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If you have been arrested for a violent crime in , we strongly encourage you to secure the representation of Law Office of Patrick J. McLain, PLLC as soon as possible. We proudly and tenaciously represent and defend the rights of criminally accused individuals. Our defense lawyer has the in-depth knowledge, skill set, and resources necessary to combat your charges next. Do not sit back and wait for your charges to blow over. Take immediate action today to ensure your rights and freedoms are protected in the future.

We know you are facing a great deal of fear about your rights and legal options. You are wondering who you can trust and questioning who you should turn to for legal counsel. When you secure the representation of our attorney, you can be confident that you have made the right choice. We provide a powerful voice for the criminally accused. Regardless of the circumstances pertaining to your case, we are fully equipped to aggressively defend your constitutional rights. When you enlist our legal services, you can have peace of mind knowing your case is in capable and competent hands. Contact us immediately.
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  • Meet Attorney Patrick J. Mclain

    Former Federal Prosecutor Fighting for Your Freedom

    Our firm's founder, Patrick McLain, is a retired Marine Corps military judge, who has been involved in the practice of criminal and military law since 1990. His first jury trials were tried in the deserts of Saudi Arabia during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He ended his Government service as a federal prosecutor in Dallas, Texas, where he handled cases involving child exploitation, computer crimes, and general federal crimes.

    At the Law Office of Patrick J. McLain, PLLC, our attorney is dedicated to handling state criminal cases in Texas and federal crime cases in courts throughout the U.S. Additionally, Attorney McLain is proud to represent men and women of the armed forces, has a separate military law practice with offices across the country.

  • Meet Suzy Vanegas

    Associate Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney

    From a young age, Attorney Suzy Vanegas has had the desire to help others. As a zealous advocate committed to keeping innocent people free, her philosophy is to provide clients with excellent representation and to make sure all of their constitutional rights are preserved. As an immigrant from Nicaragua, she knows how it is to start from behind.

    Coming from a household that only spoke Spanish as the primary language, Suzy remembers the struggles she and her family had to endure on a daily basis. She was able to overcome these obstacles with perseverance and drive. Now, she uses that drive to fight for her clients and make sure they are warranted with a just result.

    Suzy obtained her J.D. from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in 2010 and her B.S. in Psychology in 2009 from the University of Oklahoma. She was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 2013.

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  • 20+ Years' Active Service in the Marine Corps

  • Former Federal Prosecutor in Your Corner

  • Former USMC Defense Attorney on Your Side

  • Retired Court Martial Trial Judge

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What Is A Violent Crime?

    Answer:

    A violent crime is committed when an individual injures or kills someone while carrying out a criminal act. If a deadly weapon was involved in the crime, your penalties will be more severe.

  • How Are Manslaughter & Murder Different?

    Answer:

    Murder occurs when an individual intentionally or knowingly kills someone. Manslaughter occurs when an individual kills someone as a result of reckless actions or inactions.

  • How Will The Prosecution Determine The Charges?

    Answer:

    Your prosecutor will pursue charges with enough evidence to back them up. This means the prosecution will seek out a legally sound case. If the case contains an inherent flaw, the prosecutor will likely not pursue the case. If there is enough evidence to pursue a case, the prosecution will pursue a conviction. If the case lacks evidence, charges will most likely be dropped or another charge will be taken into consideration.

  • Are Police Officers Required To Read Me My Rights?

    Answer:

    Law enforcement officers are not legally required to read your rights at the time of your arrest. The Miranda Warning is only required if the police officer plans to utilize your statement against you as incriminating evidence in a court of law.

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