Peter Barrett - Dallas, TX
Peter Barrett is a renowned criminal defense trial attorney in Dallas, Texas, with over thirty years of courtroom experience and more than 150 jury trials to verdict. Defending clients across state and federal courts throughout North Texas since 1994, Mr. Barrett provides battle-tested representation in federal grand jury investigations, white collar fraud, major drug conspiracies, violent crimes, and high-stakes felony trials.
Over Three Decades of Relentless Criminal Trial Defense in Dallas
When you are facing criminal prosecution in Texas, your reputation, career, and liberty are on the line. Navigating the criminal justice system requires an attorney with extensive trial experience who will tell you the unvarnished truth about your options. Operating from his Dallas offices at 3500 Maple Avenue, criminal defense lawyer Peter Barrett has defended thousands of individuals since 1994. A graduate of St. Mary University School of Law, Mr. Barrett has built a formidable reputation across Dallas County, Collin County, and federal district courts. With more than 150 jury trials completed as lead counsel, attorney Barrett commands respect from prosecutors and judges alike, delivering the tactical preparation necessary to achieve case dismissals, charge reductions, and not-guilty verdicts.
Federal Crimes, Target Letters, and Grand Jury Defense
Federal criminal prosecutions move swiftly and carry severe mandatory penalties under the federal sentencing guidelines. Serving among leading criminal defense lawyers in North Texas, Peter Barrett guides clients through every phase of federal investigation:
- Pre-Indictment Intervention: Representing targets and persons of interest who receive federal target letters or agent interview requests from the FBI, DEA, ATF, or IRS, intervening before formal indictments are returned.
- White Collar and Financial Crimes: Defending executives and business professionals against charges of wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, healthcare billing fraud, and bankruptcy fraud.
- Federal Drug Conspiracies: Litigating complex multi-defendant drug trafficking indictments, conspiracy charges, and interstate narcotics distribution across federal district courts.
State Violent Crimes and Serious Felony Defense
Facing state district court indictments requires immediate, aggressive investigation. Functioning as skilled violent crime defense lawyers and domestic violence lawyers, attorney Barrett handles high-stakes felony charges:
- Homicide and Violent Offenses: Providing robust defense in cases involving murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and armed robbery.
- Domestic Violence Allegations: Protecting individuals against false or exaggerated family violence claims, fighting to prevent protective orders and safeguard custody rights.
- Sexual Offenses: Meticulously investigating allegations of sexual assault, continuous sexual abuse, and statutory offenses, challenging witness credibility and scientific evidence.
DWI Defense and Property Crime Representation
Misdemeanor and felony property or vehicular charges carry collateral consequences that can follow you for life. Operating as seasoned dui/dwi defense lawyers and theft and burglary defense advocates, the firm provides focused defense:
- DWI Defense: Scrutinizing blood draw warrants, challenging field sobriety testing protocols, and fighting driver license suspensions in administrative ALR proceedings.
- Theft and Property Crimes: Defending against charges of grand theft, burglary of a habitation, auto theft, identity theft, and forgery.
Proven Courtroom Credentials and Accolades
When your future is at stake, individuals who need a lawyer choose Peter Barrett for proven trial capability:
- Over 150 Jury Trials: Decades of proven willingness to take difficult cases to a jury verdict rather than accepting unfavourable plea deals.
- Top Industry Honors: Consistently selected to Texas Super Lawyers from 2022 to 2026 and honored among the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine.
- Highest Peer Ratings: Holds an AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell and a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo.
- Bilingual Services and Emergency Intake: Offering bilingual English and Spanish representation with emergency intake available around the clock.
If you need to find a lawyer to represent you under federal investigation or hire an attorney to fight state felony allegations, contact Peter Barrett. Call the Dallas office at (214) 526-0555 to arrange your free and confidential case review.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the prestigious Oak Lawn / Turtle Creek district of Dallas, offering close proximity to upscale dining and parks.
Building Location
This is an 18-story Class A commercial office tower known as Parkside Tower at 3500 Maple. The building recently completed extensive renovations, featuring a modern, double-height lobby, an outdoor courtyard, and sits adjacent to the scenic Reverchon Park.
Parking Details
The property provides secure on-site covered parking spaces and a surrounding public surface parking lot for visitors.
Public Transit
Served by DART Route 1 (Southwest Medical District/Parkland); nearest stop is at Maple @ Turtle Creek.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of Parkside Tower. Proceed to the elevator banks and take the elevator up to the 5th floor, where you will find the offices of Peter Barrett in Suite 550. The building is fully wheelchair accessible.