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Houston Criminal Defense Lawyer James (Jim) Sullivan is an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. 

For over 25 years, Jim Sullivan has successfully fought the government in Jury Trials on behalf of clients in criminal courts. He has a proven record of defending people from all walks of life, faiths and countries in courts throughout Texas.

Defending Your Freedom

Jim Sullivan chose to become a criminal lawyer.  It was not by accident.  Fighting the government and defending people come natural to him—he was born into a diverse, dynamic family of conservative Baptists and liberal social activists.  Unlike many colleagues who practice criminal law, Jim Sullivan has never prosecuted anyone and never will.  That is not him.  His entire career is devoted to defending people accused of crimes and delinquencies.

Proven Results

Jim Sullivan gets results.  Since 1994, Jim Sullivan has defended more than 3,000 people charged with every kind of criminal case, including murder, aggravated robbery, drug cases, sex offenses, domestic assault and DWI.

Philosophy

Jim Sullivan practices criminal law with a simple philosophy.  If a client says he is not guilty, and if the prosecutor will not dismiss the charge, then Jim Sullivan advises his client that they should fight the case at a jury trial.  Unlike many other attorneys, Jim Sullivan does not try to convince an innocent person to plead guilty.  Instead, Jim Sullivan fights for his clients’ freedom and reputation.

Affordable Legal Services

Jim Sullivan offers a full range of affordable legal services in his criminal defense law practice.  Unlike many other attorneys, Jim Sullivan charges separate fees on trial and non-trial cases.

Cares About His Clients

Jim Sullivan cares about his  clients and is concerned about their future.  He frequently counsels with clients at his office for hours at a time. He listens to their concerns, answers all of their questions and discusses legal strategies. He also explains how a criminal conviction could affect them and how to get on the right path for a successful life. Because Jim Sullivan understands that people need to honor work and family commitments, he offers evening, weekend and same day appointments along with free parking.

Reputation

Jim Sullivan has a good reputation in the legal community.  Jim Sullivan is humbled by fine lawyers who endorse him on AVVO. He is also very grateful for clients who write testimonials on his behalf. Most of his business comes from referrals from past clients and other lawyers, although it is not necessary to have a referral for him to defend you.  Anyone can call Jim Sullivan to represent them.

The law practice of Jim Sullivan is devoted solely to criminal defense.  Jim Sullivan has tried many cases in the Harris county criminal courthouse.

Contact Attorney Jim Sullivan

If you are under investigation or have been charged with a crime, call Houston criminal defense attorney Jim Sullivan to discuss your case.

Jim Sullivan generally tries to answer his own phone so that you can speak to an attorney directly. He wants to hear from you and to help you. Call him right now. Don’t go to court alone. To schedule an appointment or to discuss your case, call 281-546-6428.

Grand Jury Defense

If you are charged with a felony offense, Jim Sullivan may be able to get your case no billed (dismissed) by the grand jury, but you need to hire him before or soon after your first court setting.  If your felony case is dismissed by the grand jury, you have the immediate right to get your criminal record expunged.  Many of Jim Sullivan’s clients have been able to do this within a few months of being arrested.

Bilingual

Jim Sullivan is fluent in Spanish and English, having studied Journalism, Latin American and Asian Studies at Baylor University, a nationally ranked Christian school.  He graduated with honors in 1990. He then lived in Mexico City and traveled throughout Mexico prior to entering law school. In 1993, he graduated from South Texas College of Law. He and his wife Araceli have been married over 30 years and have two children. They worship at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. Jim Sullivan is also an Eagle Scout.