Criminal charges in Texas carry serious consequences, including fines, jail time, and a permanent criminal record. You need a lawyer who knows the San Marcos judges, prosecutors, and local court system and uses those connections to fight for you.
When you hire Michael & Associates, you're getting:
An Experienced Legal Team on Your Side
At Michael & Associates, we proudly defend clients in San Marcos and throughout Hays County with aggressive, personalized legal representation. While we serve clients across Texas, each of our attorneys focuses on specific regions to build strong relationships with local judges, prosecutors, and court staff — connections that can make a real difference in your case.
In San Marcos, our lead attorney is Joseph Deeb. He has more than a decade of experience as a prosecutor in Travis County and Cedar Park, giving him unique insight into how the opposition will approach your case. He has handled a wide range of offenses — including DWI, assault, sexual assault, drug charges, and gun crimes — and has extensive courtroom experience.
However, when you hire Michael & Associates, you don’t just get one attorney — you get the total support of a statewide criminal defense team that includes certified DWI scientists, former judges, magistrates, police officers, and even an ex-FBI agent. Every case is personally reviewed by our founder, Ben Michael, ensuring you receive exceptional representation and support from start to finish.
Customized Defense Strategies
Every criminal case is different — and your defense should be, too. Our San Marcos, Texas, criminal defense lawyers develop tailored defense strategies based on the facts of your case and the unique challenges of Hays County courts. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor, felony, DWI, drug charge, or a serious allegation like assault, homicide, or sex crimes, we fight to protect your rights, your record, and your reputation.
A Free Consultation
We offer a free, confidential consultation with a senior attorney who will review your situation, explain your legal options, and map out a clear defense plan. There’s no pressure or obligation — just honest advice from a trusted San Marcos defense team.
Immediate Guidance and Full Support
From the moment you contact us, we take action. Our San Marcos team can assist with bond and jail release right away — even after hours and on weekends. Throughout your case, we keep you informed, supported, and prepared at every step so you’re never facing the system alone.
Proven Results in San Marcos
A criminal conviction can impact your freedom, your family, and your future. At Michael & Associates, our goal is always to get your charges dismissed or reduced whenever possible. And if your case goes to trial, we’re ready — you’ll never pay extra for trial representation.
You also get:
- Unmatched local insight: We know the key players in Hays County, including prosecutors, judges, and how local plea negotiations tend to unfold.
- Aggressive defense strategies: Our team thoroughly investigates every detail of your arrest — from police reports to bodycam footage — to build the strongest possible defense.
- Decades of experience: With over ten years of success defending clients across Texas, including right here in San Marcos, we bring proven results and courtroom experience to every case.
- Personalized attention: You’ll work directly with a senior trial attorney, not a junior associate. Every client receives hands-on, dedicated representation.
Our Criminal Defense Services in San Marcos
Our San Marcos criminal defense lawyers defend clients against a wide range of charges, including:
- DWI and DUI defense: We handle both first-time and repeat offenses, including license suspensions and cases involving issues with blood or breathalyzer testing.
- Drug crimes: From simple possession to distribution or trafficking, we fight to get drug charges reduced or dismissed.
- Felonies and misdemeanors: We defend against allegations such as assault, theft, burglary, and weapons charges.
- Probation violations: We act fast to protect your freedom and help you avoid jail time.
- Serious criminal charges: Whether you’re facing domestic violence, homicide, or aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, our team has the skill and courage to take your case to trial.
We scrutinize every piece of evidence — lab results, witness statements, and officer conduct — to uncover weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. We know how to challenge police procedures and forensic results.
Four Ways We Beat Charges in San Marcos
Every case is unique, but our proven approach includes:
- Reviewing evidence thoroughly to find weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.
- Challenging unconstitutional arrests, searches, or procedures.
- Fighting for dismissals, reduced charges, or favorable plea deals.
- Preparing for trial when necessary, ensuring the prosecution is fully challenged.
We know the San Marcos court system inside and out — and we use that knowledge to protect your future.
