Atty. Charley A. Davidson
Charley Davidson leads the firm’s criminal defense practice, where he offers passionate, responsive counsel to guide clients facing state and federal charges in the areas of white collar and blue collar crime. Prior to joining Hanszen Laporte, he was a partner at a large international firm specializing in white collar defense, as well as a partner at a Houston-based criminal defense law firm.
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Charley A. Davidson is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Hanszen Laporte. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Charley Davidson leads the firm’s criminal defense practice, where he offers passionate, responsive counsel to guide clients facing state and federal charges in the areas of white collar and blue collar crime
- Prior to joining Hanszen Laporte, he was a partner at a large international firm specializing in white collar defense, as well as a partner at a Houston-based criminal defense law firm
- Charley also spent three years as an assistant U.S. attorney in the U.S
- Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas and seven years with the Office of District Attorney, Harris County
- He has acted as first-chair counsel in well over 100 jury trials in state and federal court
- While willing and adept when going to trial, as an experienced litigator, Charley recognizes that it is often better for clients to seek alternative methods of resolving conflicts
- He is a skilled negotiator who encourages clients to take advantage of mediation, arbitration, plea bargaining, and other forums for alternative dispute resolution, when appropriate
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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