A threat to your freedom is no time to accept a second-rate criminal defense attorney. The State Bar of Texas and the National Board of Trial Advocacy have certified Terry W. Yates as a specialist in criminal law, able to provide the best legal defense possible in all state and federal criminal matters. Terry is a Texas lawyer whose philosophy is to put the client first. At the Yates Law Offices, we thoroughly discuss and evaluate each case before agreeing to criminal defense representation. We understand that the publicity, confusion, and complexities involved in criminal defense matters can be overwhelming, and we make it a point to ensure that our clients are knowledgeable of their rights regarding all aspects of their particular situation. The criminal defense attorneys at the Yates Law Offices analyze every client's situation individually, with the resources and costs needed to succeed assigned based on the complexity and requirements of the case. Terry encourages potential clients to discuss their matters with him, regardless of whether their ultimate decision is to hire him. This is only one of the characteristics that places Terry W. Yates at the forefront of Texas criminal defense attorneys.