Atty. Gretchen Hackard
Mrs. Gretchen Hackard is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, immigration and naturalization and 12 other areas of law.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 25+ Years Experience
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About Gretchen Hackard at a Glance
Gretchen Hackard is an Of Counsel based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Choe Holen, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on citizenship, asylum, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Texas (2001). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 2000) and University of North Texas (B.B.A. Criminal, 1995). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gretchen Hackard
- Mrs. Gretchen Hackard is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, immigration and naturalization and 12 other areas of law
- Gretchen received a B.B.A. degree from University of North Texas in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Gretchen practices at Choe Holen, P.C. in Dallas, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Gretchen Hackard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gretchen Hackard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Citizenship & Naturalization in Dallas
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Asylum & Refugee in Dallas
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Criminal Defense in Dallas
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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Family Law in Dallas
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Dallas
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 Dallas 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 venue, 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Dallas Choose Gretchen Hackard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gretchen Hackard's practice in the field of citizenship, asylum, criminal defense, family law, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gretchen Hackard brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering citizenship, asylum, and criminal defense, Gretchen Hackard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Gretchen Hackard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gretchen Hackard Handles in Dallas
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