Rafael De La Garza II

Attorney Rafael De La Garza II is a board-certified criminal law specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He operates out of The De La Garza Law Firm, P.C., providing legal representation to individuals and corporate clients in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen and Collin counties, Texas. His practice covers all phases of federal and state legal proceedings, including post-conviction relief, and he boasts proficiency in a broad spectrum of areas such as:

·       White collar crime defense 

·       DWI or DUI offenses

·       Complex federal drug cases

·       Federal gang lawsuits

·       Death penalty instances

·       Criminal racketeering and enterprise conspiracy

·       Counterfeiting and copyright/trademark infringement

·       Money laundering

·       Embezzlement

·       Receiving stolen property

·       Robbery assaults

·       Sex crimes

·       Securities fraud violations

·       Mortgage fraud breaches

·       Tax fraud intrusions

With a deep commitment to criminal defense, Mr. De La Garza is known for his tenacious defense strategies and the practical negotiation skills he employs for his clients. His 29 years of legal experience sets him apart in the field. As an accomplished trial lawyer, he has overseen more than 500 federal cases, including 25 federal jury trials and 250 state jury trials. Furthermore, his background as a state prosecutor and an assistant U.S. attorney gives him a comprehensive understanding of criminal law. 

After obtaining his B.S. from Texas A&M University in 1986, Mr. De La Garza secured his J.D. from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1993. The following year, he was licensed to practice law in Texas. His exemplary legal career and achievements for his clients earned him the title of a distinguished Fellow from the Texas Bar Foundation in 2009. Presently, he maintains active memberships with prestigious legal bodies such as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Collin County Bar Association and the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.