Atty. Marissa Giovenco

Atty. Marissa Giovenco

Marissa is an experienced criminal trial attorney with more than 14 years in the courtroom. She has handled serious felony cases from start to finish and brings substantial jury trial experience from both sides of the criminal justice system.

San Antonio San Antonio 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About Marissa Giovenco at a glance

Marissa Giovenco is an Attorney based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at Michael & Associates. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Texas (2011). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of North Texas (—). Serands clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marissa is an experienced criminal trial attorney with more than 14 years in the courtroom
  • She has handled serious felony cases from start to finish and brings substantial jury trial experience from both sides of the criminal justice system
  • Before transitioning to criminal defense, Marissa spent over a decade as a prosecutor, including roles in Bexar County and Potter County, where she handled both misdemeanor and felony cases and served as a lead trial attorney
  • Her background also includes work in the Bexar County Magistrate’s Office and federal disaster relief with the Small Business Administration, giving her a broad understanding of government systems and courtroom procedure
  • At Michael & Associates, Marissa focuses on criminal defense, using her prosecutorial experience to anticipate how cases are charged, structured, and tried
  • She prepares every case with a trial-ready strategy to secure dismissals, reductions, or favorable outcomes
  • In addition to her legal practice, Marissa has been a candidate for the 226th Criminal District Court in Bexar County, where she has emphasized her experience on both sides of the courtroom and her commitment to fair, balanced decision-making

Practice Areas Explained

Marissa Giovenco's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Sex Crimes

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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 San Antonio 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 Marissa Giovenco

Where is Marissa Giovenco's law office located?
Marissa Giovenco's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is Michael & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marissa Giovenco handle?
Marissa Giovenco focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Marissa Giovenco practiced law?
Marissa Giovenco has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Marissa Giovenco go to law school?
Marissa Giovenco earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (—).
How can I contact Marissa Giovenco for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 2011
University of North Texas
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2011

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