Atty. Hunter Simmons
Notable Experience US v. Jose Trevino-Morales, et. al.
Collections & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 13+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Hunter Simmons at a Glance
Hunter Simmons is a Principal Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Simmons Law Firm. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (2013). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of Texas (B.A. Economics, 2007). Active member of Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association (TCDLA) Houston County Criminal Lawyers’ Association (HCCLA) Houston Bar Association Houston Young Lawyers’ Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Hunter Simmons
- Notable Experience US v
- Jose Trevino-Morales, et. al
- February 2013 – May 2013 Paralegal, preparing Mike Degeurin, Andres Sanchez and the Foreman, Degeurin & Degeurin trial team in the US v
- Jose Trevino-Morales, et. al. case
- This included organizing and presenting the government’s voluminous discovery to the defense attorneys in an effort to competently present the defense’s case to the jury
- With 5 co-defendants on the case, the discovery was extensive and timeliness was a large factor
- US v
- Robert Allen Stanford March 2011 – April 2012 As one of three paralegals that assisted four trial attorneys at the guilt-innocence phase of US v
- Stanford, Mr. Simmons has the privilege and honor of being one of two members of the trial team to present and prepare the client to take the stand in his defense
- In the months leading up to trial, the litigation team worked daily from sunrise to past midnight reviewing thousands of pages of discovery to adequately and competently represent Mr. Stanford
- In addition to attorneys and law students, the litigation team consisted of accountants, litigation experts and appellate attorneys
- Associations and Memberships • Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association (TCDLA) • Houston County Criminal Lawyers’ Association (HCCLA) • Houston Bar Association • Houston Young Lawyers’ Association
Practice Areas Explained
Hunter Simmons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hunter Simmons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Trusts in Houston
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Probate in Houston
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Personal Injury in Houston
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Houston
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 Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Hunter Simmons
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 Hunter Simmons's practice in the field of trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Hunter Simmons brings 13+ 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 trusts, probate, and personal injury, Hunter Simmons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Hunter Simmons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Hunter Simmons Handles in Houston
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