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Chris Denuna

Chris Denuna

Houston, TX

Charlotte School of Law
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Bar #24092338

About Chris

Chris is a criminal trial lawyer born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. He received a Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro while on a soccer scholarship as a Division I student-athlete. He then attended Charlotte School of Law in Charlotte, North Carolina, and was awarded his Juris Doctorate in 2014.

While attending Charlotte School of Law, he was named to the Dean’s List in 2013 and 2014, participated on the Charlotte School of Law Moot Court and Mock Trial teams, received the CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Trial Practice, graduated with honors from the selective Charlotte School of Law Advanced Criminal Advocacy Program, and accumulated over 340 hours of pro bono service.

He is a member of the National College of DUI Defense, DUI Defense Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, Houston Bar Association, and the Texas Young Lawyers Association.

Since 2018, Chris has been recognized as a rising star in the Texas legal community for his excellence in the courtroom, including but not limited to being named a Super Lawyers Texas Rising Star by Thomson Reuters and one of the Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trials Lawyers Association.

Chris has earned the American Chemical Society (ACS) Forensic Lawyer-Scientist Designation, as recognized by the Chemistry and the Law Division of the ACS, which is the highest form of scientific recognition available for lawyers. Chris has completed training in Forensic Chromatography: Theory & Practice, Forensic Analysis of Solid Drugs, and Forensic Principles of DUID by Axion Labs and the American Chemical Society.

Career History

Attorney

Joe LaBella & Associates, P.L.L.C.
Conroe, Texas
June 2018 – January 2025

Attorney

Trichter & LeGrand, PC
Houston, Texas Area
November 2014 – May 2018

Law Clerk

Trichter & Murphy, P.C.
Houston, Texas
May 2013 – November 2014

Law Clerk

Law Office of Charles L. Morgan, Jr.
Charlotte, North Carolina Area
May 2012 – August 2012

What Clients Say About Chris

"ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM! THERE SO PROFESSIONAL! THEY STAYED IN CONTACT WITH ME ALL THROUGH THE WAY! I Been dealing with so much anxiety, been afraid for the unknown, been pretty down about my situation & they truly HELPED ME OUT SO VERY MUCH! THEY MADE ME FEEL SECURE, SAFE, KNOWING THEY HAVE MY BACK & THAT IM NOT ALONE! "DON´T HESITATE HIRE THEM"!!!!!!!!!! EVERY PENNY IS WORTH IT!!!! My lawyer Chris Denuna is an angel sent from heaven!!! I could have not asked for a better attorney!!!💯💯💯 GODBLESS YOU GUYS🥹. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING! BLESSINGS TO EVERYONE!!!!🙏🏻🙌🏻💯❤️✝️🥹😄☺️🤗🫂"

Eve L.

April 2025

"Chris DeNuna and Rose are absolutely outstanding! From start to finish, they handled my case with professionalism, honesty, and genuine care. They took the time to explain every step, kept me informed, and always made me feel like a priority. Their expertise and attention to detail made a stressful situation so much easier. I couldn't have asked for better representation. I highly recommend Chris and Rose to anyone in need of reliable, compassionate, and skilled legal help!"

Jerry S.

November 2025

"Katylyn Knowles is the only criminal defense attorney I want on my side. She handled a very complex situation with an amazing outcome. She was communicative from the moment we were assigned to her, and throughout the process she was on it. She was determined, disciplined, and strategic. This is not the level of service I was expecting. Kudos to Michael and associates for recognizing incredible talent. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!"

Robert H.

August 2025

"Chris and Rose were frantic through the entire process! They sent me weekly updates until the dismissal and with their professional approach and experience gave me confidence through the entire process. Chris and Rose are the example of professionalism. I cannot express enough the gratitude I have for team at Michael and Associates."

Lonestar L.

December 2025

"Chris and his team were so helpful and reassuring during this process. As stressful as this process they were able to keep me calm and collected. Overall in the end was able to get my case dismissed in less than 3 months. Overall very thankful for this team!"

Jewels S.

April 2025

"Highly recommend hiring them for any legal trouble. Communication was very prompt and informative on what will happen through out the case. Got my case dismissed within a matter of months. Thanks again for all that you do."

Robert B.

November 2025

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