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Houston Assault & Family Violence Defense Lawyer

A careful defense when an accusation threatens your freedom, family, record, and ability to return home.

Houston, Texas · Bilingual · Se habla español

The brief

Your case gets direct attention.

Assault and family violence accusations can threaten your freedom, criminal record, family, and ability to return home. These cases often involve conflicting accounts, protective orders, witness statements, photos, and medical records.

The Law Office of Claudia Lopez, PLLC defends people accused of assault, family violence, aggravated assault, and related misdemeanor and felony offenses. Claudia Lopez examines the accounts and evidence that shape the State's case.

What we handle

How the firm can help.

Direct attorney attention, from investigation and negotiation to trial when necessary.

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    Assault and family violence

    Representing people accused of assault and family violence offenses.

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    Aggravated assault

    Defending aggravated assault and related misdemeanor and felony accusations.

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    Conflicting accounts

    Reviewing witness statements and the different accounts of what happened.

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    Records and protective orders

    Examining photos, medical records, and protective orders in the context of the accusation.

Claudia Lopez

Knowing how the State evaluates the case.

Claudia Lopez's experience as a former prosecutor gives her insight into how the State evaluates assault and family violence accusations. She brings that understanding to her defense of the people facing those charges.

The approach

Attention at every stage.

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    The first conversation

    Discuss your matter directly with the attorney. Communications are available in English and Spanish.

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    Investigation

    A careful review of the facts and evidence, with timely updates in plain language.

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    Negotiation

    Thorough preparation and strategic negotiation, guided by the circumstances of your case.

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    Trial when necessary

    Claudia Lopez prepares every case as if a jury will hear it.

Serving Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston and surrounding counties

Your first conversation

What to bring to a consultation.

Bring what you have. Missing a report or record does not prevent you from contacting the firm. Discuss how to share sensitive material securely.

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    The complaint or charge, court settings, bond documents, and every protective or emergency order received.

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    Unaltered messages, photos, video, medical information, and witness contact details.

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    A private timeline identifying the people present and the events before and after the accusation.

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    Questions about contact restrictions, living arrangements, work, and upcoming hearings.

Common questions

Before you decide.

General information. Your circumstances require individual advice from an attorney.

What should I bring if there is a protective order?

Bring every page of the order and your bond paperwork. Ask the attorney to explain the specific contact, location, and other restrictions that apply to you. Do not rely on another person's informal description of what a court order permits.

Can conflicting accounts be part of the defense review?

Yes. The firm examines witness accounts alongside photographs, messages, medical records, and other available evidence. Preserve original material and identify witnesses for the attorney rather than trying to resolve differences in accounts yourself.

Does the firm defend misdemeanor and felony allegations?

Yes. Claudia Lopez handles assault, family violence, aggravated assault, and related misdemeanor and felony accusations. Her experience as a former Harris County prosecutor informs her evaluation of the State's evidence; no outcome can be promised from the charge name alone.

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