Law Office of Ernest Acevedo III - San Antonio, TX
Law Office of Ernest Acevedo III is an elite San Antonio criminal defense practice tracing its roots to 1976. Led by Harvard Law graduate and former SACDLA president Ernest Acevedo III, the firm delivers aggressive defense representation in state and federal courts for individuals facing DWI charges, drug crimes, violent accusations, weapons violations, and immediate attorney bail bonds throughout Bexar County.
High-Stakes Criminal Defense in San Antonio, Texas
Facing criminal charges in Texas places your reputation, freedom, and personal future on the line. At the Law Office of Ernest Acevedo III, accused individuals receive powerhouse courtroom defense backed by decades of legal tradition. Located on South Flores Street in the heart of downtown San Antonio, the firm traces its legacy to 1976 when Ernest Acevedo Jr. established the practice. Founding partner Ernest Acevedo III was born and raised in San Antonio, graduating from St. Mary's University before earning his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School in 1994. Turning down positions at major corporate law firms, he returned home to champion the constitutional rights of individuals facing criminal prosecution across Bexar County and South Texas courts.
A former president of both the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Mexican American Bar Association, attorney Ernest Acevedo III has established an exceptional reputation across the Texas legal landscape. If you need a lawyer urgently following an arrest or need to find a lawyer who is prepared to challenge police procedure and prosecutor evidence at trial, this office provides relentless trial advocacy from the moment handcuffs are placed on your wrists.
San Antonio DWI Defense and License Protection
Drunk driving charges in Bexar County can trigger immediate license suspension, hefty administrative surcharges, and mandatory jail sentences. As an active member of the National College for DUI Defense, attorney Ernest Acevedo III brings extensive technical insight into chemical testing equipment, field sobriety procedures, and breathalyzer maintenance records:
- First and repeat DWI offenses: Challenging the reasonable suspicion for the initial traffic stop, the validity of roadside tests, and blood warrant procedures.
- Intoxication assault and manslaughter: Defending clients against severe felony accusations arising from tragic highway collisions.
- Administrative license revocation: Requesting ALR hearings to fight automatic driver license suspensions and petitioning for occupational driver licenses.
- Attorney bail bonds: Providing fast attorney bond services to secure immediate release from the Bexar County Adult Detention Center at any hour of the day or night.
Drug Crimes, Weapons Offenses, and Violent Allegations
The state of Texas enforces strict penalties for narcotics and violent crimes. The Law Office of Ernest Acevedo III defends clients against state and federal charges involving drug possession, manufacture, and distribution, identifying illegal searches that violate Fourth Amendment protections. Furthermore, the firm handles serious allegations including aggravated assault, firearms charges, domestic violence allegations, robbery, and homicide, conducting independent witness interviews and forensic reviews to dismantle the prosecution's case.
Theft, Burglary, White-Collar Defense, and Record Clearing
Financial allegations such as embezzlement, credit card abuse, fraud, and burglary demand meticulous document analysis. The firm scrutinizes electronic transactions, corporate communications, and forensic accounting records to disprove fraudulent intent. When charges are dismissed or result in acquittal, the office petitions for criminal record expunction and orders of non-disclosure, helping clients reclaim their clean background checks and career opportunities.
Free Consultations and 24/7 Availability
Recognized multiple times by Super Lawyers and honored with the MABA President's Award of Excellence, attorney Ernest Acevedo III provides direct, personalized attention to every client. Unlike large firms that delegate cases to novice associates, your defense is personally guided by seasoned trial counsel. The practice operates completely bilingually in English and Spanish, offers confidential free initial consultations, and maintains 24/7 emergency telephone availability. When you are ready to hire an attorney who will relentlessly defend your constitutional liberties, contact the South Flores Street office in San Antonio.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic Downtown San Antonio civic area, situated just steps away from the local courthouses.
Building Location
The office is housed in a single-story commercial brick building built in 1957, conveniently located only one block from the Bexar County Courthouse.
Parking Details
A private surface parking lot is available directly behind the building for client use, and paid public parking is available at the nearby Dolorosa Lot.
Public Transit
Served by VIA Metropolitan Transit Route 43 (South Flores); nearest stop is at S. Flores & Nueva.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the front door of the single-story building directly from the sidewalk on S Flores St, which offers wheelchair-accessible ground-level access.