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Eduardo Cortes, Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatLaw Office of Eddie Cortes

Houston, TX

Practicing criminal defense in Houston since 2004.

22+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Eduardo Cortes is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Eduardo has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Eddie Cortes. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 22 years
Known for
Criminal Defense · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Eduardo Cortes: Eduardo Cortes is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Eduardo has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Eddie Cortes. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Eduardo takes on

Eduardo concentrates on criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eduardo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas

Eduardo takes criminal defense matters in Houston, 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 Eduardo agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Houston, Texas

Eduardo takes litigation matters in Houston, 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 Eduardo agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas

Eduardo takes personal injury matters in Houston, 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 Eduardo agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Eduardo Cortes — criminal defense lawyer in Houston

Eduardo Cortes is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Eduardo has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Eddie Cortes. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mr. Eduardo Cortes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, litigation and 1 other area of law. Eduardo received a B.A. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 22 years. Eduardo practices at Law Office of Eddie Cortes in Houston, TX.

Eduardo's approach to criminal defense cases

Mr. Eduardo Cortes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, litigation and 1 other area of law. Eduardo received a B.A. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 22 years. Eduardo practices at Law Office of Eddie Cortes in Houston, TX.

Who Eduardo represents

Eduardo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • South Texas College of Law

    J.D. · 2002

  • Southwest Texas State University

    B.A. Political · 1995

Jurisdictions

Eduardo's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    2004 · ACTIVE

Eduardo studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. Political in Southwest Texas State University.

Law school and academic background

Eduardo completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. Political in Southwest Texas State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eduardo runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Eduardo has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Eduardo's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Justia

    membership

Locations

Office locations for Eduardo Cortes in Houston, Texas

Eduardo's primary office is at Houston, TX, 77076. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Law Office of Eddie Cortes

Houston, TX 77076

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Eduardo Cortes — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Eduardo. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Houston.

5.0

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Eduardo Cortes — 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 Eduardo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Eduardo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eduardo'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; Eduardo will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Houston, 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 Eduardo

Eduardo 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. Eduardo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Eduardo'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 Eduardo Cortes

  • How much does it cost to hire Eduardo for a criminal defense case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eduardo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Eduardo offer a free consultation?

    Eduardo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eduardo's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Eduardo'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. Eduardo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Eduardo take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Eduardo 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 — Eduardo 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 Eduardo?

    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. Eduardo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Eduardo accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

    Eduardo's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Criminal Defense attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

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