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Criminal Defense Overview

An Exceptional Criminal Defense Firm

The attorneys of Sorrels, Udashen, & Anton have a history of providing an effective, intelligent and aggressive defense to those targeted by law enforcement. The resources available within our firm enable us to handle the simple to the most complex types of criminal cases. Our comprehensive criminal defense practice includes all classifications of criminal offenses (Misdemeanors and Felonies), at all levels (State and Federal), at any stage (Trial, Appellate and Post-Conviction):

  • State trial: Our lawyers understand the courtroom and the players and are able to aggressively defend clients accused of crimes on the legal battlefield of the courtroom.
  • Federal trial: When the opposition is the federal government, you need a strong, experienced and serious criminal defense attorney/team to level the playing field. There is no Federal case too complex for our attorneys to handle.
  • State appeals: Our appellate lawyers give the wrongly convicted and sentenced a second change at justice.
  • Federal appeals: Few law firms accept federal appellate cases; fewer still can match our firm's success in handling federal criminal appeals.
  • Post conviction, writs of habeas corpus: Our defense lawyers' work has resulted in courts ordering new trials, sentences set aside, unjust convictions overturned and in some cases, our clients' acquittal on all charges.
  • Federal sentencing: Our attorneys understand the complex intersection of caselaw, sentencing guidelines and judicial discretion. Other lawyers frequently call on us for advice in this area of law.
  • Innocence claims: Our knowledgeable and dedicated attorneys have effectively pursued cases for many innocent people who were serving lengthy prison sentences ultimately leading to their exonerations.
  • White collar crimes: We regularly defend clients facing charges such as mail fraud, embezzlement, mortgage fraud, bank fraud, public corruption and conspiracy.
  • DWI/drunk driving: Our attorneys understand what is at stake for a person charged with DWI such as a damaged reputation, the possible loss of a driver's license and ultimately, the potential loss of liberty. We fight to minimize the negative consequences of a DWI arrest and prosecution.
  • Drug cases: We defend clients facing any state or federal drug charge, from possession of marijuana to trafficking cocaine to forging prescriptions.
  • Juvenile crimes: Don't put your child's future at risk. You can rely on our years of experience and record of success in resolving juvenile criminal cases.

To arrange a consultation with a respected law firm you can trust, please contact us by e-mail or call 214-468-8100. From offices in Dallas, we defend clients charged in state courts throughout Texas.

Significant Cases

Sorrels, Udashen & Anton attorneys have won not guilty verdicts from juries on a wide variety of cases including complex Federal fraud indictments, homicide and controlled substances offenses.

Sorrels, Udashen & Anton attorneys have also obtained the exoneration and release from prison of at least 9 wrongfully convicted persons.

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Appearances & Articles

Gary A. Udashen spoke at the Rusty Duncan Advanced Criminal Law Course on June 4, 2010, in San Antonio, on Protecting the Record.

Robert N. Udashen spoke at the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, DWI Defense Project, Dallas, Texas, on May 7, 2010, on Motions to Suppress and Error Preservation.

Barry Sorrels was a featured speaker at the 5th Annual Federal Criminal Practice Seminar, Dallas, Texas, on April 23, 2010, sponsored by the Federal Bar Association, Dallas Chapter, Federal Public Defender's Office for the Northern District of Texas, and the U. S. District Courts for the Northern District of Texas.

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Sorrels, Udashen, & Anton

2311 Cedar Springs Road, Suite 250
Dallas, Texas 75201

Office: 214-468-8100
Fax: 214-468-8104
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