Every interaction with this firm felt genuine and straightforward. The team is easy to talk to, quick to respond, and clearly knows what they're doing. They care about the details and take their work seriously without ever feeling impersonal or stiff -- it's clear they really value the people they work with. read more

I reached out to these guys after someone lied to police. Cops didnt believe them and said "you may get a call from a detective but we doubt you will". I had video proving that I didn't do what I was accused of. Jarrod said he'd get it to the right person for $2K before any charges were filed. It'd be another $5K if they were filed. Detective called and asked if I wanted to come in to make a statement almost a month later. I told him I had an attorney and he literally said "I don't care I'm pressing charges anyway". I tried reaching Jarrod but got no reply. Ended up calling the office the next day and they had him contact me immediately. In a recorded call later the next day, (I paid for a call recorder app immediately after the detective call), Jarrod said he'd given the detective the videos. The arrest affidavit says no videos were provided. New attorney says this actually helps because they could've changed their story after seeing the videos. Instead it proved she committed perjury and made a better case for my charges being dismissed. I wasted $2000. read more

Smith & Vinson Law Firm - Criminal Defense Law Near Me - Austin, Texas

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From the very beginning, Smith & Vinson took great care to discuss my case and provided excellent advice and legal expertise in my case. I cannot thank everyone at the firm enough for their professionalism, responsiveness and attentiveness, from clerks to partners. Special thanks go to Fernando Ruiz and Pamela Murillo. I would absolutely choose this law firm again and recommend to anyone needing criminal defense. read more

I listen to my friend and how they mixed up his case and caused nothing but grief and over charges with his credit card. I don't think this law firm cares about you as a client only the cash in your hand disperately looking for answers. They care about your money and little effort to work in your best interest only their interest is your money. read more

I won't waste my time even writing all the negative, unethical, lack of involvement and lack of interest and lack of support and communication, not to mention ineffective council and refusal to negotiate. Stay Away from this law firm and Brad Vinson. He will retaliate this review too so Don't believe it read more

A snow job of what I wanted to hear but not what I needed to hear to address the problem. They are all about scoring the sale - calling me all hours on the weekend to sale me a bill of goods with no intentions to act on their promises instead a half wit attorney PayPal with her false words 'she knows Judge Earl she is friends with Judge Earl....' she wasn't honest and I have proof. Never called me back to say what Judge Earl actual said .... instead the paralegal I had to call days later, gave me wrong information. Jarrod Smith smooth talking sales job with only intentions to make 8 K with no real payment plans. His way only! This firm doesn't care about you ONLY ur 8 k, Please don't hesitate to ask me for any details of proof how rude self-center this law firm really is and not organize. His paralegal Pam is clueless in the office nor is paypal only obnoxious, Jarrod Smith who I signed on with and was assured he would be the attorney. He didn't care nor did he ever call back or pick up a call after greedy fashion getting me to provide cc inform right now on a Saturday bank holiday too. This law firm is a scam they used a web designer to create professional law firm. They don't care and tell you what you want to hear to make the sale. A used car dealership with greed. I wasted time loss a job a life with this greed sloopy unskilled attorneys. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. read more

Smith & Vinson Law Firm - Criminal Defense Law Near Me - Austin, Texas

Always very impressed with Brad's professionalism and efficiency! Great firm filled with caring lawyers. Super intelligent people who know what they are doing! read more

So back in April 2017 I hired these guys because I was and still currently am be railroaded by the united states postal service. Anyway that was a mistake and let's just say if you don't look like Brad and Jared and you may be a bit d@rker you have no chance of these guys fighting for you. I saw somewhere on these guys website or somewhere where Jared is saying "we fight the good fight" yet I paid these guys nearly 10 grand in a year I agreed to pay $1000 a month towards my contract which I was paying $2000 for pre-trial for a misdemeanor I was charged with and $7000 pre-trial for a felony they told me the state was going to be charging me which they did on 12/5/2017. Yes I said 2017 and Im still waiting for my jury trial 5 years later. Brad told me in his Austin Texas office that if I wanted a jury trial they'd "ride and die with me" that's verbatim. Yet I was arrested on the felony warrant in February 2018 bonded out a month later. Would y'all believe when I got out I called Brad and Jared and they told me I had to be in court in San Marcos in like 2 days, I lived in Dallas fort worth at the time. A couple days later in court Brads not saying much but Jared walks over and gives me this half hearted fake hug, you can't make this up. Now I'm a real one, so when fake comes my way it's spotted immediately. Jared then proceeds to tell me "APPARENTLY THE STATE HAS SUBPOENAED SOME WITNESSES AND THEY'RE READY TO GO TO TRIAL NEXT WEEK SO WE'RE GOING TO TRY AND GET A CONTINUANCE!" again, verbatim. First of all I was like h#ll yeah let's go I'm thinking in my head, 2nd when have y'all ever heard where a client has paid nearly 10 grand for a criminal case less than a years time, and his own attorneys doesn't inform him he has a jury trial scheduled in March 2018. 3rd what's worse is he felt comfortable enough to say this crud to me because clients that look like me will never know the difference. Even with me being locked up a month jury trials are set MONTHS in advance not a few days notice. So is this an over the top 1 star review? Or do you think these guys should have the ability to practice law when they will only do it fairly for people who look like them, the color of law is a mother you know what read more

These guys single handed saved my life. I had a previous attorney who was doing nothing for my case. I hired Jared and this firm, what took years prior they got dismissed in a matter of a few months. Charlie is the best attorney, he listens fights for you and really cares. I would use this firm hands down over any other. My case was extremely complicated and facing a felony. It was very scary until they took over for me. I owe them so much. I finally got my life back after four long years and thousands of dollars. read more

Brad and Jarrod are the most dedicated attorneys that will fight for you until the end. I was nervous before my consultation for a DUI charge, but the moment I stepped foot into their firm, I knew I was in good hands. There is no other firm in Austin I would have trusted to handle my case. read more

Great Law Firm! They are very aggressive and got a great outcome on my case. They were very helpful with the whole process and answered any questions I had in a timely manner. Very easy to communicate with, I highly recommend. read more

Excellent DWI & criminal defense law firm! Attorneys Jarrod Smith and Brad Vinson always keep you updated about your case and fight hard for a dismissal. I highly recommend them to anyone in Austin and around Central Texas! read more

This is not a great local business. I paid them money down and spread my case over months just to make sure they got payments. They did nothing on my case I I ended up with the same offer they said we should never take 5 months later I had to settle for the same offer the DA suggested in the mean time. They are only out to get paid and will never take you case seriously. This is a true review and I still suffer today because I did not hire someone else. They will talk a great game but never really work on your case I was told their family issue were more important then my legal ones I paid them for. I made the biggest mistake in my life hiring them your better off with a court appointed attorney. read more

They are great attorneys. Very hard working and diligent. If I ever need a criminal defense attorney, (hopefully I won't) they will be the first I will call. read more

Smith & Vinson is a highly professional and highly reputable firm. I've used them for several situations and have been extremely pleased each time. During each case they took the time to communicate thoroughly, and made sure I understood the current status and knew the next steps. Throughout the entire process I trusted their judgement and knew they had my best interest in mind. Smith & Vinson care about their clients and go above and beyond to ensure they're well represented. Their knowledge and expertise are evident in how they handle each case with diligence, professional pride and genuine empathy. It is more than winning a case or earning the money for them, they truly strive for the best for their clients. I would trust any of my family and friends to utilize Smith & Vinson, and I intend to continue to use them in the future if the need arises again! read more