Trey Porter An Interview with... Can you share your background and what motivated you to specialize in criminal law? I believe protecting the constitutional rights of a guilty person is what ultimately preserves the constitutional rights of the innocent. There is no area of the law with higher stakes than criminal defense. In Texas, you can go to jail for one year for a firstoffense misdemeanor. That’s crazy! But, that’s the law. I didn’t like bullies on the playground when I was a kid, and I don’t like bullies in the form of courtroom prosecutors today. I’ve always been motivated to protect my clients’ rights while working to give them the upper hand. My great-grandfather was born in 1900 in rural East Tennessee. He walked off his family farm as a teenager and eventually became a trial lawyer. He represented everyone from moonshiners to ministers, and he inspired me at an early age to take up the mantle of standing up for the citizen-accused. How long have you been practicing criminal law in Texas, and what has your journey been like? I’ve been practicing law for 12 years. Over the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of representing people all across the Lone Star state. From the crowded courtrooms in the big cities to the charming old courthouses that dot the vast expanse of Texas. I’ve stood up for everyone from professional athletes to high school coaches, veterans, oilfield workers, lifelong Texans, and those who were just passing through our big, beautiful state. Every case is different, but my goal is always to get my client the best result possible. To help. To counsel. To win. Prosecutors always have an out-sized advantage, and the presumption of innocence, unfortunately, is not always presumed. As a criminal defense lawyer, I stand up for my clients. Working to level the playing field, fiercely advocating, and really fighting for someone, knowing that my effort can make even the smallest difference in their life – for the rest of their whole life WWW.LAWYER-MONTHLY.COM 23 In this exclusive interview with Lawyer Monthly, we sit down with Trey Porter, founder of Trey Porter Law, to delve into his journey and motivations behind specializing in criminal defense. Trey shares how his deep-rooted passion for justice—fueled by a family legacy—drives his practice today. He discusses the intricacies of criminal law in Texas, including his expertise in expunctions and nondisclosure, offering insights into how individuals can successfully navigate the complexities of clearing their criminal records. Contact Trey Porter Founder, Trey Porter Law Tel: (855) 336-5366 www.dwilawyerstexas.com Exploring the Intricacies of Criminal Law in Texas
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