Unparalleled State & Federal Criminal Defense
Serving clients in Texas and throughout the U.S.
Proven Results in Complex Commercial Litigation
Why SKJM Law?
HIGH-LEVEL ACCUSATIONS DEMAND TOP-TIER LEGAL COUNSEL AND HIGH STAKES LITIGATION.
SKJM is the most experienced and capable federal and state criminal defense firm in the Houston area. Our legal expertise is not limited by location. Our attorneys serve clients throughout Texas and across the country.
Our civil and business litigation practice is just as strong and can help you get the relief you need or defend civil claims against you.
Contact our law firm today to discuss your defense case with an experienced lawyer.
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Houston Criminal Defense And Civil Litigation Practice Overview
At SKJM, federal, state criminal representation and high stakes commercial cases is all we do. And, we do it exceptionally well. Our attorneys have more than 100 years of collective experience representing clients in Federal and State criminal cases inside and outside of the courtroom and successful civil litigation results in excess of $500 million.
We have successfully defended clients in Houston, where our legal offices are located, and jurisdictions across the United States. We also have a depth of experience in international criminal and civil matters.
We only take cases where we believe our expertise can make a difference. And when we take a case, we commit to do everything humanly possible to bring about a successful outcome for our client.
No federal or state criminal charge and no “hard” civil case is new to us. We have handled it all, including complex cases that have spanned the United States and around the globe.
If you are under investigation or facing criminal charges in the Houston area, or anywhere in the U.S., you need the most experienced and most capable criminal defense attorneys on your side. If you have a complex civil case, you need us too. We have a longtime track record of providing successful representation to people in all walks of life, and the most hard to win cases
WHY SKJM?
There is a reason that the majority of our clients are referrals. We have a reputation for excellence supported by a record of successful results.
Our attorneys have the experience and our practice has the resources to handle complex federal cases, and high-profile state cases.
We also have compassion and empathy. We care about our clients and we provide them with an individualized strategy, exceptional service, and vigorous representation to achieve the best outcomes in each and every case.
When someone is accused of a high-level crime or in a complex civil matter, they may find themselves alone, distanced by friends and even family members. We stand by our clients and walk with them through every step of their difficult journey, providing them with the representation they need to achieve the best result possible in their case.