Atty. Stephen Gustitis
Why Am I a Criminal Defense Lawyer Defending People Accused of Breaking the Law? People arrested by the police come from all walks of life.
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Stephen Gustitis is an Attorney based in Bryan, Texas, practicing at Stephen Gustitis, Attorney PLLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, white collar, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990). Educated at University of Denver College of Law (J.D., 1990) and Susquehanna University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Bryan, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Why Am I a Criminal Defense Lawyer Defending People Accused of Breaking the Law?
- People arrested by the police come from all walks of life
- They are young and they are old
- They may be advantaged or disadvantaged
- As a criminal defense attorney I’ve helped teachers, doctors, students, police officers, soldiers, immigrants, professionals, and the average working man and woman, not just the hardened criminal
- I represent good people, people who really need my help – people who may have simply made a mistake
- Getting arrested is a complex problem and helping people navigate those frightening and dangerous waters has been rewarding to me
- I’m also good at it
- It’s the reason I have focused exclusively on being a criminal defense lawyer
- What Makes Me Uniquely Qualified to Defend You?
- I’ve concentrated on criminal law for over 28 years and I am a Board Certified expert in the field
- I’ve been tested by fire in every manner possible, trying the most complicated criminal cases imaginable
- For over 25 years I’ve represented more than 5000 clients since starting private practice in 1994
- My AVVO rating is 10 (Superb) and I was selected to the Texas Super Lawyers (Thomson-Reuters Service) in 2011, 2012, and 2018
- I have extensive trial experience and I’m a member of the National College of DUI Defense
- I also know how prosecutors think having worked for the district attorney early in my career
- Equally important is my appeal experience
- My unique combination of legal and scientific expertise gives me a special advantage when advising you on the best course of action when you’re confronted with criminal charges
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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 Bryan 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.
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