Atty. Daniel Anchondo

Atty. Daniel Anchondo

With the father and son team of El Paso, Texas, lawyers Daniel Anchondo and Christopher Anchondo, you get two counselors for the price of one. Providing insight, advice and a unique perspective on one another's case load, the lawyers of Anchondo & Anchondo have each other's back, and yours too.

El Paso El Paso 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel Anchondo at a glance

Daniel Anchondo is a Member based in El Paso, Texas, practicing at Daniel Anchondo, Attorney at Law, P.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1973), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of Denver College of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Texas-El Paso (B.A., 1970). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in El Paso, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • With the father and son team of El Paso, Texas, lawyers Daniel Anchondo and Christopher Anchondo, you get two counselors for the price of one
  • Providing insight, advice and a unique perspective on one another's case load, the lawyers of Anchondo & Anchondo have each other's back, and yours too
  • Our family has been involved with every segment of this community for years
  • We grew up here, and we understand the specific challenges and opportunities we have in this border town
  • We provide courteous professionalism and empathy to our clients because they are not just our clients, they are our neighbors
  • In addition to our attorneys, our offices are rounded out by two legal secretaries, a receptionist and our own investigator
  • Professional Associations and Memberships - Dispute Committee, El Paso Bar Association - El Paso Mexican American Bar Association, Former President - Texas Mexican American Bar Association, Former Vice President - Mexican American Democrats of Texas, Co-Founder - Mexican American Democrats of El Paso, Co-Founder Past Employment Positions - El Paso County, Texas, County Attorney - Democratic Party of Texas , State Treasurer - 16th Congressional District, Committee Man

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Anchondo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Anchondo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

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 El Paso 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Anchondo

Where is Daniel Anchondo's law office located?
Daniel Anchondo's law practice is located in El Paso, Texas. The firm is Daniel Anchondo, Attorney at Law, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Anchondo handle?
Daniel Anchondo focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Daniel Anchondo practiced law?
Daniel Anchondo has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
What languages does Daniel Anchondo speak?
Daniel Anchondo provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Daniel Anchondo go to law school?
Daniel Anchondo earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Daniel Anchondo for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel Anchondo directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Denver College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of Texas-El Paso
- 1970

Languages

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982
Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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