Patrick Ballantyne

Patrick Ballantyne is a seasoned attorney at LaHood Norton in San Antonio, Texas, with nearly two decades of experience in criminal defense and prosecution. He has handled a wide range of serious criminal and civil matters, including complex trials, appeals, and high-profile public integrity cases.

Patrick earned a J.D. with a concentration in criminal law from Baylor Law School and a B.A. in English and Writing from Loyola University New Orleans. He is licensed in Texas, North Dakota, and multiple federal jurisdictions, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

Before joining LaHood Norton, Patrick worked for over a decade at the Bexar County Criminal District Attorney’s Office. There, he prosecuted complex white-collar crimes, managed officer-involved shooting investigations, and led the Conviction Integrity and Post-Conviction Writs Units. He also served as the office’s lead prosecutorial ethics trainer.

Patrick began his legal career as a criminal defense attorney at a prominent law firm in San Antonio. His early work included federal and state trials, habeas corpus cases, civil rights claims, and death penalty defense. This foundation provided him with a balanced perspective on both sides of the justice system.

Patrick is one of the few Texas attorneys to be dual board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law. This distinction underscores his expert-level knowledge and commitment to ethical, high-quality representation.

Patrick Ballantyne has tried dozens of jury trials to verdict and has managed over 100 criminal and civil appeals. His reputation for thorough legal strategy, combined with years of courtroom success, makes him a trusted advocate in even the most challenging cases.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, LaHood Norton Law Group, PLLC

Licensed State

• Texas
• North Dakota

Education

• Baylor Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Loyola University New Orleans
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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