$ 500-500 per hour
Dennis Kenton Powell
About Dennis
Biography
My law office provides aggressive, professional, affordable and confidential DWI and criminal defense all across the state of Texas. Dennis is a 1979 University of Texas Law School graduate. Top A/V attorney rating by Martindale-Hubbell and top 10 rating by AVVO. Please call for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Pro bono
25 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 46 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Dennis Kenton Powell
1906 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77008
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Dennis Kenton Powell's Reviews
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175 Client Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (136)
DUI & DWI (19)
Lawsuits & Disputes (14)
Violent Crime (13)
Drug Crime (12)
Gun Law (5)
Domestic Violence (3)
Juvenile (3)
Business (2)
Sex Crime (2)
Child Support (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Expungement (1)
Insurance (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Mediation (1)
Real Estate (1)
Securities & Investment Fraud (1)
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Posted by Michael | February 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
AMAZING DEFENSE ATTORNEY
I hired Dennis K Powell on a class A misdemeanor charge that would have certainly put me in jail, and possibly ended my career, given my past criminal history. He blew me away with his work ethic and charisma in the court room. He got my case dismissed! Great guy, AMAZING lawyer.
Posted by Tamiko | January 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Awesome Defense Attorney
When the fate of your future, or freedom is in jeopardy and threatened to be taken away for many years, you need a defense attorney on your side that will fight for you, to the very end! Attorney Powell will not settle for anything less, he is gifted and skilled and he will make sure your best inter...
Posted by amanda sin | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best criminal attorney
I hired him to represent my son on 3 aggravated robberies w/deadly weapon case. In which da offered 40yrs. We settled on probation. Absolutely, amazing!
Posted by Lee | December 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
review of Dennis Powell's work for me
Dennis worked on 2 civil cases for me and won. My wife to be had 4 felony charges, murder, tampering with evidence, harboring a fugitive, and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. The harboring charge alone is a statutory 2 to 20 years. He got the murder charge, the harboring charge, and the auto felo...
Posted by Shawn | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Good guy, great lawyer
Dennis is knowledgeable, persistent, and passionate about the overall outcome. Dennis is very clear with the options available, and has a thorough understanding of the system. He walked me through my process step by step & made my experience the best it could be.
Dennis Kenton Powell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great trial lawyer who works hard to get clients the best results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis is extremely knowledgeable and keeps the best interest of his clients in mind!"
"I recommend Dennis. Prepared. Tough on adversaries--results with honor. I have known this for over 20 years."
"I have seen firsthand Dennis' efforts lead to remarkable results for his clients. He is a very effective advocate and has a true concern for the citizens he represents."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Dennis is an outstanding trial lawyer who is dedicated to getting the best possible results for his clients. He is an extremely intelligent and gifted trial attorney."
"I recommend Dennis for anyone would is seeking assistance with family law issues. Dennis is professional, intelligent, and is a zealous advocate for his clients. His superior knowledge of the law and local practices in Harris County make him the clear choice.for anyone in need of counsel. He provided excellent representation for a mutual client of ours."
"Dennis is not only an excellent attorney but a great person as well. I have worked with him on criminal matters in the past and I happily endorse this lawyer."
"I thoroughly endorse this lawyer. From his compassion for his clients to his execution of creative (and winning!) ideas, Dennis Powell is my idea of a brilliant legal mind, always sensitive to the needs of his clients, attentive to detail. His extraordinary trial skills and persuasive abilities with numerous juries have really made Dennis an icon in the criminal courthouse. He is a fighter and then some."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable and very savvy when he handles his cases. He seeks the best results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis and I have worked several cases together. He is an outstanding mentor and a brilliant trial lawyer. His clients love him and I trust him to help me win cases!!"
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Highest Rating for Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Pro Bono Award, State Bar of Texas, State Bar of Texas
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Dennis Powell Law Office
1986 - 2011
Managing partner for law firm, Powell & Jackson
1979 - 1986
Associate Attorney, Childs, Fortenbach, Beck & Guyton
Associations
1979 - Present
American Bar Association
1979 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section
Education
1979
University of Texas School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Speaking Engagements
2016
Career Day
Law as a Career
2016
Career Day
Law as a Career
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers