Practice areas: Criminal Defense
Licensed in Texas since: 2019
Education: Baylor University School of Law
Languages spoken: English, German, Spanish
Selected to Rising Stars: 2026 Details
A vehement advocate for her clients, Andromeda Vega Rubio utilizes her shrewd legal acumen and talents on her clients’ behalf, working relentlessly to get them the peace of mind and respite they deserve in their contentious legal matters. At Michael & Associates in Austin, Texas, she primarily handles numerous criminal defense matters and serves residents throughout the state.
Ms. Rubio completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland in 2014, graduating cum laude with her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology, and later pursued her higher education at Johns Hopkins University, earning her master’s degree in biotechnology. With a fervent interest in the law, she attended the Baylor University School of Law and received her Juris Doctor in 2019, as well as her license to practice law in Texas.
A stalwart champion for her clients’ rights, Ms. Rubio strives to take on the brunt of the legal burden of her clients so that they can focus on themselves and their loved ones during this difficult moment in their lives. She emphasizes personalized attention, meticulous focus and enthusiastic zeal to seeing her clients free of their legal woes. For her many contributions, she has been rated “Good” on Avvo.
Ms. Rubio began her career at the Williamson County Attorney’s Office, where she worked expeditiously hard, earning her position as a trial prosecutor in quick time. During her time there, she gained invaluable exposure to how her local judiciary operated, and she now uses her experience to help her clients overcome their challenges.
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Practice areas
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First Admitted: 2019, Texas
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Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Police were called to a domestic dispute after an argument at a residence escalated. Officers alleged our client punched and scratched a partner and kicked a family member who stepped in. The client reported acting in self defense after being restrained, and multiple witnesses confirmed both had been drinking and there was mutual combat. We gathered statements and supporting materials and presented them to the prosecutor. After negotiations, the state agreed to deferred probation with classes and community service, keeping a conviction off the client’s record if completed., Travis County, Downtown Austin Community Court, Assault - Family Violence (Class C), Deferred Probation
- After a first-offense DWI arrest, our client sought help to minimize the impact on their record and daily life. We obtained the case materials, evaluated the evidence, and compiled mitigation demonstrating accountability and steps taken after the arrest. We engaged the prosecutor and advocated for a community-based outcome. Through sustained negotiations, we secured a straight probation resolution. The client accepted probation and continued with daily responsibilities under supervised terms., Travis County, County Court at Law #7, DWI - First Offense, Probation
- During a traffic stop for speeding, officers searched the vehicle and reported finding a small amount of LSD along with marijuana. We focused on how the search began and whether the state could lawfully connect the discovery to the stop. After obtaining the evidence, we scrutinized the reports and challenged the state's probable cause for the search. We made clear we were prepared to pursue a suppression hearing. The prosecution dismissed the possession case., Case Dismissed, Travis County, 460th District Court, Possession of LSD (Less than 20 Abuse Units)
- Officers alleged our client left the scene after a minor collision that resulted in vehicle damage. Months after the incident, an arrest warrant issued and the client was taken into custody. We scrutinized the police report and case file, focusing on whether the elements of the offense were actually met. We presented our analysis to the prosecutor and made clear we were prepared to litigate the issues. The state dismissed the case., Bell County, CC2, Accident Involving Damage to Vehicle
- After a traffic stop for speeding, officers found empty cans and began a DWI investigation. The client admitted to having a few drinks earlier. Field sobriety tests were conducted on a sloped, wet surface despite a prior foot injury, calling the results into question. The client refused a breath test, and a blood sample was later taken at the jail, where an inexperienced officer handled the process. We obtained video and lab materials, challenged the testing conditions and chain of custody, and used those issues to negotiate a charge reduction., Williamson County, CC3, DWI - Class B, Charges Reduced
- During a roadside inspection stop, the client was asked to perform field sobriety tests and later provided breath samples of 0.063 and 0.059, both below the legal limit. We obtained the videos and breath-test records, identified issues with how the sobriety tests were conducted, and highlighted the timing of the breath test. When the state floated a retrograde extrapolation theory, we countered with the science and calibration data and set the case for trial. Confronted with weak proof of intoxication, the prosecution dismissed the case., Williamson County, County Court 2, DWI - Second Offense
- Officers found our client stopped at a light and asleep, then began a DWI investigation. The client woke, cooperated, refused field tests and a voluntary sample, and a warrant blood draw later came back over the limit. We reviewed all video, highlighting steady speech and movement at the scene, and scrutinized the timing and collection of the blood to curb its weight. Using that leverage plus proof of early classes and clean interlock use, we negotiated straight probation with a shortened interlock term., Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - Second Offense, Probation
- After a minor crash, officers responded and investigated for DWI. The client politely declined field sobriety tests and refused breath, and a warrant later produced a blood result around .18. We reviewed bodycam footage and the timing of the draw, then focused on mitigation given the strength of the lab number. We documented clean interlock compliance and proactive completion of alcohol education. The case was resolved with straight probation on a first offense, avoiding jail and letting the client move forward., Travis County, County Court at Law #7, DWI - First Offense, Probation
- Store loss prevention detained our client after observing them conceal merchandise and head toward the exit, even though some items were paid for. Police were called, and the client was arrested for misdemeanor theft. We analyzed the police and loss prevention reports, clarified exactly what was taken, and emphasized the limited value and the client's clean record. We presented those points in negotiations and pushed for a non-conviction resolution. The state agreed to deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the client's record., Coryell County, County Court at Law, Theft (Misdemeanor), Deferred Probation
- Police arrested our client after a domestic dispute where the other party was injured. From the outset we built a self defense case. The client was the one who called for help, there was a recent protective order against the complainant from a prior incident, and the complainant later acknowledged initiating the altercation. We gathered those statements and documented that the injury was superficial. The State floated a probation offer, but we refused and pressed the credibility problems. Faced with that record, the prosecutor dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Assault - Family Violence, Case Dismissed
- Police arrested our client after a domestic dispute where the other party was injured. From the outset we built a self defense case. The client was the one who called for help, there was a recent protective order against the complainant from a prior incident, and the complainant later acknowledged initiating the altercation. We gathered those statements and documented that the injury was superficial. The State floated a probation offer, but we refused and pressed the credibility problems. Faced with that record, the prosecutor dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Assault - Family Violence
- After a minor collision, officers investigated our client for DWI. The individual completed field sobriety tests but recalled little of the encounter. No roadside breath test was taken, and a later breath sample reportedly read above .15. We obtained the videos and reports, scrutinized the stop and how the tests were administered, and raised questions about the procedures surrounding the breath result and our client's impaired memory. With no prior history, we leveraged these issues in negotiations and secured straight probation., Williamson County, CC3, DWI - First Offense, Probation
- After officers recovered a small amount of marijuana from a vehicle, a possession case was filed. We obtained the police reports, examined how the substance was located and documented, and questioned the basis for the vehicle search. We compiled the issues and presented them to the prosecutor while preparing to litigate suppression. Our pressure made it clear the evidence would be challenged, and the case could not move forward as charged. The state dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #2, Possession of Marijuana, Case Dismissed
- Officers reported finding a firearm in the client’s vehicle and filed an unlawful carrying of a weapon case in county court. We obtained the full discovery, reconstructed the timeline of the encounter, and scrutinized how the gun was located and documented. Our analysis revealed weaknesses in the state’s proof on key elements of unlawful carry. We pressed those issues and made clear we were ready to litigate. The prosecution dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #2, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, Case Dismissed
- Police filed a family violence assault after a domestic argument at a residence. The complainant alleged a slap, choking, and being thrown into a headboard. We obtained the photos and compared them to the statements, noting the absence of injuries consistent with those claims, such as handprints or neck marks. A minor witness’s account also conflicted with the initial report and their placement during the incident. We compiled these credibility and proof issues for the prosecutor, and the State dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #2, Assault - Family Violence, Case Dismissed
- Police responded to a single-vehicle crash and arrested our client for DWI. The client acknowledged having drinks, completed field sobriety tests, and later produced a breath result of .09. We secured the police reports and evidence, then closely examined how the FSTs were administered and how the breath sample was obtained. We challenged whether that marginal number and the officer's observations could prove impairment beyond a reasonable doubt. The prosecution dismissed the case.,Travis County, CC9, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
- The client called 911 from a store restroom after seeing another person display a gun and waited for officers to arrive. During the response, officers learned the client had a handgun in a purse and filed an unlawful carrying charge. We gathered the police reports and dispatch logs, highlighted that our client initiated the call for help, cooperated throughout, and kept the firearm secured. We pressed the prosecution on whether the facts actually met the unlawful element. Faced with those issues and our readiness to litigate, the state dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
- After a traffic stop for a stop sign violation, our client performed field sobriety tests and later provided a breath sample at the jail well over the legal limit. The vehicle search turned up no alcohol, and the client remained polite and cooperative throughout. We dug into the discovery, examining the grounds for the stop and the testing procedures, and made clear we were ready to litigate contested issues. We also presented mitigation, including immediate compliance with ignition interlock requirements. The result was a misdemeanor resolution with probation, avoiding any enhancement., Travis County, CC7, DWI - Second Offense
- Police responded to a domestic dispute, and our client was arrested on an allegation of family violence. We moved quickly to obtain discovery, review the reports, and reconstruct a clear timeline of events. Our analysis highlighted weaknesses in the proof on essential elements and legal issues we were prepared to litigate. We pressed those points in negotiations with the state. The prosecution dismissed the case., Travis County, County Court at Law #4, Assault - Family Violence
- The case began after a two-vehicle crash at a residential entrance. Officers reported signs of intoxication during field sobriety tests, and after the client refused breath and blood testing, a warrant was obtained for a blood draw. We obtained the videos and reports, examined the basis for the warrant, and compiled months of clean interlock compliance while on bond. We emphasized the lack of reported injuries from the collision and the client's strong performance on conditions. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the record., Travis County, CC3, DWI - Third Offense, Deferred Probation
- A patrol unit stopped the client after the vehicle struck traffic cones. The client acknowledged having drinks, performed field sobriety tests, and later provided a breath sample reading 0.10. Our team secured the video, police reports, and breath-test records, then scrutinized how each test was administered. We pressed the state on the reliability of the observations and the breath result and signaled readiness to litigate. The prosecution dismissed the case., Travis County, County Court at Law #7, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
- The client was detained on a Texas warrant alleging fraudulent use of identifying information during a routine appointment out of state. He consistently maintained he had never been in the charging county and that others had used his name. Our team coordinated with out-of-state officers to address the warrant and pushed for a noncustodial plan while we obtained the case file. We reviewed the reports, highlighted identity and location gaps tying him to the offense, and documented his out-of-state residence and medical constraints. Faced with those problems, the state dismissed the case., Bastrop County, 423rd District Court, Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information, Case Dismissed
- Police responded to a domestic argument at a residence after a 911 call came in. The report claimed our client grabbed a phone to stop a call for help, leading to a charge for interference with an emergency call. We obtained the 911 audio and body camera video and compared them to the complainant’s statements. The recording suggested the call was accidental, and her accounts shifted between threatening to call and actually dialing, undermining any knowing attempt to block assistance. We pressed those defects with the prosecutor, and the interference charge was dismissed., Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, Interference with an Emergency Call, Case Dismissed
- The client was flagged on a felony theft warrant while meeting with out of state authorities. Our team stepped in immediately, coordinated with officers, and pushed for a waiver to avoid unnecessary jail intake given serious medical needs. From day one the client maintained they had never been to the location tied to the accusation. We pressed the state for proof linking the client to the alleged property loss and challenged identification and venue. After sustained pressure and negotiations, the prosecution dismissed the case., Bastrop County, 423rd District Court, Theft (Felony)
- Police responded to a 911 call after a domestic argument at a residence. Bodycam video captured the complainant saying she was pushed and that her phone was grabbed, while scene photos showed no visible injuries. We obtained the footage and reports, highlighted inconsistencies between the initial account and later statements, and pressed weaknesses in the state’s proof. With trial risk and the prosecutor’s position in mind, we negotiated deferred adjudication probation, keeping a conviction off the client’s record., Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, Assault - Family Violence, Deferred Probation
- After a single-vehicle crash, our client was arrested for a felony DWI with prior DWIs. The client had recently been ill, was taking prescribed sedatives and cold medicine, and recalled little after the collision. They reported refusing chemical testing and could not remember any blood draw. We scrutinized the reports and challenged the reliability of the field sobriety evaluations in light of the medical factors and memory gaps, pressing the state on proof. Using that leverage and the client’s willingness to seek treatment, we secured a term of probation., Travis County, DC403, DWI - Third Offense, Probation
- The client was in a parked car when officers approached after a store incident involving another person. They reported the odor of marijuana, searched the vehicle, found a small amount, and our client acknowledged it was theirs. We analyzed the police reports, challenged the expansion of a detention that began with someone else, and questioned the scope of the search. We also highlighted the client’s cooperation and minimal history. After negotiations, the state reduced the charge and agreed to a sentence of time served., Williamson County, County Court at Law #3, Possession of Marijuana, Reduction + Time Served
- After a collision, the client admitted to drinking and was arrested for DWI. Officers documented field sobriety tests and a breath test that read 0.08. We obtained the police reports and evidence and parsed each step of the stop and investigation. We emphasized the borderline reading and the absence of prior history. Through targeted negotiations, we persuaded the prosecutor to reduce the charge. The client accepted a reduction with deferred probation, avoiding a harsher outcome., Travis County, cc9, Charges Reduced
- The individual was arrested following an argument in a car after drinking. Allegations of dragging were made, but the individual insisted they were innocent. The client had a prior theft ticket., Unlawful restraint, Plea - PTD/PTI
- The individual was arrested following an argument in a car after drinking. Allegations of dragging were made, but the individual denied any wrongdoing. The client had a prior ticket for theft, Assault Family Violence misd., Plea - PTD/PTI
- The client was arrested after rear-ending another vehicle and initially failing to stop. The passenger in the other car sustained minor injuries. The client had consumed alcohol earlier in the day, had not eaten, and was on medication that affected digestion., Failure to stop and render aid, Dismissed
- The client was arrested after a domestic altercation involving a physical confrontation with a cohabitant and the cohabitant's father. Both parties were intoxicated, Assault FV - Class C, Plea - Deferred Probation
- The client was arrested after police found them sleeping in a car after lunch at a restaurant chain. The client admitted to drinking wine with lunch and said the restaurant manager was notified that the client was planning to take a nap in his vehicle. No rideshares were available., Public Intox, Plea - Deferred Probation
- The client was stopped while driving a vehicle borrowed from a housemate, which officers later learned was stolen. Prosecutors folded the client into an organized crime case tied to a larger auto theft ring. We combed through the entire file and confirmed the only items pointing at our client were that one drive, ordinary phone contact with the housemate, and a misattributed social media photo. Records in the car, including identification, title, and VIN details, traced back to others. We confronted the state with these gaps and prepared to set the case for trial. The prosecution dismissed the charge., Travis County, 460th District Court, Engaging in Organized Crime, Case Dismissed
- Police responded to a call that someone parked and stumbled into a bar. Officers found our client inside and noted intoxication. The caller was never identified or produced, and the state relied on vague statements from staff. We zeroed in on the timeline, arguing they could not prove when any driving occurred as opposed to drinking after arrival. We pressed the missing witness issue and made clear we were prepared to challenge the evidence. Confronted with these proof problems, the prosecution dismissed the case., Travis County, CC3, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
- Police alleged the client and another person carried out an armed robbery at a residence, using force and taking cash and contraband. The complainant said they knew the client and identified him as a suspect. We scrutinized that identification, compared statements for inconsistencies, and pressed the gaps in the evidence. We also presented mitigation, including no prior record and steps toward treatment and housing. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to deferred probation, avoiding prison and a final conviction., Travis County, 167TH DISTRICT COURT, Aggravated Robbery, Deferred Probation
- After a traffic stop for expired registration, an officer with a K-9 conducted a sniff that led to a search. Police reported finding a small bag, a pipe, and several grams of meth. Our client explained the items were left by another person earlier. We dug into the justification for the stop, the timing and reliability of the canine alert, and the lab weight, which appeared to include packaging and paraphernalia. We pressed these issues with the prosecutor. The state ultimately reduced the case to a lesser charge., Williamson County, 277th Judicial District Court, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Charges Reduced
- After a traffic stop for an unsafe left turn across lanes, the client told officers they had consumed alcohol hours earlier. Field sobriety tests followed, but there was no breath or blood test. We dissected the stop and the testing, emphasized the lack of chemical proof, and negotiated a path focused on rehabilitation. The client entered a pretrial program with an ignition interlock, and we monitored progress while repeatedly requesting early termination. Once a clean period was documented, the state dismissed the case., Travis County, CC9, DWI - First Offense
- Prosecutors alleged our client was the second person in a car from which a fatal shooting occurred outside a nightlife venue. Their theory leaned heavily on the co-defendant's out-of-court statements and selective phone data. We obtained discovery, rebuilt the timeline from text messages and call logs, and exposed contradictions that undercut the claim our client was present. We also challenged the state's late expert disclosure and the qualifications for any cell-site mapping. As trial neared, key witnesses could not be produced and the evidentiary problems mounted. The state dismissed the case., Bell County, 478th Judicial District Court, Murder, Case Dismissed
- After a late-night stop for alleged swerving, officers conducted roadside tests and made an arrest. At the station, a breath sample was taken well after the arrest and reported around 0.20. We scrutinized the basis for the stop, how the field tests were given, and the gap in time before the breath test. We presented those weaknesses to the prosecution and addressed the interlock already in place as a release condition. The case was resolved with straight probation rather than additional jail time., Bell County, CC2, DWI (BAC Over .15), Probation
- During a traffic stop for a minor registration issue, officers said they smelled marijuana and removed the occupants. They asked to search our client's backpack, he declined, yet the bag was accessed after a brief detention and a handgun was found. We pulled the reports and recordings, underscored the lack of consent, and challenged the extension of the stop and the search of a closed container. We supplemented our negotiations with proof of employment and completion of safety courses. Confronted with these problems, the prosecution dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, Case Dismissed
- The client was stopped for failing to signal a lane change. After admitting to a few drinks, they were given field sobriety tests and officers obtained a warrant for a blood draw. We secured the videos, the warrant affidavit, and the lab paperwork, then pressed the state on whether the observations and test performance actually established probable cause. We challenged the reliability of the FSTs and the sufficiency of the warrant. The prosecution dismissed the case., Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
- After a minor vehicle incident, officers found a handgun in a car our client had borrowed and filed an unlawful carrying charge. We pulled the reports and discovery, mapped the location of the firearm, and tracked ownership of both the car and the gun. The evidence showed the property belonged to someone else and the state could not prove our client knew the weapon was there. We pressed those gaps with the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to litigate possession and knowledge. The UCW case was dismissed, Travis County, County Court at Law #5, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, Case Dismissed
- After a late-night collision with another vehicle, our client was arrested on suspicion of DWI. No injuries were reported, and the paperwork suggested a refusal based on an insufficient breath sample. We dug into the crash report and discovery, examined whether field sobriety procedures were properly conducted, and evaluated the breath test instructions. We highlighted inconsistencies and missing details in the reports during negotiations. The case resolved with a straight probation term, avoiding jail time and allowing the client to move forward., Travis County, County Court at Law, #8, DWI - First Offense, Probation
- Police responded to a domestic dispute after an argument at a residence, arresting our client based mainly on the complainant's initial statement. The client denied any assault and identified a family member who witnessed what happened. We secured that witness account and presented a non-prosecution affidavit the complainant later signed. Citing conflicting narratives and proof issues, we challenged the state's ability to prove the allegation at trial. The case was reduced to a lesser charge with credit for time served, closing the matter., Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, Assault - Family Violence, Reduction + Time Served
- While visiting the area, the client was turned away at a bar after a pat down revealed a concealed handgun and, moments later, was detained near a second venue and arrested for carrying in a prohibited place. We scrutinized the arrest and raised concerns that officers moved straight to detention without a clear warning or opportunity to secure the firearm. The client completed a firearm safety course and agreed to forfeit the seized weapon. We presented those mitigations with our analysis to the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case., Travis County, 450th District Court, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon in a Prohibited Place, Case Dismissed
- Officers contacted our client while parked with the engine on after a night of drinking, and he admitted having a few beers earlier that morning. He completed field sobriety tests and consented to a breath test well above the limit. We scrutinized the encounter in a parked vehicle, raised issues about operation and timing of consumption, and pressed the state on the reliability of the tests. We also documented months of ignition interlock use already in place. The case resolved with deferred adjudication probation and credit toward the interlock, avoiding a conviction., Travis County, County Court at Law #5, DWI - Second Offense, Deferred Probation
- A traffic stop for an abrupt lane change led to a DWI arrest. The officer noted the odor of alcohol, and the client acknowledged having one or two drinks. Field sobriety tests were given, the roadside breath device repeatedly failed to register, and a hospital blood draw followed after a panic episode. We obtained the dash and body camera footage, scrutinized the basis for the stop, the test instructions and conditions, and the reliability of the blood collection. Faced with these issues, the prosecution dismissed the case., Bastrop County, 21st District Court, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
- While on deferred adjudication, our client faced a felony motion to revoke after probation alleged a new law violation and alcohol use, both barred by the conditions. We obtained the probation file and records from the incident, showing the new allegation was disputed and that there was no reliable proof of a willful breach. We compiled those issues, pressed the State on the evidentiary gaps, and made clear we were ready to litigate. The prosecution withdrew the motion, and the court dismissed the case., Williamson County, None, Felony Motion to Revoke Probation, Case Dismissed
- After a traffic stop for an abrupt lane change, the officer reported smelling marijuana and questioned the driver. The individual acknowledged there was marijuana in the car, and a search uncovered a small amount wedged between the seat and center console. We focused on the justification for the stop, the voluntariness of the statements, and the scope of the search, and we scrutinized how the substance was documented and tied to possession. We presented these issues in negotiations with the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case., Bastrop County, 21st District Court, Possession of Marijuana, Case Dismissed
- During a traffic stop for a minor vehicle issue, officers asked the occupants to exit and moved toward a search. The client panicked and ran a short distance before being detained, leading to an evading on foot charge that prosecutors said was captured on video. We reviewed the stop and arrest procedures and assessed the proof as strong, so we focused on mitigation. Our team had the client complete a drug awareness course and a gun safety class, gather character letters, and provide proof of steady work and recent graduation. We presented this package and pressed negotiations. The case resolved with deferred probation, avoiding a conviction., Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Evading Arrest or Detention on Foot, Deferred Probation
- After a traffic stop for a sudden lane change, officers questioned our client and searched the vehicle, locating a nearly empty THC vape in the center console. We obtained the dash and body camera footage, the police report, and the lab paperwork. Our team attacked the basis for the stop, the leap from an odor of marijuana to a felony concentrate case, and the sufficiency of the lab proof on content and weight. We laid out these problems for the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to litigate. The state dismissed the case, Bastrop County, 21st District Court, Possession of THC (State Jail Felony), Case Dismissed
- After an argument in a vehicle following a night out, the client struck a car window, cutting his hand. The complainant called for medical help, officers arrived, and an arrest for family violence followed even though she reported no injuries. We obtained EMS and police records confirming the injuries were self-inflicted and that the complainant did not describe bodily injury. We also documented her lack of interest in prosecuting and the client's voluntary enrollment in counseling. We pressed the DA on the absence of an essential element and credibility issues. The state dismissed the case, Travis County, County Court at Law #4, Assault - Family Violence, Case Dismissed
- A domestic argument after drinking brought police to a residence. Both were detained, but our client alone was held after an offense report claimed hitting and pain. We pushed for body camera footage and 911 audio and obtained a later account from the complainant that disputed key parts of the report and clarified the sequence of events. We compiled those discrepancies and challenged the identification of a primary aggressor and proof of bodily injury. Faced with those evidentiary problems, the prosecution dismissed the case., Travis County, County Court at Law #4, Assault - Family Violence, Case Dismissed
- After an argument at a residence, police arrested our client for unlawful restraint despite no allegation of physical contact. The complainant, who had been drinking, told officers they did not want to pursue charges, yet the arrest proceeded on conflicting accounts. We investigated, emphasizing there was no evidence the complainant was prevented from leaving and documenting inconsistencies in the statements. We also documented the client's voluntary counseling and provided proof to the prosecution. Faced with credibility problems and mitigation, the State dismissed the case., Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Unlawful Restraint, Case Dismissed
- Police alleged the client stole a piece of heavy equipment valued in the felony range. The machine had been brought to a private property by a contractor, then removed while the client was away, and it was never found in the client’s possession. We obtained discovery, reconstructed the timeline, and emphasized the absence of possession evidence along with assumptions about how the equipment left the property. We kept steady pressure on the prosecution using those weaknesses. The case was resolved with deferred probation., Bastrop County, 21st District Court, Theft of Property (State Jail Felony), Deferred Probation
- Police alleged the client stole a piece of heavy equipment valued in the felony range. The machine had been brought to a private property by a contractor, then removed while the client was away, and it was never found in the client’s possession. We obtained discovery, reconstructed the timeline, and emphasized the absence of possession evidence along with assumptions about how the equipment left the property. We kept steady pressure on the prosecution using those weaknesses. The case was resolved with deferred probation.,
- The client received a citation for Class C assault by contact. We pulled the police paperwork, scrutinized the allegations, and challenged whether the state could prove intentional, offensive contact as required. We coordinated court settings, appeared on the client's behalf, and made clear we were prepared to litigate. After discussions with the prosecutor and presentation of our concerns, the state dismissed the charge in municipal court., Bastrop County, Bastrop Municipal Court, Assault by Contact (Class C), Case Dismissed
- After a stop for speeding, the client admitted to drinking and was arrested for DWI. Due to significant leg injuries and the use of crutches, only the HGN eye test was attempted. There was no breath test and no blood draw. We gathered documentation of the injuries and scrutinized the officer’s report, emphasizing the lack of standardized field tests and any chemical evidence. We challenged whether those limited observations could meet the burden of proof. The prosecution dismissed the case., Bell County, CC3, DWI - First Offense
- Police arrested our client after a heated argument in a vehicle following a night of drinking, relying on the complainant's initial claim that the client dragged her. We moved quickly to gather the pair's later communications, including her apology and statement that she did not wish to proceed, and contrasted them with the original account. We organized those inconsistencies, outlined the evidentiary problems, and made clear we were ready to litigate. The prosecutor dismissed the case., Williamson County, CC5, Assault - Family Violence, Case Dismissed
- The client was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane and arrested after roadside tests. At the station, a breath test read about 0.25, which initially enhanced the case to Class A. We obtained and reviewed the video and police report, scrutinizing the basis for the stop and how the tests were conducted. We used those issues to push back on the enhancement. The state agreed to reduce it to Class B, and we negotiated deferred probation to keep a conviction off the record, Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, Reduction + Time Served, DWI - First Offense
- An officer made contact with our client at a roadside scene and noted an odor of alcohol. The client acknowledged having a few drinks earlier, and field sobriety tests were conducted, but there was no breath or blood test. The encounter did not arise from a traffic stop, so the case hinged on video and the officer's observations. We obtained and reviewed the footage and emphasized the limits of coordination tests without scientific corroboration. Using that leverage, we secured a reduction to a lesser offense, and the court accepted a sentence of time served so the client avoided further jail., Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, DWI - First Offense, Reduction + Time Served
- Following a breakup, a domestic dispute at a residence resulted in our client being charged. The allegation grew out of ongoing conflict over returning personal property. We moved quickly to collect text messages showing the client repeatedly asked for the property to be picked up, not withheld or used as leverage. We also secured statements from third parties who had witnessed prior interactions and contradicted key parts of the account. After we presented those materials and pressed the credibility issues, the prosecutor dismissed the case., Travis County, CC4, Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor), Case Dismissed
- Following a breakup, a domestic dispute at a residence resulted in our client being charged. The allegation grew out of ongoing conflict over returning personal property. We moved quickly to collect text messages showing the client repeatedly asked for the property to be picked up, not withheld or used as leverage. We also secured statements from third parties who had witnessed prior interactions and contradicted key parts of the account. After we presented those materials and pressed the credibility issues, the prosecutor dismissed the case., Travis County, CC4, Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor), Case Dismissed
- A traffic stop for a license plate light led officers to question both occupants and claim the odor of marijuana. Our client, a passenger, acknowledged a small amount and a pipe, and was cited after a vehicle search turned up additional items. We obtained the evidence, scrutinized the basis for the stop and search, and engaged the prosecutor early. At our direction, the client promptly completed a drug education course. We presented the certificate along with our legal concerns, and the prosecution dismissed the case, Williamson County, Round Rock Municipal Court, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Case Dismissed
- Officers contacted our client while the vehicle was stationary and arrested for DWI after roadside tests. The client declined a breath test, and a blood warrant was obtained. We focused on whether the state could prove actual operation of the vehicle, scrutinized the administration of the field sobriety tests, and examined the timing and handling of the blood draw. We compiled these weaknesses and negotiated directly with the prosecutor. The charge was reduced and the client received credit for time served., Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, Reduction + Time Served
- After an arrest alleging a BAC over .15, we obtained the police reports, video, and lab documentation behind the number. We scrutinized the testing records for calibration, handling, and timing issues, and compared them against the officer's narrative. The materials revealed reliability concerns and inconsistencies the state would have to overcome at trial. Using that leverage in negotiations, we convinced the prosecution to reduce the charge, and the client received deferred probation instead of a harsher conviction., Travis County, County Court at Law #7, DWI (BAC Over .15), Charges Reduced
- Police accused our client of damaging a car after a heated exchange at a business, and a criminal mischief case was filed. We obtained the police report and available evidence, scrutinized the alleged damage and the client’s intent, and raised significant questions about the proof. We also put the incident in context and emphasized the client’s clean history. With those issues on the table and our readiness to litigate, the prosecution dismissed the case., Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, Criminal Mischief, Case Dismissed
- Officers were called to a bar after staff told our client to leave. The officers told him to order a ride, which he did, and he waited on the sidewalk. Staff continued to confront him, and when he briefly stepped into the doorway to tell them he was leaving, police returned and arrested him for public intoxication. We obtained the reports and video, highlighting that he had already requested transportation and was not a danger to himself or others. After we challenged the sufficiency of the evidence, the prosecutor dismissed the case, Travis County, Downtown Austin Community Court, Public Intoxication, Case Dismissed
- After a single-vehicle crash, officers arrived and questioned our client, who acknowledged having a few drinks earlier. Field sobriety testing was limited to the walk-and-turn, then an arrest followed. Two breath samples were taken back to back, both around 0.11. We scrutinized the police reports and testing records, emphasizing the absence of the HGN test, the post-accident context for the roadside exercises, and the back-to-back timing of the breath samples. We pressed these issues in negotiations and secured deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the record., Bell County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - First Offense, Deferred Probation
- After a worried 911 call about possible pill ingestion, the client walked away from home and was contacted by first responders. Startled, he hopped a low fence, was tackled, restrained, and later booked for public intoxication when he refused hospital treatment. He was on blood thinners and sustained visible bruising. No field sobriety tests or chemical tests were performed, and the only reference to alcohol was a claimed odor. We compiled witness accounts and photos, emphasized the lack of proof of intoxication and the medical context, and negotiated a short term of deferred probation., Williamson County, Leander Municipal Court, Public Intoxication, Deferred Probation
- At a government office, security stopped the client from entering. When the guard grabbed the client's arm, the client reflexively turned and there was brief contact. Police later arrested the client for felony assault on a peace officer. We secured and analyzed the surveillance footage frame by frame, emphasizing that security initiated the physical contact and any touch by our client was a reaction, not an intentional strike. Leveraging those issues, we negotiated a reduction to a minor offense with a short, non-reporting deferred resolution and classes, keeping a felony off the record, Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, Assault on a Peace Officer (Felony), Charges Reduced
- At a government office, security stopped the client from entering. When the guard grabbed the client's arm, the client reflexively turned and there was brief contact. Police later arrested the client for felony assault on a peace officer. We secured and analyzed the surveillance footage frame by frame, emphasizing that security initiated the physical contact and any touch by our client was a reaction, not an intentional strike. Leveraging those issues, we negotiated a reduction to a minor offense with a short, non-reporting deferred resolution and classes, keeping a felony off the record, Williamson County, County Court at Law #5, Assault on a Peace Officer (Felony), Charges Reduced
- After a single-vehicle incident, officers found our client in a field. He admitted drinking, reported blacking out, and was transported to the hospital with significant injuries. No field sobriety tests were conducted, and he only believed he had consented to a blood draw. We highlighted his lengthy hospitalization and reported blackout condition, and questioned the reliability of the intoxication evidence and consent. With that leverage, we negotiated a straight probation outcome, sparing him additional jail time, Bell County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - First Offense, Probation
- After a single-vehicle incident, officers found our client in a field. He admitted drinking, reported blacking out, and was transported to the hospital with significant injuries. No field sobriety tests were conducted, and he only believed he had consented to a blood draw. We highlighted his lengthy hospitalization and reported blackout condition, and questioned the reliability of the intoxication evidence and consent. With that leverage, we negotiated a straight probation outcome, sparing him additional jail time, Bell County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - First Offense, Probation
- Patrol lights appeared behind the client, two vehicles pulled over, and it was unclear who the officer intended to stop. The officer alleged signs of intoxication and an open container, conducted field sobriety tests, and later obtained a blood warrant. The client is anemic and fainted during the draw, and also had a recent arm injury that could affect balance. We challenged the stop’s legitimacy and argued the medical issues undermined the tests. After we pressed these problems, the prosecution dismissed the case, Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - Second OffenseCase Dismissed
- After a domestic dispute at a residence, police arrested our client based on an allegation of bodily injury. The client reported that the other party struck first and that they acted in self defense. We entered the case quickly, collected supporting information, and made clear the evidence did not reliably establish who was the aggressor. We emphasized the disputed facts and our client's clean record while pressing the state to meet its burden. Facing a weakened case, the prosecutor dismissed the charge, Bell County, County Court at Law #3, Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor), Case Dismissed
- Police arrested our client after a neighbor reported that the client briefly stepped into an unlocked home to check on them. The client left immediately when told to go, yet an arrest followed for criminal trespass. We scrutinized the police paperwork and the complainant’s account and highlighted that there was no prior notice forbidding entry and no refusal to depart. We presented these deficiencies to the prosecutor and made clear we were prepared to litigate. The state dismissed the case, Bastrop County, None, Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor), Case Dismissed
- Our client was arrested after a neighbor reported that the client had entered an unlocked residence. The client explained they stepped in out of concern and immediately left when told to do so. We moved quickly to obtain the release paperwork and police records, scrutinized the report, and mapped the timeline against the legal elements of trespass. We emphasized the lack of evidence of remaining after notice and the context showing no criminal intent. After negotiations with the prosecutor, the case was dismissed., Bastrop County, None, Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor)
- Police arrested our client after a neighbor reported that the client briefly stepped into an unlocked home to check on them. The client left immediately when told to go, yet an arrest followed for criminal trespass. We scrutinized the police paperwork and the complainant’s account and highlighted that there was no prior notice forbidding entry and no refusal to depart. We presented these deficiencies to the prosecutor and made clear we were prepared to litigate. The state dismissed the case, Bastrop County, None, Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor), Case Dismissed
- After a breakup, campus police opened a harassment investigation based on claims of repeated contact. We got involved early, collected the full text history, and showed that contacts were limited and nonthreatening, one sent by a friend and another to a third party, with mutual messaging before a later no contact request. We flagged inconsistencies in the complainant's account about a bar incident, engaged the investigator, and advised strict no contact. The matter was closed with no charges and dismissed., Travis County, None, Harassment (Investigation), Case Dismissed
- After a breakup, campus police opened a harassment investigation based on claims of repeated contact. We got involved early, collected the full text history, and showed that contacts were limited and nonthreatening, one sent by a friend and another to a third party, with mutual messaging before a later no contact request. We flagged inconsistencies in the complainant's account about a bar incident, engaged the investigator, and advised strict no contact. The matter was closed with no charges and dismissed., Travis County, None, Harassment (Investigation), Case Dismissed
- The client was stopped after an officer claimed two vehicles were racing. Reports show one officer initially indicated it would be a citation, then a second officer arrived and directed arrests. We obtained the probable cause affidavit and compared the officers’ accounts, highlighting inconsistencies and the lack of concrete proof of a competitive race. We challenged the basis for the stop and the conclusion that racing occurred, and signaled readiness to litigate. The prosecution dismissed the case, Travis County, County Court at Law #3, Racing on Highway, Case Dismissed
- The client was accused of aggravated robbery after an incident reported to law enforcement. Our team obtained the discovery and carefully evaluated statements and reports. We challenged the sufficiency of the State's proof and questioned whether the evidence actually established the charged offense. Throughout negotiations we made clear we were ready to litigate those issues. The prosecution dismissed the case, Williamson County, 26th Judicial District Court, Aggravated Robbery, Case Dismissed
- After a traffic stop for alleged street racing, officers claimed an odor of marijuana and searched the car without consent, opening a locked container in the back seat. The search led to a state jail felony drug charge. Our team obtained the reports and affidavits, compared the officers' accounts, and challenged the probable cause for the warrantless search and the scope of opening a locked box. We also scrutinized the lab work and chain of custody. Confronted with the evidentiary problems we raised, the prosecution dismissed the case, Travis County, 427th District Court, Possession of a Controlled Substance (State Jail Felony), Case Dismissed
- After a property line dispute, the client received a ticket for criminal mischief, accused of cutting a neighbor's vines. We obtained the complainant's short video and matched it against our survey, boundary line photos, and CCTV clips. The footage showed the client trimming only overhanging growth on the client's side, not uprooting or crossing the line. There was no credible proof of damage or any substantial inconvenience. At trial, we walked the court through the evidence and the state's gaps. The court found the client not guilty, Travis County, Jonestown Municipal Court, Criminal Mischief, Not Guilty
- Police were dispatched to a drive-through after a caller reported a possible intoxicated driver. The client was not asleep, was waiting for food, and spoke with staff when officers arrived. He admitted to having drinks, completed field sobriety tests, and a blood sample was taken. We focused on whether officers had reasonable grounds to detain and investigate, and on gaps in how the tests and blood draw were conducted. After pressing those issues with the prosecution and preparing to litigate, the state dismissed the case, Williamson County, CC3, Case Dismissed
- The case began after a traffic collision. Officers initially indicated our client could leave, then a second officer escalated the stop and a vehicle search followed, turning up two pistols and a small rifle stored in the vehicle. We pulled the bodycam and reports, which showed conflicting assessments of sobriety and that the firearms were lawfully possessed. We challenged the basis for any search and the claim that carrying was unlawful only because of an accompanying intoxication allegation. Faced with those defects, the prosecution dismissed the charge., Williamson County, County Court at Law #3, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, Case Dismissed
- Police responded after the client veered off the road and struck a fixed object in a single-vehicle incident. With a prior DWI on the record, the stakes were high, but there was no breath or blood test and the case rested on roadside observations. We gathered the reports and video, documented the client's recent medical issues and fatigue, and challenged the reliability of the field investigation. Using those evidentiary weaknesses, we negotiated the charge down and secured time served., Travis County, County Court at Law, #3, DWI - Second Offense, Reduction + Time Served
- A personal loan between former partners fell apart, and when repayment stalled our client sent a series of messages seeking answers. Communications on both sides became heated, including threatening replies from a relative of the complainant. The client went to the residence and called police to report the situation, but was arrested on an already issued harassment warrant based on the messages. We compiled the text and call history and laid out the timeline to show the financial dispute and that the client sought police assistance. Citing no prior record and no allegation of physical contact, we negotiated a deferred probation resolution, Travis County, CC8, Harassment, Deferred Probation
- A personal loan between former partners fell apart, and when repayment stalled our client sent a series of messages seeking answers. Communications on both sides became heated, including threatening replies from a relative of the complainant. The client went to the residence and called police to report the situation, but was arrested on an already issued harassment warrant based on the messages. We compiled the text and call history and laid out the timeline to show the financial dispute and that the client sought police assistance. Citing no prior record and no allegation of physical contact, we negotiated a deferred probation resolution, Travis County, CC8, Harassment, Deferred Probation
- After a domestic dispute, the client was accused of multiple assaults over several days, including claims of strangulation and a later injury to the complainant’s chin. We pulled the reports, text threads between the parties, and injury photos, then built a clear timeline. The records showed delayed reporting and key inconsistencies, and there was little corroboration for the strangulation allegations beyond statements. We presented these weaknesses to the prosecutor and prepared to litigate. The case was resolved with deferred probation, avoiding a conviction and jail, Travis County, 390th District Court, Assault - Family Violence (Continuous), Deferred Probation
- After an emergency protective order was issued following a domestic dispute, our client was accused of violating it by making phone calls and sending texts to the complainant. We pulled the jail call recordings and messaging logs and compared them against the terms of the order. The communications were limited to child-related logistics and contained no threats or harassment. We organized this context and pressed the state on its ability to prove a knowing, prohibited contact. Faced with those proof problems, the prosecution dismissed the case, Travis County, 390th District Court, Violation of a Protective Order, Case Dismissed
- The case arose from an allegation that a private intimate video was recorded and then shared without consent. Early reports suggested the clip was broadly circulated. Our team secured the device data and message threads, which demonstrated a limited transmission and added crucial context. We compiled that evidence, presented mitigation, and pressed the prosecution on proof issues. The matter was resolved with deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the client’s record so long as all terms are completed, Travis County, 390th District Court, Deferred Probation
- After a domestic dispute at a residence, our client was accused of an aggravated sexual assault. The state relied on a short video clip and the complainant’s later statements. We obtained the surrounding messages, including conversations with a third party, which undercut the allegation and showed shifting explanations for not contacting police. We matched those with the recording and highlighted material inconsistencies. We also documented the client’s steady employment and cooperation. The prosecution dismissed the case, Travis County, 390th District Court, Aggravated Sexual Assault, Case Dismissed
- The client was accused of invasive visual recording after investigators recovered an intimate video and related messages during a domestic investigation. We obtained the digital evidence, reviewed the clip in full, and compared it to the reporting officer’s narrative. Context from the message thread and time stamps undermined key assumptions about how and when the recording was made. We presented those evidentiary problems to the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to litigate. The state dismissed the invasive visual recording charge, Travis County, 390th District Court, Invasive Visual Recording, Case Dismissed
- After a heated argument at home, officers returned and arrested our client for family violence based on a claim he struck a relative during a struggle over car keys. We collected statements from those present showing the contact occurred as relatives tried to keep him from leaving, not as an intentional assault. The complaining witness later clarified the events and signed an affidavit of nonprosecution, which we presented to the prosecutor. At the state's request, the client completed a brief evaluation and online class. With that context and conditions satisfied, the case was dismissed., Travis County, C-1-CR-25-209333, Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor), Case Dismissed
- Stopped for an expired registration, the client admitted to having drinks earlier and was asked to perform roadside sobriety tests while wearing heels. She consented to a vehicle search and later provided a breath sample. We scrutinized the officer’s instructions and the testing conditions, arguing the footwear and setup made the results unreliable. In parallel, we secured a pretrial diversion agreement that required classes, monitoring, and community service. The client completed the program, and the prosecution dismissed the case.Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
- Stopped for an expired registration, the client admitted to having drinks earlier and was asked to perform roadside sobriety tests while wearing heels. She consented to a vehicle search and later provided a breath sample. We scrutinized the officer’s instructions and the testing conditions, arguing the footwear and setup made the results unreliable. In parallel, we secured a pretrial diversion agreement that required classes, monitoring, and community service. The client completed the program, and the prosecution dismissed the case, Williamson County, County Court at Law #2, DWI - First Offense, Case Dismissed
Educational Background
- Baylor University of Law, JD., 2017-2018
- Johns Hopkins University, Biotechnology
- University of Maryland, University College, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Honors
- American Association of Attorney Advocates Top 10 Law Firm (2026)
- American Institute of Trial Lawyers Best Law Firm (2026)
- American Institute of Legal Advocates Top Law Firm (2026)
- American Institute 10 Best Law Firm (2026)
Selections
1 Year Rising Stars
- Rising Stars: 2026
