Atty. Kevin D. Collins

Atty. Kevin D. Collins

Kevin D. Collins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental.

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Profile Summary

About Kevin D. Collins at a glance

Kevin D. Collins is a criminal defense, white collar, litigation, and environmental attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Bracewell LLP. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Kevin D. Collins is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental
  • Kevin D., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2019
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Kevin D. Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin D. Collins 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.

Kevin D. Collins is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →

White Collar Crimes

Kevin D. Collins is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Kevin D. Collins is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Kevin D. Collins is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Texas →

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 Austin 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 Kevin D. Collins

Where is Kevin D. Collins's law office located?
Kevin D. Collins's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Bracewell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kevin D. Collins handle?
Kevin D. Collins focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Kevin D. Collins go to law school?
Kevin D. Collins earned their education at (J.D., 2005).
How can I contact Kevin D. Collins for a consultation?
You can contact Kevin D. Collins 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.
What awards or recognition has Kevin D. Collins received?
Kevin D. Collins's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Austin).

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 2005

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Austin)
- 2023

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