Practice areas: DUI-DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Texas since: 2010
Education: Oklahoma City University School of Law
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Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC
1813 61st StreetSuite 101
Galveston, TX 77551 Visit website
As the managing attorney at Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC, based in Galveston, Texas, Jonathan Zendeh Del provides strategic legal representation to individuals facing complex criminal charges and personal injury matters. He focuses his practice on DWI and DUI defense, criminal defense and personal injury law, advocating for clients with diligence and a results-oriented approach.
Mr. Zendeh Del is committed to protecting the rights and interests of those navigating difficult legal challenges. He understands the significant impact that criminal allegations and serious injuries can have on individuals and their families, and he works closely with clients to develop tailored legal strategies. By maintaining open communication throughout the legal process, he strives to ensure clients understand their options and are equipped to make informed decisions regarding their cases.
Academically accomplished, Mr. Zendeh Del earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University in 2004 before pursuing his legal education at the Oklahoma City University School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctor in 2008. His educational background combines business knowledge with legal training, providing a strong foundation for addressing a broad range of legal issues.
Admitted to the Oklahoma Bar Association in 2009 and the State Bar of Texas in 2010, Mr. Zendeh Del is licensed to represent clients in both states. He is also admitted to practice law in the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas; and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit.
Additionally, Mr. Zendeh Del is authorized to appear before the Texas Courts of Appeals, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the Texas Supreme Court, the Oklahoma Courts of Appeal and the Oklahoma Supreme Court. Through his extensive admissions and years of legal experience, he remains dedicated to delivering effective advocacy and personalized representation for clients throughout Texas and beyond.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Expungement, False Accusations, Felony, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Overdrawn Bank Account, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Probation, Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Theft, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 50% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
- 30% Criminal Defense
- 20% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2009, Oklahoma
Professional Webpage: https://www.galvestonjustice.com/attorney-jonathan-zendeh-de...
Bar / Professional Activity
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Oklahoma Bar Foundation
- Oklahoma County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Oklahoma Bar Association
- Texas Bar Association
- United States District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma (Federal Court)
- United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma (Federal Court)
- United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas (Federal Court)
- Oklahoma Supreme Court
- Oklahoma Court of Appeals
- State Bar of Oklahoma
- Texas Supreme Court
- Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
- Texas Court of Appeals
- State Bar of Texas
- Served as Lifetime Sustaining Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, 2019
- Served as Lifetime Sustaining Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, 2022
- Served as Past-President of the Galveston County Bar Association, 2021
- Served as Lifetime Sustaining Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, 2021
- Served as President of the Galveston County Bar Association, 2020
- Served as Lifetime Sustaining Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, 2020
- Professor of Criminal Law - University of Houston, 2015
- Professor of Criminal Law - University of Houston, 2016
- Professor of Criminal Law - University of Houston, 2017
- Served as Lifetime Sustaining Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, 2018
- Served as Lifetime Sustaining Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, 2017
- Served as Nominating Chair for the Texas Bar Foundation, 2019
- Elected "President Elect" the Galveston County Bar Association, 2019
- Elected "President Elect" the Galveston County Bar Criminal Defense Bar Association, 2019
- Served as a director of the Texas Young Lawyers Association, 2019
- Served as a director of the Texas Young Lawyers Association, 2018
- Served on the board of directors of the Texas Young Lawyers Association, 2018
- Served as President of the Galveston County Young Lawyers Association, 2014
- Served on the board of directors of the Texas Young Lawyers Association, 2017
- Voted a Director of the Galveston County Bar Association, 2012
- Served as President-Elect of the Galveston County Young Lawyer's Association, 2013
- Jonathan Zendeh Del sits on the board of directors for the Texas Young Lawyers Association
- Served as Director of the Galveston County Bar Association, 2013
- Served as Director of the Galveston County Bar Association, 2014
- Voted the President of the Galveston County Young Lawyers Association, 2012
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- NOT GUILTY on DWI with .159 blood, bad accident, admissions to drinking and SFSTs., 2019
- NOT GUILTY on DWI with .143 breath and terrible police video, 2018
- Verdict for Plaintiff in personal injury car accident case, 2019
- NOT GUILTY on DWI with .198 blood, bad SFSTs, 2018
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Ad Litem Certification - Galveston County, 2019
- Standardized Field Sobriety Test Practitioner, 2018
Pro bono / Community Service
- Knights of Momus (Director of the Board)
- Houston Big Game Fishing Club
- Galveston Country Club (Stockholder)
- Galveston Little League (League Sponsor)
- University of Houston Professor of Criminal Law
- Galveston Artillery Club (Director of the Board)
- Trinity Episcopal Church
- Galveston Chamber of Commerce
Educational Background
- Baylor University - BBA in Management and Real Estate, 2004
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- I authored and presented a paper on authenticating social media and using social media as evidence in court., Author / Presenter, Social Media in the Legal Context, Galveston County Juvenile Defense CLE Cruise, 2012
- Jonathan Zendeh Del taught criminal law at the University of Houston, Professor, Professor of Criminal Law at University of Houston, 2015
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Professor of Criminal Law - University of Houston, 2016
- Professor of Criminal Law - University of Houston, 2015
- Professor of Criminal Law - University of Houston, 2017
Honors
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers., 2019
- Rated one of the 10 Best DWI Lawyers in Texas by American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
- Houstonia Magazine’s “Top Lawyers in Houston”
- H Texas Magazine – Top Lawyer
- Super Lawyers®
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top Rated Lawyers with a 10/10 client review rating., Top Rated Lawyer, AVVO, 2019
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top Rated Lawyers with a 10/10 client review rating., Top Rated Lawyer, AVVO, 2018
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top Rated Lawyers with a 10/10 client review rating., Top Rated Lawyer 10/10, AVVO, 2017
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, 2014
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers., 2018
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, 2017
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers., 2016
- Jonathan was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers., 2015
- Jonathan has also received from AVVO, a prominent Lawyer Rating Directory, the rating of SUPERB (10.0 out of 10.0) for his experience, industry recognition, and professional conduct as a lawyer., Superb Rating 10.0 / 10.0 Rating, AVVO, 2013
- Jonathan has achieved from Martindale-Hubbell the rating of "preeminent" and has a 100% Client Review Rating, Preeminent 5.0 / 5.0, Martindale-Hubblell, 2013
Industry Groups
- Criminal Defense
- DWI Defense
- Personal Injury
Office location for Jonathan Zendeh Del
1813 61st Street
Suite 101
Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: 409-740-1111
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2014, 2017 - 2019