When your liberty is on the line, you need an attorney who treats your case like it is his own. Bret W. Schmidt has dedicated nearly three decades to defending the accused across Texas — from misdemeanors to felony charges and civil asset forfeiture.
Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney
Bret Schmidt has dedicated his career to defending the accused. He values the opportunity to get to know the people who come to him for help. He believes that the attorney-client relationship works best when it is based on honesty, mutual trust, and respect.
If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime, or if law enforcement officers have seized your assets because of suspected involvement in illegal activity, you need an experienced attorney who can help protect your rights.
Attorney Bret W. Schmidt has been in private practice since 1996 and has dedicated his practice to helping protect the rights of Texas residents. His personal approach to fostering honesty, mutual trust, and respect with his clients creates meaningful attorney-client relationships and sets him apart from the competition.
Read full biographyThe Law Office of Bret W. Schmidt handles only criminal defense matters in Texas. That focus means deeper experience and sharper strategy on every case.
Bret Schmidt has fought every type of state criminal charge in Texas. From a first arrest to high-stakes trial, you get an experienced advocate who treats your case like it is his own.
Texas felonies carry state prison time and a permanent record. Whether the charge is drug, violent, white-collar, or sex offense, the defense has to start the day you are arrested.
Even a Class C misdemeanor creates a public criminal record. We push for dismissal, deferred adjudication, or pretrial diversion before a guilty plea is ever on the table.
From a first DWI to felony charges with prior convictions, the right defense begins fast. You have only 15 days from arrest to save your license, and we file the ALR request the day we are retained.
Warrants do not expire. The longer they sit, the more they cost you. We resolve arrest, bench, and capias warrants without an unexpected arrest at home, work, or a routine traffic stop.
If law enforcement has seized your cash, vehicle, or property, you have a narrow window to fight back. Bret has the courtroom experience to challenge improper forfeitures across Texas.
Bret is an amazing attorney and a great person. He has helped me and my family in so many ways. Not only is he a great lawyer but he truly cares about the people he works with.
This guy is the BEST! He is so helpful, HONEST and dependable. Bret Schmidt is an outstanding attorney. The justice system is intimidating, but if you need help from an honest person and great lawyer, Bret is the best one out there.
If I could give Mr. Schmidt a 6 star review I would. He has been my attorney for years, and has always gone the extra mile in his representation. He has concern and empathy for his clients, unlike the majority of criminal lawyers.
Based in Dallas and serving clients throughout the state — including the DFW metroplex, North Texas, and beyond.
All counties served. Outside this list? Call — we likely cover that court too.
When you work with attorney Bret W. Schmidt, you can have the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have an experienced criminal law attorney advocating for your best interests. As your attorney, he will take the time to get to know you, answer your questions and help you understand the criminal justice process. When you choose the Law Office of Bret W. Schmidt, you are more than just a client number.
If you or someone close to you needs a Dallas criminal defense or civil asset forfeiture attorney, schedule an initial consultation by calling the Law Office of Bret W. Schmidt today.