Texas DWI Defense Attorney, Richard L. "Rick" Ellison
| Firm Name: | RICHARD L. ELLISON, P.C. |
| Address: | 327 Earl Garrett Street Suite 106 |
| Office #: | 1-800-DWI-LAWS (1-800-394-5297) |
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Kerrville, Texas DWI Defense Attorney Richard Ellison has 25 years experience in trial law in state and federal courts. He is Board certified in civil trial and personal injury trial law by Texas Board Legal Specialization. Attorney Ellison expanded his practice to focus on criminal defense and DWI / drunk driving defense since relocating to Kerrville from Houston, Texas.
Before becoming a Texas DWI defense lawyer, Mr. Ellison graduated from the University Of Texas School Of Law in 1980 and was licensed to practice law in Texas the same year. He lived in Houston, Texas until 2002 before moving to Kerrville.
While practicing law in Houston, Texas DUI defense attorney Richard "Rick" Ellison became "AV" rated by Martindale-Hubbell in 1990; Martindale-Hubbell is the preeminent publisher of data on lawyers. "AV" rating is based on questionnaires completed by lawyers and judges in counties where the attorney practices.
Texas DWI defense lawyer Richard Ellison keeps up to date on the DWI laws, penalties, police procedures, and scientific issues involved in DWI cases. He is an active member of the National College of DUI Defense Lawyers, the National Criminal Defense Lawyers Assoc., and Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Assoc., and regularly participates in their DWI programs.
While focusing on Texas DWI defense, Mr. Ellison has learned the particular nuances associated with defending those wrongly accused of DWI (driving while intoxicated) in Bandera, Edwards, Gillespie, Kerr, Kendall, Kimble, Llano, Mason and Real Counties in Texas.
A few words from Mr. Ellison:
"I am NOT defending the right to drive drunk. No sane person wants drunk drivers on the road. But I also know that the police and prosecutors are under tremendous pressure to make DWI arrests and get convictions, and sometimes they arrest and charge innocent citizens. The arresting officer has to make his decision in the field. Usually the officer resolves any doubt against the driver. The Constitution guarantees the right to trial by jury to every citizen accused of a crime, guarantees the presumption of innocence, and requires the government to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. My responsibility is to protect those individual rights guaranteed by the Texas and U.S. Constitutions."
Membership and Associations
- State Bar of Texas;
- American Bar Association;
- National College of DUI Defense (NCDD);
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association;
- National Criminal Defense Lawyers Association;
- Houston Bar Association;
- Kerrville Bar Association;
Why should you hire me?
"We succeed only as we identify in life, or in war, or in anything else, a single overriding objective, and make all other considerations bend to that one objective." - Dwight D. Eisenhower, speech, April 2, 1957
"I believe in the jury system, and I enjoy trying cases. I will put in the time and effort to fully understand your DWI / DUI case, both its strengths and weaknesses. I have proven courtroom skills, and I stay current on all aspects of DWI defense - the law, the science of breath and blood tests, and the "pseudo-science" the police rely on. I fight for each and every one of my DWI clients as if they were my only client."
If you were arrested for DWI in or around Bandera, Edwards, Kerr, Kendall, Kimble, Gillespie, Llano, Mason, and Real counties, please call toll FREE at 1.800.DWI.LAWS to discuss your options. The call and consultation are always FREE.
Texas Court Information and Locations
Texas DWI Defense Attorney Richard L. Ellison is admitted to practice in all Federal and State courts of Texas, United States Courts of Appeal for the Fifth Circuit.
Mr. Ellison most frequently practices law in the following counties: Bandera, Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Llano, Mason and Real. He typically sees clients in Kerrville, San Antonio, Houston but will travel where ever he is needed to be, depending on your DWI case.
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There are a variety of special problems that arise following a drunk driving, DUI, or DWI arrest. It may be necessary to use a bail bondsman to help a friend or loved one gain release from custody. Renting a car may be difficult (although we know of several companies that will do so), as is getting car insurance. There may be a requirement to attend special alcohol programs, or AA meetings.
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For a free consultation, contact Kerrville, Texas DWI Defense Attorney Richard Ellison by dialing 1.800.DWI.LAWS.