Atty. Michael Gerard Pena

Atty. Michael Gerard Pena

Mr. Michael Gerard Pena is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense.

Houston Houston 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Michael Gerard Pena at a glance

Michael Gerard Pena is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Offices of Michael Pena & Associates. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di (1994). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1994) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1991). Active member of State Bar of Texas American Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association National College for DUI Defense. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Michael Gerard Pena is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Michael practices at Law Offices of Michael Pena & Associates in Houston, TX

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Michael Gerard Pena's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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

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Where is Michael Gerard Pena's law office located?
Michael Gerard Pena's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Law Offices of Michael Pena & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gerard Pena handle?
Michael Gerard Pena focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Gerard Pena practiced law?
Michael Gerard Pena has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Michael Gerard Pena go to law school?
Michael Gerard Pena earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1994
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di
Admitted: 1994

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