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Aggressive
Criminal Defense

Serious criminal defense for serious charges and DWI. Immediate attention. Call now.
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  • Former prosecutor — now fighting for you
  • No associates — Andrew handles your case personally
  • Confidential Consultation
Andrew J. Salinas
Founder & Managing Partner · Former ADA Brooklyn
★★★★★ 4.9  ·  100+ Reviews
Andrew J. Salinas
"Straight forward, no nonsense legal representation.
I guarantee it."
— Andrew J. Salinas

Managing Partner & Founder of Salinas
Defense Law Firm, PLLC.

Meet Andrew J. Salinas,

Andrew Salinas is a two-time Texas Rising Star by Super Lawyers (2025–2026) and member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — recognitions reserved for the most accomplished attorneys in their field.

Before founding Salinas Defense, Andrew served as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn — giving him the inside perspective on prosecution that now gives his clients a decisive advantage in court.

He is bilingual in English and Spanish and is committed to providing every client — regardless of background — with aggressive, no-nonsense representation when it matters most.

Former ADA · Kings County, Brooklyn
Rising Star 2025–26 · Super Lawyers
J.D. · Washington & Lee University
Bilingual · English & Spanish
Top 40 Under 40 · National Trial Lawyers
Harris, Montgomery, Travis + more counties
How It Works

3 Steps to Your Defense

1

Call or message us

Reach out by phone or Contact us anytime. We respond immediately, 24/7.
2

Confidential consultation

Andrew reviews your case personally and tells you exactly where you stand and what your options are.
3

Aggressive defense starts immediately

We get to work fast — because in criminal cases, every hour matters.
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Atención inmediata. Defensa agresiva.

Entendemos tu situación. Nuestro equipo está disponible las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana para responder tus preguntas y defender tus derechos desde el primer momento.
Why salinas defense

Straight forward.
No Nonsense.

Aggressive defense starts immediately

We get to work fast — because in criminal cases, every hour matters.

No Baby Graduate Associates

Unlike big firms that bait-and-switch you with senior partners only to hand your case to a fresh graduate, I handle your defense personally from start to finish.

Efficiency Over Billable Hours

My only goal is to achieve the best possible outcome for you as quickly as possible — no unnecessary delays or keeping cases open longer than needed.

Merit-Based Representation

I focus on results, not "purchased" awards. You get straightforward, no-nonsense legal representation backed by real courtroom experience.

Accountability You Can Trust

I show up. You will never be left sitting in court wondering where your lawyer is or why your calls aren't being returned.

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Don't wait

Criminal cases move fast.

Early defense can make the difference. The longer you wait, the fewer options you have.

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Don’t Wait.

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We're available right now — 24/7, 365 days a year.
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