Law Office of Richard Weaver - McKinney, TX

Board-Certified Criminal Defense and Family Law in McKinney, Texas

When facing criminal allegations or complex family legal disputes in North Texas, having an attorney with deep roots and proven courtroom stature is vital to protecting your future. Located in historic downtown McKinney, the Law Office of Richard Weaver has delivered assertive, trial-ready legal counsel to Collin County residents since 1977. Attorney Richard E. Weaver is board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a prestigious credential achieved by fewer than one percent of Texas attorneys that reflects the highest standard of competence and courtroom ethics. If you need to find an attorney who possesses comprehensive knowledge of local criminal and civil courtrooms, Richard Weaver offers the seasoned guidance necessary to achieve favorable outcomes.

Thorough Defense for State and Federal Criminal Charges

With more than four decades of continuous trial practice, attorney Weaver provides strategic criminal defense across state and federal jurisdictions, protecting defendants from initial arrest through verdict or appeal. Practice areas include:

• DUI and DWI defense: Defending drivers against misdemeanor and felony drunk driving charges, analyzing roadside sobriety tests, challenging blood test search warrants, and fighting license suspensions at administrative hearings.
• Drug crime defense: Handling complex state and federal narcotics cases, including unlawful possession of controlled substances, intent to distribute, manufacturing, and prescription drug offenses.
• Violent crime defense: Formidable defense against assault allegations, aggravated assault involving deadly weapons, domestic violence, manslaughter, and homicide charges.
• Theft and burglary defense: Protecting clients against property charges such as shoplifting, auto theft, burglary of a building, credit card abuse, and white-collar fraud allegations.
• Jail release and writs of habeas corpus: Providing rapid response for jail release, writ bonds, and reduction of excessive bail amounts to secure prompt release from detention.
• Record expunctions and nondisclosures: Clearing past arrest records and obtaining statutory nondisclosure orders to allow individuals to rebuild their careers without a criminal record.
• Juvenile defense: Protecting minors facing delinquency charges, prioritizing rehabilitation, and safeguarding their education and future opportunities.

Compassionate Family Law and Probate Representation

In addition to his distinguished criminal practice, Richard Weaver provides compassionate representation in divorce, child custody, and Collin County probate matters. He assists parents in crafting sustainable child possession schedules, calculating child support, and navigating post-divorce custody modifications when family circumstances evolve. For grieving families, the firm facilitates estate administration, letters testamentary, muniment of title filings, and determination of heirship proceedings to settle loved ones estates with minimal stress.

Immediate Availability and Direct Attorney Communication

Unlike high-volume firms where clients are relegated to junior paralegals, attorney Richard Weaver personally handles each client matter from inception to resolution. He believes that clear communication, transparency, and personal trust are fundamental to effective legal advocacy. Whether you need a defense attorney urgently following a late-night arrest or wish to hire a family lawyer in McKinney to resolve a contested custody battle, the firm answers phone calls twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Free initial consultations and accessible credit card payment plans ensure immediate help is always within reach.