Charles Pelowski

Charles Pelowski is a Houston criminal defense lawyer at Michael & Associates, with more than 15 years of experience defending clients across Texas. He handles matters ranging from misdemeanors and DWI charges to serious felonies, including murder allegations. He has tried dozens of jury cases and handled multiple criminal appeals, including reversals and an appeal-winning acquittal. His practice emphasizes rigorous investigation, aggressive discovery, detailed preparation, and direct assessment of legal risks and possible outcomes.

Charles earned his J.D. from Texas Tech University School of Law in 2010 and his B.A. in Sociology, with a Criminology concentration, from Texas Tech University in 2006. He earned a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida in 2026. He is pursuing an M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Forensic Science at the University of Florida, with completion listed for 2027, strengthening his knowledge.

Charles is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He focuses significantly on DWI and drug cases involving blood or breath testing. His forensic-science training includes graduate study in forensic toxicology, gas chromatography instruction, laboratory internal-auditor training, and forensic lawyer-scientist coursework. He uses that scientific background to examine blood draws, laboratory procedures, instrument performance, and technical evidence that may affect the reliability of prosecution claims.

Charles Pelowski serves as a Senior Trial Attorney in Houston and represents clients whose liberty, careers, and professional licenses may be threatened by criminal charges. He frequently assists healthcare workers, commercial drivers, educators, and first responders. His prior roles include managing attorney and associate positions in Texas criminal defense practices. His background also includes public defense, appellate work, and extensive jury-trial experience, supporting a disciplined approach to complex criminal cases.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Trial Attorney, Michael & Associates
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Order of Barristers
• Member, American Chemical Society
• Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
• Member, Brazoria County Bar Association
• Member, DUI Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
• Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
• Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Technology Committee

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Texas Tech University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas Tech University
  Bachelor of Arts

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