criminal Defense Attorney Superb Ratings

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How to Find a Criminal Defense Attorney

When you’ve been arrested for a crime, a criminal attorney is needed to help in your defense. You’ll want to avoid a civil attorney, though in some small towns a lawyer that does both may be your only option. It’s important to know the types of charges for which a criminal defense lawyer is needed, and what questions to ask a lawyer and yourself.

Examples of crimes needing a criminal defense attorney include:

Personal crimes:

Assault
Battery
Murder
False imprisonment
Kidnapping

Property crimes:

Shoplifting
Burglary
Arson
Embezzlement
Forgery
Receiving stolen goods

Incomplete crimes:

Attempted crime (such as attempted murder)
Solicitation
Conspiracy

Statutory crimes:

Breaking a local, state or federal statute (such as DUI)
Selling alcohol to someone underage

What to Look For in a Potential Attorney

There are questions to ask that will help you make an informed decision, and then lead to launching what will hopefully be a successful defense. Here are points to consider when you are making a choice of whom you will have representing you in a criminal case.

Areas of Experience

While an attorney may have criminal defense experience, it’s important for you to find out what types of crimes he or she has handled. It is perfectly acceptable for you to ask during an initial consultation about the attorney’s specific experience. You shouldn’t consider hiring a lawyer who refuses to detail his or her experience or gives vague responses to questions.

For example, you are interviewing an attorney to represent you in a grand theft case.

Here are examples of well-thought-out questions which will help you choose a competent lawyer.

“Have you represented people who have been charged with grand theft?”
“What percentage of your practice involves representing people charged with grand theft?”
“What percentage of your practice involves appearing in the court my case will be assigned to?”

Getting specific answers that instill confidence with the attorney are essential to choosing someone you can work with. It also indicates a lawyer who will do the utmost to defend you.

Comfort Level

An attorney may be competent, experienced and successful, but it’s also important that you are comfortable in talking with him or her. The ability to freely express yourself, knowing you can ask any questions, and that you’ll receive the type of attention needed are all significant factors when choosing an attorney.

Since your attorney will be your voice in court when dealing with prosecutors and talking to the judge, you need someone who will be a voice you are comfortable with. The ideal relationship between you and your lawyer will be a partnership when it comes to making decisions, as these may be some of the most impactful and important decisions you ever make. Your attorney that will be most effective will see you as a partner in your criminal defense.

Here are a few questions you can ask yourself when deciding if you want to work with a particular lawyer:

“Does the lawyer seem willing to talk openly with me?”
“Does the lawyer talk in plain language, so I can understand?”
“Does the lawyer show concern for me and want to help?”
“Does the lawyer understand me as a whole, not just the crime with which I’m charged?”
“Does the lawyer have the type of manner who will foster trust with prosecutors, judges and, possibly, jurors?”

By following these guidelines, and asking informed and well-thought-out questions, you will greatly increase the likelihood of choosing a competent and effective lawyer who cares about your case and does the best job for you. Criminal charges may impact your life for many years to come. Make sure you hire an experienced criminal defense attorney like Phil Gommels who will protect your interests.

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Get Justice with a Top Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

Serving Houston • Austin • Dallas

Drug Crime Defense

Domestic Violence Law

Sex Crime Defense

Philip M. Gommels

Client Reviews

Philip M. Gommels – Houston Criminal Defense Attorney Superb Ratings

Have You Been Arrested?

What to Look For in a Potential Attorney

Areas of Experience

Comfort Level

Latest Posts

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Houston officers call body cameras a positive experience

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