Edwardo R. Meza, Criminal Defense Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration
Managing PartneratThe Meza Law Firm, PLLC
Fort Worth, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Fort Worth since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Edwardo R. Meza is a managing partner based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration. Edwardo has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC.
- Based in
- Fort Worth, TX
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Family Law · Immigration
- Handles Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration matters from Fort Worth, TX.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Edwardo R. Meza: Edwardo R. Meza is a managing partner based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration. Edwardo has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Edwardo R. Meza
Edwardo concentrates on criminal defense, family law, immigration, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edwardo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Criminal Defense cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Edwardo takes criminal defense matters in Fort Worth, 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 Edwardo agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Edwardo takes family law matters in Fort Worth, 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 Edwardo agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Edwardo takes immigration matters in Fort Worth, 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 Edwardo agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Edwardo takes personal injury matters in Fort Worth, 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 Edwardo agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Edwardo R. Meza — Over 14 years of Texas criminal defense experience
Edwardo R. Meza is a managing partner based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration. Edwardo has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC.
Edwardo R. Meza is the founder and primary attorney at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC. A bilingual immigration and criminal lawyer, he has focused his practice on Immigration and Criminal Law since the firm’s inception. Mr. Meza has extensive experience representing immigrants and U.S. citizens who are arrested or charged with crimes, and his unique skills qualify him to advise noncitizen clients on the immediate steps needed to safeguard their status. He understands the complexities of federal immigration law and counsels clients at critical moments. Having handled hundreds of criminal and immigration matters, Mr. Meza has helped many families navigate the legal system; he is a zealous advocate and strong negotiator committed to keeping families together and achieving the best possible outcomes. A native and resident of Fort Worth, Texas, he is fluent in Spanish, attended private Catholic and public schools in the Fort Worth and Arlington area, and earned his J.D. from Texas Southern University School of Law. His mother and wife are immigrants from Mexico.
How Edwardo handles criminal defense matters
Edwardo R. Meza is the founder and primary attorney at The Meza Law Firm, PLLC. A bilingual immigration and criminal lawyer, he has focused his practice on Immigration and Criminal Law since the firm’s inception. Mr. Meza has extensive experience representing immigrants and U.S. citizens who are arrested or charged with crimes, and his unique skills qualify him to advise noncitizen clients on the…
Who Edwardo represents
Edwardo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, family law, and immigration matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Edwardo R. Meza's legal education and bar admissions
Thurgood Marshall School of Law J.D.
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University of Texas at Arlington B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Edwardo's state bar admissions
Texas
2012 · ACTIVE
Edwardo studied at — in Thurgood Marshall School of Law J.D. and — in University of Texas at Arlington B.A..
Law school and academic background
Edwardo completed — in Thurgood Marshall School of Law J.D. and — in University of Texas at Arlington B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edwardo runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Edwardo's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas Tarrant County Bar Association Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association American Bar Association St
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Thomas More Society Catholic Lawyer Association
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Locations
Edwardo R. Meza's office in Fort Worth
Edwardo's primary office is at 300 Burnett Street, Suite 145, Fort Worth, TX, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Meza Law Firm, PLLC
300 Burnett Street, Suite 145
Fort Worth, TX 76102
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How to hire Edwardo R. Meza — 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 Edwardo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edwardo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwardo'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; Edwardo will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Fort Worth, 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 Edwardo
Edwardo 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. Edwardo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edwardo'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 Edwardo R. Meza
How much does it cost to hire Edwardo for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edwardo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edwardo offer a free consultation?
Edwardo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwardo's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Edwardo'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. Edwardo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edwardo take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?
Edwardo 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 — Edwardo 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 Edwardo?
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. Edwardo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edwardo accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Edwardo'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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