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Jodi Soyars is an Aggressive, Board-Certified Criminal Defense Lawyer in San Antonio. She has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Criminal Law Attorneys, by Best DWI Attorney as one of the top 10 DWI Attorney's in San Antonio, and by the American Family Law Institute as one of the Top 10 Female Family Law Attorneys in San Antonio. While working to defend her client's freedom (& careers) in the criminal law courts, Jodi Soyars saw a need to help protect her client's rights to their children & property in the family law courts because many times a client was being falsely accused of a crime as a way for an aggrieved spouse to gain an advantage in the divorce & custody proceedings. If you find yourself facing a criminal accusation or need help protecting your rights to your children or property from an aggrieved spouse, call Jodi Soyars today and let her help you.
Education
- University of Houston - Main Campus
- J.D. (2001) | Law School
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- Honors: Graduated with Honors
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- Texas A&M University
- B.A. (1996) | History
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Professional Experience
- Managing/Practicing Law Partner
- Soyars & Morgan Law, P.C.
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- Jodi's primary focus is on DWI and criminal defense in the State and Federal Courts. Soyars & Morgan has a family law section and wills & estates section as well.
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- Soyars Law Offices, P.C.
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- Windham & Windham, P.C.
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- Vinson & Elkins LLP
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Mastering the Art of a Strong Defense: Assault Cases
- San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Navigating the Complications of a Family Violence Case
- Defender Magazine
- Putting Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Perverse Food Subsidies, Social Responsibility & America's 2007 Farm Bill
- Environs, UC Davis School of Law
Speaking Engagements
- Complications of Criminal Charges in Family Law Cases
- Family Law Section St. Mary's University
- Criminal defendants face additional complications in their divorces and child custody cases. Presented strategies and real world examples to demonstrate how knowledgable criminal defense attorneys can benefit the client in the family law arena.
- Probation Primer, Nuts & Bolts, San Antonio, TX
- San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Educating other criminal defense attorneys on various aspects of Probation in Bexar County, Texas.
Certifications
- Board Certified Criminal Law
- Texas State Board of Specialization
- License to Practice Law
- Texas State Bar
Awards
- Top 50 Criminal Defense Attorneys
- San Antonio Scene Magazine
- Best DWI Attorney
- Best DWI Attorney
- Named one of the Top 10 DWI Attorney in San Antonio for 2016
- Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys
- National Trial Lawyers
- 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award 2015-2016
- American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Professional Associations
- Federal Bar Association
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- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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- San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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- Texas State Bar # 24030907
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Texas
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- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
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Fees
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Free Consultation
For DWI & other Criminal Defense Cases ($250 Consultation Fee for Divorce & Custody Cases) -
Credit Cards Accepted
We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. search&seizure handcuff husband.they search bedroom in my drawers.kids room without consent did they violate my rights
- A: There could be a serach & seizure issue if they did not have a warrant and they did not have another legally authorized reason to be in the house or searching the house. However, if they did not find anything, there is not really any remedy. Call an experienced criminal defense attorney if something was seized or your husband was arrested. If you are wanting to pursue a civil claim against the State for violation of a constitutional right (i.e. discrimination, illegal search and seizure, etc.) then you would need to call a civil attorney.
- Q. My wife won't respond to my lawyer so he can file the petition. What do I do now?
- A: You can file for the divorce, claim there were 2 children born during the marriage whose identity is not known at this time, request a paternity test (because children born during the marriage are presumed to be the husbands) and then amend pleadings afterwards once discovery/paternity testing is completed.
- Q. I was in a car with a friend who was drunk and got arrested --
- A: If they have the license plate number or somehow know how to identify the driver/car, the driver and/or registered owner will face the potential for criminal and civil liability. This is a serious situation. If you are a passenger you may also be liable if there was a duty to stop and render aid. You should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney to better advise you.
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- Website
- Soyars Morgan Law
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