Federal Criminal Defense
Federal charges move fast. We defend you in federal court, from the first hearing on.
- Conspiracy and drug charges
- Illegal reentry
- Alien smuggling
Criminal defense and injury law · Dallas, Texas
When your family needs a defense, we answer. Day or night.
Former Dallas County prosecutor. Veteran of Afghanistan and Iraq. Defending Dallas families in state and federal court since 2014.
Answered in English or Spanish. Le atendemos en español.
Awards and recognition
- 2014 Founded in Dallas
- 4 Attorneys on our team
- 2 Languages: English and Spanish
- 2 Court systems: state and federal
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Arrested? Here's what to do right now.
A few calm steps can protect the person you love. Read them, then talk to us.
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Stay silent. Ask for a lawyer.
You have the right to remain silent. Do not talk about the case with police, other inmates or on jail phones. Those calls are recorded.
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Write down what you know.
Full name and date of birth. Where they were taken. The charge, if you know it. Any booking or case number.
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Call us or chat with us.
Tell us what happened. We explain the next steps in plain words, in English or Spanish. Our chat is open 24/7.
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Download DuePro
Alert your attorney and loved ones with one tap, share your location and record what happens.
This is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different.
How we can help
Criminal defense is the heart of our practice. We also stand with families after an accident and with property and estate matters.
State Criminal Defense
Arrested in Texas? We defend you in state court and work to protect your record.
- Drug possession
- Assault and family violence
- DWI
- ICE detainers
- Expunctions and non-disclosures
Juvenile Defense
When a child is charged, their future is at stake. We stand with your child and your family.
Ask about your casePersonal Injury
Hurt in an accident, or lost someone you love? We help you seek fair compensation.
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Wrongful death
Real Estate, Estate Planning and Probate
Protect your home, your property and your family's future.
- Real estate
- Estate planning
- Probate
Meet Eric Puente
Eric served his country in Afghanistan and Iraq. Then he served Dallas as a prosecutor in the Dallas County District Attorney's Office.
He knows how the other side builds a case. In 2014 he founded Puente Law Firm to stand on the side of families. Today the firm has four attorneys and a simple way of working: clear answers, in your language.
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Service
U.S. military veteran
Served in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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Prosecutor
Dallas County District Attorney's Office
Trial experience from the side of the prosecution.
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2014
Founded Puente Law Firm, PLLC
A Dallas firm that has grown to four attorneys.
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MABA Dallas
Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas
Co-founder and two-time president.
- Education
- B.S., B.A., University of North Texas
- J.D., Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- LL.M., University of Texas School of Law
Our attorneys
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Eric Puente
Founding attorney
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Eduardo Rendon
Attorney
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Bree West
Attorney
Hablamos español.
We speak Spanish. From the first call to the courtroom.
Todo su caso puede ser en español. Desde la primera llamada hasta la corte.
- Le contestamos en español, de día o de noche.
- Su consulta, en su idioma.
- Le explicamos cada documento con palabras claras.
- Le acompañamos en cada audiencia.
Questions families ask us
Short, general answers. For your case, talk to us.
How does bail work in Dallas County?
After an arrest, a judge or magistrate usually sets a bond amount. Paying it lets the person leave jail while the case continues. In some cases we can ask the court to lower the bond.
What is an ICE detainer?
It is a request from immigration (ICE) asking the jail to hold a person so ICE can take custody. It can change how bail and release work. Tell us right away if your family member has one.
Can I clear my criminal record?
Sometimes. Texas allows an expunction (erasing the record) or an order of non-disclosure (sealing it) in certain cases. It depends on the charge and how the case ended. We can review your record.
How much does a consultation cost?
Call and ask us. We tell you the cost of the consultation before you book it, and we explain our fees clearly before any work begins.
What should I bring to my first meeting?
Any papers you received: bond papers, court notices, police reports, letters from ICE or from an insurance company. Bring a photo ID and your questions. No papers? Come anyway.
Can my whole case be handled in Spanish?
Yes. You can talk with our team in Spanish from the first call, and we explain every step in your language.
Areas we serve
From our office in Oak Cliff, we represent families across North Texas.
Counties
- Dallas County
- Tarrant County
- Collin County
- Denton County
- Ellis County
- Johnson County
- Grayson County
Main cities
- Dallas
- Oak Cliff
- Irving
- Garland
- Grand Prairie
- Mesquite
- Richardson
- Plano
- Frisco
- Carrollton
- Lewisville
- Denton
- DeSoto
- Duncanville
- Cedar Hill
- Lancaster
- Arlington
- Fort Worth
Talk to us today
Tell us what happened. A member of our team will contact you, in English or Spanish.
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Phone(469) 310-7577
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Office601 Haines Avenue
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Office hoursMonday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PMChat assistant: 24/7