Spanish-Speaking Criminal Defense Lawyers in California & Texas

Arrested or charged with a crime and want a lawyer you can talk to in Spanish? The United Firm is a bilingual (Spanish and English) criminal defense firm with offices in California and Texas.

When you or someone in your family is facing charges, every word matters. Our team works in Spanish every day, so you understand the charges, the deadlines, the court dates and what we recommend before you decide anything.

Call (855) 636-0550Free consultation

Cases we handle

  • DUI and DWI
  • Domestic violence
  • Drug charges
  • Theft and robbery
  • Hit and run
  • Assault and aggravated assault
  • Fraud
  • Sexual assault charges
  • Prostitution-related charges
  • Arrest warrants
  • Post-conviction relief and expungements

Our offices

California (The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC) and Texas (The United Firm | Firma Defensora PC). Phone for all offices: (855) 636-0550.

  • Los Angeles, CA — 3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90010
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA — 9302 Pittsburgh Ave., Suite 130, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
  • Orange, CA — 1100 Town and Country Rd., Suite 500, Orange, CA 92868
  • Bakersfield, CA — 4900 California Ave., Tower B, 2nd Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93309
  • Fresno, CA — 8050 N. Palm Ave., Suite 110, Fresno, CA 93711
  • Houston, TX — 2500 Wilcrest Dr., Suite 110, Houston, TX 77042
  • Dallas, TX — 1420 W. Mockingbird Ln., Suite 800, Dallas, TX 75247
  • Austin, TX — 7600 Chevy Chase Dr., Bldg. 2, Suite 350, Austin, TX 78752

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have Spanish-speaking criminal defense lawyers?

Yes. The United Firm works with clients and their families in Spanish every day, and we also speak English. We explain the charges, the court dates and every document in Spanish.

Where do you defend criminal cases?

In California and Texas. Our California offices are in Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga, Orange, Bakersfield and Fresno. Our Texas offices are in Houston, Dallas and Austin.

What kinds of criminal cases do you handle?

DUI and DWI, domestic violence, drug charges, theft and robbery, hit and run, assault, fraud, sexual assault charges, prostitution-related charges, arrest warrants and post-conviction relief such as expungements.

My family member was just arrested. Can I call for them?

Yes. Family members often call for someone who has been arrested. Call (855) 636-0550 and we will explain the next steps in Spanish or English.

I’m not a U.S. citizen. Can a criminal case affect my immigration status?

It can. A conviction or even a plea can have immigration consequences. Our firm also handles immigration cases, so we look at both before you decide anything.

Is the consultation free?

Yes. Call (855) 636-0550 or use the contact form for a free, confidential consultation. Payment plans are available.

Call (855) 636-0550

For immigration help in Spanish, see our sister site La Liga Defensora.

Attorney advertising. Responsible attorney (California): Shawn F. Matian (California State Bar No. 244148), 3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90010. Responsible attorney (Texas): Alvaro Aguirre Jr. (State Bar of Texas No. 24101436), 1420 W. Mockingbird Ln., Suite 800, Dallas, TX 75247. This page is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different.