Scheiner Law
Federal, Criminal & Sex Crimes Defense Lawyers
At Scheiner Criminal Defense Lawyers, we take pride in our outstanding record in defending all types of criminal cases in Houston, Texas, and federal courts.
Our areas of Criminal Defense include Federal and Sexually related crimes and we have decades of experience sucessfully defending people wrongly accused. These include sex crimes (including sexual assault, child pornography, indecency with a child, child sexual abuse, online solicitation of a minor and improper relationship between educator and student), violent crimes (such as aggravated assault and murder), assault-family member, juvenile cases, conspiracy charges, money laundering and crimes involving weapons. We also defend cases including DUI Minor, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter, drug offenses including possession and manufacturing or delivery
Our Managing Attorney Grant Scheiner’s personal mission to maintain an excellent track record as a criminal defense attorney. Our law firm will fight for your rights and defend you against all accusations, protecting both you and your future.
Choose Experience
Scheiner Law Group provides specialized, high-stakes federal defense in Texas, led by Board Certified attorney Grant Scheiner, who is recognized as a “Texas Super Lawyer” in Federal White Collar Defense. With over 30 years of experience, the firm focuses on aggressively challenging government evidence to protect client rights and secure case dismissals or reduced charges. For more details, visit Scheiner Law Group scheinerlaw.com.
Scheiner Law Group is recognized for its credentials and scientific approach to criminal defense. Firm principal Grant Scheiner is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by a small percentage of Texas attorneys. The firm has earned placements as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report and Mr. Scheiner is frequently listed among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas.
You Need a Proven Crimiminal Defense Attorney
Facing criminal allegations is one of life’s most harrowing experiences, as many people are wrongly accused of crimes every single day. To protect your freedom and future, you must take advantage of all legal help available and never attempt to navigate the system alone.
The Necessity of Experienced Counsel
A good defense attorney with years of experience is your most vital asset. They possess a profound understanding of complex laws and the “ins and outs” of the legal process that the general public simply does not have. Experienced lawyers know how to challenge, suppress, or even eliminate evidence that was obtained improperly. Their goal is to fight for the best possible outcome, whether that means seeking reduced charges, negotiating alternative penalties, or proving your innocence at trial.
Protecting Yourself During Interrogation
You should never talk to the police without a lawyer. Law enforcement officers are highly experienced in interrogation and trained to use psychological tactics—including lying about evidence—to elicit confessions. Even seemingly innocent statements can be misinterpreted and used by the prosecution to build a case against you.
Similarly, you must not take a polygraph test without explicit legal advice. Polygraph results are notoriously unreliable and generally inadmissible as evidence in court. Police use them primarily as a high-pressure interrogation tool to pressure suspects into making damaging admissions.
The Stakes of Your Defense
Going to court is inherently stressful, often leading to “litigation stress” characterized by anxiety, exhaustion, and difficulty concentrating. A great legal defense mitigates this by providing a rational strategy and shielding you from the devastating repercussions of a conviction.
The consequences of a criminal record extend far beyond the courtroom, impacting:
- Employment: Convictions often trigger automatic disqualification from fields like healthcare, finance, or education and can decrease job callbacks by over 50%.
- Community Standing: A record carries a heavy social stigma, leading to isolation and the loss of civil rights, such as voting or professional licensure.
Securing a positive outcome through expert legal representation is not just about avoiding jail—it is about safeguarding your livelihood and reputation.
Areas of Practice
- SEX CRIMES DEFENSE
- FEDERAL CRIMES & WHITE COLLAR
- CRIMINAL DEFENSE
- DRUG RELATED OFFENSES
- DWI / DUI CHARGES
Why Choose Scheiner Criminal Defense Lawyers
Scheiner Law – Criminal Defense Lawyers, is led by Trial Attorney Grant Scheiner, who is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He ranks among the top criminal defense lawyers in Texas, possessing an extensive background in trial skills, technology, science, and police tactics, including training as a Practitioner and Instructor of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, as well as completion of Drug Recognition and Gas Chromatography (laboratory blood testing) courses.
In an increasingly complex legal environment, only a trained criminal law practitioner can spot errors in police and laboratory procedure, which can easily make the difference between winning or losing your case in court.
With a proven track record of success, Mr. Scheiner is listed as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers (South Region) in Texas by the National Trial Lawyers Association. He has also been named as a Texas Super Lawyer (Thomson Reuters publication) in the categories of Criminal Law, DWI defense, and Federal White Collar defense every year since 2009.
Scheiner Law; Criminal Defense Lawyers has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
