Cynthia Dawn Kent, Criminal Defense Attorney in Fulshear, Texas
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Tax
CA Franchise Tax Board
Fulshear, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Fulshear since 1986.
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Cynthia Dawn Kent is a ca franchise tax board based in Fulshear, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Tax. Cynthia has over 40 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Fulshear, TX
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Personal Injury · Tax
- Handles Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Tax matters from Fulshear, TX.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cynthia Dawn Kent: Cynthia Dawn Kent is a ca franchise tax board based in Fulshear, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Tax. Cynthia has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cynthia takes on
Cynthia concentrates on criminal defense, personal injury, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cynthia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Personal Injury
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Tax
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Criminal Defense cases in Fulshear, Texas
Cynthia takes criminal defense matters in Fulshear, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cynthia agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Fulshear, Texas
Cynthia takes personal injury matters in Fulshear, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cynthia agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Fulshear, Texas
Cynthia takes tax matters in Fulshear, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cynthia agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cynthia Dawn Kent — criminal defense lawyer in Fulshear
Cynthia Dawn Kent is a ca franchise tax board based in Fulshear, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Tax. Cynthia has over 40 years of legal experience.
Cynthia Dawn Kent is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal defense law, taxation. Cynthia received a B.S. degree from California State University at Chico in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years. Cynthia practices in Fulshear, TX.
Cynthia's approach to criminal defense cases
Cynthia Dawn Kent is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal defense law, taxation. Cynthia received a B.S. degree from California State University at Chico in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years. Cynthia practices in Fulshear, TX.
The kind of cases Cynthia takes
Cynthia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, personal injury, and tax matters in Fulshear and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGeorge School of Law
J.D. · 1986
California State University at Chico
B.S. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Cynthia's state bar admissions
California
1986 · ACTIVE
Cynthia studied at J.D. in McGeorge School of Law and B.S. in California State University at Chico.
Law school and academic background
Cynthia completed J.D. in McGeorge School of Law and B.S. in California State University at Chico. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cynthia runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Cynthia Dawn Kent's office in Fulshear
Cynthia's primary office is at 5515 Briscoe Bend Ln, Fulshear, TX, 77441-1545. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Cynthia Dawn Kent — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cynthia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cynthia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cynthia's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cynthia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Fulshear, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cynthia
Cynthia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cynthia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cynthia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cynthia Dawn Kent
How much does it cost to hire Cynthia for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cynthia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cynthia offer a free consultation?
Cynthia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cynthia's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Cynthia's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Texas typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cynthia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cynthia take my case if I'm outside Fulshear?
Cynthia is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cynthia will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cynthia?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cynthia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cynthia accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Cynthia's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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