I sent over a dozen replies to ALR Attorneys. Got a few calls but they was MORE about their ridiculous and outrageous fees. And didn't even bother to read my "Statement of Facts" I sent. It was ALL about their ARROGANCE and self absorb, self appointed authority , riding on what they perceived to be their high horse. But I clearly saw their so called "high horse" was a mere miniature horse. Not even on the stature of a Shetland pony. Plus they was all about hype and fear. THEN, Mr. Atkinson called me on a Sunday evening from his cell phone. First thing I asked him was "did you read my statement". Without hesitation he quoted it almost word by word and captured all points I made. I knew right away Mr. Atkinson was worth listening too. Not because he agreed with my statement, (even though he did) nor was I expecting him too. I simply wanted to know if an Attorney wanting me to retained him. Would be humble and smart enough to listen and consider my point of view. Mr. Atkinson legal opinion of my case was as matter of fact. Rather than over hype or fear base tactics to get my retainer. I chose Mr, Atkinson over another Attorney willing to take less money, but was not forthright in telling me. Fee quoted would only be for telephone hearing rather than live hearing. Mr. Atkinson was forthright and why he advised me live hearing would be more advantageous. His Paralegal, Ms. Sylvia Flores is the "standard" of attention to detail. That is so important in legal representation. Ms. Fores answered my questions without coming across as "you are taking up my precious time". As you may find in many attorney firms. NOW, for the best! Not only did Mr. Atkinson WIN my ALR case, preventing the suspension of my drivers license for 6 months. He got an dismissal of case 10 days BEFORE the schedule hearing! If you want to win, go with a WINNER! read more

Attorney Doug Atkinson represented my husband and the interests of our family in a professional, thorough, and prompt manner that reflected the high quality of his education and experience, as he displayed an effectiveness at being well-versed in the law, and worked long hours on behalf of my husband not only as his client, but as a father, husband, and a son to those of us who love him. There was absolutely no judgement or criticism, nor did he ever display a fear of failure. His success is exemplified clearly in his credentials but also by the integrity and character that he projected in every phone call, e-mail, and face to face meeting held with my husband and the members of our family. Attorney Atkinson and those who work at his firm did an impeccable job of maintaining an open-line of communication both in verbal and written form. They spent a great deal of time working in connection with not only my husband, but those of us working for his interests on the outside. It is clear that Attorney Atkinson approaches his career with a passion and a purpose, in a selfless and professional manner that exemplifies his success' as a Trial Lawyer of the Year, and a five-star attorney in our book! read more

In 2008 I made the mistake of driving under the influence of alcohol. Although that decision had some serious consequences in my life, there is no doubt in my mind that without Douglas Atkinson representing me, the outcome would have been much worse. Not only does Mr. Atkinson, a well-seasoned attorney, thoroughly understand the intricacies of the legal system, his ability to communicate and assist me in understanding each step of the legal process gave me an unexpected level of comfort. No matter how difficult the journey could have been, I felt secure that Mr. Atkinson had my interest at heart. Although the long legal journey ended up on a very positive note for me, at no point did I expect such an outcome. The only thing that I expected was that Mr. Atkinson, the attorney that I had interviewed and ultimately hired, would defend me in the best way that he saw fit. I put my trust and faith in him. Mr. Atkinson is a man of his word whose level of expertise and experience is beyond others in his field. It is without question that I unequivocally recommend Mr. Atkinson as your DWI defense lawyer for the reasons I described and more. - Anonymous Local Businessman - read more

The best decision I made regarding my legal issue was to hire Doug Atkinson! The amount of positive experiences I had with Mr. Atkinson and his staff will be difficult to explain in full, inside this post. Please reach out if you would like further detail. From the beginning, I felt I was treated as if I was the only client of Doug Atkinson's. He treated me as if I was the most important client he had ever had. Him and his team were very knowledgeable and help put at ease any discomfort I was experiencing through my experience. They were diligent in their research and support for the best possible outcome. I was originally very nervous about my situation, and the Atkinson Law Firm team, did all they could to remedy those uneasy feelings. It's hard for me to explain how highly I would recommend their wonderful team. I believe I wouldn't have gotten a better result, consulting with another attorney. In the experiences I have had in the past, I have not felt so much comfort and confidence in my legal representation as I had with Doug and his team. Please greatly consider utilizing Doug and his team at Atkinson Law Firm. read more

The best decision I made was hiring Douglas Atkinson. I risked losing my career and freedom. I hired Doug because my first attorney wanted me to plea guilty. He looked out for my best interest from the start. He is an expert on criminal law and fought for me all the way through trial which he won! Later when I needed assistance again, I didn't hesitate to give him a call. His highly strategic and tenacious approach to my second case resulted in a dismissal, and without a trial. Doug's reputation as being the best is truly accurate. He will give you his all and will work incredibly hard to try to achieve the best results for you. He is professional and personable and makes himself available 24/7 by text. I cannot say enough about how truly grateful I am that I chose Doug to be my lawyer. He cared about what happened to me, he kept me informed throughout the process, and he achieved the outcomes I was hoping for and needing. Once you have been through the fire with someone you know who they are and he will give you his all. I consider him not only my lawyer but my friend. read more

No words or expressions can adequately convey the significance of what Doug Atkinson did for our son! His efforts have had, and continue to have, a profound effect on our lives and more importantly on our son's life. Because of Doug Atkinson, our son will now have the opportunity to return to society as a productive member. Equally important, he will be able to enjoy the rest of his life being the father, husband and son we all know he is capable of being. We sincerely and eternally appreciate his sage advice and guidance through a very long, arduous and emotionally demanding experience. Not only is he most adept in knowing what needs to be done, but his speed of processing is truly impressive. Our family is privileged to have had Doug Atkinson represent our son. We know that the successful conclusion came through your unending considerations, efforts and compassion Doug had for this family. Our son is very lucky to have Doug Atkinson represent him. Because of Doug, our family will now be able to get on with our lives. He is a true professional in every sense of the word. read more

My wife and I hired Doug Atkinson for a complicated and unusual case, attempting to get my wife removed from the TX State Sex Offender Registry. This process is seldom successful, especially in a conservative county and we had few expectations of winning but we believed we were right and we had to try. Doug, Shannon and staff did an exemplary job, guiding us through a complicated process, doing research, preparing us for a hearing. Everything presented to the judge was letter perfect and Doug's presentation of our case was thorough. We had prepared ourselves to be disappointed and were overjoyed and overwhelmed when the judge ruled in our favor! To us, this was nothing short of a miracle and it would have never happened if Doug hadn't believed in us and our case and hadn't given it such great attention. I can't express how thankful we are... and how strongly we recommend Doug Atkinson and his staff. When you need someone to fight a legal battle for you... these are the people you want in your corner. read more

Doug recently handled a case for me during a very difficult time in my life. I was aghast at what was happening and I had no guidance about where to turn to for help. A friend recommended Doug to me, and for the first time during the whole fiasco, I felt as ease. During my consultation with Doug, I didn't feel rushed or like just another number, I felt heard and like someone was on my side. Doug advocated for me in court and never sugar coated anything. At each point along the way, he told me my options and then gave his advice on how to proceed, but I never felt pushed into making a certain decision. Doug had a presence when he entered the courtroom. He knew the DAs well and was able to predict their every move. In the end, my case was dismissed and Doug held my hand the entire way. I'll never be able to thank him enough for taking such good care of me during some of the worst and most degrading moments of my life. If you need a bulldog attorney, Doug is it. I'll never use anyone else. read more

I have known attorney Doug Atkinson for many years and am constantly impressed by his professionalism and unwavering commitment to his clients and their case. Mr. Atkinson and his team understand that criminal charges can jeopardize everything a client has worked to build and that a conviction threatens their freedom and future. Knowing all of the consequences a conviction can bring, I believe the right criminal defense attorney is vital and he IS the right attorney. He is dedicated to protecting his client's rights whether they have done something wrong or have been unjustly accused and the proof is in his results! If you have anything at all on the line, you should want powerful and proven results.... and if you want those types of results, you should call Doug Atkinson. read more

Mr. Atkinson is the best lawyer in Montgomery County by far. If you're in a situation, hes the man to go to. He got my case dismissed and I never had to go to court. I was faced with a 3rd degree felony, strangulation. I'm so glad I went with him. I went to 6 or 7 other lawyers for a free consultation before I met him. They all acted like I was a POS. This man spoke to me with dignity and respect. To be honest, he reminded me of what a bad ass TV lawyer looks and talks like. I felt confident leaving his office that I was in good hands and knew I was going choose him. Hes well respected and liked by the courts and judges and DA. Helps a lot. They know he knows his stuff and a case involving him won't be a cake walk. read more

Do not second guess this attorney and law firm. They are the real deal. I was recommended to Mr. Atkinson from a friend. To not go into much detail I was fighting for my life and honestly I could not imagine Douglas Atkinson was going to do what he did. He got me a full dismissal which he stated from the beginning he was going to do, he doesn't sugar coat if he feels like he's going to win, HE WILL. It was a slow process due to COVID, but when it got down to the nitty gritty he fought tooth and nail for me. If I could give him and his team 100 stars I would. Sometimes it's not what you know but who you know and he holds a big stick in the court room. I owe this man my life and will be forever thankful. read more

I cannot begin to express how grateful I am to Doug and his staff. He truly pulled a rabbit out of his hat on my case. The best I was expecting was one year probation, a fine + court costs, an Interlock on my vehicle, community service, monthly urine test, AA classes, DWI Impact class. With two priors on my record, and facing a 2nd DWI, he was able to get it reduced to the 1st DWI penalty. Then at sentencing, he was able to get it reduced again to only a fine + court costs! No probation, no Interlock, no community service, no classes, (each of which has monthly fees)! The results were excellent! I would highly recommend him to anyone needing an attorney. read more

Douglas Atkinson was amazing! There are not enough stars to award him with in the reviews. He fought harder for my husband, for our family, harder than I ever imagined anyone would. He fought and never backed down. The challenges that were thrown in our direction he threw them right back and prevailed. I cannot thank him and his team enough for all of the hours put in to this case that was prepared for for almost three years. This was a very challenging case but that did not stop the determination and fight that he gave for my husband and for our family to be able to leave together. Thank- you so much Doug, from the bottom of all of our hearts. read more

Douglas Atkinson defended me in a long felony trial. He fought every inch for me and proved my innocence. Douglas Atkinson is who you need by your side if your facing a serious charge he never gave an inch and worked tirelessly through trial with out lunch little to no sleep throughout a 3 day trial with a hour and half commute every day. He was a true warrior in the court room and sent me back to my family victorious. He also recommended Celeste Blackburn to assist and she was worth every penny as well a true warrioress thank y'all so much on behalf of my family. read more

I made the absolute right decision to choose Douglas Atkinson as my attorney. Oh my God, I have been through so much with this case. I trusted in Douglas Atkinson and his staff to represent me and let the truth prevail. He gave me the best news ever when I received a call from him telling me that he was able to get my case dismissed. Douglas and his team are a powerhouse in the courtroom. If you want a strong, confident, determined attorney, Douglas is your guy! Thank you! I'd give you a ten star if I could!! read more

There aren't enough great things I can say about Doug. We have had him handle a few cases for us. This man is always on your case. He eats, sleeps and thinks about his cases continuously! He was able to take 2 felony DWI w/child down to a misdemeanor. With very little probation. I have also watched him get multiple felonies, along with misdemeanors dismissed. I refer him to anyone that has criminal charges. Great lawyer with compassion and love for his clients! He is very knowledgeable in all aspects! read more

When you find yourself on the wrong side of the law, like I did. Don't settle for good when your record and freedom are on the line, you need the best. The attorney you want on your side is Doug Atkinson. Doug is personable, straight forward and determined to get the best outcome for your case. After looking over my case, Doug said he was going to get it dismissed, and that is exactly what he did. I would not hesitate to recommend Doug to any of my friends or family that are in need of his services. read more

We interviewed a couple of attorneys before we hired Doug to defend our son. We knew he would fight for our son and he delivered a nearly impossible outcome. Doug is unrelenting, persistent, experienced and wise. Our family will always be grateful for Doug and his staff and all that they did. Our son's life could have been changed in a detrimental way, forever impacting him negatively. Hiring Doug was the best decision we made and the only attorney that could meet our needs and deliver results. read more

This is the second time that I have used Doug and his team for legal matters in Montgomery County. I would not use anyone else in the future. His team worked tirelessly to get the best possible outcome for my case. Even when things did not look like good for me and my situation, Doug continued to work and ultimately got my case dismissed. Thanks for all the help in overcoming this very difficult situation! I would recommend him for any legal matters in Montgomery County.. read more