Neal Davis

Neal Davis is a top-rated, expert criminal defense attorney located in Houston, Texas, who handles cases across the state and country. For over 20 years, he has defended clients in all types of matters, including arguing before the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals and appearing as counsel in the U.S. Supreme Court. His superior qualifications, client service, and record of success have consistently placed him among the top criminal defense lawyers in the United States. Neal has dedicated his career to defending people in difficult situations. He works hard to keep his practice client-focused. His clients come from all walks of life and personal situations, and face all kinds of charges. He provides the same level of service and attention to every case, from the simplest to the most complex. He handles cases from investigation through appeal, and often is able to resolve matters favorably before charges are filed or the case goes to trial. Many of his clients have been absolved of wrongdoing and able to return to their lives. Because of Neal's excellent reputation, fellow attorneys often refer clients to him, and he is frequently hired to substitute for counsel. Neal Davis is a native Houstonian. He graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas and spent a decade working with legendary criminal lawyer Dick DeGuerin. Neal is married and has two young children. When he isn't spending time with his family or defending his clients, Neal lectures on criminal law. He has published numerous legal articles, and is often called on by the media for expert commentary. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Neal Davis included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Best Lawyers in America, 2014 - Present AV Rated by Martingale Hubbell, 2013 - Present Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney (National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys) , 2013 - Present Top 100 Trial Lawyer (National Trial Lawyers Association) Texas Super Lawyer Top Lawyer (H Magazine) Perfect 10 on Avvo Other Sources of Feedback About Neal Davis Included on the 2026Texas Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list 2024 Texas Super Lawyers list 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list 2021 Texas Super Lawyers list 2020 Texas Super Lawyers list 2019 Texas Super Lawyers list 2018 Texas Super Lawyers list 2017 Texas Super Lawyers list 2016 Texas Super Lawyers list 2015 Texas Super Lawyers list 2014 Texas Super Lawyers list 2013 Texas Super Lawyers list 2012 Texas Super Lawyers list 2011 Texas Super Lawyers list

• Attorney, since May 1, 1999

• Hon. Raul Gonzales, Texas Supreme Court, Law Clerk, 1997
• DeGuerin & Dickson, Associate
• Languages
• Spanish
• English (Primary)

• Texas, 1999
• U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, 1999
• U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
• U.S. Supreme Court
• Specialties and Certifications
• Board Certified, Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 2009

• Houston Bar Association (Member)
• State Bar of Texas (Member)
• American Bar Association (Member)
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Member)
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Member)
• Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, 2004 - 2006 (Member, Board of Directors)
• Fraternities and Sororities
• Phi Beta Kappa