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Last Modified on Nov 13, 2025
Our attorney, Joseph Ruiz, has been recognized among Texas Super Lawyers for criminal defense and DWI for 2025. This honor is awarded to outstanding attorneys who show excellence in their particular field of law. This is Joseph Ruiz’s latest of many achievements, including being previously recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer for criminal defense and DWI in 2023 and 2024.
Texas Super Lawyers: Distinction of Excellence
The designation of Super Lawyer is only given to the top five percent of lawyers in each state and must be approved by a panel of top attorneys from the specific area of legal practice. This elite honor signifies the attorney’s qualifications to peers and colleagues, as well as clients looking to hire a criminal defense lawyer.
The goal of the Super Lawyers list is to create a trusted listing of remarkable attorneys in each state and to recognize lawyers who go above and beyond.
Joseph Ruiz is passionate about fighting tirelessly for the rights and freedom of Texas individuals facing criminal allegations. His commitment to excellence includes extensive continuing legal education (CLE) courses and additional training to stay up to date on changes to Texas law and legal procedures. The Law Office of Joseph Ruiz, PLLC, is also committed to donating a portion of its proceeds to nonprofits, especially those related to cancer research and treatment.
Being named a Super Lawyer for several years running is an extraordinary accomplishment that highlights Joseph Ruiz’s extensive experience with Texas criminal defense laws and DWI laws, relentless dedication to serving his clients with integrity, and commitment to providing top-quality legal representation to the community.
It also reflects his devotion to securing the most favorable outcomes possible in criminal defense cases and the respect he continues to earn from his clients and colleagues.
The Super Lawyers Selection Process
Super Lawyers is a Thomas Reuters business and is well known as a distinguished national organization that recognizes lawyers in over 70 practice areas with a high degree of recognition by their peers and achievement in the legal profession. The process of selecting Super Lawyers uses a painstaking, research-driven method, including:
- Nomination by peers and colleagues in the legal community. Lawyers are not allowed to nominate themselves to be recognized by Super Lawyers.
- Extensive research by an independent research team
- Evaluation of each candidate based on several indicators of professional achievement, such as the verdicts in their cases for the year, their experience, their service to their community, and other criteria
- Verification of good professional standing
This recognition is not only a tribute to Joseph Ruiz’s legal acumen and pursuit of legal excellence but also an honor for the Law Office of Joseph Ruiz, PLLC, which has been providing first-rate legal representation to residents of Texas for years and has had positive outcomes in hundreds of criminal defense cases.
The Super Lawyers lists are published in Super Lawyers magazines across the United States, and in top local and regional magazines, newspapers, and other publications.
FAQs
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost for a DWI in Texas?
How much a lawyer costs for a DWI in Texas depends on the complexity of the case, the reputation and experience of the lawyer, and other factors like whether the defendant has a previous record of recent DWI charges. The factor that is most likely to impact the cost of a DWI lawyer is whether the case can be resolved without going to court, as preparing for a case to go to trial and the trial itself requires a significant amount of time.
How Do You Choose the Right Lawyer for a DWI Defense?
To choose the right lawyer for a DWI defense, it is essential to hire a criminal defense lawyer with a proven track record of good outcomes in DWI cases and extensive knowledge of Texas DWI laws, like Joseph Ruiz. The most effective way to determine whether a defense attorney is right for you is to set up an initial consultation to discuss your case and ask any questions you have regarding the laws and how they apply to your situation, as well as the legal process.
How Can You Win a DWI Case in Texas?
You can win a DWI case in Texas by having all charges dismissed, negotiating a plea bargain for alternative sentencing, or receiving a verdict of not guilty in court. Which of these outcomes is most likely to occur can vary from case to case, depending on the unique details of the incident, as well as other elements like whether the defendant has a prior criminal record. Be sure to ask your attorney about the likely outcomes of your case.
How Can a Texas Defense Lawyer Help With My Criminal Case?
A Texas criminal defense lawyer from our law firm can help with your case by explaining the laws and your rights, developing a strong legal defense tailored to the details of your specific situation, and advocating for you through pre-trial motions, negotiation, and legal representation. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can also help you navigate the criminal justice system throughout the legal process so you always know what to expect.
Experienced Texas Criminal Defense and DWI Lawyer
Congratulations to Joseph Ruiz on the outstanding achievement of being recognized among 2025 Texas Super Lawyers for criminal defense and DWI. We are honored to share this news with our community. We look forward to continuing the work of providing each client with the honesty, open communication, and trusted legal counsel and criminal defense we have come to be known for.
If you or someone you know needs to hire a criminal defense lawyer, look no further than the Law Office of Joseph Ruiz, PLLC. Our legal team’s top priority is integrity, quality legal representation, and excellence in serving our clients in every case we handle. Contact our office right away to set up an initial consultation with our defense lawyer, discuss the details of your case, and learn your legal options.
