Michael Crowder

Michael Crowder is a Lewisville, Texas, criminal defense attorney who represents individuals facing charges in Denton County and surrounding North Texas communities. His practice focuses on DWI, assault, domestic violence, drug offenses, theft, probation violations, juvenile matters, expunctions, and other misdemeanor and felony cases. He helps clients understand the accusations against them, evaluate available defenses, and prepare for each stage of the criminal process.

Crowder earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Texas Christian University in 1991. He received his Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in 2001, graduating first in his class. Before entering legal practice, he served for ten years as a licensed Texas peace officer. This combination of academic training and law enforcement experience gives him practical insight into investigations, evidence, police procedure, and criminal case strategy.

Crowder has resolved thousands of criminal defense matters in Tarrant, Dallas, Collin, and Denton Counties. His experience includes cases involving DWI arrests, family violence, aggravated assault, drug possession, juvenile offenses, grand jury proceedings, nondisclosure orders, and expunctions. He represents clients accused of conduct ranging from misdemeanors to first-degree felonies, applying his knowledge of Texas criminal law and courtroom procedure to help protect their rights and pursue appropriate outcomes.

Michael Crowder is licensed to practice in Texas state courts and is a member of the State Bar of Texas. He also belongs to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Denton County Bar Association, and the Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. His background as both a peace officer and a defense lawyer supports a practical approach to criminal cases, with careful attention to the evidence, the prosecution’s theory, and the consequences each client may face.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Michael Crowder Law, PLLC
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Denton County Bar Association
• Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Texas Wesleyan University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas Christian University
  Bachelor of Science

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